Monthly Archives: June 2014

But Only If We Feel Like It

Posted on June 22, 2014 by nadbugs

Turns out we need to love our cats not just for their beauty, grace, and affection. Cats are also brainier than they’re often given credit for. Their cerebral cortex is comparable to ours. The cortex is the seat of reasoning, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 9 Comments

Over A Quarter-Million Strong

Posted on June 15, 2014 by nadbugs

That’s how many people have signed the Animal Bill of Rights. The veteran animal-law advocates Animal Legal Defense Fund want to collect one million signatures, to present to the United States Congress to lobby for federal legislation to protect animals. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 6 Comments

Domestication: A Good Idea Within Limits

Posted on June 13, 2014 by nadbugs

I came across an interesting idea in David Grimm’s Citizen Canine. I guess Grimm went for cute by titling his book like that [geddit? — Citizen Kane], even though the book’s about dogs and cats and the word is that … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Quality of Life

Posted on June 8, 2014 by nadbugs

I am so happy to report that my dear friend Kim’s cat Stewie is improving. In response to what I first wrote, commenter Mel’s recommendation of Vitamin B-12 shots seems to have made a significant difference. Kim says Stewie’s personality is … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 7 Comments