MICROCHIPS FOR CATS

Microchips are a useful method for permanent identification of pets. A microchip is a tiny computer chip about the size of a grain of rice that is inserted under the skin between the shoulder blades of the cat. The chip contains an identification number for the animal. The microchip system also has a scanner device and an online database which stores personal information about the pet's residence.

If the pet gets lost, the pet can be scanned at a shelter or veterinarian clinic, and the information connected to that identification number registration is revealed, such as name and phone number of the pet's residence. It is important that owners check their microchip manufacturer's database to make sure that their owner information is current. This can be completed on-line through the microchip manufacturer's website.

If your pet gets accidently lost, microchipping ensures a much better chance of your pet being found and returned! It is recommended that all pets be microchipped and that their owner's register their pets!

Also, on your annual visit to your veterinarian, the veterinarian office can test the microchip to determine if it is working and that the information in the database is current. The veterinarian can also provide information on the microchip manufacturer, so that you can update your owner information on the database.

Microchipping - ensuring a safer world for pets!

HAPPY HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM THE CATS!

Some families send holiday cards showing a picture of their entire family, but in our household there is always a cat on the greeting card! Every year a holiday card is created with one of our cute furry bodies next to a Christmas garland, pillow or tree! Hopefully, our cards inspire the recipients to donate to one of the many charities that support non-cruelty and life preservation for many of our animal friends that may not be as lucky as we are to have a good home! Even if you can't have your own pet, there are many ways to support animals in shelters and to donate to the care and improvement of their lives! If you are interested, here are some organizations that are dedicated to improving the lives and treatment of animals:

The American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) - http://www.aspca.org/

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) - http://www.peta.org/

Or any of your local Humane Societies and Animal Shelters!

Holiday Greetings! Best Wishes! Fern and Autumn

AUTUMN'S BED

When I came to live with Lynne, she gave me a new bed! As you know, cats love to sleep and when I am not busy playing and teasing Fern, I love to take naps in my bed! This bed is so comfortable... I can curl up and snuggle inside the bed or rest my head on the edge. I know that after a busy day, I can rest comfortably and store up all my energy for the next play day! All cats deserve a good home and I'm glad I found one with Lynne! Life is good!

AUTUMN

My name is Autumn.

I was adopted in November 2007 from North County Humane Society & SPCA http://www.nchumane.org/. I was dropped off at a PETCO with twelve other orange and white kittens during the Witch Creek fires and we were named the "fire cats!" I was then brought from PETCO to the Humane Society. My shelter name was "Orangesicle." I was just barely six-months old when Lynne adopted me and I came home to live with her and big sister Fern. I came home just in time to celebrate Thanksgiving! Like Fern, I am also white, but I am distinguished by orange and brown on my ears, a spot on my back, and a beautiful orange, brown and black ringed tail. My eyes are almond-shaped and green. When I got to Lynne's house, I knew this would be my home for the rest of my life! I couldn't wait to check out every room, nook and cranny! My first month in my new home was also challenging! I was still a little sick from my experience being displaced, and then I had to get spayed and wear a cone on my head for a week. In addition to all of this, Fern was not terribly enthused at my arrival. Every time she saw me she would give me the "evil" eye and hiss at me. Of course, being the active, friendly, kitty that I am, I would not settle for avoiding Fern, and would take every opportunity to try and play with her! Being as young and active as I am, Fern has really taught me some good skills. Today, we get along much better and sometimes we even play together!

FERN

My name is Fern. I am an eight year old female cat and I was adopted in May 2005 from Rancho Coastal Humane Society http://www.rchumanesociety.org/. I live with my caretaker and companion Lynne and my little sister Autumn. I am all white with short hair. I am very distinguished looking because of the exquisite color of my eyes which are each different colors -- blue and gold. My nose is pink and so are my ears. In the shelter they called me "Pinky" because I had acquired severe sun damage to my ears from being lost outside before I was rescued. Today, when I play in the patio outdoors, I must wear sunscreen to prevent any further sun damage. I am lucky to have been adopted to such a nice home. At home, I have plenty of toys to play with and I am quite agile from my experience living outdoors where I developed good "street smarts" and birding skills. I also now have plenty of food and comfortable sleeping areas indoors. I am smart and quick and love to curl up on my owner's lap. For the first couple of years, life in my new home with Lynne was very peaceful, and then last November 2007 Autumn arrived!