Gifts in a New York MInute: Pet Owners

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Tamar

When I first began my affair with cats (or realized I had one), I created four simple single-cat-lady tenents by which I vowed to live.  The very first of which was “No public display of cat-photography.”* Thanks to artist Cindy Jerrell and her quirky pet portraits, that rule didn’t last for long.

If you have pet owner of any kind you still need to shop for -  cat, dog, hamster, duck, mouse, goat, rabbit, gerbil, bird -  a gift certificate for a custom portrait by Cindy at Hot Dog Digital has you covered. Continue reading →

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Gifts in a New York Minute: The Charitable Cat Lover

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Tamar

Now that you have gifts for the wine-lover on your list all sorted, it’s on to the do-gooding cat lovers.

Do you have someone on your holiday list who loves cats but can’t have one because of allergies or building regulations? Maybe a friend who recently lost a kitty companion, or one that’s just plain old cat crazy? We have the perfect last-minute gift for you. A gift from Tabby’s Place! 

Tabby’s Place is an amazing cat free cat sanctuary in New Jersey if you don’t know about them, read my post from last year. They have great gift options you can pick and purchase in a flash. Give the gift of virtual cat adoption (starting at $12/month) – you can even select the kitty – or make a donation in the name of a beloved pet ($25+). You can even purchase and give virtual gift baskets and supplies!

Here’s how it works. Go to Tabby’s Place online gift catalog and select what you’d like to give. Continue reading →

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Gifts in a New York Minute: The Wine Lover

Posted on December 18, 2011 by Tamar

Each day for the coming three days, I’ll feature Christmas gifts you can get and give in a New York minute!  Today we’re featuring the perfect last-minute gift for the wine-lover on your list.

I recently received my second wine shipment from The California Wine Club, after having convinced Jon Boring (son of founders Bruce and Pam) that cat owners spent a lot of time at home with their cats drinking copious amounts of wine. At least I do.

As you can see from the photo above, Kip has a very refined palate and appreciates the intensity of Tulip Hill’s 2009 Cabepulciano on the nose.

Do you have a wine snob (or wine drinker) on your list? Continue reading →

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Felines Need Nice Plates Too (well maybe bowls)

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Tamar

In my early 30s, having navigated many a registry for engagement, wedding shower, wedding and baby shower gifts, I decided enough was enough. For my Birthday that year friends and family received an email with a link to my Crate and Barrel registry* and a note that read “single people need plates too.”

Well, your cats also deserve more than paper plates and mismatched orphan bowls. Plus, they don’t look very pretty should a friend or suitor drop by.

So today I’m sharing a few of my favorite pretty and practical cat bowls and water fountains from ModaPet, Modern Cat Designs and Pioneer Pet.  Plus, IHC readers get a special 30% discount code for the Raindrop Fountain, and a chance to win a ModaPet bowl so read on!

 

 ModaPet describe themselves as an “US based company with Italian influenced design,” the pairing of form and function.  And I have to agree. I love the color options (you’d think they were glass), shape and practicality. Key features: Continue reading →

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10 Reasons Having Multiple Cats Is Good For Your Relationship

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Tamar
Today’s post was written by the beautiful (inside and out), talented, animal-loving high-school-teaching Sarah Menzies of Sydney Australia. Some of you will remember Sarah from the Cat Man Monday post about her boyfriend Dan.  Sarah writes a blog, The Purr Diaries  where she is currently raising funds for a local no-kill rescue the,Cat Protection Society.
 

When I read Tamar’s recent post “The Human Benefits of a Multiple Pet Household,” I got to thinking that it isn’t me that needs convincing to get a third cat (I hate even numbers) but another member of my household. So I compiled my own list titled “Benefits of a Multiple Pet Household for Boyfriends!’ (And by multiple I mean more than 2!)

While the list below is directed at a certain someone I live with, I’m sharing it with you in the hopes boyfriends – and husbands – everywhere will come to understand the necessity of an additional cat for the well being of their relationship.

Sarah & Dan's lucky kitties Ollie (back) and Bosco (front)

 

Ten Ways Your Boyfriend (or Husband) Will Benefit From a Third Cat Continue reading →

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Feline State of Mind

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Tamar

Asked to describe a cat’s personality recently, I rattled off a list of attributes not thinking much of it. Upon reflection however, I realized I’d described the average New Yorker.

Curious to see how far the similarities went, I compiled a list the likes of which you’ve never seen before (and affirmed why I live in NYC – with cats).

20 Traits Shared By Felines and New Yorkers

Cats Over New York (origin unknown)

 

1. Opinionated.

2. Land on their feet. Usually.

3. Guarded, but once trust is earned will bare their soul – or belly.

4. Obsessed with shoes. Continue reading →

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Chateau du Chat

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Tamar

Now that we’ve got your 4-legged friends covered with our Tipsy Nip giveaway (you have until 12/12 to enter!), it’s time for the 2-leggeds.

According to recent research findings cat owners were found to be less social, more introverted and more neurotic than their dog-loving counterparts. And since our pets tend to be indoor animals considered less social as well, it can only mean we spend nights in our rented apartments (more research findings) talking to our cats and drinking copious amounts of wine to ease our neurosis, right? Particularly during the holidays.

Kip attempting to come between me and my wine!

 

The folks at The California Wine Club must agree with this hypothesis as they asked me to test-drive their Premier Club wine-by-the-month gift membership (read on to enter for a free month of wine and a discount code so you can share the gift of wine this holiday season!). Continue reading →

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CATvertising with a Cause

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Tamar

Despite working in advertising, I’ve only written about commercials twice in my 2+ years of blogging. Once, about my obsession crush on the actor who played the Russian Oligarch in the DIRECTV spot I worked on, and another about a risqué feminine hygiene campaign featuring a pussy cat puppet.

It’s time for a third post, and this time it’s for a good cause. The Shelter Pet Project and Pets Add Life (The American Pet Products Association’s 501c) recently launched campaigns encouraging people to add a pet to their household.

While each campaign has a distinct objective, both leverage humor and the animal perspective to communicate their message. A welcome change from the tear-jerking-channel-changing-save-the-children tone of Sarah McLachlan’s campaign for the ASPCA.*

And, I’m happy to report both campaigns gave equal representation to the feline contingent (The PAL campaign went so far as to be reptile inclusive!). But no campaign launch is complete without a scandal right? Continue reading →

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(Cat) Nip and Wine

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Tamar

I thought “Nip and Wine” was a cute post title until it dawned on me what “nip” is short for.  Since the only “nips” on this page are of the feline variety I added “(cat)” to the title to avoid any embarrassing mix-ups!

As the holidays approach you might be wondering what to get the cat lover in your life, or what to put on your holiday wish list.  I’m here to help with just two words.

Catnip and wine.

The only thing better than nip and wine? Nip and wine and KITTENS of course!

 

It’s a combination guaranteed to ingratiate visitors to the residents of my home (2 and 4-legged), and I suspect the home of any cat and wine lover on your holiday gift list.

This week the cats will review Tipsy Nip catnip products and I’ll review wine from California Wine Club. I HAVE CAT readers will receive discount codes and the chance to win free nip and wine! First up, the nip (goes off to refill wine glass). Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving and ThanksLiving to All!

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Tamar

I couldn’t let the day pass without taking the time to proclaim gratitude for all I am blessed with in my life. In addition to good health I’m most thankful for my two and four-legged family members and my amazing circle of friends. Both those I’ve had in my life for years, and those I’ve made recently through the animal-loving community.

I’m heartened to find such a large group of people who, despite our differences – religious, cultural, political etc – are able to unite over our common love of animals. Though we haven’t met in the flesh, we understand each other in ways people in our daily lives may not.

I love this turkey, but not in an "get in my belly" kind of way

 

Together we do small things that make a big impact to a single animal or person be it coordinating animal transportation, raising funds via ChipIns or being there for emotional support through a single Facebook post. Continue reading →

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