International Box Day - Rudy

Too cute to be contained in a box!

Wordless Wednesday

The Puffster

What did you say they're gonna' do to me?!?

I believe you all know my big sister Puff. She's gorgeous and she knows it. A while back we wrote about her "eye speckles" and through the years they have become larger. Her sight is fine and she still acts like a kitten. Next month Puff and Powder are due for their annual geezer geriatric check-ups. On the list of questions Mommy will be asking is for them to check out the eye speckles. In her past wellness checks our vets have said to just watch and as long as there are no symptoms of Puff having eyesight troubles (or any other issues), we'll just continue to monitor it.
Geezer Geriatric wellness checks are much more extensive than younger kitty wellness checks. Blood panels are run and the physical exam is much more extensive. Since the Puffster is 13 years old, she has to be subjected to more pokes and prods and up close and personal stem to stern checks.
Yeah, she can't wait...

The Rudy Report

Heyello kitties! It's me - RUDY! with your Rudy Report! Nomming on nip was the thing to do this weekend! We were all liberally dosed with the home-grown stuff and we went to town! (Well, not literally to town, that would have not have been fun), but you get the idea! The hots were on the mild side and that's a good thing.
I seem to have sprouted a squillion mats on my back and butt, so I have to go and see Tiffany soon. She is a busy and popular groomer, so my date with her isn't for a few weeks. In the meantime mommy is unceremoniously hacking away at the mats with scissors when I am eating (I don't mind as much when I am eating). Let's just say that mommy should keep her day job and never aspire to become a stylist...my back looks like I ran under a mower!
Anyhow kitties, have an awesome week - keep those tails high and remember to lay on the love to your 'rents. Where would we be without them?

Weekend Plans

I have big plans this weekend. They involve the deck, some sun and shade and a lotta' nip. All kitties are welcome to come over and enjoy the weekend with me. I have to tell you, life doesn't get much better than this. So if you are in the mood for some fun and sun (and 'nip), you know where to find it - the big brick house in our little corner of O Hi O (I'll keep a blue eye out for you!).
Friday Smoochies!

Wordless Wednesday

316 Adoptions In 3 Days! W00T!

It's a new record! Wayside Waifs Rocks! A big shout-out filled with love to Mommy's old buddies who helped make this happen! Remember, Adoption should be the first option!

The Rudy Report

Kitties, here's my report - Ahhhhh, the deck is a good thing. ZZZzzzzz...

SQUEEEE!

Here's a healthy dose of cute!
Go Wayside Go - What a great Adopt-A-Thon!

Things That Make My Heart Happy

This is where Mommy volunteered when we lived in Kansas City. They are all sorts of awesome.

New and Improved 'Nip!

As the Rudester reported on Monday, when the 'rents went on vacation our 'nip plant bought the farm. It was pitiful and I know that this photo is hard to look at. But that's what no water and 90+ degrees will do to a plant. We were very, very sad.

Now, I have to give credit to the 'rents. They felt bad that there would be no 'nip crop to enjoy on those long summer evenings, so Mommy went out and found what was sure to be the last living 'nip plant for sale in our little corner of O Hi O. Daddy was a hero and planted the new nip so we can have party-time on the deck again!

...Extra added value - when the plant is watered, Rudy gets a little sippy. It's all good kitties!

Olive Gets Adopted

Flash!

Adoption Is The Only Option

The Rudy Report

Hi-Dee-Ho Kitties - it's me - RUDY! with your Rudy Report! It's been such a HOT Spring that we have been having to stay inside and dream about the deck. We only got out there one time. I nommed on some cat grass and took a big drink of water. Guess what happened about 5 minutes later? If you guessed that I yakked it all up at the bottom of the stairway, you win!  Mommy says that this week might be a little better, the hots might go away and we can get back on the deck. The sad part is that when the 'rents left us to go on vacation, the catnip plant on the deck bought the farm. Now we have to start all over again with a new 'nip plant. Sigh...
Mommy is still working with our little shelter, trying to raise money so they can offer more services to the great animals that are living there until they find their forever homes. She reminds all of us how lucky we are. So many kitties, so few homes.
I hope all of you have a great week. I am still fat and sassy, big and bad and hard to diaper and handsome as ever. Oh, and modest, very, very modest.
Keep those tails high kitties!

The 'Rents Return!

Well kitties, the 'rents got home safe and sound. They said that they had a great time, but they missed us very much. We missed then very much as well! So it was a great homecoming. They showed us some pictures of where they were. Look at this photo kitties! What in the world??? I don't think that we have these in O Hi O (and I'm kind of glad that we don't!).

Waiting...

The 'rents left us for vacation this afternoon. We'll be fine, our sitter comes tonight to stay with us. All you southern Nevada kitties keep a watch out for the 'rents. They'll be by the Colorado river. They keep leaving us and going where there is water. I think they are nuts...

We'll see you next Thursday. Smoochies!

Diamond Loves A Good Treat!

Who Saved Who? June Is Adopt A Cat Month

The following article was snagged from the ASPCA, I doubt they will mind that I copied it!

Top Ways to Help Homeless Cats during Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month!

We realize that not everyone can adopt a new cat, but most folks really do want to make a difference. The good news is there are many ways to help. From assisting in the care and placement of shelter felines to educating the public on feral cat issues—here are a few easy ways you can make a difference for homeless cats in your community.

Show Your Virtual Support
Dedicate your MySpace page, Facebook status, Tweet or blog to an adoptable cat and help spread the word about Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month! You can also join our cause on Facebook or put an ASPCA donation widget on your personal web page.

Volunteer at Your Local Shelter. Volunteering at your local shelter is a great way to make a difference in the lives of homeless cats. From playing with kittens and organizing fundraising events to fostering abused or frightened felines, shelters across the country are in desperate need of volunteers. Be sure to visit our Ten Ways to Help Your Local Shelter for more suggestions.

Donate Goods. Caring for homeless cats and providing them with food are expensive endeavors. You can help by donating money or goods—including toys, crates, blankets or food to your local shelter. Always check to see what the shelter needs before donating.

Throw a Party! Organize an event for all your friends, and donate the proceeds to your favorite shelter in honor of Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month. Any kind of social event—a pizza party, car wash or community yard sale—is a great way to make new friends and raise money. Publicize it with flyers and signs, and remind everyone about the importance of Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month.

Spread the Word! Talk to others about helping homeless pets. Encourage those who are looking for new pets to consider adopting an animal from a shelter. Inform friends and family members about shelter fundraisers and events.

Care for Feral Cats. The number of feral cats in the U.S. is estimated to be in the tens of millions. Our Feral Cat FAQ will teach you how to help protect and humanely control the feral cats in your neighborhood.

Help Stray Kittens. Warm weather brings outdoor fun—and kittens! Sounds cute, but during kitten season—which runs from early spring until late fall—neighborhoods and shelters across the country can become overwhelmed. Learn how you can help.

Promote Spaying and Neutering. Millions of adoptable cats are put to sleep in shelters every year due to pet overpopulation. Help develop a spay/neuter outreach program in your community. Visit our Spay/Neuter Database to see who in your community offers low-cost spay/neuter programs. Create flyers promoting these organizations and pass them out at shopping centers, pet supply stores and schools.

Contact the Media. Write a letter to the editor of your local or regional newspaper, reminding them that June is Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month. Be sure to include a heads-up about any adoption or fundraising events happening at your local shelter. You can also contact TV and radio stations!

Report Animal Cruelty. One of the best things you can do to for the cats in your community is to help crack down on animal cruelty. Visit our Fight Animal Cruelty section for simple actions you can take to make the world a safer place for cats and other animal companions.