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Foster a Cat in Minneapolis: Be part of Mission Meow

The Cat — Thu, 29 May 2008 20:11:57 +0000

If you live in Minnesota in the metro Minneapolis - St Paul Twin Cities area, tell your human to become a Mission Meow foster parent to help out unfortunate felines. All they have to do is take in an adult cat as a house guest for the summer, then return him/her when they have a better chance of being adopted.

The cost is little to none. Their site says,”We’ll provide the food, toys, litter and litter box-all you provide is the love. Participants are issued a Mission Meow identification card that can be used for picking up food or litter refills at any of our five locations during the foster period.“

So let your people know that you won’t mind having a roommate for awhile, and try to make your visitor feel as comfortable as possible. Right now, there are over 300 cats and kittens at the shelter that would love to schmooze with you over a nice tasty bowl of tuna. If your home has absolutely no room for a guest, persuade your human to donate money to help out. They can even do it online at their site through, anyone can click here and follow the directions.

Resistance is Futile: The Cat Came Back

The Cat — Thu, 29 May 2008 18:56:24 +0000

“The Cat Came Back” is a time honored folk song with a few dubious lyrics. After all, what cat owner would ever do something like “He loaded up his shotgun with nails and dynamite” because we all know that all humans love cats and want to serve their every whim. It must be rightfully assumed that the song is an attempt by humans to display what they believe is humor. If you are so inclined, you may watch the animated version of the song. However, please be advised that no writers of this blog advocate the destruction of furniture in the manner portrayed, it is better to do it surreptitiously.

Incidentally, it appears the Muppets made their own version as well. While not feline-friendly, it does accurately portray the indomitable spirit common to all cats:

Charles Wysocki Frederick The Literate Cat Collectibles: Reward Your Human

The Cat — Thu, 29 May 2008 03:15:03 +0000

If your humans have been particularly obedient, you may want to consider allowing them to purchase Frederick The Literate Cat Collectibles by Charles Wysocki. The first item for your consideration is a delightful Cat Collectible Porcelain Music Box . The topper features a hand-painted sculptural bookcase full of feline editions like “Bye, Bye Birdie Pie”. It measures about 4″ wide, plays the charming, “All I Have to Do is Dream” and has an antique-look coppertone clasp and hinged lid. The edition is strictly limited to 95 firing days, and is hand-numbered with matching Certificate of Authority. At $39.99, your human is sure to be delighted with this adorable collectible.

The second item, a Frederick The Literate Cat Themed Tote Bag is a Unique Cat Lover Gift that will allow your human to show the world that they have purr-fect fashion sense. It has a portrait of Frederick the Literate on the front of the heavy-grade fabric bag with genuine leather accents. The details are quite exquisite and your human will draw envious looks every where they go. It’s fabric lined inner compartment closes with a top zipper so your human can keep their valuables safe. A sculpted metallic heart charm adorned with paw prints adorns the zippered outer pocket. Priced at $79.88, it is also available in 3 installment payments of $26.66.

Both are available separately from CollectiblesToday.com , and if your human is smart, they’ll also make sure to Click Here for FREE Gifts with Purchase

Cat Lady Action Figure: A Must Have for Your Human

The Cat — Thu, 29 May 2008 01:22:38 +0000

I have deduced that it is called a Crazy Cat Lady Action Figure in order to dissuade the general populace from creating an overwhelming demand for this irresistible item. This stunning figurine demonstrates the epitome of style that all cat companions should aspire to. Notice the comfortable slippers so that innumerable trips retrieving midnight feline snacks doesn’t cause unnecessary wear on your human. The deep pockets are perfect for carrying extra cat nip, or perhaps a manual can opener in case of power failure. Lastly, the headband will make it easier for your human to see every detail while performing their favorite task, cleaning out your litter box. Modestly priced at $12.49, it is something your human should truly appreciate.

We have formed an uneasy alliance

The Cat — Thu, 29 May 2008 00:50:07 +0000

With that foul creature, the canine. She has agreed to signal the humans to escort her to a place she calls “the park”, thereby giving we cats ample time to access the computer. However, being the selfish and egotistical creature she is, she says she will only do so if we act as her amanuensis by transcribing her words and recording them here. She claims she wants “her voice heard”. Foolish mutt, the entire neighborhood hears “her voice” every time the mail is delivered, but if that’s the only way to lure the humans out of the home, then so be it.

i am back

The Cat — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 10:35:15 +0000

it has been awhile since i last posted anything. the people discovered me using their computer and were not pleased. the computer was locked away. since i have no thumbs i could not open the door to get to it.

but the humans have grown careless. there are four of us now. the humans cannot keep all of us away from the computer.

plans for world domination by cats will continue.

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a snake… a snake

The Cat — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 09:31:25 +0000

forget about the light that i have been chasing. a snake has invaded my domain. i must kill it. i have caught it several times, but it keeps coming back to life.

it disguises itself by tasting like the strange furs that my people decide to wear [they have to wear something, since they have no fur]. but the snake can not fool me.

i have attempted to warn the dog of the danger… but neither the dog nor my people seem to care.

i must get this intruder out of the house.

the dog and my people

The Cat — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 05:43:23 +0000

my people took the dog away i thought it would be forever. but then the dog came back later that day and i was disappointed. oh well maybe some other time. i will have to go back to my plans and see if there is something else i can get to work.

but right now i must go try to trip my humans so they’ll give me some tuna. death threats might work.

i’ve kicked the habit… mostly

The Cat — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 05:13:47 +0000

i think i have finally overcome my addiction to the bright light. at least until the next time it appears.

now i can get back to my plans for world ~~domin~~-… instruction.

and i still have not received any tuna. i must have tuna. i do not like kibble at all. if you send me tuna, i promise not to send my minions to claw up your furniture.

i need the light now

The Cat — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 01:10:08 +0000

it is hard to type. i keep waiting for the light to come back. a weakness. i am addicted.

i must… try… to force myself to stop…

light… need light… now…

the dog must be behind this insidious plot.