June 8 celebrates National Best Friends Day, a day to honor that one special person you call your “best friend”. It is a time to show them how much you appreciate them, how special and important they are to you and how you cherish their friendship. “Best friends share extremely strong interpersonal ties with each other.” (WEWednesdays!) Friendship Day was originally promoted by Joyce Hall, the founder of Hallmark cards in 1930, intended to be 2 August and a day when people … [Read more...]
How Cats Make Great Companions
March 27, 2022 by
Cats make such good pets is that they make great companions. They seem to be able to sense when you need some comfort. (Yes, dogs do too.) Having a cat around is good for children, especially if they take part in caring for the animal. Most cats don’t need constant attention. Some Personal Benefits Cat Owners Experience: Cats do well living in small homes and apartments or small houses. They don’t need a great deal of space to run around as they are comfort creatures that like to curl up … [Read more...]
Top Tips For Single Moms Considering Getting A Pet
March 21, 2018 by
In an ideal world, you would want your kids to be happy, healthy and have everything that they want, right? So how about if your little darlings want to adopt or get a new puppy or kitten? Are you ready to change your lifestyle for good, by welcoming a new pet into your home life? If you are a single mom, then getting a pet can cause massive upheaval, especially if you feel like you have just got your home life under control. However, if your kids are struggling at school or feeling a bit down … [Read more...]
The Benefits of Owning a Cat
December 14, 2017 by
Cat lovers will never be swayed by the many arguments of superiority put forward by dog owners. After all, who wants to be compelled to go out walking in all weathers, every day of the year? Who wants to put up with sudden, unexplained bouts of barking? Who wants to have to rush back from a fun social event just to ensure their pet relieves itself outside the house rather than in? The fact that cats provide companionship and affection, and that they can proving a calming influence in your … [Read more...]
Maintaining a Hygienic Home with Cats
October 31, 2017 by
In a world where working hours are becoming longer and longer, it’s not always practical or kind to have a dog. Dogs need a considerable amount of time, both in exercise and human contact and interaction. Cats, on the other hand, need these a little less. That’s not to say a cat is definitely the best pet to have if you work long hours (they still need their humans around a fair amount; that fishing app for felines wasn’t created for nothing), but they are certainly preferable as companion pets … [Read more...]
How to Always Keep Your Feline Fighting Fit
October 20, 2017 by
There are many aspects to your cat’s general health, and it’s easy to let some part or other slip from your attention. It isn’t just your feline’s weight and the condition of its teeth – which are important, of course – but you also need to consider your cat’s age, whether it’s carrying around any parasites, what is happening to it when it goes outside where you can’t always keep an eye on it, its exercise pattern as well as its mental health. Even the most diligent pet owner can fall behind, … [Read more...]
Cats, Egyptians and Women
September 8, 2013 by
Cats and Egyptians Cats (Felis silvestris catus), known in Ancient Egypt as "mau", were important in ancient Egyptian society. Based on recent DNA comparisons of living species, it has been estimated that cats were first domesticated from the Middle Eastern subspecies of the Wildcat about 10,000 years ago in the Fertile Crescent. Thousands of years later, the peoples in what would later be Upper and Lower Egypt had a religion centering around the worship of animals, including … [Read more...]
Pet Month celebrated until May 6!
April 21, 2013 by
From 1 April to 6 May 2013 it's National Pet Month, your chance to show the special creature in your life just how much you love them! The charity holds the event each year. The aim is to promote responsible pet ownership, make the public aware of the benefits of pets and the contribution they make to our society, as well as letting owners know about the pet services available to them. Each year a whole host of pet-tastic events are held, from dog shows to fairs and perfect pet … [Read more...]
IFAW – Linky’s happy new home
August 19, 2011 by
"Although I saw Linky's photos before adopting her, I still burst into tears when I saw her (in person) and how extremely skinny and neglected she was! It broke my heart! The IFAW team really does amazing work and they are the little guardian angels for the poor animals out there!" - Linky's New Mom, Elanza Here's Linky now! Dearest Women of A Celebration of Women, I wanted to update you on the condition of Linky, the wonderful pup I recently told you … [Read more...]
care2 – Animals Are Companions, Not Property
June 19, 2011 by
Hi, A Celebration of Women, There is a reason we call cats and dogs "companion" animals. They are our friends and family. They comfort us in tough times and help create happy memories. Canada's laws should reflect what animals really are: loved ones -- not property » Three years ago, Parliament passed a bill to increase penalties for animal abusers, but nothing has changed. That's because it's incredibly difficult to prosecute these criminals and prove that they've inflicted pain or done more … [Read more...]
Help Your Favorite Animal Shelter Win $15,000
June 16, 2011 by
Do you know an animal shelter that could use $15,000? America's Favorite Animal Shelter gives you an opportunity to make that happen. Vote for a shelter that you really care about. The shelter that gets the most votes by the end of the contest on July 10th will win $15,000! Whether it's buying pet food, providing medical services or keeping our furry friends happy and healthy, the winning shelter determines how the money can best help them. You can decide who should win, and make it happen. … [Read more...]
