• 🎉 Feline festivities in Colorado

• 🍖 Homemade chicken cat treats

• 💧A simple way to stay hydrated

• 🛋️ Why cats scratch furniture

• 🧺 The best closet cleanout hack

True or False?

You can make friends with a cat by blinking slowly.

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Cat Fest Colorado Springs was the purr-fect blend of feline fun and furry excitement. Hundreds of cat lovers turned up at the Norris Penrose Event Center, and it was nothing short of a cat-tastic extravaganza. From the moment you walked in, you were greeted by a sea of whiskers, fur, and meows—there were cat-themed vendors galore, adoption booths to meet your future feline bestie and even a celebrity cat panel that had everyone in stitches. 

Highlights included the Cat Video Cafe, where attendees watched hilarious cat clips, and the Egyptian Cat Temple, where you could have your fortune read by a tarot reader who promised to tell you if your cat’s next nap would be extra cozy. Not to be outdone, the costume contest featured cats dressed in everything from tiny tuxedos to full-on superhero suits, proving once again that when it comes to style, felines know how to rock the runway. Cat Fest will be packing its bags for Denver in November—so if you missed this one, start planning your next cat-filled adventure.

Tired of your cat giving you the cold shoulder for store-bought treats? Why not show them you’re the ultimate feline chef by dehydrating chicken at home. Grab your apron and get ready to make treats so simple and tasty, even the most judgmental feline will be impressed.

Ingredients and supplies:

• Raw chicken breasts or thighs

• Sharp knife

• Cutting board

• Dehydrator

Instructions:

1. Use a sharp knife to trim away any excess fat from the chicken before cutting it into thin, uniform slices.

2. Arrange the chicken slices on the dehydrator’s tray in a single layer. Leave space between each piece so that the air can flow through.

3. Follow your dehydrator’s instructions for dehydrating meat. It’s generally recommended to dehydrate chicken at 160 degrees Fahrenheit for 6-8 hours. Be careful not to overdry the chicken as it will become brittle.

4. Check the chicken for any soft or moist spots. If found, return the chicken to the dehydrator. It should feel dry and slightly leathery.

5. Once the chicken treats are fully dehydrated, allow it to cool completely before serving to your feline overlord. It can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to several weeks.

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Got a cat who thinks your furniture is their personal scratching post? Well, it turns out your feline isn’t staging a covert mission to ruin your couch, but rather just engaging in a behavior that's as natural as purring. According to Dr. Yasemin Salgirli Demirbas, scratching is not a revenge tactic but a response to environmental stressors like loud noises or rambunctious kids. So, if your cat’s been practicing its claw skills on your favorite armchair, it might just be reacting to life’s little annoyances.

Mikel Delgado, a cat behavior consultant, suggests placing multiple scratching posts in spots where your cat is likely to make use of them—ideally next to the couch that’s getting a bit too much love. And don’t forget to create cozy hideaways for your feline, like a pillow cave or a cat bed, to give them a quiet retreat from the stresses of their royal life. Remember, positive reinforcement is the way to go; no one likes to be yelled at or sprayed with water, especially not your sophisticated kitty. So, keep their claws entertained and their spirits high, and your furniture might just survive their next playful outburst.

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🧐 True or False: True. You can make friends with a cat by blinking slowly, because it’s a sign of trust and affection.

😸 COTD: Give your purr-fect pet the spotlight by submitting them for the cat of the day! This month's theme is cats and their buddies. Send in your best pics of your cat with a friend, a short description, and their name to be featured in an upcoming newsletter.