I promised myself I wasn’t going to take a ton of pics this time around, but the boys just couldn’t stop being adorably photogenic, so I could not help myself. What follows is random kitty cuteness. First, you knew there had to be a tub shot:

And before I continue, for perspective, revisit how teeny tiny they were back in only August! Read more of this entry »

Had a great week with these beasts. I can’t believe they are only a little more than a year old. They got huge! But are still soooo kitty cute. Here’s three quick pics to tide you over until I can finish downloading the rest. Miss you boys…have a safe trip up north!

That is Sweeney (I’m pretty sure) getting ready to help me unpack by jumping onto a shelf if the wardrobe. Helpful kitty!

Feeding…

I adore this one. It looks like Todd is on the attack, but he was just in the middle of cleaning his leg. It’s hard to catch fast kitty tongues on camera, and I’m always happy when I can

This captures dog and cat thoughts beautifully. And counters the opinion of a friend who, even though he has a cat, always points out that they have “the brain the size of a walnut.” Thanks Teri for sending this to me. C’mon now, click read more to read what I’m talking about… Read more of this entry »

Regular P&C readers can only imagine the way this makes my blood boil. Boo hoo, I’m so busy I have to give up my family pet…..sigh. People! So, who has a home for this boy? Here’s Hercules, with info below from the New Rochelle Humane Society.

Hercules, a 40-pound Labrador/boxer mix, was a much loved member of someone’s family for many years. He was included in every daily adventure and enjoyed loads of attention from his family. As the years passed and the family became busy, Hercules was included in fewer activities and left alone for longer periods of time. His family brought Hercules to the shelter and sadly (my insert here: thhppt) explained that they no longer had time to spend with him. He is an old soul who, despite a kind of wobbly gait, loves to go for walks. He is totally house trained and is nice to everyone he meets. The adoption fee is $102.50 and includes all vaccinations, neutering, vet exam, micro-chip, heartworm test, license, ID tags and bag of dog food. To visit Hercules, call the New Rochelle Humane Society, 70 Portman Road, at 914-632-2925. Also ask about the Silver Whiskers Adoption Program.

A long time ago I introduced you to my brother and sister-in-law’s dogs Maddy and Uma. Well, as a funny follow up to the post about the manatee that Teri sent, I give you, as my brother said, the maddytee.

There is the bird dog swimming in the very, very cold Maine waters. Maddy, you rock!

We here at LoHud are participating in an contest that gives you, the adorable dog/puppy/cat/kitty owner (and by adorable I mean your pets, not you) the chance to really prove you have the cutest pet. It’s a photo contest, so no leashes or litter boxes required. All you need to know is right here. Good luck!

This just in from the Bronx Zoo, which is celebrating Earth Month throughout April. There’s more events than what I’m posting after the jump, so for the whole shebang, visit www.bronxzoo.com. Have fun. Read more of this entry »

…upon my return from Florida. My Dad and Teri also spend a lot of time there, though in the northern parts, and Teri sent me these pics of their first local, wild manatee. Too cool:After the jump, more pics. In the meantime, soon as I catch up here I’ll be updating you all on the monsters that have become Sweeny and Todd. Read more of this entry »

So now the laugh’s on me I guess. I hope you enjoyed my pre-posts from the past week while I was away. Let me tell ya, it’s hard work doing this blog a whole week in advance so I hope you all kept in touch! And here I am even on a Saturday!

So even though I’m heading home today, and no longer have sand between my toes, I give you the last of my theme for the week. The first two pics are of real Samoan cats on, yes, Samoa. The last one is just ridiculous. (Hey, it’s easy to find pics of dogs on a beach. Cats have to get their due.)

Gor-geous! For the back story on these two pics, click here. (It’s not an anti-wrinkle ad…keep reading)

Here’s another:

Wow, look at that beach. Who wants to go to Samoa?

And lastly, ridiculous cat:

That’s all for the week. Catch up with you Monday…and get ready for Sweeney and Todd!

One very key reason I got two cats the second time around was so I would not have to feel guilty about leaving them alone when I go away. Yeah, yeah, it benefits them, too, but this is about me.

As I’ve said before, the guilt starts setting in as soon as I close the door behind me. My lovely neighbor is minding them while I’m gone, but still. So while I’m missing Stanley and Cup, here they are for your enjoyment.

Yawwwwwn! I can’t believe I got that shot. Thanks Cup.
Earlier, we were looking for treats…. Read more of this entry »