Category Archives: Cats

Cat-related matters

NYC opens its first cat cafe!

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Steve

This isn’t terribly new around Austin since my adopted home has numerous shop cats (Dragon’s Lair, some Half Price Books branches) but it’s nice to see a cafe in New York doing what it can to help homeless kitties. If … Continue reading →

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What “French” cats think of Halloween

Posted on November 2, 2014 by Steve

Our cats would agree, especially when it comes to wearing costumes.

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Happy Caturday, Halloween and Samhain!

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Steve

I just have a weakness for “talking” cats a la Babe.

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The feral cats of Tahiti Village 2014

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Steve

One awesome encounter at Tahiti Village was with the maintenance manager who helps oversee the feral cat population around the parking garage. It was good news mostly. Through her efforts with the city/county, many have been rounded up over the … Continue reading →

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Rest in Peace Aswan

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Steve

A beloved shop cat passed away this week at age 18. Aswan was one of two feline residents at Dragon’s Lair who graced the store by sleeping on the gaming tables, lounging in the glass cases and wandering about, making … Continue reading →

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Rest in Peace Cally

Posted on August 31, 2014 by Steve

My good friend Jeremy’s cat passed away recently. Due to complications from renal failure and hyperthyroidism (something Miette suffers from now), Cally had to be euthanized. She did have a good run of 17 years (85 for a human) and … Continue reading →

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Pizza Hut Japan has cat-spokesmen

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Steve

The land of cute has a much more interesting ad campaign for a rather overpriced brand. What little I know about Japanese pizza though, I’m confident even their Pizza Hut puts rather gross things on their pies: mayonnaise, crab legs … Continue reading →

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Happy Caturday! August 23, 2014 edition

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Steve

Sign this cat up for the Cat-Olympics! I wonder what’s in the mouse toy? Probably the strongest cat-nip on earth that would motivate even the most docile feline.

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Rest in Peace Caliban

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Steve

I couldn’t get a definitive answer from my mother-in-law on when or how Caliban died beyond being this Summer. Carolyn’s memory isn’t what it used to be I’m realizing. I just was told yesterday he passed away while I was … Continue reading →

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Happy third birthday Isis

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Steve

After living around our yard for a couple years and dropping off three litters of kittens, we made Isis officially our kitty. The day we brought her back from the shelter was declared her new birthday. The first week was … Continue reading →

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Older cat advice, how I wish mine were so nice

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Steve

As much as I would love to have a kitten, I tend to adopt adults because they deserve a home too. It’s probably why they all have their own agendas. Nemo was the closest to a kitten which I rudely forgot. … Continue reading →

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Happy 12th Birthday to Nemo

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Steve

Hard to believe this cat is now the “old man” around the house. I still remember back when he was the new kid, a kitten who feared the three adults around him. Plus the vet warned us about the gimpy … Continue reading →

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Happy 7th Birthday Maru!

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Steve

Japan’s most famous Internet cat celebrates and of course he probably got a new box to climb into. Hannah probably brought a gift.

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A tribute to my cats due to my upcoming trip

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Steve

I think they often feel this way, namely when we’re packing but I know they’re cool with anyone coming to feed them, except Nemo. They’ll be grateful it’s just me going away for a few days. Now this got me … Continue reading →

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Cat Cafe in New York

Posted on April 26, 2014 by Steve

First Japan, now New York, I wonder if Austin will get one eventually. The real nagging question I have is how did the owners succeed in negotiating with the Health Examiners on allowing this. The place probably doesn’t serve any serious … Continue reading →

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