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 | Winter storms have made the news in the U.S. this week, with Winter Storm Dion wreaking havoc on the Atlantic Seaboard. It has been a new life event for me, with six to eight inches of snow all around my house, and very icy and slippery streets. Thank goodness we've had no power failures. Be careful out there, and please, keep your kitties warmly indoors and well-hugged, if at all possible. Connect With Franny Facebook | Twitter | Google +
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White-Knuckle Ride to Get my Kitties Canned Cat Food
Our house and vehicles have been snowed in for three days now, but today the sun is out we needed to go to the store, about a mile and a half from us. Why? Because we're out of canned cat food, one of the necessities of life in our home. 
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Had it not been for the need of cat food, we humans could have lasted for at least two weeks on the food we have in our refrigerator-freezer and pantry. But our cats can't live on human food and we were down to five cans of cat food, three of which are a flavor they don't like...read more
| Are Cats Really Solitary Animals?
Q: I read a magazine article that was a debate between cat behaviorists over whether cats have the capacity to love humans. One expert claimed that cats are solitary animals and only seek human companionship to fill their physical needs. I really do feel a bond with my two cats, but am I just fooling myself? Are cats really solitary animals? A: I have read the same article, and yes, it is indeed an old...read more
| Top Gifts Under $100 for Cat Lovers
Cat lovers are the easiest people in the world to thrill with a gift, because anything cat-related will be welcome, such as any of these gifts. Holiday buying is in full swing now, but there is still time to order many gifts online. These are my latest top picks for gifts for a cat lover for the holidays, for any other special occasion, or even "just because." Most of these gifts are priced at well under $100,
| Please Keep Your Outdoor Cats Safe in Cold Weather
This week we had our biggest snowfall since we moved here two years ago. While all my cats are toasty warm indoors, I've noticed some neighbors in our new community, leave their cats outside and I worry if they're out that they'll not be safe in this cold weather. 
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Our kitten Gaither was safely enjoying his first snow through the glass slider to our deck in this photo. Whether you manage a feral cat colony, or your cats are indoor-outdoor, It's important to take steps to ensure they are safe from extreme cold outdoors.
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