National Cat Day

October 29, 2015  –  Today is National Cat Day

We celebrate cats everyday. We’re glad one day is set aside for special attention. How do you plan to celebrate National Cat Day?  The founders and sponsers of National Cat Day have identified 20 Ways to Celebrate.

Ways You and Your Cat Can Celebrate National Cat Day Together

• If you have one or more cats, how about making it a special day for them? One of the ideas we like the most includes baking some cat shaped cookies for your family and friends and some tuna cookies for your cats. Click the link to see a recipe for tuna cookies.
• Another idea is to update your cat’s supplies.  Is the litter you use safe for your cat.  Does your cat need a new litter box?
• Does your cat have places to climb and hide; scratching posts; toys?
• Is your cat’s food healthy for him?  Read the labels and check with your veterinarian to make sure you are providing proper nutrition for your cat.
• Speaking of the veterinarian, when was the last time your cat was seen by the vet? Cats should be seen by the vet every 6 to 12 months. Well cat visits are important to assess for dental disease, to assure that your cat is at a heathy weight, to assess the need for vaccine updates and for a general head to tail exam.
• Important Tip: Don’t just pull out the cat carrier when you are ready to visit the vet. Leave it out with a catnip infused toy in it. Consider leaving some of those tasty home made tuna treats in the carrier.
• Cats frequently don’t drink enough water so it’s important to provide fresh water and to consider installing a fountain.
• Another great way to get adequate water into your cat is with canned cat food or tuna.
• Play with your cat. Their minds and bodies need exercise on a daily basis.

 Ways to Help Other Cats on National Cat Day

• Adopt a cat from your local shelter or rescue.  Here in the Lake Norman community you have loads of options:
  • Iredell County Animal Services
  • Cornelius Animal Shelter
  • Catering to Cats and Dogs
  • Lake Norman Animal Rescue
  • Humane Society of Iredell
• If you are not able to adopt now, are you able to foster?
• Perhaps you could volunteer to help in some fashion.  All of these organizations have websites and wish lists.  You can step up any time to lend a helping hand.
• Is there a feral cat colony in your community. Check out the Lake Norman Lucky Cat Program to see how you can help.

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Let’s make it the best National Cat Day Ever!!

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