San Jose Cats Examiner

Home for the Holidays Adopt-a-Thon

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:35:45 -0700

Nicole Zimmer/SXC This Saturday, November 7th, San Jose Animal Care Center hosts a Home for the Holidays adopt-a-thon. From 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., the public is invited to join the party and meet a potential new fur baby.Adopters this day will receiv...

The myth surrounding black cats

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:39:09 -0700

Copyright Michelle Hecht.As the guardian of three black cats, it disheartens me to know some people see cats of this color as evil, bad luck, or otherworldly. To me, they’re just Joey, Caitlin, and Isabella, three fur babies who want lots of lo...

Keep your cat safe on Halloween

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:49:51 -0700

Reid Parham/SXCWith Halloween comes parties, candy, and scary fun. For your cat, all those things can mean trouble. It’s important to take precautions to protect your kitty.It’s never a good idea to leave candy lying around for a cat to f...

Preparing for the big one

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:10:29 -0700

With the recent 20th anniversary of the Loma Prieta earthquake comes talk of an even bigger temblor in the near future. Preparations should be taken before it strikes. Our cats are valuable members of the family who should be a part of this plan....

San Jose's first ever Adopt-a-Palooza

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 21:35:57 -0700

Sande Hamilton/SXCThe first ever Adopt-a-Palooza happens Saturday, October 10th, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds.Unlike its musical counterpart, this event will not feature The Smashing Pumpkins or Pearl Jam. However, the...

Your cat's very own social networking site

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 02:08:43 -0700

Murat Chatin/SXC. "Mom, I don't look over your shoulder when you check email."Does your cat seem to walk across the keyboard every time you’re checking email or updating your Facebook status? Experts usually say it’s because cat...

Bay Area's Top Pet competion

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:50:13 -0700

Almost every cat lover thinks their little furry baby is the cutest, funniest, prettiest, smartest, wittiest, best poker playing, double dutch jumping, Wheel of Fortune solving animal that ever existed. With many pet contests rivaling human bab...

Blind kitten stolen in San Francisco

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 01:22:55 -0700

Stolen kitten, Jack Daniels.The San Francisco SPCA is looking for a stolen kitten named Jack Daniels. He’s three months old and partially blind, so this is of particular concern to the organization.He was stolen from SF/SPCA's Maddie's Adoption...

Foods you should never give kitty

Sun, 05 Jul 2009 01:42:51 -0700

Ludmilla Rossi/SXCHappy Fourth of July everyone! Holidays are certainly a time for celebration, but they shouldn’t mean a time to be lax when it comes to your cat’s health. You may feel you’re sharing the festivities, but giving you...

Rockin' with the kitties

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 22:52:56 -0700

Stockvault.com. Apparently, this cat just listened to Enya.Being a lazy Sunday, Joey, Caitlin, and Isabella decided to take some records for a spin. Yes, we have talented cats. They were kind enough to share their play list with you. You ma...

A kitten ready for a new home

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 17:08:14 -0700

The kitten enjoying some human touch,Photos copyright Michelle Hecht.I recently became a little sidetracked, which is why you may not have seen any articles lately. The reason? Well, you can say it’s all because of a stork who left a baby on ou...

Protect cats from your car engine

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 02:08:49 -0700

Barbara Din/SXC. Be careful: cats outsidemay find refuge in your car's engine.In New York this week, a 6-week-old stray kitten found refuge in a car’s front wheel well. The car’s owner, Kelly Davis, would hear a very low “peep or wh...

Cat products for the geek in you

Mon, 25 May 2009 20:11:12 -0700

Today is Geek Pride Day. Oh, hold on, my glasses are sliding down again. You’d think the tape would provide more resistance.As I was saying, it’s a special day for geeks everywhere. May 25th commemorates the day the first Star Wars premie...

Kitty love a day keeps the doctor away

Sun, 24 May 2009 19:42:29 -0700

Research shows that those with pets live longer and better than those living alone.Kathryn Cairney/SXC. "Look at me, I'm cute and good for your heart"Yesterday marked the close of National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week. From May 17-...

Cat food recall

Fri, 22 May 2009 00:42:25 -0700

Pet stores are ridding their shelves of Nutro cat food after a recall was announced today.Due to incorrect levels of zinc and potassium, select varieties of Nutro Natural Choice Complete Care Dry Cat Foods and Nutro Max Cat Dry Foods have been volunt...

Crazy cat lady?!?!

Wed, 13 May 2009 21:31:54 -0700

The only thing I see wrong is her clothes don't match.Was there ever a time you just thought to yourself, “Self, I wish I had a cat lady action figure”? No? Me neither. But, while wandering a local bookstore last night, I spotted such a d...

Kitty: 'My mommy is the best ever!'

Wed, 13 May 2009 21:10:49 -0700

Agata Urbaniak/SXC.This last Sunday was a very important day, as you were all probably aware. It only comes once a year, but we should really show our appreciation every day. Yes, it was Chococat’s birthday. You know, Hello Kitty’s black ...

In search of a forever home

Fri, 08 May 2009 23:25:23 -0700

Flip Flop. Photos courtesy Denise Uriarte.As Pet Appreciation Week comes to a close Saturday, it’s a good reminder to be grateful for the animal companions in our life. For those looking to add to their family, I have a story for you.Recently, ...

Difference #1

Tue, 05 May 2009 01:22:03 -0700

Isabella. Photos copyright Michelle Hecht.

Dogs fetch your slippers.

Cats sit on them, because you don't need them anymore, right?

Cat-friendly housecleaning

Sat, 02 May 2009 22:59:06 -0700

Frederico Belloli/SXC. Keep kitty's home toxic-free.April 7th was No Housework Day. Did you miss it like I did? Well, if not, I hope you put away your vacuums, lint rollers, and baking soda for the litter boxes.There’s no exact source for who s...