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READ GARFIELD'S FIRST
CHRISTMAS LETTER
HERE!!!!
Praise for Garfield's First
Christmas Mewsletter ....
Please tell
Garfield that his Christmas Letter was one of the most heartfelt I've
ever read. Ed Kostro Dec 2005
CHECK OUT RICKY'S YOGA SESSIONS
HERE:
One cat is
company. Two cats are a conspiracy. Three cats is an attempted takeover.
Four or more cats is a complete coup!o
Shona
Steele (Australia) |
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5 GOOD REASONS FOR
HAVING YOUR CAT NEUTERED
DID YOU KNOW... |
Images brought to you by
'The
smallest feline is a masterpiece.' Leonardo da Vinci
'Dogs come when called.
Cats take a message and get back to you.'
'Of course, every cat
is really the most beautiful woman in the room.' Edward Verrall Luca,
essayist
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A morning kiss, a discreet
touch of his nose landing
somewhere on the middle
of my face.
Because his long white
whiskers tickled,
I began every day laughing.
JANET F FAURE |
| 'Dogs
have owners. Cats have staff.'
'In
the middle of a world that has always been a bit mad, the cat walks with
confidence.'
Roseanne Anderson
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Jimmy, the Resident Daily Mews Feline Columnist has his own place
now:
click here
'Cats make one of the most satisfying sounds in the world: they purr
... A purring cat is a form of high praise, like a gold star on a test
paper. It is reinforcement of something we would all like to believe
about ourselves - that we are nice.' - Roger A Caras
"Of all the [cat] toys available, none is better designed than the
owner himself. A large multipurpose plaything, its parts can be made to
move in almost any direction. It comes completely assembled, and it
makes a noise when you jump on it." -- Stephen Baker
Garfield: 28.03.86 - 12.06.06
Click on the cartoon to take you to
Garfield's tribute pages
GARFIELD and those infamous 20th
birthday pictures. See both birthday hats and more ...
LETTER FROM GARFIELD is a final letter
written with great love to his Mum ...
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PET SAFETY AT CHRISTMAS
by Pauline Dewberry
We all want to enjoy our festive time with our families and these guidelines
are here to help us all ensure that Christmas goes smoothly without any upsets
to either us or our beloved furry pets. These guidelines apply to dogs, cats and
all small pets.
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Lots of owners like to treat their pets at Christmas but too much
rich food can upset their digestive system. Never give alcohol or chocolate, as
they are toxic and can poison your pet. Bones can cause bowel blockages and
stomach upsets.
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Loud music and crackers being pulled may be our idea of fun, but
they distress our pets and can cause physical pain to their delicate ears.
Provide your pet with a comfortable bed in a quiet part of the house where it
can retreat. Put a bowl of food and water and some favourite toys nearby too.
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Never give a pet as a present. Even if the new owner wants it,
Christmas isn’t the ideal time to settle a new animal into the household.
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Keep your animal’s routine the same – feed and exercise your pet
at its normal times.
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Deck the halls … but hang Christmas decorations well out of your
pet‘s way, as they can cause serious blockages if chewed. All things bright and
shiny are like magnets to a cat so keep fragile baubles up on higher branches of
the tree and don’t leave tinsel and ribbons lying around.
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No matter how stunning your Christmas fairy looks, your cat will
think he’ll look better at the top of the tree instead! So ensure the tree is
safely fixed so that an adventurous cat can’t come to any harm.
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Make sure that you keep Christmas plants well away from your pets.
Your cat can suffer kidney failure if he decides to nibble the lilies. Day
lilies, Easter lilies and tiger lilies are all highly toxic to cats, and holly
berries, mistletoe, ivy and poinsettias can cause diarrhoea and abdominal pains.
Christmas tree needles can get in pets’ eyes.
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If you are going away over Christmas, make arrangements for the
care of your pet as soon as possible. Ensure that the carer has the number for
your vet and a contact number for you.
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If your pet is on any medication, make sure that you have enough
for the Christmas period.
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Remember the feral cats and dogs that spend their time living
outdoors. The winter months can produce slim pickings so don’t forget to leave
food out for them. Ensure that water bowls haven’t frozen over so that they are
not able to get a drink. And don’t forget the birds, too. Throw out crumbs and
bread for them as well, and hang up fat balls and containers of peanuts for
them.
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Remember all vets are available for advice over Christmas. If you
have any problems, phone your vet. Listen carefully to answer machine messages
and use an emergency number if necessary.
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The best present you can give your pets this Christmas is plenty
of love. Don’t forget them while you’re having a good time with the family and
friends – remember to include them for cuddles and don’t forget to take the dog
out for a long walk – you could combine it with a family walk after dinner – to
walk off those extra calories you’ve just consumed!
Some extracts are from The Blue Cross ‘Blue Print’ magazine
winter 2003
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MEGA
THANKS TO MICK, TONY AND KIM of PC HOMECARE for making my
computer better!!!!
http://www.pc-homecare.co.uk/
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Top 10 Cats’ Names
in 2009 |
- Max
- Bailey
- Buddy
- Molly
- Maggie
- Lucy
- Jake
- Daisy
- Rocky
- Sadie
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DID YOU KNOW
... putting your
cat's name on his collar is asking for trouble?
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MEWSLETTER ARCHIVES
is a new section where all the past MEWSLETTERS
are stored. Read through them at your leisure or
better still, subscribe to the MEWSLETTER which
is free each month!!! |
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A
Cat's Prayer'
Lead me down all the right paths,
Keep me from fleas, bees, and baths.
Let me in should it storm,
Keep me safe, fed, and warm.
Let the sun shine where I lay,
Keep me young so I may play.
And most of all ...
Bless the people I adore,
And guard me from the dog next door.
Lisa Malone
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EVER HAD AN ELECTRIC SHOCK OFF YOUR CAT?
Find out why it happens here
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Pet, Skunk, Smoke and Dead
Animal Odor remover by Clear The Air Eliminates smells from
dead mice, skunk spray, cigarette smoke, pet urine, and foot
odors.
For a wonderful website where
animal writers and illustrators are welcome, please go to:
www.iawia.net
The fantastic logo is by Jill
Carpenter
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