There be something funny going on heres, and mes doesn't mean the, "haha," kind of funny, either.
A couple of days ago, mes walked into the bathroom to has myself a nice little kibble snack, and look at what mes found...
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Monday, October 30, 2017
Who Stole My Kibble?
There be something funny going on heres, and mes doesn't mean the, "haha," kind of funny, either.
A couple of days ago, mes walked into the bathroom to has myself a nice little kibble snack, and look at what mes found...
Thursday, July 16, 2015
Jewel's Journey
I'd usually watch over Jewel at dinnertime, but when she didn't seem to feel like eating much, I'd put her in my bedroom alone with her dinner and shut the door for a little bit so she could eat in peace if she wanted to - without Milita hovering over her, waiting for her to walk away so she could clean up the leftovers.
Sometimes I could tell when Jewel was done with her dinner because she'd try to bury it. She's actually the only cat I know who has ever done this. Even before she got sick with the chronic renal failure, she'd try to bury her food to save it for later sometimes.
She'd use whatever was around - a piece of paper, a sock, a T-shirt....and if there wasn't anything nearby, she'd start to paw at the rug or the carpet to try to make a hole to bury her food in. It was always so adorable to watch her do that!
Other times, she'd simply walk away from her bowl when she was done. But if she hadn't eaten much of her dinner, I was the annoying mom who followed her around with her dinner and showed it to her a couple of more times to make sure she was actually done eating. Most of the time, if I took her dinner and followed her to wherever she was going, she'd eat a little more for me. She always made it clear when she'd had enough, and I'd wrap up any leftovers and put it in the fridge to feed to her later.
Does your cat have any cute eating habits?
Sunday, October 7, 2012
A Question and Another Update on Carmine
I have a question, and then another update. I'm hoping some of you or your humans will have some ideas!
I think Carmine's still in pain. He keeps rubbing his face on *everything.* He's only on the pain medication for one more day (antibiotics for five more). How can I make my baby more comfortable? I don't like seeing him in pain at all; it makes me very sad.
Now for the update.
Carmine ate about two-thirds of his wet dinner tonight. He has also been eating a little kibble now and then. I think he's on track to eating normally again soon, which makes me happy!
Hope everyone is doing well and having a good weekend!
I think Carmine's still in pain. He keeps rubbing his face on *everything.* He's only on the pain medication for one more day (antibiotics for five more). How can I make my baby more comfortable? I don't like seeing him in pain at all; it makes me very sad.
Now for the update.
Carmine ate about two-thirds of his wet dinner tonight. He has also been eating a little kibble now and then. I think he's on track to eating normally again soon, which makes me happy!
Hope everyone is doing well and having a good weekend!
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Carmine's Home from Surgery
Thank you all so much for the purrs and prayers!! The support of the blogosphere is truly amazing :)
I would have had an update about Carmine earlier if my sinus infection hadn't been kicking my behind all day. But here's one now!
Carmine only had to have one extraction. Apparently they were able to save the other three they were worried about. But....the vet tech says he has "chronic gum disease." She recommended feeding him Greenies treats since she knows Carmy won't let me brush his teeth. So I will grab some of those on Sunday.
Unfortunately when he was expressed at the vet this time, he was full, so every three months it is for getting him expressed... :( He's not going to like that!!
Since he's been home, he spends most of his time under my bed napping and pouting. He refused to eat anything the first night he was home and most of today. He finally ate a little bit on his own a few hours ago and a tiny bit more just a little bit ago. It hasn't been much, but at least he's eating something!! I was getting quite worried I'd have to take him to the hospital. It looks like he's feeling a little better, though. I hope he eats more later.
He HATES his medications. He sits and my arms and says "Moooooo!" when it's time for them. He sure knows how to make mama feel guilty. I wish he could understand that the medications are to help him feel better.
I have to be a "bad mama" again here shortly and administer the pain med and antibiotic before we all head to sleep here.
I just wanted to give everyone an update because I know some of you were wondering about him :)
I would have had an update about Carmine earlier if my sinus infection hadn't been kicking my behind all day. But here's one now!
Carmine only had to have one extraction. Apparently they were able to save the other three they were worried about. But....the vet tech says he has "chronic gum disease." She recommended feeding him Greenies treats since she knows Carmy won't let me brush his teeth. So I will grab some of those on Sunday.
Unfortunately when he was expressed at the vet this time, he was full, so every three months it is for getting him expressed... :( He's not going to like that!!
Since he's been home, he spends most of his time under my bed napping and pouting. He refused to eat anything the first night he was home and most of today. He finally ate a little bit on his own a few hours ago and a tiny bit more just a little bit ago. It hasn't been much, but at least he's eating something!! I was getting quite worried I'd have to take him to the hospital. It looks like he's feeling a little better, though. I hope he eats more later.
He HATES his medications. He sits and my arms and says "Moooooo!" when it's time for them. He sure knows how to make mama feel guilty. I wish he could understand that the medications are to help him feel better.
I have to be a "bad mama" again here shortly and administer the pain med and antibiotic before we all head to sleep here.
I just wanted to give everyone an update because I know some of you were wondering about him :)
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Top 10 Cat and Dog Toxins of 2011
In 2011, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, located in Urbana, IL, received more than 165,900 phone calls regarding pets being exposed to toxic substances. The 10 most common toxic substances pets were exposed to are as follows.
1. Prescription Human Medications: The Animal Poison Control Center reports it received nearly 25,000 calls regarding pets ingesting prescription human medications last year. ADHD and heart medications were among the most commonly swallowed prescription drugs.
To prevent your pet from swallowing any prescription medication, take your pills in the bathroom or another room containing tile or non-carpeted floor. This way you can hear it more easily if a pill happens to fall on the floor. Being aware that a pill has fallen will give you a chance to search for and pick up the medication before your pet has a chance to ingest it.
2. Insecticides: Eleven percent of calls last year concerned pets being exposed to insecticides. These products included those utilized in the home, on pets, and on the lawn. The ASPCA reminds pet owners it is essential to read a product's directions before using it around a pet. Only use products that are safe to use around pets in your home and on your lawn. Finally, do not use a product specifically made for a dog on a cat or vice versa.
3. Over-the-Counter Human Medications: Over-the-counter human medications are also toxic to pets. Common over-the-counter medications, such as acetaminophen (found in Tylenol) or ibuprofen, often found in the home, can actually kill your cat or dog if he or she ingests them. Always check with your veterinarian before you give any type of over-the-counter medication to your furry friend.
4. People/Human Food: As much as you might want to share your food with your furry friend, you must be careful what you feed your pet. Several human foods can cause severe damage to your cat or dog if he or she eats them. Chocolate, for instance, may cause diarrhea, vomiting, seizures, and increased heart rate in pets who have ingested it, according to the ASPCA.
You may find a list of common toxic foods to cats in my earlier posts - Toxic Food to Cats Part 1 and Part 2. Please note that these are NOT complete lists of all the foods toxic to cats.
5. Household Products: The household products ingested were not specified by the Animal Poison Control Center. Be sure to keep all small items, such as rubber bands, staples, needles, thumb tacks, and so forth put up in containers where pets cannot access them. These products may cause dangerous intestinal blockages or tares if ingested. Likewise, keep all string, streamers, tinsel, yarn, thread, etc. out of your furry friend's reach. These items can also have fatal consequences if ingested. Finally, keep all chemical cleaners out of your pet's reach.
6. Veterinary Medications: Some chewable pet medications may taste good to your furry friend. If he or she ingests more than he or she is supposed to at one time, it may result in poisoning. Be sure to keep your pet's medication out of reach, such as in a secure medicine cabinet in the bathroom, so that he or she cannot gobble all of his or her pills at once. If your furry friend eats more medication than your vet recommends per dose, call your veterinarian immediately.
7. Rodenticides: Use rodenticides with extreme caution around pets. Bait to trap mice may be especially attractive to dogs as it is grain based. According to the ASPCA, ingesting rodenticides may cause kidney failure, internal bleeding, and/or death.
8. Plants: Cats seem to find chewing on plants irresistible. There are hundreds of plants toxic to cats and dogs. For instance, lilies can lead to kidney failure and death for cats who ingest them, according to the ASPCA. You may reference their list of toxic and non-toxic plants here. You may also view my list of some safe plants to keep around cats if you enjoy having plants in your home.
9. Lawn and Garden Products: According to the ASPCA, lawn and garden fertilizers may be made of bone meal, dried blood, and/or poultry manure, which attract pets. If you utilize lawn and/or garden products, it is a good idea to only let your pets roam outdoors when you can supervise them.
10. Automotive Products: Antifreeze, brake fluid, and so forth can be fatal if ingested by your furry friend. Thankfully, the number of automotive product poisonings has decreased as more people choose to keep their cats indoors, according to the ASPCA.
Taking some simple precautions and pet-proofing your home, lawn, and garden can go a long way in preventing your pet from accidentally ingesting a poisonous substance.
If you believe your pet has been exposed to a toxic substance, please call your veterinarian immediately or contact the Animal Poison Control Center 24 hours a day at: 888-426-4435.
Source:
ASPCA: Top 10 Pet Toxins of 2011
1. Prescription Human Medications: The Animal Poison Control Center reports it received nearly 25,000 calls regarding pets ingesting prescription human medications last year. ADHD and heart medications were among the most commonly swallowed prescription drugs.
To prevent your pet from swallowing any prescription medication, take your pills in the bathroom or another room containing tile or non-carpeted floor. This way you can hear it more easily if a pill happens to fall on the floor. Being aware that a pill has fallen will give you a chance to search for and pick up the medication before your pet has a chance to ingest it.
2. Insecticides: Eleven percent of calls last year concerned pets being exposed to insecticides. These products included those utilized in the home, on pets, and on the lawn. The ASPCA reminds pet owners it is essential to read a product's directions before using it around a pet. Only use products that are safe to use around pets in your home and on your lawn. Finally, do not use a product specifically made for a dog on a cat or vice versa.
3. Over-the-Counter Human Medications: Over-the-counter human medications are also toxic to pets. Common over-the-counter medications, such as acetaminophen (found in Tylenol) or ibuprofen, often found in the home, can actually kill your cat or dog if he or she ingests them. Always check with your veterinarian before you give any type of over-the-counter medication to your furry friend.
4. People/Human Food: As much as you might want to share your food with your furry friend, you must be careful what you feed your pet. Several human foods can cause severe damage to your cat or dog if he or she eats them. Chocolate, for instance, may cause diarrhea, vomiting, seizures, and increased heart rate in pets who have ingested it, according to the ASPCA.
You may find a list of common toxic foods to cats in my earlier posts - Toxic Food to Cats Part 1 and Part 2. Please note that these are NOT complete lists of all the foods toxic to cats.
5. Household Products: The household products ingested were not specified by the Animal Poison Control Center. Be sure to keep all small items, such as rubber bands, staples, needles, thumb tacks, and so forth put up in containers where pets cannot access them. These products may cause dangerous intestinal blockages or tares if ingested. Likewise, keep all string, streamers, tinsel, yarn, thread, etc. out of your furry friend's reach. These items can also have fatal consequences if ingested. Finally, keep all chemical cleaners out of your pet's reach.
6. Veterinary Medications: Some chewable pet medications may taste good to your furry friend. If he or she ingests more than he or she is supposed to at one time, it may result in poisoning. Be sure to keep your pet's medication out of reach, such as in a secure medicine cabinet in the bathroom, so that he or she cannot gobble all of his or her pills at once. If your furry friend eats more medication than your vet recommends per dose, call your veterinarian immediately.
7. Rodenticides: Use rodenticides with extreme caution around pets. Bait to trap mice may be especially attractive to dogs as it is grain based. According to the ASPCA, ingesting rodenticides may cause kidney failure, internal bleeding, and/or death.
8. Plants: Cats seem to find chewing on plants irresistible. There are hundreds of plants toxic to cats and dogs. For instance, lilies can lead to kidney failure and death for cats who ingest them, according to the ASPCA. You may reference their list of toxic and non-toxic plants here. You may also view my list of some safe plants to keep around cats if you enjoy having plants in your home.
9. Lawn and Garden Products: According to the ASPCA, lawn and garden fertilizers may be made of bone meal, dried blood, and/or poultry manure, which attract pets. If you utilize lawn and/or garden products, it is a good idea to only let your pets roam outdoors when you can supervise them.
10. Automotive Products: Antifreeze, brake fluid, and so forth can be fatal if ingested by your furry friend. Thankfully, the number of automotive product poisonings has decreased as more people choose to keep their cats indoors, according to the ASPCA.
Taking some simple precautions and pet-proofing your home, lawn, and garden can go a long way in preventing your pet from accidentally ingesting a poisonous substance.
If you believe your pet has been exposed to a toxic substance, please call your veterinarian immediately or contact the Animal Poison Control Center 24 hours a day at: 888-426-4435.
Source:
ASPCA: Top 10 Pet Toxins of 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
Banfield Collects Food for Needy Pets
Banfield Charities Trust is currently holding its sixth annual Season of Suppers food drive in order to collect food for needy pets.
These days many pet owners struggle with feeding themselves and their pets. Some individuals in financially difficult situations include people who are disabled and on fixed incomes, seniors on fixed incomes, and people who are unemployed. Unfortunately, some individuals who are struggling with financial hardship may have to contemplate whether or not to give up their pets. Dianne McGill, who is the director and CEO of Banfield Charities Trust said, “We get calls every day from people on fixed incomes who are worried they won’t be able to take care of their companions or feed them.”
Banfield Charities is working with Banfield Pet Hospitals in order to try and collect $100,000 in monetary donations and 70,000 pounds of pet food this year. All of the food and money collected will go toward feeding needy pets in 2012.
The trust has also partnered with pet food companies Royal Canin and Pedigree Brand. Each of these pet food companies will donate one pound of food for every person who “likes” the Banfield Charities Trust Facebook page for up to 30,000 Facebook users.
If you would like to donate pet food to needy pets this year, you may do so by dropping pet food off at any Banfield Pet Hospital. Most of these hospitals are located within PetSmart retail stores. You can find your nearest Banfield Pet Hospital here. You can also make monetary donations at Banfield Pet Hospitals as well as on-line here. According to Banfield Charities Trust, a $30 donation can feed one pet for a month. You may give pet food or make monetary donations through December 31.
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Saturday, May 21, 2011
Helping an Arthritic Cat be More Comfortable at Home
Arthritis makes your kitty’s joints painful. In addition to treating your cat medically, there are things you can do at home to make your furry friend’s life more comfortable.
Beds: Arthritic cats may find it painful to lay on bare surfaces, so it’s important to provide him or her with soft, comfortable places to lay. Be sure your cat can easily access his or her resting areas. For instance, if you live in a two-story house, put bed on the ground floor so your feline won’t have to climb the stairs to find a comfortable resting place.
You could buy soft, cushy beds for your kitty at pet stores like PetSmart or department stores like Wal-Mart. Alternatively, you could lay soft blankets on the floor for your kitty. Carmine enjoys laying on my bed or in one of his soft kitty beds.
Litterboxes: It is also important to have a litterbox your arthritic cat can utilize easily. If your cat is having difficulty getting in and out of the litterbox, consider getting a pan with shallow sides. Additionally, the litterbox should be easily accessible. If you live in a multiple-story house, put at least one litterbox on each level to prevent your kitty from needing to run up or down the stairs to use the bathroom. If you have a large home, you may want to consider putting more than one litterbox on each floor so that your kitty doesn’t need to travel as far to use the bathroom as well.
Perches: Cats love vertical space; they feel safe and secure on perches at or above eye-level. However, it is often painful and difficult for a cat suffering with arthritis to reach high places. You can help your kitty access his or her favorite high spots by utilizing ramps. You could also use a series of smaller jumps to help your pet reach high spots. For instance, Carmine can easily access one of his favorite windows by jumping up onto my bed, then jumping into the window sill from there. He can manage these smaller jumps very easily. J
Food and Water: As with beds and the litterbox, your kitty needs to be able to easily access his or her food and water dishes. It is essential for arthritic cats to maintain a healthy diet and continue drinking water. Put your cat’s food and water dishes in a room where he or she spends most of his or her time. You may also want to consider slightly elevating your cat’s dishes so that he or she doesn’t have to bend down as far to eat and drink.
Along with medical treatment, making these simple changes at home can help your cat live a more comfortable, less painful, and happier life.
If you have other tips to share, please do so in the comments section. I would love to hear your experiences.
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Controlling/Maintaining Your Cat's Weigh (and Health)
January is Cat Obesity Awareness Month.
Here are a few tips in order to help you reduce and/or maintain your kitty's weight:
-Feed moderately. It is ideal to have specific mealtimes for your cats so that they do not overeat by snacking on dry food that is always available to them.
-Feed them quality food. I find that when I feed my cats more wholesome food, it fills them up faster and is more satisfying to them. It is more expensive per bad; however, it tends to last longer than typical store-brand cat food, too.
-Exercise your kitty: If your kitty is an indoor cat, make sure he or she has plenty of toys to play with and spend time playing with your cat everyday. When you are not at home, having interactive toys available for your cat will encourage him or her to play in your absence.
Here are a few tips in order to help you reduce and/or maintain your kitty's weight:
-Feed moderately. It is ideal to have specific mealtimes for your cats so that they do not overeat by snacking on dry food that is always available to them.
-Feed them quality food. I find that when I feed my cats more wholesome food, it fills them up faster and is more satisfying to them. It is more expensive per bad; however, it tends to last longer than typical store-brand cat food, too.
-Exercise your kitty: If your kitty is an indoor cat, make sure he or she has plenty of toys to play with and spend time playing with your cat everyday. When you are not at home, having interactive toys available for your cat will encourage him or her to play in your absence.
Friday, November 23, 2007
I am thankful for (Milita)
Mommy says I should do this, too.
I am thankful for:
- The meata mommy feeds me.
- My bed -- especially when Carmine isn't in it!
- Windows to look out of.
- Mommy's friend who gives me lots of attention.
- Catnip mice!
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Oatmeal for breakfast
Carmine loves oatmeal of all things!
Carmine here - Mommy wouldn't let me finish her oatmeal :( Why does Mama have to be so watchful?
Carmine is a very curious cat!
Monday, March 19, 2007
CAT FOOD RECALL
Dozens of cat food brands are being recalled because they have been causing kidney failure and/or death in the cats who eat them. Stores are doing their best to pull the affected food off the shelves, but if you notice any behavior changes in your cat, you should take him or her to the vet. Watch for appetite, sleep, and behavior changes.
A list of the recalled brands can be found: here.
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Friday, March 16, 2007
Monday, March 12, 2007
Feeding Time!
We have started to feed Emma more of the Fancy Feast wet food lately. It seems like it helps her spirit. But now, every time Dave or I walk into the kitchen, all the cats come trotting in right behind us! They sit and beg and look pitiful until we give them some a lot of times. It's pretty cute and amusing.
I never knew cats could accidentally be classically conditioned!
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Some table food is poisonous for cats. You should not feed your cat any of the following foods. By no means is this a complete list.
-Grapes
-Raisins
-Garlic
-Tomatoes
-Any root vegetable, including onions
-Chocolate
-Cantaloupe
-Milk based products like milk, ice cream, yogurt, etc. If you want to give your cat milk, buy CatSip from your local grocery or pet store. Cool Claws is a special ice cream for cats, also available at local grocery and pet stores.
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