call a plumber!

the nebraska pipe kitten caught the nation's attention yesterday. today, the little girl is free and looking for a new home. preferably one without exposed pipes. a tip of the hat to all those who helped!

the passing of a canadian official's beloved cat, named "thatcher," after his political heroine, nearly caused a crisis when people assumed the former british prime minister had died. we're sorry for mr. baird's loss and hope mr. soudas apologizes for his callous remarks.

abc's 20/20 is airing a special tonight on the "cat lady" documentary and the women featured therein. maybe this will blow away the "cat lady" stygma and get compassionate people some of the respect they deserve.

more on the california declawing ban controversy - the response of a cat communicator.

winter kitties

the humane society of canada has some great tips on how to keep your furry friends safe, happy and healthy in the coming winter months. especially close to our hearts is the risk of kitties climbing up into the engine blocks of cars to keep warm. if an engine is started with an animal inside it can result in severe injury or even death. so honk, honk, honk and scare the bejeezus out of any sleepy kitties before you drive off into the sunset.

true french-canadian cat reunites with owner

these stories never get old.  the fact that the cat (Dharma) was born in France and moved to Canada adds some flavor, but who doesn't want a lost cat to find their way home?  terrorists?  worse?  i hope Dharma knows she'll be taking a major backseat to what's about to pop out of Myriam's belly.  still, the group prayer among the concerned neighbors would make a hardened modernist pine for simpler times...