#CharityTuesday Adopt a Cat and World Spay Day

ADOPT A CAT

MIA

MIA (Photo: Wood Green, The Animals Charity)

Mia is a young-looking 16-year-old beauty who loves to bask in sun on the windowsill. She also likes to be groomed and as a very special treat, Mia likes a spot of cheese!

Unfortunately, her previous owner could no longer keep her, so she is looking for new owners to help her enjoy her retirement. Sweet Mia is waiting for a forever human at the London centre (where I waited for my forever home). Click on her profile to find out more about her.

Today is also World Spay Day

I am of course spayed. It happened to me when I was 5 months old and it was at Wood Green, The Animals Charity! As I was adopted from this pawsome charity when I was 10 weeks old Mum had to take me back there to get done when I was an older kitten. 

I wasn't happy about it at the time. I thought Mum had taken me back there because she'd had enough of me. But I was soon sedated and then when I awoke, feeling groggy from the anesthetic I could hear her voice and when I looked up I was so very happy to see her. She'd come back to take me home. My forever home! 

Now, in hindsight, and as a wise adult cat, I am really glad I got spayed because let's face it, who really wants to give birth? It's so painful and having babies all the time is not ideal. There are far too many hungry sad kittens around as it is. So many that aren't as lucky as me and other adopted kitties. Many of them living as strays and ferals, struggling to survive. It isn't fair but unfortunately, that's life.

I also want to be the only baby in the house as it means all the attention is on me! And I don't want Mum getting all maternal over little bundles of squealing fursballs. 

You can read about my spay day in my book (some of this book is part fantasy at the beginning and then my story is told in reality as it happened after the day I got adopted).

In support of World Spay Day, Wood Green is offering free neuter vouchers.

Note: Voucher applications are open from Tuesday 27th February 2018 up to and including Tuesday 13th March 2018, or until funds run out. Max 2 vouchers per household. Vouchers will be valid for 4 weeks from issue date.

Every year Wood Green finds homes for over 500 kittens as a result of unplanned pregnancies. We're offering free neuter vouchers in honour of World Spay Day - https://t.co/p7DLv9kS19 #worldspayday #worldspayday2018 #worldspayday18 #NeuterYourPets #Kitten #Kittens pic.twitter.com/Tipnwa5BEc

— Wood Green (@Wood_Green) February 27, 2018

World Spay Day 2018 is also supported by: 

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Blue Cross 

Cats Protection 

Celia Hammond Animal Trust 

International Cat Care 

Mayhew Animal Home 

PDSA 

RSPCA 

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ATHENA'S RESCUE STORY

All proceeds from A Forever Home For Athena will be donated to the following charities:

Wood Green The Animals Charity
Greek Cat Welfare Society
Cats Protection

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More homeless pets looking for forever homes can be found on my Mum's Pinterest Pet Rescue board.

Disclosure: I received no compensation for this post. As a rescue kitty myself I want to help other rescues find their forever home, so each week on Charity Tuesday I share adoptable cats from Wood Green, the Animals Charity (which is where I was rescued) and some other charities dear to our hearts. Mum and I are so grateful to Wood Green because without them we would never have found each other! Please note however that this post does contain some affiliate links. This means if you click on the Amazon links to purchase any of the items featured, I will receive a small affiliate commission. We are not affiliated with any charity mentioned in this post. 

Sunday Selfie with Mum

Happy Sunday!

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Mum and me (sorry if I look a bit blurry)

And here is a selfie of myself solo, which is what you really want to see :) 

Join The Cat on my Head for more Sunday Selfies!

Caturday Art: Pretty Girl Painted

Happy Caturday!

For this photo art I've been photoshopped using the Painted filter in Photoshop Elements

Caturday Art Pet Art Blog Hop 

Simply edit photos of your pets or any animal using one of the many free photo editors available online - or any editing program you like. Enjoy creating and sharing your artsy pet photos. It's a great way to find new blogging friends and followers!

As February is Pet Dental Health Month we thought we'd share this Special Offer from our partner VioVet: OraFresh Hygiene Paste dor dogs and cats.

was £7.49

now £6.99 until 31/03/18

As stated on VioVet website:

"OraFresh™ is a gentle and palatable oral hygiene paste containing mild polishing beads and a complex of naturally occurring enzymes involved in:

Reducing bacteria which cause bad breath and dental disease.

Breaking down and removing plaque.

Maintaining overall mouth health.

The highly palatable poultry flavour makes it a pleasant and easy experience for you and your pet. As an alternative to toothpaste, it can be used with or without brushing, and may be added to food or onto a paw if applying directly into the mouth is not possible."

I must add that I have never used the above product but I have used the following to clean Athena's teeth: ViVirbac CET Enzymatic Toothpaste for Dogs & Cats

£6.49

However, Athena will only lick the paste and won't allow me to touch her teeth with it, not even with my finger. I think she loves the fishy taste, even though she prefers chicken when it's food! I shall have to persevere :)

From the VioVet website:

"A palatable, mildly abrasive toothpaste, suitable for regular use on cats and dogs to promote optimal dental appearance and hygiene. Contains active ingredients formulated to target plaque-forming bacteria and eradicate it, thereby improving the overall health of your pet's mouth. May reduce the chances of tooth decay and gum disease when used under normal conditions."

5 Catio Ideas Your Indoor Cat Will Love

I am an indoor kitty and for a few years now Mum has been going on about how she will build me a catio once we move to a new house (which at the moment doesn't look like is happening anytime soon).

She's been looking at catios and cat enclosures online but they seem to be really expensive. Building one would be cheaper but she's not into DIY. There are also companies that will do it for you but again, maybe too expensive for us as I am not earning the money I should be as a cat model, influencer or ambassador. Yeah, it seems I will never be a famous kitty like some :(

Nevermind, I have all I need in life to be happy💚

So, here is a small selection of catio and enclosure ideas Mum found on Amazon UK. Now, if I had one of those it would be just pawsome!  If you have an indoor cat and want to let them safely outdoors for some fresh air, now is the time to start looking because spring is just around the corner!

The following are affiliate links so that means that if you make a purchase via them we will earn a small commission, just enough to buy me some treats maybe?

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Omlet Outdoor Cat Run

This fully enclosed 1.8m x 1.8m x 1.95m cat run allows your cat to enjoy the outdoors in safety. It's made from heavy-gauge welded steel mesh and the attractive green coating helps it blend in well with your garden.

The secure, lockable door can be positioned on any side and there is an external anti-tunnel skirt that protects your cat from foxes, badgers and feral strays.

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Catio / House Cat Leanto 8ft x 8ft x 9ft with Ladders & Shelves

Perfect for keeping cats out in the sunshine safely, this catio is made with a 16G 1 x 1" inch mesh that is cat safe. The wood is pressure treated and coated with an animal-friendly stain for a long life. This catio comes with all the fixtures such as the cat shelves and ladders to keep your pets well entertained. The wooden stakes anchor the run to the ground. You can also get one custom made from the company. All info is on the product page on the link below.

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Kitty Walk Kittywalk Town-&-Country Pet Enclosure

This multi-unit netted outdoor enclosure for multiple cats has 30 cubic feet of play space. It includes Kittywalk's Deck and Patio enclosure, the Kabana, and Penthouse for your kitties to enjoy some fresh air outdoors as well as enjoying some playtime. There are also 4 different hammocks for lounging in and weather resistant canvas roofing!

       

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Catio / Cat Lean 9ft x 6ft x 7.5ft tall with Ladders & Shelves 

This Catio looks perfect for allowing your indoor cats to safely explore the garden. There is enough room to exercise and play and the ladders and shelves will give them the chance to jump and climb and enjoy themselves. At 6ft Wide, 9ft long and 7.5 ft tall it is an adequate size and it can even fit the humans inside, should you wish to outdoor time with your kitty companions as well!

All the materials used are cat-friendly 😻

This is what I would like!

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Cat Outdoor Run With Raised Sleeping Box 6FT x 12FT Pet Enclosure

This large enclosure is perfect for letting your cat enjoy the fresh air and sunshine safely. It comes with a raised sleeping box for warmth or shade and shelter. It's made using 16G 1" wire that is fox/dog proof and cat safe. The roof is waterproof and the product comes with wooden stakes which anchor it to the ground.

Walk on Fire to Help Animals! #CharityTuesday

Could you walk on fire to help animals?

This March, Wood Green The Animals Charity is looking for inspiring individuals to take on a truly unforgettable event - The Wood Green Firewalk.

"On the eve of Friday 2nd March 2018, at our Godmanchester centre, these brave souls will walk across red-hot embers barefoot. Their incredible feat will help to offer thousands of pets a second chance. No previous experience or minimum fitness is required!  

We're looking for brave people to join #TeamWoodGreen on the 2nd March for our sponsored walk across hot coals to help pets in need. 

With your help, we can make this an evening to remember whilst raising much-needed funds for Wood Green and the pets we care for."

The Wood Green Firewalk Event 

ADOPT A CAT

As most of you know, I was rescued by Wood Green and Mum came along to the London centre to adopt me, and the rest is history. So as ever I am doing my bit to help raise awareness and help promote other rescue cats in need of rehoming.

Here is a handsome mancat from the Godmanchester centre who is looking for his forever home 💚

MAX

(Photo: Wood Green)

Max is a very handsome boy who needs to live somewhere rural where there are no other cats around. He is the outdoorsy type and would prefer to spend as much time as possible in the great outdoors. However, he does also love the human touch and lots of food!

Think you have the purrfect home for lovely Max? Then please view his profile to find out more!

But first, here he is in action 😻

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ATHENA'S RESCUE STORY

All proceeds from A Forever Home For Athena will be donated to the following charities:

Wood Green The Animals Charity
Greek Cat Welfare Society
Cats Protection

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More homeless pets looking for forever homes can be found on my Mum's Pinterest Pet Rescue board.

Disclosure: I received no compensation for this post. As a rescue kitty myself I want to help other rescues find their forever home, so each week on Charity Tuesday I share adoptable cats from Wood Green, the Animals Charity (which is where I was rescued) and some other charities dear to our hearts. Mum and I are so grateful to Wood Green because without them we would never have found each other! Please note however that this post does contain some affiliate links. This means if you click on the Amazon links to purchase any of the items featured, I will receive a small affiliate commission. We are not affiliated with any charity mentioned in this post. 

Sunday Selfie on the Bed

Happy Sunday!

Here I am on Mum's bed but it's my bed too. A nice big double bed for me and Mum. Of course, I make sure I take up most of it! Mum sleeps in the fetal position mostly and I curl up against the back of her knee/thigh. Sometimes, I sleep against her inner thigh, which involves her having to sleep more on her back with the other leg stretched out.

I know it can be uncomfortable for her but I'm sure she doesn't mind as long as I'm there to comfort her. She hates sleeping alone and sometimes says she wishes she had more cats to share the big bed with but I say NO!

What are your sleeping positions with your human or other pets? And humans, how do you sleep with your pets if you share the bed with them?

As always, we are joining our pals from The Cat on my Head for the Sunday Selfies Blog Hop!

Lomo Effect Art & a Cute Cat TV Ad #CaturdayArt

Happy Caturday!

It's been another busy week for Mum so we're keeping the art simple this week with this vintage-like LOMO effect.

Don't forget to enter our giveaway to win free tickets to The Pet Show 2018!

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We also want to share this video clip of a British ad because we're sure all you cat lovers will love it. It's a nice ad, but as I'm not in it I'm really not that impressed. 

OK, I'm feeling a bit jealous right now because Mum keeps watching it!

 

Caturday Art Pet Art Blog Hop 

Simply edit photos of your pets or any animal using one of the many free photo editors available online - or any editing program you like. Enjoy creating and sharing your artsy pet photos. It's a great way to find new blogging friends and followers!

Win Tickets to the Pet Show 2018!

We are excited to be partnering with The Pet Show to offer 5 pairs of FREE tickets to The Pet Show 2018! 

About the Show 

The event will take place on the weekend of 18th – 19th August 2018 at Staffordshire County Showgrounds between 10:00 – 17:00 

The Pet Show is a national event dedicated to the British public and their pets. Packed with hundreds of attractions for the whole family to enjoy, The Pet Show is the biggest event of its kind showcasing the very best the UK’s pet industry has to offer. The Pet Show is held both indoors and outdoors and attracts animal lovers from across the UK. Now in its sixth year, this is testament to the nation’s passion and enthusiasm towards pets and a desire for an event of this nature. 

To enter, just guess how many cat treats are in the jar below - the closest 5 guesses will win!

Follow The Pet Show on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram to find out how to enter!

We are excited to partnering with @athenawisekitty to offer 5 pairs of FREE tickets to The Pet Show 2018! To enter, just guess how many cat treats are in the jar below - the closest 5 guesses will win. Comment with your guess below - good luck! #win #giveaway #freebies #petsuk #thepetshow2018

A post shared by The Pet Show (@thepetshow2018) on Feb 16, 2018 at 4:37am PST

 Update: Thanks for your guesses - the competition is now closed. Winners will be announced & contacted at 12:00 PM tomorrow (23 Feb)  Good luck!

Happy Valentine's Day💖 #WordlessWednesday

Goodbye to Two More Blogger Pals 😿😢

We are a bit late posting this but we were really sad to hear that two more blogging furriends have recently crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

Purrs and  healing love to their families and friends at this deeply sad time 💚💜

REST IN PEACE, KIT from Brian's Home (Photo  Brian's Home Blog)

REST IN PEACE, MR JACK FRECKLES (Photo: Meezer's Mews & Terrieristical Woofs)

#CharityTuesday Milly is Looking for a Forever Love & Home

Adopt a Cat Today!

Valentine's Day can be sad for some lonely hearts so today we want to share Milly, a homeless kitty whose heart is aching for some love and happiness. This beautiful girl deserves love in her life and a forever home! 

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MILLY 

Milly (Mildred) Photo: Wood Green, The Animals Charity

Marvelous Mildred arrived at the Godmanchester centre trough no fault of her own and is now hoping to find her purrfect companion and home. This lovely girl is a real character and the staff absolutely love her quirky ways. She enjoys a short fuss, but her real love is for her igloo bed where she can get nice and cosy. If you could offer this special little lady a loving home please see her profile to find out more!

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ATHENA'S RESCUE STORY

All proceeds from A Forever Home For Athena will be donated to the following charities:

Wood Green The Animals Charity
Greek Cat Welfare Society
Cats Protection 

🐾💖🐾💖

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More homeless pets looking for forever homes can be found on my Mum's Pinterest Pet Rescue board.

Disclosure: I received no compensation for this post. As a rescue kitty myself I want to help other rescues find their forever home, so each week on Charity Tuesday I share adoptable cats from Wood Green, the Animals Charity (which is where I was rescued) and some other charities dear to our hearts. Mum and I are so grateful to Wood Green because without them we would never have found each other! Please note however that this post does contain some affiliate links. This means if you click on the Amazon links to purchase any of the items featured, I will receive a small affiliate commission. We are not affiliated with any charity mentioned in this post. 

Sunday Selfie: Flashback Selfies

Happy Sunday!

Mum hasn't had time to help me take selfies today so I am sharing two previous selfies that have appeared on this blog before.

This is one of my best selfies and Mum wants to share it again because it actually looks like I took it myself without her help!

Athena takes a selfie!

And this one is an earlier selfie of me and Mum, a few years back as I look younger and it's before Mum had a fringe (bangs).

Mum and fur-baby selfie

As usual, we are joining our friends at The Cat on my Head for the Sunday Selfies Blog Hop

Valentine's Day Special #CaturdayArt

Happy Caturday!

Welcome to the Valentine's Day Caturday Art special! 

As you can tell from this photo, Mum and I are soulmates and each other's special Valentine.

We don't care if we are two single girls. Love isn't just about that thing (you know what I mean!)

So here's our Valentine art today celebrating our amazing love. Pure soulmate love. Nothing beats it!💕

We hope you all have a great Valentine's Day, but if you've been unlucky in love, or don't have a Valentine this year, consider adopting a furry friend from a rescue shelter. We can guarantee that you will find pure unconditional love and probably the most loyal kind of love there is!

Don't know what to buy your cat lady Mum on Mother's Day?
Check out our Zazzle gift guide!

(contains affiliate links)



Mother's Day UK
by Marie

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Caturday Art Pet Art Blog Hop

Simply edit photos of your pets or any animal using one of the many free photo editors available online - or any editing program you like. Enjoy creating and sharing your artsy pet photos. It's a great way to find new blogging friends and followers!

Adopt Bobby #CharityTuesday

Adopt a Cat Today!

BOBBY

PHOTO: Wood Green, The Animals Charity

This lovely boy is 9-year-old Bobby. Not much is known about him as his previous human passed away. Bobby is a shy boy who finds things a bit scary. The poor guy can often be found hiding under his blanket, but with a bit of TLC and patience he does love nothing more than a fuss and will reward you with a huge purr!. He has been living indoors recently so would enjoy a garden to potter around in. If you are interested in Bobby, he is at the Heydon centre. Please click on this link to learn more about him.

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ATHENA'S RESCUE STORY

All proceeds from A Forever Home For Athena will be donated to the following charities:

Wood Green The Animals Charity
Greek Cat Welfare Society
Cats Protection 

🐾💖🐾💖

💜

More homeless pets looking for forever homes can be found on my Mum's Pinterest Pet Rescue board.

Disclosure: I received no compensation for this post. As a rescue kitty myself I want to help other rescues find their forever home, so each week on Charity Tuesday I share adoptable cats from Wood Green, the Animals Charity (which is where I was rescued) and some other charities dear to our hearts. Mum and I are so grateful to Wood Green because without them we would never have found each other! Please note however that this post does contain some affiliate links. This means if you click on the Amazon links to purchase any of the items featured, I will receive a small affiliate commission. We are not affiliated with any charity mentioned in this post.