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This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina in 2019. She was a very small cat - never more than 8 pounds - but she didn't seem to notice. She had a large personality that more than compensated for her diminutive size.
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
November 20, 2025 at 2:44 PM
This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina in 2019. She was a very small cat - never more than 8 pounds - but she didn't seem to notice. She had a large personality that more than compensated for her diminutive size.
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
Miss Lucy likes boxes okay - less than many cats I've known - but she loves packing paper. She loves to plunge into it and attack any movement underneath it. I've resorted to purchasing rolls of packing paper to keep her supplied.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
November 18, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Miss Lucy likes boxes okay - less than many cats I've known - but she loves packing paper. She loves to plunge into it and attack any movement underneath it. I've resorted to purchasing rolls of packing paper to keep her supplied.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Miss Lucy has been spending less time on the catio since the weather has gotten cooler. This spot on the back of a chair gives her a clear view of her surroundings and is right in line with a heating vent. :)
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
November 17, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Miss Lucy has been spending less time on the catio since the weather has gotten cooler. This spot on the back of a chair gives her a clear view of her surroundings and is right in line with a heating vent. :)
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina with a baby Miss Lucy in 2018. This was the first time Mina had shown any degree of acceptance of Lucy, and it was all because of a bird outside - a subject they could both agree on. :)
#cats #catcare #missmina #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #missmina #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
November 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
We had temps below freezing last night, so Miss Lucy has been seeking out warm spots and sunbeams. It really can be difficult for cats to feel warm enough when it's cold outside. Make sure you give them plenty of warm beds and blankets to snuggle into.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
November 11, 2025 at 3:22 PM
We had temps below freezing last night, so Miss Lucy has been seeking out warm spots and sunbeams. It really can be difficult for cats to feel warm enough when it's cold outside. Make sure you give them plenty of warm beds and blankets to snuggle into.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
We're having a bit of a cold snap, so Miss Lucy is spending less time on the catio and more time on her self-warming beds.
Offer your cat plenty of places to perch so they always have choices between many different sleeping and lounging areas.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Offer your cat plenty of places to perch so they always have choices between many different sleeping and lounging areas.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
November 10, 2025 at 2:58 PM
We're having a bit of a cold snap, so Miss Lucy is spending less time on the catio and more time on her self-warming beds.
Offer your cat plenty of places to perch so they always have choices between many different sleeping and lounging areas.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Offer your cat plenty of places to perch so they always have choices between many different sleeping and lounging areas.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
This throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina basking in sunlight. Her dark fur would sometimes get so hot that I couldn't pet her. Like most cats, she loved the heat!
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
November 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM
This throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina basking in sunlight. Her dark fur would sometimes get so hot that I couldn't pet her. Like most cats, she loved the heat!
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
Any time you have leftover paper packing from a shipment, share it with your cat. It can be highly enriching because it has stimulating new scents and it provides great places for toys to hide during play time.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
November 4, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Any time you have leftover paper packing from a shipment, share it with your cat. It can be highly enriching because it has stimulating new scents and it provides great places for toys to hide during play time.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
As the temperatures drop, Miss Lucy is seeking out every sunbeam...even at bath time. :)
Do your best to open window coverings in areas of your home that receive direct sunlight. Your cats will thank you for it.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Do your best to open window coverings in areas of your home that receive direct sunlight. Your cats will thank you for it.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
November 3, 2025 at 2:07 PM
As the temperatures drop, Miss Lucy is seeking out every sunbeam...even at bath time. :)
Do your best to open window coverings in areas of your home that receive direct sunlight. Your cats will thank you for it.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Do your best to open window coverings in areas of your home that receive direct sunlight. Your cats will thank you for it.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
The meows were coming from INSIDE THE HOUSE!
Happy Halloween, everyone!
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
Happy Halloween, everyone!
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
October 30, 2025 at 1:33 PM
The meows were coming from INSIDE THE HOUSE!
Happy Halloween, everyone!
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
Happy Halloween, everyone!
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
Give your cats plenty of treats in safe areas away from the front door if you get trick or treaters. Keep them safe so everyone can have a happy Halloween!
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
October 29, 2025 at 1:08 PM
Give your cats plenty of treats in safe areas away from the front door if you get trick or treaters. Keep them safe so everyone can have a happy Halloween!
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
Cats don't want to wear costumes. Buy a fun new cat toy instead so everyone can have a happy Halloween!
#cats #catcare #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
#cats #catcare #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
October 27, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Cats don't want to wear costumes. Buy a fun new cat toy instead so everyone can have a happy Halloween!
#cats #catcare #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
#cats #catcare #kittyhelpdesk #halloween
As the days cool off, the sunbeams become more valuable to Miss lucy - even during bath time. :)
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
October 20, 2025 at 1:29 PM
As the days cool off, the sunbeams become more valuable to Miss lucy - even during bath time. :)
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Miss Lucy hangs out next to me when I'm working so she can get pets on demand. Cats usually prefer frequent, but brief, contact.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
October 14, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Miss Lucy hangs out next to me when I'm working so she can get pets on demand. Cats usually prefer frequent, but brief, contact.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
The Halloween decorations are up and Miss Lucy is basking their glow. I sometimes think that the presence of skeletons and scarecrows outside might bother her, but she's fine with them as long as they don't move.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
October 13, 2025 at 1:13 PM
The Halloween decorations are up and Miss Lucy is basking their glow. I sometimes think that the presence of skeletons and scarecrows outside might bother her, but she's fine with them as long as they don't move.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina in 2012. Her birthday was October 15, so I always think of her this time of year. I also see her in all of the Halloween decorations that feature black cats.
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
October 9, 2025 at 1:33 PM
This Throwback Thursday, I have a pic of Miss Mina in 2012. Her birthday was October 15, so I always think of her this time of year. I also see her in all of the Halloween decorations that feature black cats.
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #missmina #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
Miss Lucy loves playing in packing paper. So much so that it's now a permanent fixture in our living room.
Enrichment like this is especially important for indoor cats who generally get less stimulation than cats who venture outdoors.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Enrichment like this is especially important for indoor cats who generally get less stimulation than cats who venture outdoors.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
October 8, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Miss Lucy loves playing in packing paper. So much so that it's now a permanent fixture in our living room.
Enrichment like this is especially important for indoor cats who generally get less stimulation than cats who venture outdoors.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Enrichment like this is especially important for indoor cats who generally get less stimulation than cats who venture outdoors.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Miss Lucy sometimes stretches when her impatience makes her feel a little bit of stress. If you notice your cat stretching a lot during interactions, they may just be stretches or they may be subtle reactions to mild anxiety.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
October 7, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Miss Lucy sometimes stretches when her impatience makes her feel a little bit of stress. If you notice your cat stretching a lot during interactions, they may just be stretches or they may be subtle reactions to mild anxiety.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
If you look closely, you can see a large hawk on the fence behind Miss Lucy. Lucy never even noticed the bird because it was still and I was moving about. Lucy was much more interested in what I was doing.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
October 6, 2025 at 2:04 PM
If you look closely, you can see a large hawk on the fence behind Miss Lucy. Lucy never even noticed the bird because it was still and I was moving about. Lucy was much more interested in what I was doing.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Words cannot express how much the work of Jane Goodall has meant to me and everyone who loves animals. Her life was one of service to all the living beings on this planet and she will be sorely missed.
Visit the site of the Jane Goodall Institute at janegoodall.org to learn more.
Visit the site of the Jane Goodall Institute at janegoodall.org to learn more.
October 2, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Words cannot express how much the work of Jane Goodall has meant to me and everyone who loves animals. Her life was one of service to all the living beings on this planet and she will be sorely missed.
Visit the site of the Jane Goodall Institute at janegoodall.org to learn more.
Visit the site of the Jane Goodall Institute at janegoodall.org to learn more.
Miss lucy hangs out nearby when it gets close to mealtimes. Cats don't really understand that we're providing their food by choice. They think they have to come and get it from us because that's life in the wild.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
September 30, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Miss lucy hangs out nearby when it gets close to mealtimes. Cats don't really understand that we're providing their food by choice. They think they have to come and get it from us because that's life in the wild.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Miss Lucy enjoyed watching some football with me this weekend. Our team didn't do so well, but Miss Lucy didn't seem to mind.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
September 29, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Miss Lucy enjoyed watching some football with me this weekend. Our team didn't do so well, but Miss Lucy didn't seem to mind.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
This is Miss Lucy at four months old exploring the enclosed porch at our previous home. Cats usually handle conflict by avoiding one another, so Lucy used this area to avoid Mina.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
September 25, 2025 at 1:15 PM
This is Miss Lucy at four months old exploring the enclosed porch at our previous home. Cats usually handle conflict by avoiding one another, so Lucy used this area to avoid Mina.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk #tbt
This is one of Miss Lucy's favorite perching spots during the day. It gives her a view of the backyard as well as a view of me when I'm at my desk.
Offering your cat choices whenever you can will increase their feelings of agency.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Offering your cat choices whenever you can will increase their feelings of agency.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
September 23, 2025 at 1:23 PM
This is one of Miss Lucy's favorite perching spots during the day. It gives her a view of the backyard as well as a view of me when I'm at my desk.
Offering your cat choices whenever you can will increase their feelings of agency.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Offering your cat choices whenever you can will increase their feelings of agency.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
Miss Lucy's hanging out with her favorite toy, Bat Baby. She treats it like her kitten and she moves it to safe spots each night while meowing. This is a fairly common behavior for female cats.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
September 22, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Miss Lucy's hanging out with her favorite toy, Bat Baby. She treats it like her kitten and she moves it to safe spots each night while meowing. This is a fairly common behavior for female cats.
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk
#cats #catcare #misslucy #kittyhelpdesk