Maggie May

A Food Review!

2012-01-29T12:07:00.001-05:00

Maggie May was given a wonderful opportunity to review a product at MrChewy.com. Mr. Chewy has a wide selection with 70+ brands to choose from! I decided to let her try a food that was not available to us locally.

As I was browsing the website for food, my eyes were immediately drawn to Tiki Cat because I love all things retro and the packaging reminded me of 60's mod. I know that you can't choose a cat food based on the packaging, so I took a closer look. When I saw the words ALL NATURAL, WHOLE SEAFOOD and NO BY-PRODUCT, I knew it would be worth a try.

Maggie's sister, Saylor, modeling Tiki Cat in my latest

Salvation Army Furniture Store find, a 60's Eames style lounge

Since my order was over $49, my products shipped for free and super fast! The order was placed on Thursday and the package arrived on Saturday! When our box of full of King Kamehameha Luau 9 Flavor Variety Packs arrived, I could not wait to see what Maggie May would think of the new food.

Well, she took to the food like she hadn't eaten in days- even though she eats several times a day. It certainly did not take her long to clean her bowl either!

I believe her favorite flavor is Tuna on Rice with Crab Surimi - because she ate that one the fastest.

Maggie May says, "Tiki Cat is paw lickin' good!"

Maggie May and I highly recommend this food to any kitty who enjoys yummy seafood and to any "mom" or "dad" who likes to feed their kitty high quality food.

Be sure to check out Mr. Chewy's referral program that helps raise money for charities with your review! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO!

Stop Internet Censorship!

2012-01-18T07:01:00.000-05:00

>READ ALL ABOUT IT<

Merry Christmas!

2011-12-23T11:47:00.000-05:00

We wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!!

Very special headbonks to the Ginger King!

It's Maggie May Day!!!

2011-09-23T00:44:00.001-04:00

This is Maggie May's story from 2009 Maggie May Day post. It has now been 3 years since her third and final knee surgery. Let's celebrate!!!

All of these wonderful graphics were created by none other than Ann of Zoolatry.

These pics are of Maggie May today.

She is my stunning little beauty queen!

XOXO to Punapippuri!

Happy Maggie May Day to All!

DIY Cat Scratching Board by Guest Blogger, Tracy Sitchen

2011-05-24T08:23:00.003-04:00

DIY Cat Scratching Board

After moving to a new apartment last year, my partner and I found ourselves with a veritable mountain of empty cardboard boxes. It was when I had to swat away our curious cat, Hiro, from this very same mountain that I knew exactly what to do with all the excess cardboard.

Materials

Cardboard boxes of any size

Tape or hot glue gun

Exacto knife

Cute paper or fabric scraps

Instructions

1.   Cut the cardboard into 2-inch wide strips (wider if you want) and at least 12 inches long. Make sure the ridges in the material are horizontal so your cat’s claws have something to catch.

2.   Align the pieces together until collectively the pieces are as wide as your palm. Use a hot glue gun to glue the pieces tightly together. Don’t do this on a carpeted surface!

3.   Cut your cute paper or fabric so it wraps the frame of the board; secure along the sides with glue or tape. Leave both sides (the top and bottom) of the scratching board clear so that you can flip it over if one side goes through too much wear and tear.

4.   Alternatively, try this method from Design Sponge, wherein you wind the strips into a tight circle and continue to wrap each layer of cardboard around it until you create a circular scratching pad.

5.   Sprinkle catnip or cat treats onto the cardboard and watch your feline friend go nuts.

Bio: Tracy Sitchen is a veteran coupon clipper, stay at home, and aspiring writer. While she loves shopping, she loves the chase of the deal even more! She’s recently been writing on printable Digiorno pizza coupons and the best way to find grocery coupons over at her blog where she shares deals and discounts to help every day people save money.

Auction Benefiting Wee Paws Sanctuary!

2011-05-19T08:46:00.000-04:00

You must check out the totally "pawsome" auction benefiting the Wee Paws Sanctuary. The Pee Wee gang provides a no-kill cage-free home environment for kitties, woofies, and sometimes a parrot or two. There are lots of wonderful, brand new items and a couple of gently used items as well. There are brand new electric water fountains. Light and airy Pashminas, books, beautiful jewelry, a wind chime by Mo that is stunning and lot more surprises. There is something for everyone. Please be sure to check it out......and bid if you can!

How to Help Misplaced and Injured Animals in Alabama by Guest Blogger Heather Green

2011-05-16T01:14:00.000-04:00

How to Help Misplaced and Injured Animals in Alabama

Unless you have been living under a rock, then you’ve probably already heard about the recent string of tornadoes that have destroyed many areas in America’s Southern states; specifically in Alabama.

Not only has it been called “the worst tornado outbreak in American history,” it has also been coined as the “mini-Katrina for animals” as well because so many animals have been displaced, lost and injured from the natural disaster.

It’s times like these when we as a society must come together and help provide financial assistance to those in need, whether it be veterinarian treatment for injured animals, or finding a loving home for misplaced pets.

If you’re hoping to do your part and donate some money and help the animals that have been affected by the tornado, here are three different corporations that are taking donations for food, shelter, and rehabilitation for misplaced pets in Alabama.

1.   Global Animal Foundation

The Global Animal Foundation is currently taking donations for their “U.S. Deep South Tornadoes” campaign, and all the money received will be put towards paying for medical expenses for injured animals, accommodation, food, and to also help reunite pets with their guardians.

The Foundation is essentially a “Red Cross for animals” and its mission is to assist animals who need the resources after being victims of natural and manmade disasters.

2.   Humane Society of the United States

The Humane Society of the United States has been on the ground helping animals not only in Alabama, but Mississippi and Missouri as well.

The Society has been setting up temporary shelters for these animals and desperately need your help; so if you donate more than $25 to their Animal Rescue Team you will also be provided with a full HSUS membership and a subscription to their award-winning All Animals Magazine.

3.   Have a Heart Rescue and Adoption

This Foundation has been set up specifically for misplaced animals in Birmingham, AL, one of the cities that has been the most affected by the recent tornadoes.

Have a Heart is currently accepting donations and asking for financial assistance to help with veterinarian care for animals as well as food and boarding for misplaced pets.

If you would like more information regarding how to reunite lost pets with their owners, or even if you’re hoping to help out by adopting a pet who no longer has a home, be sure to check out the “Animals Lost & Found from the Tornadoes in Alabama on 4/27/11” group on Facebook as well.

Bio: Born and raised in North Carolina, Heather Green has worked as a fashion and beauty consultant as well as freelancing for various wedding, fashion, and health publications. She currently acts as the resident blogger for Online Nursing Degrees where she’s been researching cruise nursing programs as well as accelerated nursing programs.

We Have Winners!

2011-05-15T11:02:00.000-04:00

Thanks to all who entered our Hill's Science Diet Hairball Formula giveaway! We have used random.org to choose 6 winners to receive two bags of food each.......and the winners are:
Abby
Jenianddean
Samantha, Clementine and Maverick
Laila and Minchie
ChrissyKat
Meowmeowmans

Congratulations friends!! We will be contacting you shortly for your mailing addresses :)

Totally Awesome Giveaway! Hill's Science Diet Hairball Control Cat Food!

2011-05-10T12:58:00.000-04:00

So happy to announce I was given the opportunity to host an awesome giveaway from Hill's Science Diet Hairball Control Cat Food! SIX lucky winners will each receive TWO seven pound bags of Science Diet Hairball Control in celebration of Hill's battle against hairballs!

Hill's Science Diet Hairball Control Cat Food:

Precisely balanced nutrition helps control and avoid the formation of hairballs when fed on a daily basis.
Natural vegetable fibers help move hair through a cat's system, with no drugs or artificial lubricants that may interfere with normal digestion and nutrient absorption.
Essential fatty acids promote healthy skin and a shiny coat.

Rules of the giveaway:
*Just leave a comment! Be sure we have a way to contact you by email either by your blogger account or leave us your email address in the comments section or email us your email address. We will be contacting the winners for their mailing address and will pass the info along to our contact at Hill's so they can ship it out!

*You have until Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 11:59pm est to enter. We will chose 6 winners using random.org. We will post the winners of the giveaway on Sunday, May 15, 2011.

*So sorry to our international friends, this giveaway is only open to the US.

*One entry per household, please.

Join Hill’s in the battle against hairballs!

We just celebrated Hairball Awareness Day last week and we’d like to keep the hairball conversation going. What better way to spread the word than by coughing up a virtual hairball on all your Facebook friends?!

If you’re a cat owner, you’ve surely fallen victim to a hairball attack. There’s nothing worse than discovering that little present from your pet in the middle of the night in your bare feet. National Hairball Awareness Day provides a platform for highlighting this issue and educating cat owners of the solutions Science Diet offers.

You can help us spread the word for our Hairball Control products by playing and passing on Hill’s Pet Nutrition’s very first Facebook game—Hairball Battle!
http://apps.facebook.com/hairball_battle

Just as we created the innovation of hairball control cat food, we’re now leading the field with a branded consumer game on Facebook. Strategically, this game is an exciting and innovative opportunity to interact with consumers in a new way to build engagement with our brand.

Playing the game is simple. Choose one of our hilarious hairballs and cough them up on your friends! But watch out, they’ll be able to retaliate! Silly, sloppy and a bit disgusting—it’s the most fun friends of felines can have without leaving Facebook!

Please support our game by clicking the Battle link below. Then fight to the yucky finish as we generate awareness of our hairball control products in a unique way. Watch your step!
http://apps.facebook.com/hairball_battle

P.S. Dog lovers, don’t be shy—you can play, too!

Happy Birthday, Maggie May!

2011-04-15T06:43:00.000-04:00

Maggie May is 3 years old today!

Happy Birthday, Tootlebug!

Happy Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T01:09:00.001-05:00

hyvää ystävänpäivää to Punapippuri!!

Furminator Review

2011-02-08T20:18:00.000-05:00

I was given the opportunity to purchase and review a FURminator from CSN.com. I've been wanting one for so long after hearing such great things about it and I was not disappointed! The FURminator did a great job of removing the undercoat. Even better, the cats didn't fight it and actually enjoyed being groomed! It was so cute, they were lining up for their turn!

Just look at that huge ball of fur! I'm glad all this extra fur is now scattered out in the yard for the birds instead of on the new sectional sofa! I highly recommend the FURminator for cat owners!

All About Luxating Patella in Cats - Guest Post by Tina Marconi

2011-01-25T08:48:00.000-05:00

Maggie May after her final surgery to correct her double luxating patella.

All about Luxating Patella in Cats

What is Luxating Patella?

Luxating Patella is a debilitating condition that occurs in cats and other animals; it literally means that the animal’s kneecap is dislocated or is slipping out of place. Depending on the severity of the dislocation, the kneecap either slips in and out of place from time to time, or moves out of place permanently.

What are the causes of Luxating Patella?

Luxating Patella is caused by some form of trauma in the recent past. Accidents can cause a malformation of the bones forming the knee joint, and the kneecap slips out of its normal position in the joint. In some breeds of cats like the Bengal Cat, the British Shorthair, the Devon Rex and the Turkish Angora, luxating patella is congenital.

How is Luxating Patella treated?

If your pet’s condition is mild, there is no need for any kind of treatment other than a few painkillers and/or anti-inflammatory medication. Severe conditions that cause permanent lameness are treated surgically by vets. Your cat will be able to move almost normally after a corrective surgery to move the kneecap into place and stabilize it.

Is it possible to prevent Luxating Patella in cats?

This condition is not preventable; however, it is important to keep your pet from gaining weight because overweight cats are more prone to slipped kneecaps.

How do you know if your cat has Luxating Patella?

Cats that suffer from this condition are unable to move smoothly and quickly because their knee joints are affected. They skip or lift one hind leg when walking, and if both legs are affected, they would tend to hop about without using the affected limbs. Also, your pet’s knee joints could be thicker than normal. Your vet should be able to diagnose this condition by palpating your cat’s knee joint or through an X-ray.
This condition is rare in cats and more common in dogs.

By-line:

This guest post is contributed by Tina Marconi, she writes on the topic of online vet tech programs . She welcomes your comments at her email id: tinamarconi85[@]gmail[.]com.

Out With The Old......

2011-01-18T15:47:00.000-05:00

A few weeks ago I fell in love with a curved 50's sofa at the Salvation Army. We went back and looked at it a second time a few days later and the hubby was not so in love with the style, the comfort level or the $200 price tag. Yes, $200 is a lot for a thrift store sofa I told him, but it's so retro and cool! That didn't work. I was bummed! He was right in his argument that a sofa should be a comfy place to veg out and watch movies. The wooden arms and the 3" thick pad on the 50's sofa.....not so cozy. This got me thinking (which is never good) our current sofa is also not conducive to vegging out. Well, not two people at once. So, on a whim one afternoon while shopping at PetSmart (where else?), we walked a few stores down to the furniture store and ordered a sectional sofa. Did we measure before hand? Of course not, this was an impulse buy! So we get home after placing the non-returnable, non-refundable order and break out the tape measure to find, maybe our new sofa was a little too big for our space? This leads to a freak out which leads to us selling our current sofa, two wicker chairs and our TV armoire to make room for the monster sectional sofa. I thought, heck since we're selling the TV armoire, maybe we should go ahead and get one of those flat-screens......and so we did.....and it gives us about an extra foot of space. All this because of a so retro, curved 50's sofa at the Salvation Army!

Taking bets.... how long before one of the cats knocks this thing in the floor and makes me cry.

Why stop now, right? I'm thinking the bar could definitely use some modern bar stools. The ones we have now are falling apart, literally. You sit on the stool and the screws falls out the bottom. The cats have ripped holes in the vinyl and I just think it's time to retire them.

We'll be picking up the monster sectional tomorrow afternoon. Can't wait to snuggle up with Maggie May and the other kitties. It's certainly big enough to hold them all and then some! And I'm sure Saylor will have lots of fun "swiffering" around the bottom!

We Have Winners!

2011-01-14T06:59:00.000-05:00

Random.org has chosen 5 winners for our Retro Owl sticker giveaway........ and the winners are........
Harry Spotter
Jan's Funny Farm
Chez Cat
Kea
BeadedTail

Congrats, friends! Don't worry if you didn't win this time. We will be doing another giveaway very soon! So be on the lookout!

Winners, we will be in contact with you shortly for your mailing addresses. BeadedTail.....we already have yours :)

Giveaway Time

2011-01-09T19:04:00.002-05:00

It's giveaway time and this time we are giving away FIVE Retro Owl Stickers! These stickers were produced for us by BuildASign.com and they are so cool! Clear vinyl Retro Owl sticker. Black owl on clear vinyl background. Sticker size= 3"x5." High quality 6mil self-adhesive vinyl decal material. Note: this is not a vinyl cut out.

Rules of the giveaway:

*Just leave a comment! Be sure we have a way to contact you by email either by your blogger account or leave us your email address in the comments section or email us your email address. One entry per household, please.

*You have until Thursday, January 13, 2010 at 5:00pm est to enter. We will chose the winners using random.org. We will post the winners of the giveaway on Friday, January 14, 2010.

Best of luck!!!

Merry Christmas

2010-12-25T00:24:00.002-05:00

From our house to yours!

Reviews

2010-11-28T12:25:00.001-05:00

I was given a chance to review a couple of products from CSN.com. We chose Rachael Ray “Bubble & Brown” 9" x 13" Stoneware Lasagna Lover in Blue and Ginsu - 11 Piece Stainless Bamboo Knife and Block Set.

Let's start with the Ginsu knives set.....
The set comes with an 8" Chef's Knife, 8" Bread Knife, 7" Santoku, 5" Serrated Utility Knife, Four 4.5" Steak Knives, 3.5" Paring Knife, Kitchen Shears and a Bamboo Block. I love that the knives feel heavy, well made and not flimsy. I don't like putting a lot of stuff out on my counter, but I don't mind the look of the bamboo block and stainless steel knives, they look great! A great bonus is the heavy duty kitchen shears. It's so handy to have scissors in the kitchen that are easy to access and not tucked way in a junk drawer. So far I've used the knives to cut 3 lbs of apples and 5 lbs of potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner. These knives are great and are highly recommended!

Now on to the Bubble & Brown 9x13 Lasagna Lover.......

I make lasagna a lot because it's so economical and it makes great leftovers. The first thing I noticed when I took the pan out of the box is......LOVE the color! I think cobalt blue in the kitchen is a great look. Not only is the color great, the whole design is wonderful! It's designed to hold a large amount without the lasagna oozing down the sides. Great for deep dish lasagna. Love the handles and the it cleans very easily. Great product!! Can't wait to use it for macaroni and cheese! I only wish it had some sort of lid to store leftovers.

All Better!

2010-11-11T13:51:00.003-05:00

We are happy to report Maggie May is 100% better from her eye owie. I think what made her heal up so quickly was the lovely card and picture magnet she received from her sweet Punapippuri all the way from Finland! I've hung the picture magnet low on the fridge, so it's at "Maggie May level." She was so excited by her post from Finland, she was ready to pack her suitcase and get on the next plane out. Thank you, Punapippuri!!! And thanks to all of our friends for the healing wishes for Mags.

Back From The Vet

2010-10-25T17:19:00.000-04:00

Well, seems as though the vet thinks the sores could be caused from cat scratches from when her eyeball was scratched initially. Perhaps it just took some time for the abscesses to come to the surface. So, she got a Convenia injection which is sooooo convenient :) Hopefully the antibiotic injection will do the trick and Mags can have a break from the weekly vet appointments for a while :) Thanks for all the purrs!!!

Back To The Vet We Go

2010-10-25T09:08:00.001-04:00

UPDATE: We've got an appointment for 3:15 est today. I will post another update when we get home. Marg left a comment about Mags possibly being allergic to the ointment she was prescribed for her eye last week. I also thought that could be the cause since the sores didn't appear until after I started applying the ointment. I stopped the ointment on Saturday just in case that was the problem. The lump next to her nose had opened up a little this morning and was red like the outer corner of her eye. This is so baffling!

We'll be headed back to the vet today if I can get an appointment. Maggie's actual eyeball is completely healed, but now she is having problems surrounding her eye. I promised her no photos last week when she was sensitive to light. The light is no longer bothering her and I needed some photos to show a vet tech friend of mine. You may have to biggify to see, but she has developed sores on the inner and outer corners of her eye and a lump near her whiskers. It's like nothing I've ever seen. Hopefully the vet can shed some light and also treat it. Luckily, she's been acting perfectly normal and the sores don't seem to bother her as much as they do me. It's always something.

Healing Well!

2010-10-19T06:43:00.000-04:00

Just wanted to let everyone know that Maggie May is healing well. Our vet did another stain and could not find an ulcer, abrasion or scratch. If there was one, it has healed! She still has a red-rimmed eye and isn't opening it as wide, but she is on the mend. Sorry there are no pics, but since light hurts her eyes, I didn't want to put the flashy box in her face :) Thanks so much for the healing purrs.....they're working!

Maggie May Has a Boo Boo - Guest Post w/Adopt-a-Pet

2010-10-17T11:50:00.000-04:00

Maggie May got a possible scratch to the eye which warranted a trip to the vet, a fluorescein stain and antibotic eye ointment. It was a Saturday and our regular vet was closed, so we had to go to our local Banfield clinic. The fluorescein stain revealed a superficial corneal ulcer, which is very painful. She cannot open her right eye and I am keeping the room dark for her. She goes back for a recheck Monday or Tuesday. We are hoping it will heal quickly and she won't have much scarring and won't need any surgery or God forbid, lose her eye.

The great people at Adopt-a-Pet are letting me share some great information with you today. I'd originally chosen a different topic to share, but after the events of the weekend, I've chosen to share, "Average Cost of Owning a Cat or Dog." If you're going to have a pet, it's very important you take into concideration the cost of properly taking care of that pet. My husband and I put away $40 a week into a "kitty emergency fund." This money is we use for emergencies and not for regular yearly exams and vaccinations. It's a good idea to have an emergency fund because you never know when you are going to have to have an abscess drained, a tooth pulled, an eye stained or a knee cap put back in place.

Average Cost of Owning a Cat or Dog
When you are getting ready to adopt a pet, one of the responsible steps to take is to figure out what you can afford – and to prepare for the unexpected! Being a good caring pet owner involves many things that don’t affect your wallet, like your time and love, but there are definitely some costs involved! Before you adopt, consider the likely costs that come with caring for different types pets. If you’ve never owned a particular type of pet before, knowing how much your new pet will cost can be complicated. So we put together this article to help you figure out the average cost of owning of different types of cats or dogs to help you out!

Basic Supplies – If you need to buy everything brand new, your “start up” cost will vary depending on the size of your pet… and if you choose to basic items, or are investing in fancy designer duds! For a small dog or cats, figure on $100, for a medium, $200, and for a giant breed dog, $300 and up! Basic pet supplies include:

* Collar
* Pet ID Tag
* Microchip
* Leash (for dogs)
* Pet Bed
* Bowls
* Toys
* Food

Average Yearly Cost - This not only depends on the size of your pet (a Chihuahua eats less than a Great Dane), but on the age, health and how well-trained your pet already is before you adopt them. It also depends on where you live, as vet care in cities tends to be more expensive than in rural areas. Puppies and kittens are more expensive because they typically need a series of vet visits for vaccinations, more toys larger collars as they grow, training, and tend to be the ones that chew up your couch cushions! The term “senior” for dogs depends a lot on the size of the breed, as larger breeds (and purebreds) typically develop health problems much sooner than smaller and mixed breed pets. The dollar ranges below also include food and average annual vet care costs:

* $300 – Adult indoor-only cat (1 to 10 years old)
* $400 – Kitten (under 1 year old)
* $500 – Senior indoor-only cat (10+ years)
* $600 – Any age cat that goes outdoors
* $350 – Small adult dog
* $450 – Medium adult dog
* $600 – Large adult dog
* $800 – Small to medium puppy (under 1 year old)
* $900 – Medium to large puppy (under 1 year old)
* $1200 and up – Senior dogs, some purebred breeds, special needs pets, dogs who’s coats require monthly professional grooming

Additional and Unexpected Costs – these can change your average yearly costs drastically! It is a very personal decision figuring out how much you would spend on your pet in an emergency – theirs or yours! We explore some options in our prior blog article about preparing for vet costs, but there are other unexpected costs to consider too:

* emergency vet care
* long-term illness
* extensive behavior training
* boarding or petsitting if you travel
* destruction of valuable items (shoes, furniture, landscaping)

Remember, being a responsible pet owner means not only budgeting for your monthly costs, but planning for the unexpected. We hope this article helps you to plan for a happy, healthy long life of your newly adopted pet!

Let's Get Organized!

2010-10-04T01:05:00.007-04:00

Well this is embarrassing....

I've not exactly been organized lately..... I've been storing items for the cat project yard sale and silent auction items in addition to my etsy shop stuff. My storage closet in the foster room is stuffed, not to mention messy! I decided it was time to get some sort of organization going in there with the help of some shelves. So I chose Honey Can Do Four Tier Storage Shelves in Chrome from csn.com.

I was so excited when it arrived and I was hoping to enlist the help of my husband to put it together. Well, apparently Honey Can Do means "honey, you can do that yourself cause I'm going in the garage to work on my car." It only took me about 10 minutes to put the unit together and no tools required.

Of course the cleaning and organizing took a lot longer than 10 minutes, but I am so happy with the results. I absolutely love the storage shelves, the chrome looks great and it's super sturdy. You can adjust the shelves to the heights you need. I would love to purchase a second one for the pantry!

Thank You!!

2010-09-24T11:36:00.000-04:00

Maggie May would like to thank everyone who stopped by yesterday to wish her a Happy Maggie May Day. She's awful tired today from all the celebrating, so she plans on taking it easy this weekend. She will probably join me in my online search for new bed sets and take lots of naps with Saylor.

Maggie May Day!

2010-09-23T06:34:00.000-04:00

This is Maggie May's story from last year's Maggie May Day post. It has now been 2 years since her third and final knee surgery. Let's celebrate!!!

All of these wonderful graphics were created by none other than Ann of Zoolatry.

These pics are of Maggie May today.

Don't worry, there's nothing wrong with Maggie's leg, that's just how she sits :)

Happy Maggie May Day to All!

The New Cat Tree and Bed

2010-09-12T12:56:00.001-04:00

I was given a wonderful opportunity to review a cat tree and bed from CSN.com. I chose the Go Pet Club 25" Cat Tree in Grey Faux Fur and Armarkat Soft Velvet Pet Mat in pink. I think the pictures will speak for themselves, but lets get on with the review, shall we.....

The Go Pet Club 25" Cat Tree in Gray Faux Fur is awesome and loved by all! It's not only a cat tree, but a scratching post and has a fun ball to whap around. The bed on the top is a great size for Maggie May, but the bigger cats have enjoyed it as well. Personally, I think it's well suited for the petite kitties.

When Maggie gets in the bed she looks like a little taco, so adorable. Snug as a bug in a rug!

Ferris and Maizy have really enjoyed the hot pink Armakat Soft Velvet Pet Mat. I got the medium size and it Ferris' large mancat body and Maizy perfectly. The velvet material is so soft and invites lots of buscuit making. It looks very well-made and I love the color. The cats find the pet mat to be a very cozy napping spot while I find it to be a great couch protector.

I'd recommend both products and they both have free shipping!

Happy Birthday, Punapippuri!

2010-09-10T08:51:00.000-04:00

Maggie May would like to wish her #1 Mancat, Punapippuri, a very Happy 2nd Birthday today!!! Maggie May and Punapippuri are kindred spirits because they have both been through the "naughy kneecap" surgery and have both made wonderful recoveries. How handsome is he?! We hope his mom doesn't mind that we are using his photo.

YES! :)

Guest Blogger Alexis Bonari Talks About Joint Disease in Cats

2010-09-08T12:00:00.000-04:00

Joint Disease in Cats is Under-diagnosed: How to Tell if Your Cat Needs Help

A diagnosis of luxating patella, or “slipping kneecap,” is fairly uncommon in cats and is usually more widely applicable to dogs. However, according to Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Wendy Baltzer, PhD, joint disease in cats is more widespread than we assume and has historically been under-diagnosed. Cats often don’t present with extreme symptoms, so paying close attention to your feline friend and watching for the following signs of joint disease could help you improve your pet’s quality of life.

Determining Your Cat’s Susceptibility

There are several factors that may mean your cat is at increased risk for developing a joint disease like luxating patella. If any of the following apply to your cat, you might consider watching for signs and symptoms of joint disease.

Male cats are more predisposed to joint disease than females.
If your cat has been diagnosed with FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus), he or she is at greater risk for joint disease.
Cats who have been involved in accidents, such as being hit by a car or other traumatic incidents, are more likely to develop joint disease.
The following cat breeds are at greater risk for being born with congenital joint disease, especially luxating patella: Bengal, British Shorthair, Chartreux, Devon Rex, Egyptian Mau, and Turkish Angora

Signs of Immune-Related Joint Disease

Watch for malaise, anorexia, lethargy, and various degrees of stiff gait, lameness, or inactivity.

Malaise may be difficult to observe, but if your cat looks like he or she is experiencing discomfort or general uneasiness, this could be a sign of disease. Indicators that your cat is out of sorts could include decreased playfulness and increased aggression.
Make sure your cat is eating. Anorexia is a sign of more intense malaise.
Cats sleep a lot even when they’re healthy, but if you notice that your pet is taking more naps or acting fatigued in combination with other symptoms, you might consider a trip to the vet.
Your cat may favor one leg over another if joint disease is becoming a problem, so pay attention to the way your cat moves. What may seem like fatigue could be your cat’s unwillingness to walk on painful joints. Abnormal movement in frequency, duration, or type is the strongest indicator of joint disease.

Bio: Alexis Bonari is a freelance writer and blog junkie. She is a passionate blogger on the topic of education and free college scholarships. In her spare time, she enjoys square-foot gardening, swimming, and avoiding her laptop.

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Maggie May Unleashed

2010-09-02T01:12:00.001-04:00

It has been a while since Maggie May has been photographed anywhere besides the bedroom. She has been secluded because of her massive tortitude and beating up on Maizy and Chevelle. Well, her medication has finally started to take effect (after having to up the dosage) and she can be released into "general population." She still likes to stalk Chevelle, but things are soooo much better around here.

And The Winner Is...........

2010-08-28T09:11:00.000-04:00

PEGGY'S PLACE!!!!!

Congrats to our friends at Peggy's Place. You guys have won an $80.00 gift certificate from CSN.com! Can't wait to see what you purchase!!! We'll be in contact with you shortly.

Thanks to everyone for participating :)

Totally Awesome Giveaway

2010-08-25T01:06:00.001-04:00

Can you believe Thanksgiving is just around the corner?! In only 3 short months, kitchen tables will be filled with of feasts of turkey......or maybe tofurkey and all the fixins. I really don't know where the time goes!

By entering this giveaway you have a chance to win an $80.00 gift certificate to CSN.com. This $80.00 gift certificate can be used on cookware to help you prepare your holiday meal......or if you're a non-cook like me, you can use that code on anything else in CSNs 200+ online stores! The possibilities are nearly endless and most of their items have free shipping! Sounds great, right? Well what are you waiting for......enter!

Rules of the giveaway:
*Just leave a comment! Be sure we have a way to contact you by email either by your blogger account or leave us your email address in the comments section or email us your email address.

*You have until Friday, August 27, 2010 at 11:59pm est to enter. We will chose a winner using random.org. We will post the winner of the giveaway on Saturday, August 28, 2010.

*CSN only ships to the US and Canada. The coupon is a one-time-use coupon for $80.00 off your entire purchase. Many of their items have free shipping! You will receive the coupon by email. Promo code is to be entered during the last step of the checkout process. Don't worry, we've used one and it's very easy!

*One entry per household, please.

You Lookin' At Me??

2010-08-16T11:59:00.000-04:00

Maggie May is participating in Cokie the Cat's Anipal Photo Hunt. Here are the instructions:

Each Sunday I'll post our anipal photo theme for the week & a pic (or a few) related to that theme here on my blog. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, would be to post an anipal pic (or pics) of your own on your blog, then come back and click the CLICK HERE TO ENTER link at the bottom of this post. That will add your blog pics to the Photo Hunt! Check out all the fun anipal photos & make new friends and followers!

Here's Maggie May's entry..... You Lookin' At Me?

New Scratching Post and Bed

2010-08-15T12:05:00.001-04:00

We were given another wonderful opportunity to review products from CSN.com. This time we chose the SmartCat Ultimate Scratching Post and the Precision Pet SnooZZy Pet Bed in Chocolate. Let's start with the Ultimate Scratching Post...

Our little scratching post but the dust. Well, actually the sisal rope was so frayed and destroyed, I had to finally throw it out. Ferris is really rough with scratching posts and usually knocks them over. When the Ultimate Scratching Post arrived, I was happy to see how well it was constructed and how heavy duty it is. It is super heavy and has a great large base. It's 32 inches tall and the cats love to reach all the way to the top and s-t-r-e-t-c-h.

We chose the SnooZZy Pet bed to use as a furniture protector and also a crate mat. It fits perfectly in the cat carrier. It also fits perfectly on the chair. This chair is super old and the fabric rips very easily. Of course, the cats love it. They love it even more with the pet bed. It has a great quilted plush fabric that's great for snoozing and making muffins! Definitely the bed seat in the house!

We highly recommend both products and the shipping is FREE!

Clean+Green Wood and Tile

2010-08-08T12:00:00.000-04:00

I can't say enough great things about Clean+Green products. When they asked if I'd like to test out the Wood and Tile spray, I jumped on the opportunity. The entire house is wood with the exception of linoleum in the bathrooms and laundry/litter box room. Every once in a while, Dixie Dog has accidents on the wood floor. Clean+Green is the only product that will clean up the urine and not leave the floor sticky. No other product has ever worked so well.

It was also so great to have around while Whiskers was here. Whiskers was a 3 year old unneutered male foster kitty who sometimes overshot the litter box and pee pad. As you can imagine his urine was highly potent and Clean+Green Wood and Tile was a lifesaver as well as floor saver! This stuff is great and if you haven't tried it you definitely should!

Maggie May's Vet Appointment

2010-08-03T02:03:00.000-04:00

Mags laying on her favorite quilt (made on a trade by the Mishkat Mom) and waiting for Dr. W.

Maggie May had a great check up last week. She weighs 8lbs, which is great for her small frame and knees. Of course, the vet always checks to make sure her knees are working well and they are. She was very well behaved and took the vaccinations and temperature check very well.

Mommy's Little Helper

2010-07-23T14:45:00.000-04:00

Maggie May hangs out on the vanity every morning while I get ready for my day. She loves to play with the powder brush and whap my hairbrush on to the floor. I think that might be her way of saying, "hurry up lady, I'm hungry!" Silly girl! While Maggie's being my little helper, Saylor is usually hanging out in the bathtub.

Thanks for the sweet comments about the Bridge's newest angel, Mochacinno. It really helps heal the heart, knowing so many care.

Fly Free, Little One

2010-07-23T08:08:00.000-04:00

I got a call from Mocha's foster mom this morning..... Mocha ran off to the Bridge sometime during the early morning hours. We feel so sad for her foster mom who loved and cared for her and her brother, Pumpkin. She showed no signs of sickness and seemed to be in great health. We are all in shock and completely heartbroken. It was so unexpected. She was so beautiful, cute, precious, spunky, crazy, silly, sweet, loving, tortilicious..... *tears*

Maggie May and Mochacinno

2010-07-14T01:50:00.001-04:00

Baby Maggie May

Mochacinno, the kitten we baby-cat-sat over the weekend. This one is packed full of tortitude, just like Maggie May!

Dixie Dog's New Bed

2010-07-11T12:41:00.000-04:00

I was given the opportunity to purchase a new bed for Dixie and give a review on it. Well, I placed my order for a Coolaroo Pet Bed for Large Breeds from CSN.com for $34.95 and free shipping. Can't beat that deal!

It was very easy to put together and I had it ready for use within about 5 minutes using only a screwdriver.

You can see we have a very happy customer. We've tried an elevated bed in the past and Dixie was not a fan of it. Infact, the cats used it more than she did. I think Dixie likes this bed better because there are no sides to it and it's much larger for her to stretch out.

The kitties enjoying Dixie's old bed that she never layed on.

The Coolaroo knit fabric is great because it "breathes" and keeps the dog cool. The bed can be used indoors or outdoors and has a 5-year fabric warranty against UV degradation. It's easy to clean and resists mold and mildew. If it gets dirty you can just hose it down. We are planning to buy her a second bed to go outside on the back porch.

So, if you're in the market for a new dog bed for your favorite pooch, Dixie gives this Coolaroo dog bed 4 paws up!!!

Cute Maizy

2010-06-23T08:52:00.000-04:00

Here's Maizy looking cute on our mid-century modern dining room set. Maggie May is upstairs hanging out in her bedroom. We still have to keep them separated while we are at work. Maizy hasn't attacked Maggie May since the abscess, which is good, but they are still hissy to one another sometimes. I must say, things are getting better between them. Now if only Maggie May and Chevelle would get along! Hopefully on our vacation/staycation next week, I'll be able to work on the cat relations within our home.

Pretty Girl - Wordless Wednesday

2010-06-16T03:12:00.001-04:00

Rub-A-Dub-Dub Five Mags in a Tub

2010-06-10T02:49:00.003-04:00

I bought this fabulous print from fellow etsy artist and cat lover, Jill. Jill also has a cat blog! From the claw foot tub, turquoise background, checkerboard floor and calico kitties, it goes purrfectly with our master bathroom! I love it and I just have to show it off!

New Water Fountain!

2010-06-07T11:45:00.004-04:00

We were given the opportunity to review a product from csnstores.com. CSN Stores have 200+ online stores with every product you could imagine. Of course, I chose to review a pet product. The product I chose was a Veterinary Ventures Drinkwell Pet Fountain. In addition to the fountain, I also purchased the Drinkwell Cleaning Kit and Drinkwell 3-Pack Filters.

I had purchased a different brand of fountain last year from a local store, but I accidentally killed the motor not long after I'd bought it. So I thought I'd give this fountain a try. I was very pleased with the overall shopping experience with CSN, many of their products, including this fountain, have FREE SHIPPING!

As for the fountain, it works wonderfully right out of the box. The motor is nice and quiet and I find the flowing, trickling water very calming. I highly recommend purchasing the cleaning kit for getting in those hard to clean crevices. The only complaint I have is having to refill the water often. This can be easily remedied by purchasing the 50 oz. reservoir that doubles the capacity of the water fountain. I've just ordered one and it's on it's way!As Ferris demonstrates, a water fountain is a great way to increase your pets water intake, which helps promote a healthy urinary tract.

Happy Cat

2010-05-27T01:30:00.002-04:00

Maggie May received this awesome award from one of the most handsome kitties in the blogosphere, Punapippuri. He is the King of Finland (North)! Like, Maggie May, he had a luxating patella, as did his sister, Aila. They have both had the knee surgery and have recovered. Yay!

The rules of this award is to name 5 things that make Maggie May happy. Ok, here goes......

1. Punapippuri!!

2. Sunbeams!
3. Saylor! 4. Naps on Sunday with Momma! 5. Holding up the walls! Thanks for this great award, Punapippuri!! We'd like to give this award to anyone who has not received it yet!

Here Comes The Weekend!

2010-05-21T01:10:00.002-04:00

The weather this week has been so dreary and rainy. It's the purrfect opportunity to curl up on your sectional sofas and take a much needed catnap! Hopefully the weekend will bring warm sunbeams and coastal breezes.

Happy Weekend, everyone!

New Quilt

2010-05-18T05:19:00.000-04:00

I have to show off Maggie May's new quilt from Tasha, Dobby and Franklin's super talented mom. We did a trade. I sent her some of my notecards and a print from my etsy shop and she sent me this amazing, perfect, retro, mod, kitty-sized quilt. I just told her to make it compliment the quilt on my bed and she did.....perfectly. Oh, and I love the owls on the back! I couldn't be happier..... and neither could Maggie May and Saylor. They sleep on it every night!

Wordless Wednesday - Sweet Little Leg

2010-04-21T03:56:00.001-04:00

Happy Birthday, Maggie May!

2010-04-15T00:01:00.001-04:00

Maggie May is 2 years old! Where does the time go!? I couldn't resist posting 2 of her little bitty kitty pictures. She will always be the cutest kitten in the world to me! I actually have the last picture clipped to the sun visor in my car, LOL! Happy Birthday, Tootlebug!

Happy Birthday, Siena!!!

New Friend, Felix

2010-04-06T09:03:00.005-04:00

This is our new friend, Felix. Isn't he handsome? Felix tore a ligament attaching his patella to his femur....OUCH! His vet deepened the groove for his kneecap. Maggie had that procedure as well, I believe that was her second surgery. It's been a month since his surgery and he is doing better and better everyday! He doesn't have a blog, but we ask that everyone sends him good thoughts and healing vibes.

A New Drug

2010-03-30T03:05:00.000-04:00

We now have amitriptyline in a transdermal gel instead of pill form. When Maggie May was at her recheck last week, I told the vet how I'd lost several pills due to them dissolving when Maggie and Maizy would spit them out. He called in a prescription to a pharmacy that compounds meds for pets. The meds are now given by rubbing the gel on the inside of the ear. Atleast now I don't have to worry about losing a finger!

Anxiety - Maggie May Update

2010-03-09T17:32:00.007-05:00

Maggie was such a good girl at the vet, as always. First thing Dr. W did, was pick her up and give her some lovin'. Her temperature was normal, which was great, but she did indeed have an abscess that needed to be drained. So they whisked her off to the back, gave her a numbing agent on her hip, then lanced it open. He gave her a 2 week antibiotic injection (awesome) and told me to apply warm compresses twice a day.So, when I asked what could be done about the tension and fighting going on at our house, the vet suggested a short course of anti-anxiety meds for Maizy. Since natural remedies and pheromones don't seem to be strong enough for Maizy, I went for it. I just can't have Maggie subjected to anymore attacks. God forbid anything happen to her knees! The other kitties will get the flower essences in the water or on the ears and will wear the pheromone collars if needed. In fact, they do seem to help the others. Hopefully, within a month or so, balance will be restored in our home and Maizy can go off the meds shortly after.

I miss the old days when everyone got along and no kitty had to be locked away all day in a room. Hoping we can get back there real soon. Maggie goes back for a recheck in 2 weeks, at which time we will discuss Maizy's progress.

Please stop by Punapippuri's blog and wish his sister, Aila, a successful surgery. She goes in on Thursday to have one of her luxating patellas surgically repaired.

The First Cut Is The Deepest - Mags Going to the Vet

2010-03-09T09:37:00.004-05:00

Hi everyone! Hoping to get some purrs for Maggie May. She is going to the vet at 2:30 est for a possible abscess on her leg from the Maizy attack last week. Maggie seems perfectly fine, but there is definitely a palpable fluid-filled mass on her right hip area. I've tried the warm compresses and anti-inflammatories, but it will not go down. My guess is it will need to be lanced and drained. Poor Mags! While we're there, I'll be asking the vet what more I can be doing to ease the tension between the girls. Hopefully, he will have some good advice for me.

Purrs For A Dear Friend

2010-03-04T10:33:00.003-05:00

You may remember Maggie May's friend Punapippuri, king of Finland (North). He had luxating patella surgery last year and has recovered well. His sister, Aila-sisko, has just been diagnosed with double luxating patellas and needs lots of purrs, positive vibes and luck. Please stop in and wish her well.

I'll Be Watching You - WW

2010-02-03T03:10:00.000-05:00

Spay Day 2010 Online Pet Photo Contest

2010-01-27T13:38:00.010-05:00

My beautiful Maggie May is in two online photo contests and could use some votes :)

Spay Day 2010 Online Pet Photo Contest
*This contest has a $5.00 minimum to vote. All money goes to a local spay/neuter organization for Spay Day!

Pretty Pets Online Photo Contest
*FREE TO VOTE*

Masterpiece

2010-01-19T03:06:00.001-05:00

Thank you, Samson and Delilah and the very talented Ball Guy!! This pen and ink of Maggie May is stunning and I will treasure it always.

You Are My Sunshine

2010-01-13T03:56:00.001-05:00

♫ Please don't take my sunshine away ♫

Crazy Legs

2010-01-05T02:29:00.002-05:00

Maggie May always has a leg kicked out when she sits or stands. Not sure why she does this, but we think it makes her even cuter!! We always thought that maybe her back legs were too long for her to sit or stand normally.

Do any other cats who've had luxating patella repairs do this? Do any other cats with normal legs do this?

Colorblind

2009-12-30T03:12:00.000-05:00

Happy Holidays!

2009-12-23T03:41:00.001-05:00

Happy Holidays to all!

XOXO
Maggie May

P.S. Please stop by the CB Auction site if you get the chance. Gracie is doing such a wonderful job as auctioneer, trying to raise funds for Fiona's surgery which is scheduled the Tuesday after Christmas. There are some really great items!!

Blinded By The Light - Wordless Wednesday

2009-12-09T03:41:00.000-05:00

O Christmas Tree - Wordless Wednesday

2009-12-02T03:09:00.000-05:00

Gimme Shelter

2009-11-20T03:27:00.001-05:00

The Shelter Pet Project (SPP) is a PSA campaign striving to give shelter pets an image makeover. Their goal is to eliminate the stereotype that shelter pets are damaged goods and let potential adopters know, the first place they should be looking for their pet is the shelter. So I am trying to help them spread the word!

DID YOU KNOW?
*Each year approximately 4 million pets are adopted into forever homes. Wow, that's pretty awesome!!

*The sad news....of the 8 million pets that enter animal shelters each year, approximately 3 million healthy and treatable pets are euthanized.

*It is estimated that 17 million people will acquire a pet within the next year.

*To save all the healthy and treatable pets that are euthanized, we just need 3 million of these people to adopt. Come on people, Adopt! Adopt! Adopt!

The Shelter Pet Project has designed a very cool website to help you become a shelter pet rescuer, complete with a Pet Personals matching questionnaire to help you find that purrfect pet!
http://youcastcorp.com/shelter_pet_main?s=ap

You've gotta watch this new campaign sponsored by HSUS, Maddie's Fund and the Ad Council. Randy is a total loser!!

So, what are you waiting for.......
ADOPT FROM A SHELTER,
SAVE A LIFE!

Pretty Girl - Wordless Wednesday

2009-11-18T02:02:00.003-05:00

"Tootlebug"

Dona Nobis Pacem

2009-11-05T00:01:00.000-05:00

Pretty In Pink - Wordless Wednesday

2009-11-04T03:17:00.000-05:00

Whiter Shade Of Pale - Wordless Wednesday

2009-10-28T03:16:00.000-04:00

Just Kickin' It - Movie Monday

2009-10-19T03:05:00.000-04:00

Here is a short video of Maggie May playing with her new cat nip toy that we won from a giveaway at CatLadyDiary.com. Enjoy!

As you'll see in the video, Maggie May can be kind of an angry nipper sometimes. She likes to whap the other kitties if she thinks they are getting near her nip.

Being Green - Clean+Green Products

2009-10-11T14:32:00.006-04:00

Sea-Yu sent us some of their Clean+Green products to try.We received some Litter Box Spray and Carpet and Upholstery Spray.

We have an older lab who's bladder isn't holding up as well as it used to and sometimes she has accidents in the house. The Carpet and Upholstery spray works wonders for removing urine and the odor from the area rug and even from the hardwood floor. Before, when I would use an all purpose cleaner on her urine accidents on the hardwood, there would be a stickiness left behind. No matter how many times I would go over the area, it would still have a sticky residue. Well, not with this stuff, it cleans it so well and doesn't leave a residue or odor! It's fabulous!

The Litter Box Spray works wonders for cleaning up accidents that happen inside and outside the litter box. You can even spray the product on the litter itself to help with odors. It's wonderful!! We highly recommend these products and really wished it was sold at our local Pet Smart. Hopefully, they will start selling it very soon!

Cuts Like A Knife - Get Ready For Halloween

2009-10-09T03:26:00.000-04:00

I know some of my friends are crazy about Halloween, so I wanted to share something neat.....Free pumpkin-carving stencils of favorite dog breeds at BHG.com Stencil designs by Diane Starkey/property of bhg.com

Better Homes and Gardens is featuring Halloween pumpkin carving stencils, including Dog Breed stencils, which can be traced over a pumpkin to produce a perfectly carved Jack-O-Lantern. Print their handy PDFs, then size on a copier and transfer the design to your pumpkin! Sounds easy enough!

It has been years since I have tried to carve a pumpkin, but this year I just might have to give it a shot. Look! There's even a stencil for the Dixie Dog!Stencil designs by Diane Starkey property of bhg.com

I think Maggie May would much rather help me carve pumpkins (bat pumpkin seeds and filling across the floor) than let me dress her up again, like I did last Halloween!

I have to say, she was quite the cutie pie (hmm....pumpkin pie!) in her Halloween dress!

Be Our Guest

2009-09-28T03:35:00.001-04:00

Great post by Guest Blogger, Mary Ward!

7 Daily Sites for Your Cute Animal Fix

There are a lot of animal lovers in the world, and they need a site to go to each day. For the individual who can’t get enough of their beloved companions or who just needs a nice little boost in their day, these sites won’t disappoint in terms of the number of cute animal pictures that keep on coming.

1. Cute Overload – This is not only a site chock full of cute animal pictures, but there’s a shared passion for the subject as well. The people who run this site simply can’t get enough cute pictures and the majority of them are focused on adorable little animals. Perfect for the animal lover who needs a daily boost of cuteness!
2. The Daily Bunny – This is truly for the bunny lover as that’s the main focus of all things cute. You can find daily pictures of bunnies posing in every imaginable situation here and keep up with just how cute this lovable animal really can be. You’ll be amazed at just how many poses and adorable little outfits there are for bunnies.
3. The Daily Cute – No matter what type of animal you love, you are sure to find it on here. Not only are the pictures adorable, but the subject matters vary in their cute factor. You can even search for cute pictures of your favorite animals over time making it a comprehensive and fun site for cute animal pictures.
4. Holy Cuteness – There never ceases to be an end to the cute animal pictures loaded to this site daily. They keep the content fresh and the subject matters interesting, sure to satisfy your daily fix for the most adorable pictures out there.
5. Daily Pets – There is a great mix of adorable and funny animal shots on here and that feature keeps this as a very popular site. For the animal lover or just the individual who needs a boost in their day, this is an excellent way to go and well worth visiting frequently.
6. Dog Time – This is for the dog lover in all of us! This site features not only adorable pictures of dogs, but some excellent and inspirational stories and even videos. It’s a rather robust site and draws in new dog lovers looking for their daily fix of cuteness each and every day.
7. The Daily Kitten – This is truly a site dedicated to the cat lover and it delivers. There are some amazing and beyond cute pictures of cats, and they keep coming at the followers everyday to keep them intrigued and in awe.

People just can't seem to get enough of cute pets. With sites like these, who needs to? Get your daily cute fix at one of these fun and entertaining sites.

Mary Ward is a freelance writer and likes writing about animal-related career topics, such as how to research and choose among online veterinary technician courses, how to apply for online college grants, and more.

Let's Get It Started

2009-09-23T00:01:00.000-04:00

Today marks one year since Maggie May's third and final surgery on both knees. Enjoy reading all about Maggie May's story!

All of these wonderful graphics and new header were created by none other than Ann of Zoolatry. We can't thank Ann enough for all the time and hard work she put into making this day extra special for Maggie May. She went above and beyond and I am so grateful!

We've included some of Maggie May's best videos.....Enjoy!

The Sheet Monster

Maggie May and The Plaque Rat!

Maggie May Birthday Nip

Milk Jug Ring

Maggie May Cat Nip Bath

Maggie May

Thank you for celebrating with us!

Against All Odds

2009-09-21T09:39:00.006-04:00

Everyone stay tuned! On Wednesday, September 23, 2009 we will be celebrating Maggie May Day! It will be Maggie May's 1 year anniversary since her 3rd and final surgery. Be sure to stop by and celebrate with us!Thank you, Ann of Zoolatry for helping us make this such a special celebration for our Maggie May. Your work is amazing and we can't thank you enough!

Good Vibrations

2009-07-23T11:57:00.003-04:00

Punapippuri is out of surgery and recovering at home! Wishing you a fast and easy recovery, Punapippuri!! Maggie May is sending you lots and lots of recovery vibes!

Circle Of Friends

2009-07-22T08:40:00.004-04:00

What a handsome fella!

Maggie May would like to introduce everyone to her new friend, Punapippuri! He is a rescue cat in Finland who also has a luxating patella!! He is going in for surgery tomorrow to repair his knee and we hope everyone will stop by and give him lots of purrs and well wishes. Maggie May knows first hand how painful this condition, surgery and recovery can be. We think he needs all the purrs he can get!

Our paws are crossed for you, Punapippuri and we are sending you lots of comforting vibes!

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun - Movie Monday

2009-07-20T04:54:00.000-04:00

Here is Maggie May enjoying a cat nip mouse from her Christmas in July partners, Pugsley, Raja and Mini. Maggie May had a blast, as you'll see. At the end of this video, you will see Maggie May doing her signature "holding up the wall" pose! Nokitty holds up a wall like Maggie May!

Maggie is doing great, she is definitely the boss of the house. She's just full of tortitude!

I Like It, I Love It - Movie Monday

2009-05-11T07:00:00.003-04:00

After seeing this Plague Rat on several different blogs, I decided to get one for the kitties. I purchased it from SuppliesJust4Pets. All the kitties loved it! They even played with the package it came in because it smelled of cat nip and valerian. Here is Maggie May enjoying her new Plaque Rat. She didn't let the others play with it at first, she was very protective over her new toy.

This toy is great for bunnykickin'! Maggie May highly recommends it!

*Plague Rats are handmade by Sally Pointer from natural linen, wool and leather. Stuffed with her tried and tested blend of top quality catnip herb and coarsely chopped valerian root, your cat will be delighted to 'protect' you from this fearsome beastie. --From the Supplies Just for Pets site

Always Be My Baby

2009-04-15T05:18:00.001-04:00

Happy 1st Birthday
Maggie May Squirt Pants!

Maggie May is one tough little girl. She hasn't had the easiest first year of life, but she is always a trooper! She has taught us so much about patience, endurance, and.......luxating patellas, of course! We couldn't imagine life without her. We can only imagine what might have become of her, had Jr not found her under the hood of that car. Everything happens for a reason. We're glad Maggie May happened to us!

Maggie enjoying some birthday nip!

Happy Birthday to Siena and Jasper too!

Ready To Run

2009-03-12T20:28:00.007-04:00

Thanks to Diamond Emerald-Eyes for this awesome graphic!

Just wanted to give a Maggie May update.........
It was a bad feeling seeing Maggie limping and crying the same way she did last year before her surgeries. Ok, it was beyond bad! After 3 surgeries, we couldn't imagine her having to go through that all over again. Well, we have good news! She has not limped since coming home from the vet on Tuesday. Her right knee is still slightly swollen and she will be on "bedroom lock down" for about a week while she is taking the anti-inflammatory meds and recovering. We are pretty sure the right knee did pop out of place, but popped back in before the x-ray....crazy! She was limping for the vet techs, but when Dr. W came in to examine her and take the x-rays...... no more limping. We're just glad its back in! Right now she is ready to run, but first she needs to get that swelling down.
We appreciate all the concern, kind words, purrs and prayers for Maggie May!

Calling All Angels - Urgent Purrs Needed UPDATE

2009-03-10T12:50:00.001-04:00

***Scroll down for the latest update***

This morning as Maggie May was running upstairs to the bedroom to eat her breakfast, I saw something that knocked the wind right outta my chest. Maggie was limping. The kind of limping she did last year before her surgery. We let Maggie have her breakfast then put her in the carrier with Stuie the pig and left the house. It was 7:30am and we got to the vets office as they were opening. Right now I am just waiting to hear from Dr.W. I'm assuming xrays are in order to check her knees. She was just there on Wednesday of last week for a tummy issue and he felt her knees and they were fine. We need all the purrs and prayers we can get right now. I will update as soon as I hear something.

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Update on Mags!
Good news...... Dr. W did an xray of the right knee and felt both knees and they are still in place! He said the limping could be that she may have pulled something or even her right knee may have popped out then popped back into place. The right knee is swollen compared to the left one. The plan of action is to give Mags Metacam, an anti-inflammatory, and also a new product called Feline Joint Gel. It looks a lot like laxatone, so hopefully she will eat it right up.
I had been giving her supplements ever since her last surgery in September, but stopped them recently to see if they were causing her upset stomach. I will not make that mistake again!

Thanks to all for your purrs, prayers, and kind words. I will keep ya'll posted!!

Milkshake - Movie Monday

2009-02-23T07:02:00.004-05:00

Maggie May and the greatest toy ever invented......

the milk jug ring!

Love Her Madly - Award

2009-02-16T12:24:00.002-05:00

Big thanks go out to Peffe and Lussie of Norway for this loving award!! You guys are awesome!

"LOVE YA "award winner... These blogs are exceedingly charming. These kind bloggers aim to find and be friends. They are not interested in self-aggrandizement. Our hope is that when the ribbons of these prizes are cut, even more friendships are propagated. Please give more attention to these writers. Deliver this award to eight bloggers who must choose eight more and include this cleverly-written text into the body of their award.

I would like to pass this on to these great blogs!
Jeter Harris, Whiskers & Purrs Gang, Crews Views, Rosey Cat, Vampy Vic, Turkey Cats, Elin, and Katiez Furry Mewz!

Heart Of Gold - Happy Valentine's Day

2009-02-14T07:31:00.000-05:00

Happy Valentine's Day from my heart to yours!

Take It Easy - Wordless Wednesday

2009-02-11T07:31:00.000-05:00

Pictures Of You

2009-02-04T08:38:00.005-05:00

Maggy, Zoey, and Ann from Zoolatry created this very cool picture of Maggie May! It will be featured on their blog for High Five Sunday, on February 8. Be sure to stop by their blog and check all the awesome pictures they have created for fellow bloggers.
Thanks Maggy, Zoey and Ann, we love it!!! We are thinking it would make a very cool new header!!!

Megan we are so glad to hear Marley is doing so well 2 weeks out of surgery! Things will be easier once those sutures come out. That was a tough part for us because Maggie loved to chew on the sutures. I now know that staples don't interest her as much, but hopefully she will never need to be "sewn up" again! Thanks for keeping us posted!! Continue to do well, Marley!!

Splish Splash - Movie Monday

2009-02-02T06:35:00.001-05:00

Teenage Riot

2009-01-28T07:39:00.000-05:00

"Monorail Mags"

Maggie May is 9 months old now. She has a wonderful appetite and is eating very well, but as you can see, she remains rail-thin and boy is she tall! She has free reign of the house and she's definitely making up for lost time. She has broke bad and Jr lets her get away with anything and everything. According to him, Maggie can do no wrong -- I think that is pretty sweet. Poor Maya, he doesn't catch many breaks when it comes to Maggie. He can no longer jump on the counter to get away from her because now she follows him up there.

A few weeks ago we had a beautiful January day, full of sunshine. I decided to let Maggie try out a harness. We never made it off the porch or steps, she just wasn't having any of it. She can be quite skittish at times.

Last week we had some snow here on the coast. It was a first for Maggie and she was just fascinated by the falling flakes. She sat at the windows and watched for hours. You can watch a video of Maggie and the rest of the family on our YouTube sidebar to the right.

We would like to welcome Megan and her 6 month old kitten, Marley. Marley recently had surgery on both of his knees to fix his luxating patellas. We are wishing Marley a speedy and easy recovery! Megan, be sure to give us updates!

Awards

2009-01-19T13:51:00.009-05:00

Thanks, Angel and Kirby!

Thanks, Punapippuri!

Thank you, Katnip Lounge!

Thanks, Kool-Kitty-Krew!

Thanks, Samson and Delilah!

Thanks, Katiez Furry Mewz!

Thanks, Elin!

Thanks, Chancy, Jake, Babe and Ernie's Voice!

Thanks, Cats In Maryland!

Thanks, Thoughts Fur Paws & Peffe and Lussie!

Eye Of The Tiger - Maggie's a winner!

2009-01-16T13:21:00.003-05:00

We were informed at 1pm this afternoon by Anamigo.com that Maggie May was the daily winner of the pet photo contest! She won $25.00! She is still in the running for the weekly prize of $125.00, so you can all continue to vote if you wish!
We will be using her winnings to purchase cat food for our local feral colonies.

In Your Eyes - Photo Contest

2009-01-15T08:53:00.003-05:00

Maggie May has entered the Anamigo Pet Photo Contest

VOTE FOR MAGGIE MAY

Maggie May would love to win, so please vote for her!

Anamigo.com is having a photo contest with a daily prize of $25 and a weekly prize of $125, totaling $300-a-week for the cutest pet photos (voted by users.) Anamigo.com is a new online community for pet lovers and their pets. It doesn't cost a thing and all you have to do is join.

Voting begins at 1pm est

Beautiful Day - Wordless Wednesday

2009-01-04T17:13:00.003-05:00

Maggie May
January 3, 2009

Maggie May - Video

2009-01-03T17:50:00.002-05:00

Maggie May
Cat Nip Bath

Today was a beautiful day! We spent most of our time on the screened-in porch, enjoying the 60 degree weather and bountiful sunshine. This was Maggie May's first experience with cat nip and the screened-in porch. She had a blast!
I couldn't help but share!