Posts tagged "CatRescue"

Cat Survives for a Month in Warehouse Freezer

by Helena Sung (Subscribe to Helena Sung's posts): Mar 10th 2010 3:00PM Filed Under: Cats, Pets News

Frosty the feline is lucky to be alive after being trapped in an industrial warehouse freezer in England where temperatures hovered about 30 degrees Farenheit. Brrr! "We think he'd been in the warehouse for at least four weeks," a warehouse employee tells the (U.K.) Daily Mail.

The black-and-white cat, thought to be about a year old, was "spotted on several occasions by staff but no-one could catch him," reports the Daily Mail. Frosty, as the warehouse employees named him, could have reasonably escaped through the main doors but the noise of the delivery trucks roaring up to the warehouse probably scared the cat away from the high traffic exit.

Finally, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) put out a humane live-capture trap for Frosty to entice him into the cage with cat treats and water. "It's incredible that Frosty survived for so long in such a harsh environment," RSPCA spokesman Steve Sellars told the Daily Mail. It is believed that the frisky feline survived by eating frozen peas and licking moisture off frozen food packets.

Frosty did not escape his icy adventure unscathed. He suffered frostbite to his ears and tail and had to have them amputated. But other than that, Frosty will be just fine. "He's a lovely cat and he's become very playful," RSCPA employee Rachel Allcock told the Daily Mail. "We're looking forward to his full recovery and getting him to his new home."

One of the warehouse workers has already volunteered to give Frosty a new, warm, place to live.

Boston's 'Subway Cat' Purr-fectly Happy With Surface Life

by Emily Richmond (Subscribe to Emily Richmond's posts): Feb 22nd 2010 4:00PM Filed Under: Cats, Pets News

Karen Ingraham

Remember Kenmore, the cat who used to hang around Boston's Kenmore subway station before he was finally given a home last December?

We do, and we were wondering how the formerly subterranean feline was handling his above-ground existence. So we got in touch with his owner, Karen Ingraham, the trolley operator who had become concerned about his safety in the subway and rescued him.

Ingraham tells Paw Nation that the first day in his new home, Kenmore didn't venture out of the carrier. Her older rescue cat, a friendly orange and white male named Lucky, helped to smooth the way for the newcomer.

"I put the carrier down and told Lucky, 'Come and see the baby,'" Ingraham said. "By the next day they were friends already."

Now, several months later, Kenmore is playful, curious and content, Ingraham tells us. He follows Lucky's lead and greets visitors to her home, instead of hiding under furniture as he did in the early days.

"He likes to look out the window. He and Lucky sleep together and play together, and when I pet him he purrs and purrs," Ingraham said. "I think he's happy to have a home."

Kitten Stuck Under Car Narrowly Avoids Cat-astrophe

by Monica Monzingo (Subscribe to Monica Monzingo's posts): Dec 3rd 2009 5:00PM Filed Under: Cats, Pets News

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One tiny kitten has a lot to be thankful for this holiday season.

According to WJXT in Jacksonville, Fla., the cat was spotted hanging onto an axle underneath a car as the vehicle traveled up to 70 miles per hour down Interstate 95. Eagle-eyed motorist Amy Jones spotted the kitten stuck under the other vehicle and motioned to its driver to stop.

Once they pulled over, another bystander climbed under the car and found the kitten, whose paws were injured from holding on so tightly, but was in otherwise good shape. The cat, now named Axel due to his ordeal, was quickly taken to a nearby veterinarian's office, where he is making a speedy recovery.

Especially during the cold winter months, cats have been known to climb into the small spaces beneath cars, seeking warmth. Axel's story can remind all drivers to be especially careful to ensure no outside animals have taken shelter underneath their cars before pulling out of the driveway.

Cat Earns Soccer Goalie a Penalty

by Michelle Toglia (Subscribe to Michelle Toglia's posts): Nov 25th 2009 3:00PM Filed Under: Cats, Pets News

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Ivan Banovic, a Croatian soccer goalie, took a break from protecting his goal to protect a cat who had wandered onto the field at the beginning of a game, reports NPR. After Banovic quickly carried the curious cat to a safe spot under the scoreboard, a referee called a penalty on the goalkeeper for the violation of leaving the field mid-game.

The referee who made the decision was immediately booed, and BBC Sport reports that the crowd -- including the opposing team's fans -- spent the remainder of the game applauding the penalized goalie for his kindness.

We'd say the kitty is a fan for life!

National Cat Day: Interview with Founder Colleen Paige

by Kristen Seymour (Subscribe to Kristen Seymour's posts): Oct 29th 2009 9:00AM Filed Under: Cats

Paige poses with her cat, MeeMow. Colleen Paige

Love cats? Then boy, do we have a holiday for you -- National Cat Day!

We know you want to celebrate National Cat Day properly, so we went straight to the source to learn more. National Cat Day founder Colleen Paige chatted with Paw Nation about how the holiday came to be, how you can celebrate it, and what she hopes people take away from it.

How did National Cat Day come about?
Really, it was a follow-up to National Dog Day, and I simply wanted to give cats a day to be celebrated. They really do what dogs do in terms of giving us unconditional love and companionship, but don't always get the recognition. And sadly, there are so many more cats out there that need homes than dogs.

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Miniature Dogs

Miniature Poodle
Miniature Poodles, like all Poodles, are excellent swimmers who originated as a water retrievers. All Poodles, Standard, Miniature and Toy are actually one breed, just different sizes. Miniature Poodles, who can be white, black, apricot or gray, are usually 15 inches or under, according to the American Kennel Club.

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Miniature Dachshund
The Miniature Daschund, only 11 pounds or under, is not a separate classification of the Daschund -- it's just a smaller version of the Standard. The miniature dog, with its long bodies and strong sense of smell, are both hunters and lapdogs, according to the American Kennel Club.

Miniature Dogs

Miniature Schnauzer
The Miniature Schnauzer is of German descent and was originally bred to be a small farm dog. The most popular of the three Schnauzer breeds, the Miniature Schnauzer is a attentive, lively and a favorite among celebrities like Mary Tyler Moore and Bill Cosby. The strongly built miniature dog is between 12 to 14 inches, according to the American Kennel Club.

Miniature Dogs

Miniature Bull Terrier
Just like the playful Bull Terrier, the Miniature Bull Terrier, who originated in England, has a similar personality. Don't let its size fool you – the Miniature Bull Terrier is strong, energetic and audacious. Miniature Bull Terriers are between 10 to 15 inches and can be solid white or colored, according to the American Kennel Club.

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Miniature American Eskimo Dog
The American Eskimo Dog is one of three separate categories of the American Eskimo Dog. Between 12 to 15 inches, the bright white dog is loving, protecting and sociable. Now a great companion dog, the miniature dog was once a circus dog, according to the American Kennel Club.

Miniature Dogs

Miniature Pinscher
Also known as the "Min Pin," the Miniature Pinscher is a German Breed whose ancestry includes the Daschund, Italian Greyhound and the shorthaired German Pinscher. The quick, curious dog is the perfect apartment dog. Despite its small size, the compact pooch makes a wonderful watchdog. The spirited miniature dog, about 10 inches to 12 1/2 inches, can be red, black, or chocolate with tan, according to the American Kennel Club.

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