TJIF | Fireworks PSA
Happy Friday, friends! What are you and your furbabies up to this 4th of July? Junipurr is going to exercise her courage muscle, and I’m looking forward to an outdoor picnic + festivities that do not involve explosions. I used to love fireworks, but meeting this beautiful grey fox last year made me realize the impact a few minutes of fireworks has on the local ecosystem. Did you know that fireworks, in addition to terrifying many indoor companion animals, causing wildfires, and harming the environment, also cause countless wildlife injuries — and even deaths? I know it’s a somber topic for a holiday weekend, but for today’s link pack, let’s explore some info every person should know (plus, a hilarious cat linguist & a cat tree inspiration mood board!)
TJIF | Creative Animal Shelters & Adoption Campaigns
Happy Friday, friends! What are you and your furbaby up to this weekend? Junipurr is going to create a glorious mess thanks to a cardboard box full of tissue paper, and I am going to create a ‘lemonade bar’ with home squeezed lemon juice + an assortment of mixers like cardamom sugar cubes, lavender bitters, and fresh rosemary twigs. We livin’ that fast & furious life, I know 😸 For today’s link pack, since bringing home a new furbaby has been on the mind, voilà TEN inspiring, innovative, & delightful animal shelters and adoption campaigns:
Good News Wednesday: The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act
Woohoo! It’s Good News Wednesday! Oh you ain’t heard? Yesterday the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.2773, aka the “Recovering America’s Wildlife Act of 2021.” Sponsored by Michigan Democrat Debbie Dingell, this bill “provides funding for (1) the conservation or restoration of wildlife and plant species of greatest conservation need; (2) the wildlife conservation strategies of states, territories, or the District of Columbia; and (3) wildlife conservation education and recreation projects.” (117th Congress, House Bill 2773)
5 Best Podcasts for Cat Parents | Pt 2
From podcasts with a mission statement of creating a humane environment for all cats to podcasts that give us cat parents an unfiltered peek into the life and mind of our furbabies’ veterinarian team, Part Two of 5 Best Podcasts for Cat Parents unveils more unmissable audio gems!
5 Best Podcasts for Cat Parents
Are you a podcast junkie and cat parenting nerd? Rejoice, friend, because I’m about to tell you the 5 BEST podcasts about pet care and animal rescue! Get ready for a firehose of engaging and enlightening podcasts.
Cats, Bath, & Beyond
Cats are fastidious cleaning machines who have been equipped by nature with both the anatomy (lingual papillae) and the will to be permanently #onfleek. To quote Jackson Galaxy: “Cats make self-grooming their major in college, their occupation, AND their hobby.” If you are in the camp of If Jackson Galaxy said so then [mic drop], you’re in good company! However, if you are a Type A cat parent who feels compelled to consult multiple sources – your vet, clinical literature, shelter and rescue blogs etc. – well, that makes two of us. Let’s dive into Cats, Bath, & Beyond, shall we?
Best of 2020 | Junipurr Studio
What a prism of a year 2020 proved to be! What are the moments or lessons from 2020 you’d like to carry forward? If you are in the mood to waltz down memory lane together, here’s a recap of the best of 2020 on the Junipurr Studio blog. Since I create content that flows from the moment, and life threw all kinds of moments this year, the topics range from the serious (e.g. emergency prep for pets) to the light-hearted (e.g. brilliant cat artists on Instagram). Enjoy!
TJIF | Spirit Animal
Who is Your Spirit Animal? This is one of Junipurr and mine favorite topics to discuss. I'm convinced that elephants are mine. Juni is more fickle. How about you? Which animal do you relate to? Bring on the visual aids and essays to let us know why! P.s. A baby elephant who got caught eating sugarcane & tries to hide behind a narrow pole. #Relatable
TJIF | Cat’s Favorite Person
Tell Junipurr It’s Friday! In our household, Junipurr has a Favorite Parent who is not, alas, her Mama. Does your furbaby have such obvious favorites, too? This Friday Forum: Favorite Person #realtalk. Plus, some fun links from around the web!