by Josie Townsend Words fail us at times. Just as artists and photographers lack the ability to recreate the stunning beauty they long to portray, so do written descriptions fall short of conveying the profound gratitude that pours from a heart aching with the realization of just how barren life has been. Two Novembers ago,…
Feline Behavior, Care, & Health
Caring for The Friends Who Care for Us.
The Trials of Teething Kittens
aka The Tail of The Farting Purranha If you’re an experienced kitten mom, teething time is a growth spurt you’re accustomed to helping your furbabies endure. When kitten adoption is a new adventure, knowing what to expect can relieve human anxiety with understanding of, and compassion for, your kitten’s emotional and physical behaviors. PetMD shares…
The Beauty of Black Cats
Greetings! I am Star, daughter of Selene, sibling to ten Townsend Cats, beloved fur child of my human family, Humane Society rescue, and exquisite black cat. In Greek mythology, Selene is the goddess of the moon. My mother and I are Selene and Star – see what our humans did there? I also have a…
Cleaning House
Whenever Mom and Dad begin a task, I immediately present myself and ask my favorite question: “Can I help? I’m good at things!” I say this often, because it is true! I am gifted with tremendous intelligence, discernment, knowledge, and understanding. My curiosity and determination are limitless. I turn even the most mundane job into…
I Am Here
Cats epitomize communication. We are body language sharing constant dialogue through every delicate paw caress, ear swivel, whisker twitch, and tail gesture. We convey volumes with the subtle insinuation of muscle gliding under fur. You can read a phrase in the tilt of a cat’s head; a sentence in the narrowing or widening of her…
Show Your Cattitude!
Today I am proud to share wonderful words of wisdom from Melody K. Townsend. We can all learn a lot by emulating her Cattitude! ~ Josie Dictionaries define “Cattitude” as feline behavior of aloof superiority. Cats are indeed the superior species on planet earth, but we are not arrogant about epitomizing God’s purrfect design. Our…
Townsend Cat Pet Fountain Review!
The Townsend Cats received a gift from our fur parents this weekend, and we enjoy it so much that we want to tell all our feline and human friends about it! We were presented this gift because of my uncle Chase. All of us cats drink distilled water from various bowls. Chase is the exception.…
Happy Father’s Day!
Cat dads are purrfect! They really are! Okay, so no humans are perfect. They aren’t feline, after all. But real men love animals, especially cats, and cat dads are extra special! They are stewards of God’s most precious blessings. They save lives by adopting cats from shelters or rescuing cats off the streets. They take…
How To Live Like A Kitten!
Blessings Arrive on Little Cat Feet Melody wrote the following KLog about my family and me one week after we became Townsend Cats on June 4, 2016! ~ Josie My family grew last week. A pair of nine-week-old sisters and a young queen with one three-week-old princess moved into adjacent apartments in my home. They…