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Franny's Cats Blog December 2006 Archive

By Franny Syufy, About.com Guide to Cats since 1997

Top 10 Readers' Favorite Cat Pages for 2006

Sunday December 31, 2006
Here is a list of my readers' favorite cat pages at About Cats in 2006. Not surprisingly, cat picture galleries and cat quizzes remain in hot demand, but you will ... Read More

Christmas Cats Picture Gallery

Sunday December 31, 2006
It's time to wrap up this year's Christmas Cats Picture Gallery. I've added the latest batch of submitted photos, so there are four full pages. Cats generally enjoy holidays, and Christmas ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Week: Lucy

Saturday December 30, 2006
This is my darling Lucy, aka Love Bunny, Pussy Willow, Baby Girl, Sweet Thing, etc. She is the love of my life. She's 4 years old and was found by ... Read More

It's So Simple, But...

Thursday December 28, 2006
...too many people still don't get it.Spaying and neutering pet cats is the only way the burgeoning cat population problem will ever be brought under control. All the TNR (trap-neuter-return) ... Read More

Alabama Purrsians Need Good Homes

Wednesday December 27, 2006
A first-time visitor cared enough to post a comment under another blog entry, that I feel it should be promoted to the main page.In Birmingham, Alabama, TEARS, a non-profit rescue ... Read More

Cat-Friendly Resolutions for a New Year

Wednesday December 27, 2006
Since they are such an important part of my life, my cats are the focal point of my plans for the New Year. Their health, happiness, and well-being is always ... Read More

Cat Breed of the Week: Russian Blue

Tuesday December 26, 2006
The physical beauty of the Russian Blue is complemented by its loving, quiet disposition. Although shy in nature, Russian Blues are affectionate intelligent, and playful with their human companions. They ... Read More

Cats Picture of the Week: Rusty

Saturday December 23, 2006
Cat is Rusty and more than any cat I've ever known he is two cats in one. I've got photos of him looking sweet and adorable but who doesn't have ... Read More

Before You Get Your First Cat

Wednesday December 20, 2006
So you think you might want to get a cat, and don't know where to start. It's not a good idea to adopt a cat during the holidays, because the ... Read More

Cat Adoption Showers or Gift Registry?

Tuesday December 19, 2006

MA has Teeth in Animal Cruelty Law

Tuesday December 19, 2006
A cat named Midnight is dead, thanks to the unknown (at this time) criminal who shot a bb in his spine last week. A couple who had been feeding him ... Read More

Cat Breed of the Week: Ragdoll

Tuesday December 19, 2006
Ragdolls are said to have been named for their proclivity to relax entirely when held. The Ragdoll adores its humans and would generally prefer to be wherever you are. Don't ... Read More

Kishta, a Most Intelligent Cat

Monday December 18, 2006
Guest Article by Dr. Susan BrodyDr. Susan Brody is a chiropractor practicing in Jerusalem who has over the last few years rescued and adopted 17 cats, who currently rule her ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Month: November 2006

Sunday December 17, 2006
The winner of the Cat Picture of the Month for November has been decided. In the order of their appearance, the contenders were: Isabelle Tabitha Patches Pif The winner, with 10% more votes than the runner-up, ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Week: Mandy

Saturday December 16, 2006
This is Mandy, 9 years old playing with her toy duck. We got her from a cat foster home after she was abandoned. It was love at first sight. She ... Read More

Help Homeless Cats During the Holidays

Saturday December 16, 2006
It's still not too late to do a little something to help homeless cats in shelters and rescues. If you'd thought about buying a cell phone case, or tree ornament ... Read More

Oh Give me a Home Where the Cats (Do or Don't) Roam

Friday December 15, 2006

Cats & Their Pets Picture Gallery

Thursday December 14, 2006
Brand New Cats Picture Gallery For centuries, cats have been happy to live in harmony with dogs, rabbits, goldfish and other domesticated critters, as these pictures with attest to. However, cat ... Read More

Essential Oils and Cats: A Potentially Toxic Mix

Thursday December 14, 2006
Aromatherapy, potpourri, and the use of essential oils have been popular for decades. What kitchen hasn't delighted visitors with the fragrant scent of apple pie spices, whether from the oven ... Read More

Hot Forum Topic: Most Affectionate Cat Breed

Wednesday December 13, 2006
Yours truly posted:I got an email this morning from someone who asked me to make a "Top Picks" list of the most affectionate cat breeds. Obviously, "Moggies" will be at ... Read More

Photo Call: Comical Cats Pictures

Wednesday December 13, 2006
While we all know that cats think of themselves as "gods" and above our all-too-human enjoyment of the funnier things in life, there's no denying that at times cats can ... Read More

FAQ of the Day: Why does my cat paw my legs while in my lap?

Wednesday December 13, 2006
A reader asks: Our cat climbs or jumps into our lap and begins to "paw" on our legs. It is not scratching, it's more like kneeding bread. What's that all about? My ... Read More

Top 10 Gifts for "Crazy Cat Ladies"

Tuesday December 12, 2006
Female cat lovers are the easiest people in the world to buy gifts for. They always love anything and everything related to cats, whether it be cat-themed jewelry, books about ... Read More

Cat Breed of the Week: Pixie-Bob

Tuesday December 12, 2006
The origins of the Pixie-Bob are clouded in mystery and Legend. Carol Ann Brewer, the founder of the breed, does not hesitate to proclaim the breed "Legend Cats," nor to ... Read More

More Red December Cat Pictures

Monday December 11, 2006
I've added a dozen or more cats to this gallery and will continue to take submittals to be added during the month. I have to admit that red cats have ... Read More

Top 10 Most Predictable Feline Events for 2007

Monday December 11, 2006
Years come and years go, but the world of cats evolves very slowly. Because of this, it is safe to make these predictions for the coming New Year. Some of ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Month Poll: November 2006

Sunday December 10, 2006

Edna's Christmas Gift

Sunday December 10, 2006
Edna was fully prepared to spend her first Christmas without her husband, Joe, in many, many years. The last thing she wanted to do was have Christmas dinner with her ... Read More

Ragdoll Cat Picture Gallery

Sunday December 10, 2006
Ragdolls are said to have been named for their proclivity to relax entirely when held. The Ragdoll adores its humans and would generally prefer to be wherever you are. Don't ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Month: October, 2006

Saturday December 9, 2006
It's time to announce the winner of our Cat Picture of the Month for October. In the order of their appearance, the contenders were: Skrufy Vanity Bella O Raven This wasn't an easy contest to vote ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Week: Edwin

Saturday December 9, 2006
Edwin was rescued from a shelter in Council Bluffs, Iowa just about 18 mos. ago. He has the sweetest personality-very laid back, and has been a wonderful addition to our ... Read More

More Christmas Cat Pictures

Friday December 8, 2006
I've posted a lot more Christmas Cats to the gallery, plus a great photo of Santa with a cat. Sharon, with the Billerica Cat Care Coalition, sent it along with ... Read More

Enjoy the season without CATastrophes

Friday December 8, 2006
Ahhhh...the holidays. The tempting flavors of Christmas cookies and pumpkin pie, the fresh scent of pine perfuming the air, the twinkle of lights and delicate glass balls, the thundering crash ... Read More

What Kind of Cat Are You?

Thursday December 7, 2006
A little fun break from holiday shopping and cookie baking: Cat lovers seem to naturally gravitate toward the kinds of cats that share their own personalities. It's true, we know, that ... Read More

FAQ of the Week: Can I "SnailMail" Photos to You?

Thursday December 7, 2006
Short Answer: You could, but they wouldn't be published on my site. Read the FAQ for the longer answer, which includes help for "newbies."

Can Cats Get Alzheimer?

Wednesday December 6, 2006
It has been accepted for years that cats can get a form of dementia. My own cat, Shannon, demonstrated signs of it toward the end of his life: depression, staring ... Read More

Christmas Cats Picture Gallery

Tuesday December 5, 2006
Cats generally enjoy holidays, and Christmas and the other Winter holidays are no exception. Enjoy this picture of cats lounging by the Christmas tree, sometimes dressed in Christmas finery. Your own ... Read More

Cat Breed of the Week: Persian

Tuesday December 5, 2006
With its glorious long-flowing coat and sweet face to match its disposition, it is no wonder the Persian is the favorite cat among all pedigreed breeds. Persians require a secure, ... Read More

Monday Cats Blogosphere Roundup

Monday December 4, 2006
There's lots of activity ramping up with the world of blogging cats. I just thought I'd share some of the conversation I've found on some favorite cat blogs: Luxor, the Whitest ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Month Poll: October 2006

Saturday December 2, 2006

Wanted: Holiday Cat Photos

Saturday December 2, 2006
I'm planning a Holiday Cats Picture Gallery, which will eventually include other holidays, such as Halloween, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, patriotic holidays, and Thanksgiving. But for now, I'd like ... Read More

About Cats Picture of the Week: Emmy Loo

Saturday December 2, 2006
This is Emmy Loo, my sweet "dumb blonde". She has no idea how beautiful she is. She was born in my neighbor's garage and is currently 8 years old. This ... Read More

Cat Picture of the Month: May 2006

Friday December 1, 2006
The contenders for Cat Picture of the Month for May were, in the order of their appearance: Boots Norton Sprocket The winner, by a sizeable margin was Norton. Congratulations to Rene, who submitted Norton's ... Read More

April Cat Picture of the Month

Friday December 1, 2006
The contenders announced in the runoff poll for April were: Maggie Hummel Thanks to everyone who took the time to vote again. This time the results clearly showed the vote goes to Hummel. ... Read More

Want More Cat News?

Friday December 1, 2006
Stay up-to-date on all things cats by signing up for one or more of my cats newsletters. Several thousand readers already enjoy the weekly Cats Newsletter, and the Cat Pictures ... Read More

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