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Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

The Thing About Cats

What is a cat’s lifespan now? Shorter than ours but…

Cats are one of the most popular pets in the world, and a cat’s lifespan varies depending on a number of factors. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at how long cats typically live, what affects their lifespan,…

Cats Quotes – Insightful and Amusing Words from Smart Minds

National Cat Day is October 29th, and looking ahead, that got us thinking about all the ways cats have entwined themselves in peoples’ lives. This collection of cats quotes illustrates the breadth and depth of it. We’ve gathered some of…

Which cats are hypoallergenic? Get the Benefits Without the Sneezing

While there are many different breeds of cats, not all of them are hypoallergenic. In general, hypoallergenic breeds tend to have less fur and produce less of the protein that causes allergies in humans. As a result, they are often…

You can tell a lot about a man by how his cat feels about him

by Millie Procter A lot of people think that you can’t judge a man by his cat. But I beg to differ. I believe that you can learn a lot about a man by the way his cat feels about…

40% Off Cat Note Card Sets While They Last. Buy Now.

Deborah Julian Art Newsletter, October 2022. This month it’s all about sales because we are closing out our stock of economy-based notecard packs. They’ve been popular for a long time, but nothing lasts forever. It’s time for change. A cat…

Pet Health Insurance: Why It Matters and Which One Is Best for Your Dog or Cat

Pets are part of the family, and pet health insurance is a must. Pets nourish us with companionship, unconditional love and support when we need it the most. In return, we supply them with food, shelter and love. When our…

What Are The Most Common Cat Health Problems?

Ailments and injuries happen to all of us – even our feline friends. As a cat owner, it’s important to be aware of the most common cat health problems so you can keep an eye out for them and get…

Can Cats Sense Health Problems? You Might Be Pleasantly Surprised

Have you ever wondered if your cat senses when you’re feeling under the weather? It turns out that they just might have that ability. Studies show that cats detect changes in their human’s health and behavior. Keep reading to learn…

Keeping New Yorkers and Their Pets Together in Tough Times

More and more people are giving up their pets to city-run shelters due to housing insecurity — and in response, the city’s not-for-profit animal care and control agency has hired social workers to help New Yorkers keep their best friends. …

The need for pet estate planning: What if you go first?

Have you thought about pet estate planning or even heard of it? Six million animals enter shelters every year in the U.S. Many are strays, of course, but a full 30% are turned over by their owners. Many are given…