January 31st, 2012
Readers of comedy blog pleated-jeans.com got together to make this hilarious homage to the famous scene in The Lion King where Simba is first shown off to the animals of Pride Rock.
By Sinéad. Posted in Cats, Dogs, Funny, Random
December 28th, 2011
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This is Shironeko, a Japanese farm cat and Internet Celebrity. Recently topping a poll of The 30 Most Important Cats of 2011, 9 year old Shironeko takes cat relaxation to a whole new level:
See more of Shironeko and his sleepy friends on his YouTube Channel and his blog
By Sinéad. Posted in Cats, Funny, Random
December 21st, 2011
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Tommaso, a four year old former stray, has joined the ranks of such rich pets as Alexander McQueen’s dogs and Trouble, after inheriting a fortune worth €10 million. The black cat was taken in by Maria Assunta, an Italian widow of a wealthy property tycoon. With no children and fearing for her beloved cat’s future, she bequeathed her entire estate – including houses in Rome and Milan – to the pet. The nurse who looked after the 94 year old Assunta in her final months will now care for Tommaso.
By Sinéad. Posted in Cats, News
December 16th, 2011
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Christmas is one of the most dangerous times of year for our pets. With extra food, decorations, and hustle & bustle around the house, their health and well-being can be affected. Follow our tips for peace of mind about your pets’ safety this Christmas.
1. Food: Unfortunately, our holiday favourites are among the foods most dangerous for pets. Turkey is especially hazardous – the pointy bones can cause choking or a punctured digestive tract, while the fatty skin will give them an upset stomach. Avoid feeding them turkey meat that has come into contact with anything onion-y – onions are toxic to cats and dogs.
Chocolate is probably the biggest food risk for pets at Christmas. Depending on the type of chocolate, the size of the animal and the amount of sweets consumed, it could result in hyperactivity, seizures or even death in dogs. It will not take them long to sniff out a wrapped box of chocolates under the tree or to gobble every single edible hanging decoration.
Other festive ingredients that must never be given to pets include raisins, apricots, cherries, nutmeg, macadamia nuts, coffee, salt, garlic, and of course, alcohol.
2. Plants: As with festive foods, the plants we bring into our homes around Christmas are annoyingly the ones that put our pets at risk the most. Holly, mistletoe and poinsettias can be extremely poisonous if eaten. If you feel your home just wouldn’t have the same Christmas feeling without this seasonal greenery, please do make sure that your pet can’t get their paws on it.
3. Tree: Your Christmas tree is actually one plant that is not toxic to pets if ingested. However, it does pose a threat in a number of other ways. First of all, it must be anchored very securely so that a climbing cat won’t knock it over. Place shatterable or sharp baubles high up on the tree or reconsider using them all together. Similarly, keep hot fairy lights out of reach of inquisitive kittens to avoid burns. Tape down or conceal the electrical cords of the lights – it could prove very dangerous if nibbled upon.
4. Decorations: Besides the tree, there will be other decorations around the house that are a risk for your pet. Tinsel, ribbons, wrapping paper and string are all favourite playthings of cats but could cause serious intestinal damage or choking if ingested. From artificial snow to candles to plastic cracker toys, Christmas accoutrements should be positioned around the home with care.
5. Guests: Although having much more people over than usual will probably not directly harm your pet, it could cause them undue stress and annoyance. Loud family gatherings can leave your pet overwhelmed and irritated by the fact that their territory has been taken over.
During particularly busy visiting times, you might want to set aside a secure room in the house to give your pet some peace and quiet. This will also ensure that they cannot slip out the front door, unnoticed amongst all the comings and goings. It is very important throughout the year, but at Christmas please do make sure that your pet has proper identification, just in case it gets lost outside.
By Sinéad. Posted in Cats, Dogs, Pet Care
December 9th, 2011
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As the year draws to a close, we remember some of the most adorable, moving and awe-inspiring animal pictures of 2011.
1. A macaque monkey got his hands on a wildlife photographer’s camera in an Indonesian forest and snapped these pictures of himself.
2. Keepers dressed in panda costumes transfer a panda cub to a new environment at the Hetaoping Research and Conservation Centre in Wolong, Sichuan province, China.
3. A black rhino is carried by helicopter to a less populated area in South Africa as part of a relocation plan for the highly endangered species.
4. Two year old chimp, Do Do, bottle feeds Aorn, a 60 day old tiger cub in Samut Prakan Crocodile Farm and Zoo on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand
5. Heidi, the world famous cross-eyed opossum, is seen here at the newly built tropical environment in Leipzig Zoo shortly before her death in September.
MORE INCREDIBLE ANIMAL PICTURES OF 2011…
By Sinéad. Posted in Animal Welfare, Cats, Dogs, Events, Funny, News, Random
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