We all need someone to lean on. The last few months of chaos, heartache, and uncertainty that has encircled the country in response to COVID-19 have made us, more than ever, search for our someone (or some animal) to lean on. Therapy animals have long been familiar faces in nursing homes, hospitals, veteran’s homes, and […]
Well, it’s just a little past the middle of January. I don’t know about you, but I usually rejoice in the calm January provides after the crazy holiday season from Thanksgiving thru New Years. That said, things can seem kind of boring. Where are the holiday parties? The nice breaks from work? Wouldn’t it be […]
For December’s edition of my Special Cats series, I had the immense privilege of speaking with Maleficent’s human, Sarah. Maleficent is a pretty amazing kitty. She was born deaf, and either lost her sight as a kitten, or was born without sight. When I came across Mal, I was obsessed with her beauty and grace, and her super cool galaxy eyes, so I knew […]
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 […]
It’s Deaf History Month, and we’re celebrating deaf cats everywhere. Special needs cats have just as much to offer as any cat without disabilities, after all. Whether they were born deaf or became deaf later, hearing-impaired cats can still run, play, jump, and have close, rewarding relationships with their owners. While deaf cats are just […]
For the fifth installment of our Special Cat series, we are highlighting the adorable and courageous Wesley! Wesley has facial deformities that cause him to have a few limitations with his vision and mobility, but that does not stop him from being a force to be reckoned with! We are so grateful to have had […]
