Anyone who has ever been around a cat is familiar with "purring" -- that strange yet charming vibrational sensation. Why do cats purr? The answer may surprise you -- nobody knows for sure! Despite conductive research and modern scientific understanding, a cat's purr remains a true mystery to this day. There are many "theories" behind… Continue reading Ask a Cat Mom: “Why do cats purr?”
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Day of Saturn ~ Saturday is about hard work and self-discipline. On “Caturday” I focus on animal caretaking, most specifically cats. And with Saturn representing the devil, all cat-lovers can agree that cats sure fit into that description.
Twenty-two of your cat’s greatest pet peeves
My two cats (Venus & Luna) have put together a list of their greatest pet peeves. They said that all cats will relate, and that the humans need to be rightfully educated about all the horrible things they have to put up with. 1. When you leave for work How dare you leave me at… Continue reading Twenty-two of your cat’s greatest pet peeves
Luna gets spayed! + My new cat stroller!
Luna gets spayed! On Wednesday, I took Luna to get spayed. She's recovering well but it was a stressful journey! Luna is eight months now. Early November, she went into her first heat cycle. Now people have different opinions as to when a cat should get spayed or neutered -- some say immediately, at only… Continue reading Luna gets spayed! + My new cat stroller!
Caturday ~ Thirteen reasons to have a cat
Cats are one of the best animals you can own as a pet. If you disagree, the following reasons will have you convinced! 1. They are adorable – Everyone can agree that cats are cute. Just imagine a litter of kittens in a basket… Awww! 2. They’re crazy – Cats do the weirdest things sometimes, and that’s… Continue reading Caturday ~ Thirteen reasons to have a cat
Caturday ~ Seven Tips on Keeping Your Cat Hydrated
Just like humans, water is absolutely vital and necessary for cats to maintain good health. And just like us, cats usually don't drink enough water. They confuse thirst for hunger, and will meow at you for food, when what they really need is some quality H2O! For us, we can force ourselves to drink more… Continue reading Caturday ~ Seven Tips on Keeping Your Cat Hydrated
WILD ~ How to embrace your wildness & why you should
We are divine human beings -- but we are also animals. Wildness is something that humans have been conditioned to suppress for centuries, for thousands of years. It doesn't matter how smart we are, how complex our tools are, how spiritual some may be -- we will always be part animal. For some silly reason,… Continue reading WILD ~ How to embrace your wildness & why you should
Caturday ~ Catnip is not just for cats!
Nepeta cataria, most commonly known as "catnip" is a plant that causes psychoactive reactions in cats. Owners love giving their cats catnip order to stimulate play. After sniffing or consuming catnip, cats will get high and display silly behavior such as rolling around, vocalizing, rubbing their heads, and becoming more excitable. Catnip turns most adults… Continue reading Caturday ~ Catnip is not just for cats!
My new kitten, Luna!
There has been an addition to my family -- a new kitten! I named her Luna after the Roman moon goddess and also the Latin word for "moon." Her story... I adopted Luna through my sister's friend's parents. They had a black stray who would come around and they would feed her. They thought she… Continue reading My new kitten, Luna!
A Vow of Silence (pt. 3)
I have found that my depression has significantly decreased since becoming a nun. In my old life, I was very depressed. I was completely absorbed in my own pain. My new life forces me to look at the big picture, and focus on other people's pain, especially those less fortunate. I've been doing a lot… Continue reading A Vow of Silence (pt. 3)
Saturdog ~ Health + Personality ~ Bulldogs, Retrievers, & more…
Today, I'm taking a break from Caturday and making it Saturdog. I'm sorry, cats. Dogs are thought to be descended from wolves, according to scientific evidence. The modern wolf is completely distinct from the modern dog, suggesting their common ancestor must have died out thousands of years ago. Dogs are omnivores, meaning their diet comes… Continue reading Saturdog ~ Health + Personality ~ Bulldogs, Retrievers, & more…
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