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Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Monday, October 27, 2014
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Feline for Thought Friday!
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This week's "Feline for Thought Friday" is brought to you all by ...
Miss Haley!
Saturday, October 18, 2014
"Ah, come on ... seriously mom?"
I just couldn't resist posting a couple of quick pics of Kiki and Tabitha donning their new Witch's Hat ...
"Okay, that's enough, ma!"
"I said, ENOUGH already ..."
"Thank goodness that's over with! Now we can get some well-earned rest. After all, mom made us late for our late afternoon nap!"
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Howl-o-ween and Pet Protection!
The following is an excerpt taken from Dr. Kim Smyth of Petplan's October 2014 newsletter which my veterinarian's office hands out to all of their clients. It is an article entitled, "Hair-Raising Hazards" where Dr. Smyth talks about keeping our pets protected during the holiday season ...
'While Halloween can be fanciful fun for adults and children, it can be doggone scary for our four-legged family. In fact, Petplan sees a 284% increase in claims filed for candy-related calamities during Halloween week! But chocolate isn't the only hazard haunting furry friends; raisins, wrappers and random "chew toys" also trouble tummies':
Fright Night for Furry Friends
When pets get their paws (and their jaws!) on the wrong thing, it can cause a real nightmare (on Elm Street or elsewhere). The three main threats are stomach upset, poisoning and intestinal blockages from noshing on non-edible items.
Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the stomach and small intestine, and its symptoms are typically vomiting and diarrhea. Sugary, high-fat candlies and cakes can cause a flare-up and should be kept well out of paws reach! Gastroenteritis often requires hospitalization and treatment with intravenous fluids and other medications.
Poisoning can occur when our furry friends feast on chocolate, raisons, sugar-free gum, macadamia nuts or even glow sticks used to light the night. Look for signs like drooling, foaming at the mouth, vomiting, lethargy, weakness/collapse, or seizures ~ and get your pet immediate medical attention if you suspect he or she is sick!
Obstructions happen when a foreign object becomes lodged in an animal's stomach, intestines or bowels, often requiring surgical intervention to remove. Signs of trouble include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal tenderness or pain, straining to defecate, lethargy, and biting and/or growling when handled around the abdomen. Costumes, candy wrappers and plastic pumpkins are common culprits so be extra vigilant about looking out for your pet during the frenzy of all the festivites.
For more information, please check out www.GoPetplan.com/Oct2014-health-tip
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Bewtiching Biscuts
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup white flour
1/2 cup water + 1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons dry milk
1/3 cup corn meal
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup oats
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
Friday, October 17, 2014
Haley Update ...
Greetings everyone and "thank you" all for your well wishes to Haley! She is now home safe and sound. Her surgery went very well and we were given a little goodie-bag of items she will need for the next couple of days ...
The bag included both her meds (Onsior tablets for pain and Clavamox Drops antibiotics), a big can of wet food just for her, a couple of measuring cups, and all the instructions we will need. :)
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Also, today I came across this wonderful post on Facebook and just wanted to share ... :)
With over 500 events registered nationwide—we can't wait to see how you're celebrating National #FeralCatDay! Share your pictures and stories with us: http://
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