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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 at minus 24 degrees below zero. 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.

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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Camouflage Animals

Madagascar Day Gecko
The green Madagascar Day Gecko lives in the dry regions of forests in Madagascar and neighboring islands. They usually grow to be between four to six inches long. Their tail makes up almost half of their length.

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Argentine Horned Frog Reptiles
The Argentine Horned Frog, also known as the Horned Frog or Pacman Frog, originated in South America. The green and black amphibian, which can grow up to six inches long, is a popular pets and can live for as long as 10 years.

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Walkingstick
The Walkingstick takes its camouflage abilities to the next level by creating the appearance of a stick or twig to hide from predators. While they normally stand still, these insects are able to walk around as though they were a twig caught in the wind. They can be found in tropical forests or woodlands all across the world.

Camouflage Animals

Dwarf Puff Adder
Found in Nambia, the venomous Dwarf Puff Adder hides from the hot desert sun by burying itself in the sand, where only its eyes show.

Camouflage Animals

Stonefish
Often resembling a rock, the brown colored Stonefish camouflages itself perfectly in the ocean. With 13 venomous dorsal spines on its back, the Stonefish can cause tissue damage and respiratory distress, which can lead to cardiovascular shock if left untreated.

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Chameleons
Chameleons, the quintessential color-changers, can transform their skin color when their mood, temperature or the amount of light around them is altered. Their hue, which can vary from yellow and pink to brown and black, is also altered when they communicate.

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Green Anole
Often confused with chameleons, Green Anoles turn brown when they're stressed or sick. Found in the trees and shrubs of the Southeastern United States, these lizards are popular pets.

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The Eastern Wood Frog
The Eastern Wood Frog tricks competitors by changing colors to match its surroundings. Found in North American woodlands, the frog also has a dark black patch from its eye to the base of its front limb that can change colors.

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