“I can’t get another cat.” That’s what my friend’s mother, Sallie, told me after enduring the unexpected death of her husband and — just two years later — the passing of her cat. Squish was a low-key tuxedo who liked to curl up on the couch with her at night. Sallie took Squish’s death especially […]
When I came across Cricket’s Instagram I was immediately obsessed. I had the absolute privilege of talking to this beautiful boy’s awesome mom, Megan. Cricket was born without an eye, has a crooked jaw, and cleft lip, but that doesn’t stop him from being a playful ball of energy, and a great companion. I am […]
Most cat moms and dads spend an abnormal amount of time assessing the general disposition of their feline family member. Why does Chalky refuse to eat his new food? How come Mr. Darcy doesn’t sleep on the bed anymore? Has General Whiskers outgrown his love of catnip? These and more questions occupy the minds of […]
In this special edition of my Special Cat series, I wanted to highlight an important special type of kitty; the long-term residents of a shelter. Additionally, I want to highlight the strange stigma against black kitties. I had the great privilege of talking to Tara Kawczynskki, the founder of the Odd Cat Sanctuary. In my […]
What a difference a few weeks makes. Little Biscuit had a brutal start to life. The adorable gray-and-white tabby kitten was born to a stray mom in late July but was orphaned when her mother and a littermate were run over by a car. The kitten wouldn’t have been long for the world if a […]
George is a special boy, not necessarily due to any birth defects or genetic health issues, but he was attacked by another animal (his parents suspect a spooky werewolf). Despite the fact that he has endured some challenges in his life, George is still booming with personality. I had the privilege of speaking with his […]
