“A house isn’t a home without the ineffable contentment of a cat with its tail folded about its feet. A cat gives mystery, charm, suggestion.” — L.M. Montgomery
Happy Thursday! Here's the scoop:
A happy reunion after five long years
Make your own cat puzzle feeder
Unexpected bffs
9 reasons your cat may be sticking out his or her tongue
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"Mau" is Egyptian for Cat.
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Cat Reunited with Owner after 5 Years
A Canadian woman who lost her cat five years ago recently got a huge surprise.
Elizabeth Antev lost her beloved cat Kiki a few years ago, and although she and her family searched for months, they couldn't find her. Antev and her family eventually moved to another city, but she kept the same phone number and area code just in case Kiki was found and her microchip was scanned.
Five years after Kiki had gone missing, Antev received a call from the vet saying the magical words, “We have Kiki.”
Kiki, now 13 years old, took a flight to her new home and was reunited with Antev and her family. After a joyous reunion, Kiki has settled into her new home and is happier than ever.
Video courtesy of UPI.
DIY Cat Puzzle Feeder
Are you thinking about introducing your cat to a puzzle feeder? This is a very simple DIY that is great for cats who have never tried a puzzle feeder before, or who might be a bit hesitant.
You’ll need:
A ice cube tray (or an empty egg carton)
Instructions:
Simply place a small portion of food into some or all of the squares in the ice cube tray (or egg crate) to create a slow feeder for your cat. Since your cat may use their paw to get the food out of the feeder, you may want to consider placing the ice cube tray in a low sided box, or even using some sort of tape to keep it stable.
Once your cat has mastered this slow feeder, you can move on to another more difficult one.
An Unusual New Pair of Friends
Check out this cat who went to the vet and made an unexpected friend!
Worth Purring About
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P.S. We hear cats go nuts over those wine boxes 🐈
9 Reasons Your Cat’s Tongue is Sticking Out
The hashtag #tongueouttuesday is quite popular, since a cat sticking their tongue out is of course very cute. But why does your cat stick its tongue out? Here are 11 possibilities.
It’s a blep - Blepping is when a cat or dog sticks their tongue out for some reason, and simply forgets to put it back. It’s pretty normal, but if it’s happening constantly and with a new behavior, it’s best to talk to your vet.
Your cat is relaxed - Cats might stick their tongue out when relaxed or sleeping, since the muscles in their mouths relax.
Something is stuck on their tongue - Cats’ tongues have tiny hook like structures on their tongues called papillae, which help them eat, drink, and groom themselves. The shape of them, however, makes it easy for something small to get stuck in them, although it’s nothing to worry about.
They have a predisposition to it - Some breeds, like Persian, Himalayan, and Burmese cats have face shapes that make it harder to keep their tongue in their mouth.
Your cat is nauseous or is stressed - If you see your cat sticking their tongue out while traveling, they may be stressed or feel unwell. If your cat is also licking their lips a lot, they might be nauseous, so if symptoms persist, you’ll want to see your vet.
It’s a neurological problem - Although this is rare, it is possible that your cat may have a neurological issue causing this, so if you see your cat abnormally licking themselves and chewing their paws and cheeks, take them to the vet.
They have a respiratory infection - If sticking out their tongue is accompanied by coughing or wheezing, take your cat to the vet.
Your cat is hot - Just like dogs, cats can stick out their tongues when it’s hot out. Find them a cool place with some water and they should feel better.
They have periodontal disease or stomatitis - Two less common possibilities, these are usually accompanied by loss of appetite, excessive drooling, and bad breath. If your cat has these symptoms it’s best to take them to the vet.
In general, a cat sticking their tongue out isn't anything to worry about, so as long as they’re in good health, you can safely go on enjoying your cat’s bleps.
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