The Wilbourn Way Blog
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(aka Cats on the Couch)
Dear Readers,
** Pet Sitting Vacation
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** Cat Meets 50 Dogs At A Dog Show
** The Cat's Meow
“Why does our cat, Cat Stevens, attack us?”
Find out why in my podcast interview on Unorthodox - Tablet Magazine.
Set the video at 00:31:42 minutes to start, End at 00:45:00 minutes.
** Matilda's Annual Celebration And Cat Fashion Show
To Benefit The Alliance for NYC’s Animals August 3rd at 5:00 p.m
I look forward to seeing you all at Matilda’s annual celebration where I will be available for behavioral tips and Reiki treatments. Wear your cat inspired outfits. If you can’t attend, you can still bid in the Silent Auction. I have donated a phone/video consult with lots of MultiPet Toys. Orion has requested that his robotic cats accompany me as his surrogates.
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Carole's Take On Oscar The Cat Who .....
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From RoommateTo Lover With Four Cats
(Bedtime Integration)
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| Marcia's cats in La La Land |
“There’s a possibility that, John, my roommate may become my lover,” she said. If so, how could they sleep together with their four cats? Her cats had always shared her bed, and his two cats bedded down with him.
Trade-Off
I told her that they should do a trade-off. One night they could sleep with her cats in her bed and to leave the door open. When John’s cats joined in, they should each concentrate on their own cats. If John’s cats didn’t tuck in, after two or three nights, they could sleep with John’s cats in his bedroom with the door open -- each doting on their own cats. A sprinkling of catnip before bedtime could help to relax the cats.
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| John's cats BFF |
Bedtime Is Prime Time.
They should proceed slowly, so as not to rock the cat-mosphere. Bedtime is prime time. Eventually, they would all end up in the same bed.
“I guess our cats will make the final decision — but I hope it’s my bed,” said Marcia.
Orion's Catitudes
(Orion, a recovering feral rescue gives his cat-speak and ©whisker waves on cat issues)
Orion’s faves for July …...
Orion, an enthusiast of whale music, shares this cat’s whale camaraderie.
** Hungry, Tap that Bell (Click Here)
Satisfaction on demand makes a very happy cat.
** Delicate Timing - About-to-be Mum Rescued
Luna (aka Snow White and her Seven Kittens) gave birth to seven kittens shortly after she was rescued by a compassionate cat lover. All of her kittens survived but one. Luna was a Mum Extraordinaire, not even a year old and a real “hottie”, Orion’s PV.
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| Luna (Click Here to see her with the kittens .. AND again) |
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** More please
** Older Cats Saved From Shelter
Two 21-year-old bonded cats are taken out of shelter so they can spend their golden years in a loving home .... Read more
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| 21years young - now adopted and loved in their forever home |
Orion has ©whisker waves for his faves
(Vocal Angst - OCD)
"Maybe Ellis wants to reinvent himself as a “pundit” on all things cat,” I said as he and his companion cat, Ezra, checked out the toys I tossed their way.
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| Ezra and Ellis with the glitter ball |
Brett and Tess had contacted me to do a home visit for their “overly vocal” two-year-old, neutered, Bengal/mix. “ He’s always been in the fast lane and chatty, but his random, nonstop meows are over the top — especially in the middle of the night,” said Brett.
Ezra, like Ellis, was a player so the two were a cool match. But Ezra would often play with his fave mice solo, whereas Ellis lived to play and needed new activities to stimulate and inspire his senses.
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| Ezra takes time out as Ellis carries on |
A Touch of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or OCD
I explained that Ellis’ nonstop meows or vocal angst was triggered when he couldn’t work out his energy. He became over stimulated. Bored and frustrated, his vocal cords took over — he obsessed — a distraction from his discomfort.
Ways To Delete Ellis’ Frustration Gap
- When Ellis starts to obsess, quickly distract him. Redirect his focus with a vibrant shout, hearty clap of hands or any sudden noise.
- A game of hide-and-seek. To start, pick a place where he can easily.find you.
- The Multipet Catnip Garden Sprinkles Mouse will give both Ellis and Ezra a tasty roll for their nip. Read more.
- Take him for walks in the hall at quiet times so he isn’t startled by a bevy of neighbors or the elevator or a stroller.
- A kitty stroller would provide a way for both cats to view the great outdoors. By the time you return to your apartment they’ll be ready for a nap.
- Place a ladder against the wall so he can climb to the top and play “king of the mountain”.
- Put a rubber toy in the sink or tub of water for him to bat at.
- Arrange for a cat-friendly child to come by for a play date.
- Give both cats daily private time.
- Tight hugs and a toss in the air so he lands securely in your arms.
- Arrange a tunnel of paper bags across the floor. Include some toys and nip. Some tissue paper would provide extra sound effects, together with the crinkle and pop of the paper bags. Clip the handles of the bags to prevent any accidental entanglements. Shine their laser light through the tunnel.
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| Ellis feeling zoned |
As we said our goodbyes, the cats chilled out with their toys, and link of music that I’d sent for their session. “Remember to keep their MP3 of music streaming so they can relive the emotional catnip of their session. I’ll send a case report to Dr. Dougherty of The Cat Practice to update him on Ellis."
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| Co-Founders of The Cat Practice 1973 |
Your Cat -- Your Exercise Buddy
“Whenever I do Pilates or Yoga, my cats chill out nearby”, was a text I received from one of my readers. It reminded me of my late cat Sunny-Blue. His Own Mat
Whenever I had a session with my trainer, I would put a mat down for the floor work. Sunny would show up and join me on my mat which became a little crowded. He soon had his very own mat—but very close to mine so he could stretch out and watch. One of these sessions was filmed by a Japanese television crew. The theme was: How your cat is often your “exercise buddy”.
Positive Energy
A cat is usually naturally drawn to positive energy. This energy is released when you’re exercising, so your cat joins in to share the benefits. This is a great source of mutual inspiration. Your cat may also encourage you to stay motivated when you have the urge to give up. It’s great to have such a supportive influence. So when you try to avoid your cat’s request for play, remember how your cat accompanies and inspires your workout.
Meditation may also be a fave, because as you relax and unwind, your cat mirrors your behavior. Paws up to those ties that bind!
Simon, The Serial Whiner
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| Simon prefers to think within the box |
Kim went on to say that their baby girl was born a year ago. A few months later Simon’s Best Bud passed on. Simon has a chronic intestinal problem which is managed symptomatically with a special diet and steroids. Last month the family was away for eleven days, his intestines flared up, so his medication was increased. His whines started soon after. Kim and her husband, Jake, felt there might be a direct correlation, but wanted to provide Simon with an alternate support program.
So Many Transitions
With the birth of their baby, the loss of Simon’s companion cat and their eleven days absence, double separation angst, plus new baby competition triggered Simon’s physical and emotional discomfort. His serial whine was his tell tale signal for help.
Simon And Baby
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| Blissed out to the baby's soft touch |
-- Photos of Simon with the baby are another way to empower him to feel included and loved — another baby connection.
-- It may be necessary to lower Simon’s dosage of the steroids or slowly wean him off of the medication. A homeopathic remedy may be an option, if needed, to ease any intestinal inflammation.
I concluded the consult wth a Distant Reiki treatment for Simon to restore his balance in mind, body and spirit. Read more.
Kim’s Update:
“Steroids were the primary catalyst for Simon’s serial whine. The vet recommended we stop the steroids to see if they were the cause of Simon’s discomfort. It’s day four and he’s nearly perfect.”
All’s well that ends well. As long as Simon was on the steroids, his well-being and recovery were beyond help. Now his behavior program would enable Simon to be even more at ease. A happier Simon, a happier family!
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