We Are the Cat

Elsewhere

2008-02-20T17:56:00.000-08:00

This "blog" is largely out of operation. I post most of my cat-related and dog-related things over at bainbooks.com anymore, but there are still a lot of references to this page floating around, including a great mass of bookmarks I've been handing out at schools recently. So, if you've come here looking for information on me (Terry Bain, that is), you have come to the right place, but you might also want to visit bainbooks.com, or my tumblr page or my twitter page or the We Are the Cat twitter page.

Also? Sea Monkeys.

Change

2007-08-16T10:35:00.000-07:00

Things could change here momentarily. Trust me. Change is good.

waiting to be seated » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-30T05:31:00.000-08:00

Mr Moor · « Twice dayly our cats gather in the kitchen for their breakfast and dinner. I never have to call anyone, they are there! Impatiently walking around while I fill their bowls.

I have to wait and watch everyone while they eat, Foppe is always done first and just chases someone else away so he can finish their bowls too.
It takes some organzing but it's my favorite time of the day with our cats:-)
» · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Eat. Eat eat eat eat eat. We are starving down here, okay? Eat? Food? Soon? Eat? Eat. Food. Eat. Eat eat eat. Eat.

Curious » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-19T19:46:00.000-07:00

jlangbridge · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are waiting for the hunted. Are you the hunted? Have you seen the hunted? A water buffalo, perhaps? Or a gazelle?

Grooming Fest!! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-19T19:44:00.000-07:00

shesnuckinfuts · « Inky and Digger were sleeping on the bed and little Ginger crawled up right between them. They started giving her the bath of a lifetime!!! Looks like she was loving it!!! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We would very much like to make sure you no longer smell of the last place you were... which reminds us that we would like to be there, and reminds us that you have been there, so we will remove the smell quickly and efficiently, and you will sit still for it. Thank you.

You lookin' at me? » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-17T00:01:00.000-07:00

dragonflysky · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are sometimes under the impression that the world would be a better place if it were designed this way, will all that is up turned down, and all this is down turned up. But then it seems once we are used to it, the opposite seems true, and we right ourselves, and it has been worth it to revisit this position. For the moment. Until we must perform the ritual again.

Behind the curtain » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-12T13:26:00.000-07:00

mauzlover · « She just loves to look out of the window... » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

The warmth of this place is at odds with current weather conditions, and we are oddly drawn to the awareness of our surroundings and how we cannot approach them, though we can watch them. How odd. So very odd indeed.

he's more of a Ben and Jerry than a Hagen Daz cat » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-10T12:43:00.000-07:00

shiningbeez · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We would very much like to have our head out of this container, but there is just that much more ice cream at the bottom and we will wait until it is finished and no, we are not currently concerned with our pride, thank you, as we are well aware that we are perfectly gorgeous no matter what we wear over our face.

Black in the sun » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-09T10:18:00.000-07:00

fofurasfelinas · « A very charming one eyed girl enjoying life... » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We will be here for awhile. Did you need something?

The Catwalk » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-09T09:36:00.000-07:00

PixelHan · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

It should be obvious. You are in our way. We recommend that you move. Or be trampled.

Citi » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-10-09T09:33:00.000-07:00

jahat · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We appreciate our pedastal, so long as you appreciate the fact that we are, in deed, on a pedastal.

Colonel - Annex Cat Rescue - Toronto, Canada » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-28T15:01:00.000-07:00

Annex Cat Rescue _ Toronto (hosted by Surly Bratt) · « You can adopt me at
www.annexcatrescue.on.ca/

We also take donations! Thank you! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

adopt, donate... do something... cat-like

and Peace

China - Annex Cat Rescue - Toronto Canada » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-28T14:58:00.000-07:00

Annex Cat Rescue _ Toronto (hosted by Surly Bratt) · « 7 yr old China was saved along with her litter but alas she didn't get adopted with them. She's been in foster care for a long time learning how to trust people. Still a bit shy she likes to be around her foster folk and has taken to sleeping in the bedroom with them. She would do best in a quiet understanding home with maybe one or two laid back kitties for friends. She's come a long way. Please give her a chance.

You can adopt me at
www.annexcatrescue.on.ca/

We also take donations! Thank you! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

You don't have to go to China to get China. Um, sorry about that. But look at this lovely cat. Go get her.

Chilly - Annex Cat Rescue - Toronto Canada » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-28T14:57:00.000-07:00

Annex Cat Rescue _ Toronto (hosted by Surly Bratt) · « 1 yr old Chilly was rescued in Feb. He's great with people but isn't so cool with other animals. He's also FIV positive so will have to go to a home where he's the only cat.

You can adopt me at
www.annexcatrescue.on.ca/

We also take donations! Thank you! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Get Chilly.

from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-25T21:02:00.000-07:00

LookoutRach · « Sphinx expects me to feed him whenever he wants, but that's not the way it works. He kinda looks like he has a crazy eye in this picture!
(Sphinx is up for adoption through Gainesville Pet Rescue in Florida!) » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

adopt this cat!

Green Eyes » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-24T12:55:00.000-07:00

ronWLS · « Sushi with her green eyes wide open » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

What are we waiting for?

Do we have to spell it out for you?

A gazelle.

Obviously.

Any moment now. And we are ready.

Brigite » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-24T12:29:00.000-07:00

Bia Petri · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

This has got to be some kind of joke, right?

Right?

Maciek » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-24T12:27:00.000-07:00

tiroy · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We will let you know...
whatever it was that was on our minds...
when we return to this world...
after sleep...
a long long nap...
maybe seven or eight minutes long...
so very very long...

it's been a long night » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-22T14:14:00.000-07:00

nicolas valentin · « dreaming of little mice...... » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We would like you to move away. We are deeply concentrating on the depth of the deepest aspects of the universe. Or, if you would rather, please rub our belly.

baby! blue eyes & chris's shoes. » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-21T15:27:00.000-07:00

estacey · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Adoptable Kitten Magellan and Shiloh (I Don't Know Which One This Is) » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-20T12:51:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · « www.petfinder.com/pet.cgi?action=2&pet=6589993

Magellan and Shiloh are the most wonderful kittens you could ever imagine! They were rescued from living under a shed in mid-May at about four weeks old. They have grown into beautiful kittens that are very trusting of people. Magellan (the only boy) enjoys playing rough, and also likes his quiet time with his person. Shiloh is a dainty little lady who enjoys being held and will lie on her back and be held like a baby. These sweethearts deserve the very best after such a rough start in life.

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Ribbit the Kitten, sister of Rabbit » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-20T12:50:00.000-07:00

LookoutRach · « Ribbit does The Frog. She wiggles her little Manx tail-stub back and forth in the cutest way.
(She and her three siblings are adoptable through Gainesville Pet Rescue in Gainesville, FL!) » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Let's Play » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-20T00:04:00.000-07:00

suro · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are not here for your amusement.

We are here for our own amusement.

For amusement.

For... woot! let's go!

There Are Many ipods Like It, But This One Is Mine » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-18T17:18:00.000-07:00

rainspoo · « Sleepy kitty took over the ipod. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are here to protect the iPod.

Do not touch it. You may lose an arm.

Sleep tight.

Macintosh: So great, even your cat wants one. » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-18T12:17:00.000-07:00

rainspoo · « Why do they always insist on putting their paws on your keyboard? » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We will hack into the "Stuff on My Cat" website. We will bring them down. We will cause much higgledy piggledy. All those who laughed? They will be desperately sorry.

I So Very Emphatically Have Nothing to Say

2006-09-16T01:29:00.000-07:00

faureing · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Babuska » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-15T15:34:00.000-07:00

selenis · « Esta é outra gatinha da UZ, também do gatil 2, como o Tico, e que me interrogo como ainda lá está. Foi adoptada, para ser devolvida ao fim de pouco mais de um mês, porque a adoptante chegou à conclusão que limpar o caixote da areia uma vez por semana era trabalho demais...

A BABUSKA foi encontrada na rua desorientada, provavelmente abandonada recentemente. Talvez o gatil lhe tenha salvo a vida, mas a sua passagem ali deveria ser breve, e os dias passam e ninguém parece reparar nesta gatinha.

Está esterilizada, tem os testes FIV e FeLV negativos e é uma gatinha saudável. Com muitos anos para partilhar com alguém que nunca a abandone e lhe dê todos os miminhos que ela merece.

Contactos para adopção:
Gina – 966 188 260 / 934288571
Maria Luísa – 919 258 955

» · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Tansy on my Laptop » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-15T00:09:00.000-07:00

Geoff Penn · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Call us a screensaver one more time and the mouse is history.

josie being josie » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-15T00:06:00.000-07:00

gonemissing · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We can see that you would like to be with us for a very long time. We will allow it. And even allow pets and scratches. And you may sit while we sleep on your lap.

Carry on.

Tico - Para adopção » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-14T16:39:00.000-07:00

selenis · « O Tico é um dos meus gatos preferidos na União Zoófila. Para além de ser uma pantera negra linda e do seu pelo lustroso, tem uns belos olhos calmos, de um azul-esverdeado-acinzentado... Fantásticos!

Para mais, é muito calmo e super meigo! :)
Se o quiser conhecer, basta passar na UZ numa 4ª, Sabado ou Domingo a tarde, procurá-lo no gatil 2... e apaixonar-se! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Adoptable Cat "Buddy" in Spokane, WA » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-14T12:50:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · « search.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=6465254

" I am approx 3-4 years old and was found abandoned in an apartment when my owners were evicted. I am a big, wonderful guy who is so very loving! I will lie on my back and just love to have my tummy rubbed. I also give hugs and in general I just love to have attention. I am playful and it almost seems like I have a sense of humor. I am used to being around other cats although I can be a little intimidating to some. I have limited exposure to dogs and am still wary of them. If interested please call Candice at 509-487-5535 for more information."

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» from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-14T00:18:00.000-07:00

RobynAnderson · « She's our new foster - 2 1/2 weeks old, bottle fed, and so cute that if you don't immediately go into sugar shock upon looking at her, there's just no hope for you. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Indeed. No hope at all.

''macka'' of croatia » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-14T00:16:00.000-07:00

alma.zora · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Though we were not here first, we are the most here now. If you do not understand this, look carefully into our eyes.

:) » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-13T23:20:00.000-07:00

estacey · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

sunkist_022 » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-12T00:05:00.000-07:00

shutupyourface · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Wa re meant to be beautiful. We know it is so.

» from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-12T00:04:00.000-07:00

Milena Leonel · « em questão de "pose",
ela ganha. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We will stretch this way until our spine has turned itself all the way round to the correct way... then we will stretch the other way, just for good measure.

Kitten! » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-11T21:33:00.000-07:00

estacey · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Tivoli - para adopção / for adoption » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-11T21:31:00.000-07:00

selenis · « Este miudo não teve muita sorte na vida. Foi encontrado em Sintra, e após três dias sem se mexer do mesmo sítio, uma protectora levou-o, e ele foi internado. Esteve quase para morrer, mas lutou pela vida e cá está, pronto para fazer as delícias da família que o adoptar! Este docinho adora ronronar, adora colo, adora dar turrinhas, segue-nos pela casa e quando o chamamos aparece :) É tão especial que eu só espero que ele encontre a família que por aí anda para ele!

É adulto, está castrado e é fiv+, apesar da doença não estar manifesta de momento. Procura uma família especial, que o aceite apesar da idade, apesar do fiv, mas, sobretudo, pela sua imensa doçura.

Está na zona de Lisboa, mas pode levar-se a outros locais
Contacto para adopção: mia.olivenca@netcabo.pt ou 917 248 263 » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

The green-eyed goddess » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-11T16:17:00.000-07:00

tibbygirl · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are waiting, of course, to snag a passing gazelle. We have seen them pass by here before. We will wait until we see another.

Dredel at 7 weeks » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-09T12:42:00.000-07:00

adptus · « My playful foster kitten should be ready for adoption in about three weeks. He will be at Animal Rescue and Adoption Society arascolorado.tripod.com » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Scram » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-08T12:30:00.000-07:00

erakkotahti · « Catfight at sight. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Do. Not. Come. Closer.
You have been warned.

yeah... cause THAT looks comfortable. » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-09-08T12:25:00.000-07:00

erica.r · « no wonder i never get anything done. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We dare you to touch this quite warm and comfortable spot that surrounds us with the most provocative glow...

Adoptable Cat "Luther" » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-09-01T12:30:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · « search.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=6551571

"Luther is brother to Leah he is outgoing and a real "play boy". He and Leah were found without their Mom at about 4 weeks & learned to love in the foster home."

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Angel Moxie » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-31T18:38:00.000-07:00

adptus · « A young calico best suited for a house with no children. Use caution, she tends to nip and scratch without warning. Loves to be held and to play!
She can be found at Animal Rescue and Adoption Society in Denver, Colorado
arascolorado.tripod.com » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Adoptable Cat "Misty" » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-30T13:32:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · « www.petfinder.com/pet.cgi?action=2&pet=6658006

"I am approx 1 year old and was found in a box with my tiny kittens near the freeway in Greenacres. I am a quiet young lady with a quiet voice who had a rough start in life. However, I can be very expressive when I need to communicate, especially when it is mealtime! I can be very playful and then the next minute very laid back. I am looking for that forever home where I can be appreciated for who I am. If interested please call our adoption center at 509 893-9829 or Carol at 509 456-3784." » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

That Cat Won't Flush

2006-08-30T13:20:00.000-07:00

Or will he?

That Cat Won't Flush
Wallace O. Chariton

^{links §}amazon ^§alibris ^§booksense ^§google ^§powells

Meet Gizmo, the toilet-flushing-obsessed cat.

What if your cat wouldn't stop flushing the toilet?

Exhibit A for your learning pleasure.

My favorite part is about half-way through when the woman says "I think we have a problem."

However, if this cat lived in a house with kids and/or teenagers, it might actually save them getting yelled at three or four times a day... "how many times do I have to tell you to flush the damn toilet!"

Etc.

And blessings. And thanks.

Day Two » We Are the Cat: Life Through the Eyes of the Royal Feline

2006-08-30T11:33:00.000-07:00

It's day two of the cat book. So I'll put out a post here on the cat site. Because why wouldn't I?

We Are the Cat: Life Through the Eyes of the Royal Feline
Terry Bain

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Blessings.

Technorati Tags: book, cat, catbook, mybook, feline, royalfeline, terrybain, wearethecat

Cats in the Hood

2006-08-30T11:30:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · « Feral cats from around the way.

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One more picture of two more cats.

If you don't know what "feral" means, I suggest you look it up, because you never know when you're going to need such a fancy word: feral.

Hoodie

2006-08-30T11:29:00.000-07:00

Another of the ferals.

Hood Cat

2006-08-30T11:27:00.000-07:00

Some neighborhood "feral" cats, though not particularly friendly, were quite fearless (of me, at least). Perhaps I had the "I'm not out to hurt you" look about me. At least I hope I did.

Cats Eating Grass

2006-08-29T17:06:00.000-07:00

Looking for a cat that doesn't eat the grass?

Well, you could get one from Plow and Hearth.

Garden Cats - Garden Accent from Plow & Hearth

Or you could keep your cat inside.

Or you could simply not worry about it. I mean, how much could your cat possibly eat?

Of course, the chances of them urping it up at the bottom of the stairs are very high, but it may simply not matter to you.

It doesn't matter to me. But I'm curious, what do you say to your kitty when she/he eats grass? Come on, I know you talk to your cats.

I say, "what on earth are you eating that for?" She usually doesn't even look in my direction.

This is very often her response. For many many things.

Sigh.

Snowdrop 7-ish yrs » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-29T10:22:00.000-07:00

adptus · « She's a little shy and has beautiful blue eyes. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Smidgen » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-26T16:32:00.000-07:00

adptus · « Smidgen is a short hair black and white 1-1 1/2 year old neutered male who transferred to ARAS from another shelter where a kind vet decided to treat his terribly burned feet and legs instead of putting him to sleep immediately. His fur has grown back over the burned areas, and save for a couple of deformed claws, he's back to normal. He loves to be petted and held, and spends most of his time sleeping in one of the condos. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Hola Gato

2006-08-23T16:46:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · « I see you in there.

Easier to see, by the way, like this: 'Hola Gato' On Black

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See her?

Romea » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-21T21:11:00.000-07:00

Ciccio Pizzettaro · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Love. Sleep. Sleep. Us. Cat. Love. Sleep. Stretch.

Rafa - Para adopção » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-18T12:14:00.000-07:00

selenis · « O Rafa é um velhote que vivia na rua, alimentado por alguém que se compadecia da sua sina. Foi recolhido e submetido a observação médica.

Foi diagnosticado com FIV. Para já, o vírus parece estar inactivo. Este velhote tem menos um dente, tem uma orelha rasgada e a língua sempre de fora. Mas também sabe ainda brincar, trepar, comer sozinho, limpar-se sem ajuda e fazer as necessidades no sítio certo.

No fundo, o Rafa precisa de uma casa onde seja bem recebido, de braços abertos, em que não haja outros amigos de quatro patas de quem tenha medo, onde o deixem gozar a tranquilidade e a serenidade de um lar nos últimos anos da sua vida.

Porque oferecer um canto ao Rafa?
Porque não devem ser nem a idade, nem a cor, nem a doença factores que o impeçam.
Porque ser FIV+ não o impede de ser feliz ainda, nem impede outros de serem felizes, se as condições adequadas forem providenciadas.
Porque apesar da sua fragilidade, o Rafa consegue retribuir a confiança com um ronronar, uma marradinha, um «amassar» que nos emocionam.

Porque tem direito a viver até que a sua dor e o seu sofrimento o vençam.

A curto prazo, o Rafa precisa urgentemente de alguém que possa recebê-lo naquelas condições, ainda que temporariamente, pois onde está não pode ficar mais tempo.

Se quer ajudar o Rafa e dar-lhe aquilo de que ele precisa, contacte:
917908826
leolab@netvisao.pt
O Rafa está em Coimbra, mas pode arranjar-se boleia para outros sítios. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

flickr tags: cat, gato, felino, feline, animal, pet, adopção, adoption, Coimbra, Portugal

O Charlie what have u done?!! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-18T12:00:00.000-07:00

VanesKa tHOmz · « While I'm busy planning for my new home, Charlie's decided to do some Home Improvement of his own.

Apparently, his favorite place underneath the sofa doesn't do it for him anymore. Now he's torn up the bottom fabric to make himself a shabby little hammock Inside the sofa.

Dun even get me started on the cat hair .... the felt fabric has officially become fur :-| » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are going nowhere. This place is ours forever.

Ha!

Lua and Ling » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-18T11:58:00.001-07:00

_Xti_ · « Lua and Ling like to sleep in the same box... » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are not stuck this way.

We are not.

We can get out at any time.

Any time we like.

But we like it this way.

Yes. We do.

Lua and Ling » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-18T11:58:00.000-07:00

_Xti_ · « Lua and Ling like to sleep in the same box... » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are not stuck this way.

We are not.

We can get out at any time.

Any time we like.

But we like it this way.

Yes. We do.

Catbox » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-17T23:27:00.000-07:00

SuziJane · « This box was on the floor maybe 30 seconds before Data claimed it. She was 6 months old here.

[I just found some old folders of photos I'd pulled off the Fuji last October and forgotten about!] » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

A perfect. Now. Where is the comforter and the pillow full of catnip?

Tivoli - Adopção Urgente » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-17T00:43:00.000-07:00

selenis · « Olá!!!!

O meu nome é Tivoli (sim, sou um gato 5 estrelas, mas não é por isso que me chamam assim) “apareci” junto deste hotel em Sintra, mas como a minha linguagem é diferente da dos humanos, não consigo dizer qual foi o meu passado, mas possivelmente foi feliz…

Sim, possivelmente…

Possivelmente pertencia a alguém idoso que “partiu” e a família achou que eu não era um “bem de valor”.
Possivelmente fui abandonado porque estava doente, muito doente.
Possivelmente fugi e perdi-me, depois adoeci e não consegui voltar.

Possivelmente teria morrido se alguém muito bondoso não tivesse reparado em mim.
Possivelmente tu que estás a ler esta mensagem és aquele de quem estou á espera.

Turras, ronrons, patinhas e fidelidade total
Tivoli de Cintra”

(O Tivoli foi resgatado no dia 30 de Junho de 2006 e estava a horas de partir para “aquele lugar de onde não se volta”, foi um trabalho de equipa que envolveu muitas pessoas que acreditaram que era possível salvá-lo.
Houve uma de nós que o viu e passadas 72 horas reparou que ele continuava exactamente no mesmo sitio ao sol em pleno calor e deu o alerta e mais duas de nós foram resgatá-lo, o seu estado era de tal maneira grave que os parasitas já estavam todos em cima dele á espera da sua morte… não tinha força para miar e cambaleava ao andar. Foi para o veterinário onde lutou pela vida sabendo que valia a pena porque tinha um enorme grupo a torcer por ele… Ficou internado numa clínica onde arranjou amigos e amigas entre pessoas e animais porque ele é um doce.

È FIV mas está controlado e já fez destartarização aos dentes, está esterilizado, desparasitado interna e externamente e prontíssimo para a sua nova vida… Neste momento está só á espera de uma família e…

UMA FAMÍLIA 5 ESTRELAS QUE ADOPTE O TIVOLI)

E a ÚNICA COISA QUE QUEREMOS EM TROCA É QUE O AMEM.
» · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

shhh.......gary » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-16T23:58:00.000-07:00

michael zuniga · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Do not come one step closer. We were here first. And we are not moving. An inch.

No.

chew toy » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-16T13:39:00.000-07:00

Haiku Garry · « now you can see why i had to duct tape my laundry basket handle. i don't know what it is about this thing but he LOVES to chomp on it = ) » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We wonder why the flavor has changed, but it has. Nevertheless, we will chew it. Because it is ours.

Scuddles » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-11T09:11:00.000-07:00

adptus · « Scuddles is a young adult siamese mix spayed female. She's a little shy and avoids contact with the other cats.
www.arascolorado.tripod.com » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

It's Frankie's Turn! 4 » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-10T22:40:00.000-07:00

Feral Indeed! · « There's a suspicious black paw under the basket now!
» · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We remember something about this mysterious basket. What it is, we are not sure... except.. aha! It's alive!

trapped » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-10T12:31:00.000-07:00

lunamia · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Trapped? No. Why, we'll be out of this in... well... we could just, if... well... okay, why does this stick keep following us? If it weren't for this stick... and this thread... and you and your silly camera, well... just a moment and... okay, a little help?

white » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-10T12:29:00.000-07:00

bebeting · « i hope everyone has a ribbon to love. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

You may notice that we are protecting this ribbon, and should you come closer than the distance you are already to us, we will have to shred you to... well... to ribbons.

Her Eyes Will Kill You

2006-08-10T12:27:00.001-07:00

Terry Bain · « If she were my cat, her name would not be "Fluffy."

Terry » bainbooks » connect
» cat book | cat-a-log » dog book | dog-a-log » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are unaware of giving you permission to come onto our lawn, or near our house. We do not permint papparazzi near this neighborhood. However, if you would like to pet us, we are willing to lie still for approximately 1.5 seconds. Will that do? --Fluffy

Her Eyes Will Kill You

2006-08-10T12:27:00.000-07:00

Kaylan » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-10T12:21:00.000-07:00

adptus · « Kaylan is an adult short haired Bengal or Siamese mix spayed female with FeLV. She enjoys lazy days lounging in boxes with occasional windsprints between naps, bopping people and cats on top of the head as they walk under her perch, and ear rubs. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Kaylan » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-10T12:19:00.000-07:00

Powder » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-10T12:18:00.000-07:00

adptus · « Powder is a very round 15 year old short haired white spayed female with odd eyes. She's a bit shy and prefers to stay next to the washer and dryer away from all the coming and going. She loves to be petted and groomed gently, and perks up when she sees someone she knows. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Local Cat

2006-08-10T12:17:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · «

Terry » bainbooks » connect
» cat book | cat-a-log » dog book | dog-a-log » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are not fooled by your friendly appearance. We know at first blush many of your kind seem friendly and willing to help. But then you wish to bring us inside. To do your bidding. To sit on your lap.

It will not happen.

It will not.

JackRelaxing81 » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-08T01:56:00.000-07:00

PhotoSchmuck · « Here's Jack. Kickin' back ;o)
BTW: He's also up for adoption... » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

07 Aug 06 Thompson (cat)loafing it!!!! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-07T13:17:00.000-07:00

Darren Reynolds · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Shh. Don't bother us. We're hatching an egg.

mother. » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-07T13:03:00.000-07:00

ohchicken · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We see you there. Out there. Over there. There. We.

Topanga in tree » from the You Are a Dog photo pool

2006-08-05T09:48:00.000-07:00

adptus · « Topanga is about 1 1/2 years old. Although sweet natured, she does not like to be close to other cats or to be held. She would be a great cat to have if you want one for decoration- a dark brown classic tabby pattern. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We Are the Cat » Pre-release Copies I

2006-08-04T18:35:00.000-07:00

Terry Bain · « The actual book arrived today, so it would be highly unlikely that you could do anything to ruin my mood, even if I woke up quite cranky this morning. Which I did.

Terry Bain » Bain Books Blog » Amazon Connect author blog
We Are the Cat » book (Harmony/Random House, Aug. 29, 2006) | blog
You Are a Dog » book | blog

» · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Here's the new book. Release date is August 29. But I had one overnighted to me to arrive today. And that's just plain ducky, I say.

A smart cat napping on my photo chair » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-04T15:52:00.000-07:00

RosePhotosEtc · « He found this warm spot, quickly took over the chair I was going to use for photography.
So, here's the photo of the day :)
Happy Furry Friday!! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are masters of sleep. We are masters of sun. When we wake, we are expecting an open can of tuna. Is this too much to ask for masters of sleep and sun? We think it is not.

Furzilla! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-04T15:46:00.000-07:00

babykailan · « Terrorizing your neighbours soon! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!

Lost and hungry » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-04T15:45:00.000-07:00

miss pupik · « He looks terrible, but the neighbours told me that they give him food all the time, so i guess he will be fine. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

I am worried about this little guy. I hope he's healthy.

Chat de table - Table cat » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-04T15:44:00.000-07:00

Larazoni · « Nacelle

Happy Furry Friday ! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

It is easy for you to make fun, but we are of the opinion that without proper rest, both humans and cats are utterly crazy. So we will rest.

MY mouse ! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-04T15:42:00.000-07:00

Haiku Garry · « just try and grab it, i DARE you. » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We will protect this mouse... even if it is one of the non-moving sorts of mice... it is ours and you shall not have it.

Wish me Good Luck! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-02T16:17:00.000-07:00

fofurasfelinas · « There is a lady in my city who is interested in me...
She already have one cat!
Please wish me good luck!

Thank you
Baby Balckinha » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Good luck indeed.

Posts

2006-08-02T00:35:00.000-07:00

My posts are getting through properly.

Sigh. I don't know why this always happens. Except to say that blogger is buggy. And buggy is blogger.

Sigh again. And meow.

Dredel 3 weeks and counting » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-01T16:06:00.000-07:00

adptus · « A very cute chubby black and white short-haired boy! » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

The kitten and the mouse (pad) » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-08-01T16:05:00.000-07:00

lostincayman · « This is 'July' - cuz I found them on the month of July. She is 'blacky's' sister. My laptop was on the carpet and she jump right on to it and stayed on for a whole 2 mins.

I think she wanted my attention cuz she was hungry.

Starting tomorrow, 'July' can be found at the Cayman Islands Humane Society Shelter » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

I am going to get you! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-08-01T13:13:00.000-07:00

srgurr · « This is Smith. He was wanting attention so he decided to lay in front of my computer screen and had a big stretch.

For his troubles he got another round of photos - much to his disgust.

I was attempting my first real macro photography but could not focus closer than this without a new lens :( » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are not here for the pleasure of your taking photographs of us... but so long as we have actually interrupted any other work you may be trying to accomplish, we have done what we set out to do regardless.

Hemingway Cats V. USDA

2006-07-31T16:53:00.000-07:00

Thanks to GS for noting:

Farewell To Arms
Ernest Hemingway

Links: amazon | alibris | booksense

dogma: Hemingway cats hassled by feds: Maybe it's just me, but I would rather the U.S. Department of Agriculture do something about the high-volume, high-cruelty commercial breeding operations known as "puppy mills" than be getting their undies in a bunch over the famous extra-toed cats at the Hemingway House in Key West, Fla.

Me too, for the record.

Ridiculous.

Has anybody started a letter-writing campaign to the USDA on this one yet?

Can I say ridiculous again?

Technorati Tags: cats, hemingway, keywest, usda

Rhiannon » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-07-28T23:38:00.000-07:00

cpl-wellington · « Isn't she a darling! Rhiannon is one of the cats at Cats Protection League, Wellington, NZ.

Find out more about her, and how to adopt her at www.cpl-wellington.org.nz/ResidentDetail.aspx?id=287 » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

street, cat

2006-07-28T14:44:00.000-07:00

weef kichards · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We have chosen this place to be where we are, so we are here, now, in this place. As should be obvious. But a cat never knows about others without senses. So a cat makes sure.

Precious » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-07-26T11:01:00.000-07:00

bigfacemom1 · « Sticking her tongue out at you » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

Whatever we just ate? It was not particularly edible.

Alas.

Mr. Gray on Gray

2006-07-26T10:50:00.000-07:00

I've been mucking around with the flckr blog template a bit today, so hopefully i won't lose you in the process.

Are you still there?

Eyes of Pie » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-07-26T10:47:00.000-07:00

susurrus_sparks · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We would just love it if you would stop flashing that thing in our face. Oh. But look at those photos. Is that us?

We are lovely, aren't we?

sunkist_007 » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-07-26T10:40:00.000-07:00

shutupyourface · « » · cat, cats, flickr, flickrgroup, wearethecat, wearethecatpeople

We are... we are... oh... we are... oh so very... so... tired...

my little sleepy head ... Kissie ... » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-07-26T09:38:00.000-07:00

my little sleepy head ... Kissie ...
Caress. « »

We will get up when we are ready to get up, and not a moment sooner.

Welcome neighbour! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-07-26T09:35:00.000-07:00

Welcome neighbour!
bigbird3. « This is Tinkerbell (seriously!!) she has just moved in on the other side of us. So we now have Teddy, Rolly and Kit-Kat to our left and Tinkerbell to our right. She is only 7months old and as she is new to the neighbourhood she is not allowed out yet. Phill was looking out of our bedroom window and saw her sitting on the ledge. Isn't she cute? »

We are just wondering if perhaps we jumped out and caught that bird if maybe we could fly back inside before hitting the pavement.

You know. Just wondering.

Now she likes frogs better than cats. Bummer! » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-07-19T14:55:00.000-07:00

Now she likes frogs better than cats. Bummer!
rogeraj1. « Cookie jilted for a frog. See large »

Would you hurry up and take the picture already before we fall asleep like this?

Pie Gets Her Ears Cleaned Out » from the We Are the Cat photo pool

2006-07-18T12:27:00.000-07:00

Pie Gets Her Ears Cleaned Out
susurrus_sparks. « She's Not Pleased. »

We will not be allowing you to come near us in the forseeable future, thank you very much.

Oki, super cool pose » from the Adoptable Pets photo pool

2006-07-15T14:57:00.000-07:00

Oki, super cool pose
Gini~. « Oki is available for adoption in Northern Virginia, USA, through HART.

Oki is pronounced "Oakey". Oki is a big sweet love of a thing. Oki was not as shy to have his picture taken as his brother Oscar was. Oki and Oscar are in foster care together. I would take this pair in a heartbeat if I was in the market for a cat. »