Sweet little Roku is the newest member of our diabetic crew, and she’s already stealing hearts.
Her diabetes is managed with an oral liquid medication once a day and a strict canned diet of Fancy Feast canned chicken patè.
Roku is curious, playful, and loves exploring her surroundings. But after every adventure, she eventually finds her way back to her favorite place…your lap.
Unlike some of our other diabetic kitties, Roku is comfortable with the idea of having feline roommates and could live with other cats with slow, proper introductions.
She’s a sweet girl who is ready to find someone who will look past her medical needs and see the loving, wonderful companion she truly is.
A CAT-PROOFED HOME IS A CAT-SAFE HOMEA cat-proofed home is a cat-safe home whether your new pet is a newborn kitten or a fully- grown cat. Before that first front paw crosses your threshold for the first time, your home must be a health zone, not a hazard zone. Be especially attentive to the sensibilities of former “outside” cats, who may never have walked on wooden floors, carpets or tiles, or been exposed to so many unfamiliar sights before. Begin the process of cat-proofing by walking through your home, room by room, searching for things a kitten or cat might climb, knock over or pull down, and either secure, remove or store them. Keep all trashcans behind closed and latched doors and wastebaskets (covered if possible) out of sight. Ensure that all heating/air vents have covers. Snap specially designed plastic caps over electrical outlets. Tie electrical cords together and tuck them out of reach.Install childproof latches to keep inquisitive paws from prying open cabinet doors in kitchens and bathrooms, and ALWAYS keep toilet lids down. In bedrooms, keep all medications, lotions and cosmetics off accessible surfaces such as bedside tables. Store collections – from buttons and coins to marbles and potpourri – on high shelves, and keep breakables on low surfaces to a minimum.Most chemicals are hazardous to kittens and cats and should be replaced if possible with non-toxic products. A partial list includes: antifreeze, bleach, drain cleaner, household cleaners and detergents, glue, nail polish and polish remover, paint, varnish and sealants, pesticides and rat poison.Many indoor plants, however pretty, can prove poisonous to kittens and cats that are, by nature, explorers, climbers and lickers. A partial list of these plants includes: amaryllis, azaleas and rhododendrons, chrysanthemum, cyclamen, kalanchoe, lilies, oleander, peace lily, pothos, Sago palm, tulip and narcissus bulbs, and yew.Seemingly harmless “people” food can often be lethal for kittens and cats. These include alcoholic beverages, bones from fish or poultry, canned “people” tuna, chocolate, grapes and raisins, liver (in large amounts), macadamia nuts, milk, mushrooms, onions and garlic, potato, rhubarb and tomato leaves and stems, raw eggs and fish, and yeast dough.Although prevention is the key to your new pet’s wellbeing, accidents can and do happen. The truly protective pet parents are prepared pet parents and know to keep a list of vital numbers handy:Veterinarian24-hour veterinary emergency clinicASPCA Poison Control: 888-426-4435Pet Poison Help Line: 800-213-6680Hopefully, these are numbers you’ll never use. And as long as you remain vigilant, both you and your new, best furry friend can rest, assured. 🐾🐈⬛🐾🐈⬛🐾🐈⬛🐾Articles are written by Nomi Berger, an established author and journalist, living in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, who graciously volunteers her time and talent to help further our rescue efforts.#catsoftiktok#moorheadmn#fostercats#catsofinstagram#donatenow#donate#Fargo#fosteringsaveslives...
"What do you mean it's Monday?? What about the weekend? I'm tired." - Vaughn, probably.He also told me to remind you to come see him and his friends at Open House! Tuesdays 3-6PM and Saturdays 12-4PM at Cats Cradle, 9 Ninth St S, Fargo ND 58103#catscradle#fargo#adoptdontshop...
Cats and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)As the days grow darker and shorter, and the thermometer plummets, so does the mood of millions of people living in the Northern Hemisphere. But humans are not the only ones affected by what scientists refer to as Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. Our cats – even the happiest, most active and energetic ones -- can suffer the same dramatic downturn in mood.Signs of the kitty cat blues include a drastic change in appetite, excessive fatigue, nighttime restlessness, reduced social interactions, and/or extreme hair loss.According to scientists, the reason for these behavioral changes in both humans and felines appears to stem from the effect that light has on two significant hormones. The first is melatonin, produced in the pineal gland. The second is serotonin, produced in the brain.Melatonin, often referred to as the “hormone of darkness”, plays a vital role in regulating the sleep cycle. The pineal gland is light sensitive, and because melatonin is usually secreted at night, the less light there is – as in the shorter, darker days of winter -- the greater the production of melatonin.Serotonin, often referred to as the “feel good” substance in the brain also affects mood, appetite and sleep – but in an entirely different way. In this case, it’s sunlight that’s needed for the production of serotonin.There are ways, however, to combat the effects of daylight’s diminishing hours on your cat’s mood before the full onset of winter. The simplest solution is one used by many humans with SAD: spending an increased amount of time in natural daylight. If your kitty has a lounge or bed, put it next to a window or underneath a skylight. If you have a cat-proof window, open it and let her perch awhile on the ledge. If she’s comfortable outdoors, allow her some playtime when the sun is brightest.Another remedy is an artificial sunlight lamp. These therapy lights use special bulbs that mimic the natural light of the sun and can be bought at any major general retailer or online. Simply keep it turned on in a place where your kitty spends most of her time when she’s awake in order for her retinas to take in all of the light.Hopefully, following all or some of these suggestions will spare your cherished feline companion an unnecessary case of the kitty cat blues. 🐾🐈⬛🐾🐈⬛🐾🐈⬛🐾Articles are written by Nomi Berger, an established author and journalist, living in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, who graciously volunteers her time and talent to help further our rescue efforts.#catsoftiktok#moorheadmn#fostercats#catsofinstagram#donatenow#donate#Fargo#catsoffacebook#adopt...
Realtor is adoptable at Cats Cradle Shelter right now. 1.5 Years Old | Domestic Short Hair / Mixed (short coat) | AdultRealtor is running, which feels on brand. Pets across Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead, and Horace are on the ballot for mayor, and every candidate picks a shelter animal as their running mate, cats included. Pick Realtor as your running mate and his face goes on your campaign poster with a link straight back to us, right up until he closes on a home of his own.He is a sleek, handsome black cat with a tiny spray of white whiskers on his neck and a great deal of confidence once he gets to know you. Realtor is cautious at first and needs someone willing to give him the freedom to go at his own pace. Once he trusts you, he will slowly tilt his head to invite a gentle neck rub. He would do best as an only cat or with younger cat companions in a calm home.Adopt from a partner shelter between September 18 and October 17 and say at the counter “I am here for the Novel Pet Election” and Novel puts $100 toward the adoption fee. We are a partner shelter.He is here: catscradleshelter.org/available-cats/#action_0=pet&animalID_0=22776736&petIndex_0=-1pets.buildwithnovel.com/#rrvpetelection...
