The line between cats and dogs seems to have been drawn long ago, with a firm standing on either side. Growing up, I remember thinking you had to choose ONE, and that was it; you were either a dog person or a cat person, as if you were bound to carry that around with you […]
Tag: pet adoption
Should You Get Your Cat a Friend, or Does He Like to be Alone?
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 […]
Meet George: A Handsome Boy With A Rocky Beginning
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 […]
What Is Kittydelphia?
For those of you local to the Philadelphia and surrounding areas, you may have heard whispers of Kittydelphia floating around in passing conversation, like an impossible dream being carried by a gentle breeze – a promise of insurmountable happiness and bliss in its truest, purest form. But what is Kittydelphia? Is it, you know, like, […]
Adopting A Senior Cat: Everything You Need To Know
Most of the time, potential new cat owners are usually most interested in adopting a kitten, and of course, it’s not hard to see why. Yes, kittens are literal fluff balls of pure love and angel kisses, but older cats can be just as precious. In fact, if you are adopting senior babies (yes, senior […]
The Future of Animal Shelters
About a decade ago, my husband and I went to our local humane shelter in search of a kitten. Although the county shelter did its best between staff and volunteers, the place was still a bit unpleasant – not built for the comfort of its occupants, short on funds, and overburdened with animals in need […]

