Happy New Year! As we say goodbye to 2022, many people will be looking back over the last 12 months, and ruminating on various high and low points. Actually, our feline pals also have a few things worth recapping. A local vet lists some of them below. Dave Finds A Home The World Cup has gone to the cats! This year, two British players made headlines after befriending a stray cat at their training camp … Read More
It’s June, and it’s National Adopt a Cat Month! The start of summer marks kitten season, a time when many little kitties end up homeless because their owners can’t find homes for them. Throughout the month of June, National Adopt a Cat organizers work diligently, promoting cat adoptions across the country. And why wouldn’t they? Cats can be loving companions that are easy to keep. Read on to find out more about this campaign and … Read More
As you may have seen, the conflict in Ukraine is affecting not just its people, but also its animals, which has been very sad to see. Cats are very popular pets in Ukraine, just as they are here. However, while Ukrainians have all sorts of feline friends, only one breed originated in the region: the Levkoy. A vet takes a look at this unusual kitty below. History The Ukrainian Levkoy is a fairly new cat. … Read More
March 8th is Akita Day! These big, fluffy dogs have some very devoted fans, and are definitely worth celebrating. In fact, Japan has declared the Akita a national treasure. A local vet discusses this extraordinary pooch below. History Akitas originated as hunting dogs in the mountains of northern Japan. Nowadays, these smart, loyal dogs are mostly kept as pets, but they are sometimes found working as therapy dogs or as guard dogs. A Close Call … Read More
