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Stubbs the Cat Is the World's First Feline Mayor

Camilla Turner — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 12:54:56 +0000

Meet Stubbs, a sassy cat who has recently rocketed to fame. As mayor of Talkeetna, Alaska, he attracts visitors from far and wide, hoping to catch a glimpse of one of the longest serving mayors in the US.

Known locally as “Mayor Stubbs,” the feline’s popularity is undisputed: he has 1,000 friends on Facebook, which exceeds the town’s 900 residents.

Miracle Kitty Harley Survives Being Thrown From Car [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:05:26 +0000

I will never understand how human beings can be so cruel. How can someone throw an innocent animal out of a car going 70 miles per hour. I just don’t understand what possesses a person to say I don’t want this cat so I’m gonna fly down the interstate and throw them out the window. [...]

It's Adopt a Shelter Cat Month-You Should Adopt A Cat, I Did!

Lori Crofford — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 13:43:31 +0000

In honor of adopt a shelter cat month, I thought I would share my story. My cat adoption story. My almost 3-year old kept talking about a kitty and wanting a kitty and I wanted to make that dream a reality for him. He loved cats, any kind of cat so I thought for Christmas [...]

Cat Viciously Shot With An Arrow Survives

Lori Crofford — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:47:38 +0000

A stray cat in Houston, was found wandering the streets after being viciously shot with a arrow. An animal usually wouldn’t survive and attack like this, but luckily the arrow avoided any major organs and Cupid is on the road to recovery. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy I [...]

Lost Cat Found 2,000 Miles Away from Home [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:22:39 +0000

Daniel Johns, adopted Waylon a 1-year old tabby from a shelter and an hour after his adoption the cat chewed through a dryer vent and escaped from Daniel's home in Fort Meyers, FL. Thinking that the cat was gone forever, Daniel was surprised when he got a call 6 months later saying that Waylon was found. The even bigger surprise, the cat was 2,000 miles away in Littleton, CO.

Creepy Cat Girl in a Santa Hat [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:21:15 +0000

When it comes to pet videos they are usually cute. Throw in Christmas and those pet videos become super cute, I mean who doesn't like a video of dogs barking Jingle Bells. However, this may take it a bit too far. I think I may have nightmares after watching this creepy cat girl.

Oskar the Blind Cat Setting Up a Christmas Tree Is a Holiday Miracle [VIDEO]

Don Deane — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:30:13 +0000

Oskar the blind cat, who seems to have grown substantially since we last saw him, helps his owner set up a Christmas tree in this adorable video. Actually, Oskar doesn’t help so much as he makes the decorations his playthings. He attacks the tree and chews on garland until he practically exhausts himself. Watch this [...]

Vampire Pumpkin Kitty [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 22:32:08 +0000

It may be because it is the end of the day since I got the biggest kick out of vampire kitty pumpkin chowing down on some pumpkin. I couldn't stop giggling.

Injured Mama Cat Leads Rescuer to Her Kittens

Shauna Wright — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 16:11:04 +0000

In yet another amazing tale proving some animals are more compassionate than human beings, we humbly submit Jolie, the heroic mama cat.

Jolie calls England her home, and when she was pregnant, some cruel dolt tossed her out of a moving car. She survived, and a kind soul fed her and eventually confined her in a rural area before calling the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

If You Dislike Your Kids Telling You No! What About Your Cat? [VIDEO]

Lori Crofford — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:51:17 +0000

It is amazing what YouTube has done for our lives. It keeps us entertained and it allows people to showcase their pets. This cat has learned the most annoying word in the world, NO! Check it out and I hope it makes you giggle like I did.

Lesson Learned: Cats and Dryers Don't Mix

Lori Crofford — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 18:25:18 +0000

So I had a moment of horror this weekend. I started doing my laundry yesterday and I reached over and turned on the dryer to fluff the clothes in there so I could hang them up wrinkle free. Once I turned it on I hear a thump, then another thump. My first thought was what [...]

Vacuum Cleaner Causes Kitty Stampede [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 20:37:24 +0000

In this cute video, the simple act of turning on a vacuum cleaner causes a mass stampede of scores of fluffy kittens. The vacuum: a kitten’s worst nightmare. Check out the “kitty kavalcade” below. [via LaughingSquid] Read Original: Vacuum Cleaner Causes Kitty Stampede [VIDEO]

This Just in – Cats Love Brooms [VIDEOS]

Chip Sandalwood — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:00:34 +0000

When it comes to playing with cleaning tools, not every cat needs a Roomba to have a good time. Plenty are happy with just a plain old broom. In fact, they may even prefer it. Sure the ride may be a little bumpier on a manual, but most cats won’t bristle at that.

Amazing Spider Cat Climbs Entire Wall [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 18:51:47 +0000

This possibly titanium-clawed feline scales right up a kitchen wall while in pursuit of an elusive laser pointer. Then, as if to proof its amazing climbing abilities weren’t just some fluke of adrenaline, the cat holds on, five feet high, for a good three seconds. Check out spider cat below.

Dogs or Cats? What Your Pet Preference Says About You

Billy Goforth — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 21:37:10 +0000

Even if it's raining cats and dogs, don't expect the same reaction from everyone.

According to data from Hunch collected in an infographic by Column Five Media, cat people tend to be urban dwellers, prefer petsitting over babysitting, and value ironic humor, while dog lovers are more likely to have kids, be outdoorsy people, and name Paul as their favorite Beatle.

Klepto Cat Steals More Than 600 Items From Neighbors

Wendy Gould — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:06:04 +0000

A San Mateo, California feline with a thing for material items has been found guilty of stealing his neighbor’s goods. In fact, the cat’s stolen over 600 items from around the neighborhood, including stuffed animals, clothing, hats and shoes. The ongoing thievery has both perplexed and charmed the neighborhood, making Dusty a cat-celebrity all around [...]

Good Afternoon Pet Lovers Of The Panhandle

Billy Goforth — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:08:27 +0000

SPRING is on its way and we are all loving it! All our animals are able to spend more time outside enjoying the warmth and fresh air. Just remember it is also the beginning of flea and tick season and allergies. Dogs and cats can have allergies to so many things, most which will not [...]

Dusty, The Real Life 'Cat Burglar' [VIDEO]

Billy Goforth — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:56:39 +0000

One California feline is attracting attention for his kleptomaniac ways -- he's stolen about 600 items from neighbors in the past 3 years, often returning multiple times for loot, including taking two trips to steal a pair of shoes or a bikini top and bottom.

Neighbors don't seem to mind too much -- they just pay a visit to Jean Chu and Jim Coleman, Dusty's owners, to retrieve their stolen items. Keep reading for video of the cat burglar in action.

GOOD AFTERNOON ANIMAL LOVERS OF THE PANHANDLE!

Billy Goforth — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 20:37:08 +0000

I know we have enjoyed this wonderful weather for the past couple of weeks and hopefully soon we see it coming to an end. I hope everyone out there is taking special care of their animals. This is the type of weather that is even harmful to them. This weather is especially hard on their [...]