Where to see
our Product
August 1-3, 2008
TICA
Great Lakes Regional
Crown Plaza Hotel
5700 28th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI
September 26-28, '08
TICA
Buckeye oHIo Rollers
Clarion Hotel
2340 S Reynolds Rd
Toledo, OH
October 18, 2008
South Bend, IN
October 25-26, 2008
CFA
Indiana State Fairgrounds
Indianapolis, IN
November 15-16, 2008
TICA
Woodland Park
Oakwood Grand Ballroom
2100 Willowcreek Road
Portage, IN
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Looking for a good book, or the perfect gift?
We have compiled a list of current book titles dealing with cats and cat health. If you are looking for information, a good reference, or perhaps a special gift, click on the link below and you will be taken to list of pre-sorted books dealing with just your area of interest.
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| Greetings!
I had a friend call early this week and during the conversation suggested we get together soon for an "end of summer" picnic. The phrase "end of summer" struck me as a depressant. I'm not ready to say good-bye to summer - there are too many things on my 'to do' list and most of them are in the fun category. So if you are one of those people trying to rush the seasons excuse me while I slow down. I'm sure I will catch up with you, I'm just hoping its not until November.
In the meantime, this month we are featuring our Spider. This is a cool little tree for kittens and mature cats who may be suffering from arthritis. The same quality construction that goes into the large cat trees also goes into this small offering. So if you have a special need, or perhaps some floor space that needs filling, you might want to take another look at the Spider - it's a good value for the cost.
We are taking a couple pieces of prototype furniture to the Grand Rapids cat show this weekend. We're hoping to get some 'consumer' input and validate our thinking that this will be a popular new line. If things go the way we hope they will we'll announce the new furniture line in the next newsletter, or perhaps earlier on the blog. If we find we have to go back to the drawing board to make some suggested changes we will delay the announcements until we are ready to move into production. Either way - stay tuned - we're betting you are going to like it.
eLayaway is an excellent way to purchase a cat tree when you don't have the resources to pay for one outright; or you don't want to assume more credit card debt. It works the same as layaway in a department store with a small transaction fee. We ship your cat tree right after the final payment is made, and you get your tree and don't have to continue making credit card payments after receiving the product. It's another option, and one that might be right for you.
As always, we are open to suggestions and encourage you to email us with any ideas or comments about our products or the content of this newsletter. Enjoy!
Tom Kartes
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The Spider
Great for kittens and mature cats
 The Spider is the smallest cat tree we make, and we have found that cats love to climb on it, crawl under it, and sleep in it. This unique piece of cat furniture is small enough to fit anywhere and still be the focalpoint of your cats' activity. The unit is reversible, and the center of both sides feature our thermal liner that retains your cats' body heat multiplying its comfort level. The two sets of petals are of different length, which allows you to use it one way for your kitten, and then as the cat grows you can reverse the Spider giving your cat a little additional room. The level of activity under the flower will tell you which way your cat prefers to have it sitting and when it may be time to turn it over. For older cats who may have started having problems with back and joints this is an ideal cat tree. It's not too large to where they have to jump, and it still provides all the features of our larger trees. Cats love to lay in the flower and to crawl between the petals to get under the flower where they can discover a secret space for rest and relaxation. The Spider stands only 16 inches tall and is approximately 27 inches wide. It weights 25 pounds and comes as a single unit fully assembled. Our default colors are Purple and Pink, but for a small custom charge you can order it with any combination of carpet color.
For all the details see: The Spider |
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It's the
Most Wonderful Time of the Year To be considering a new cat tree for Christmas
 It's not too early to be thinking about a new cat tree for Christmas. With the eLayaway program you can order your cat tree today, make convenient monthly payments, and have your tree delivered just before Christmas. A positive thing about eLayaway is that you are only charged a low fixed 1.9% transaction fee. You don't have to worry about the 18 plus percent average credit card interest. Another advantage is that when you receive your cat tree its paid in full. Not like a credit card where you continue making payments well after receipt of the product. The use of eLayaway gives you more buying power than the use of a credit card because the fees are so much lower. So check out your cat tree options today. Select the one your cat would most enjoy and then indicate eLayaway as the form of payment. We track your payment history and build the cat tree so its ready to ship within four business days of when you make the final payment. Couldn't be easier. For more information on eLayaway see: To check out all the great products we offer see: | Is "Organic" Better?
Or is it just more $$$$$
 Some consumers may think the word "organic" means the same thing as "natural". But that's not the case. "Organic" refers to the way a product is grown, harvested and processed. All "organic" products are "natural", but not all "natural" products are "organic".
Organic foods are raised and processed without herbicides, pesticides, artificial fertilizer, irradiation, chemical additives or preservatives. Makes you wonder why organic food cost more when it contains so much less.
Then there is the debate "Is organic better or just more expensive?" We can't answer that question ... mainly because the industry can't make up its mind. Some people say that switching to an organic diet will ensure your cat a longer, healthier life, while others don't agree. It's a decision that you as an individual owner have to make, in concert with your veterinarian, based on what you think is better for your cat. Most important is the realization that your cats' health is dependant upon a balanced diet. That means plenty of protein and essential amino acids.
There is one important area of agreement among the experts and that is in the area of feline allergies and skin problems. Most experts lean toward an organic diet if your cat suffers from allergies and/or skin problems to lessen the severity and many times cure the problem.
Whichever side of the "organic" fence you are on, it's important not to change your cats diet without consulting with your veterinarian.
If interested in organic food here are some resources to keep the debate going:
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Cody's Corner
Miscellaneous Kibble
 - Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) reports that the average cost of a non-routine veterinarian visit in 2007 amounted to $381.00. The costs are highest in California where the average non-routine visit will put you back $500.00. Ever wonder the main reasons that cat owners take their pets to the vet. According to VIP, here they are: Urinary track infection / Gastritis and vomiting / Enteritis or diarrhea / Diabetes mellitus / Skin allergy / colitis or constipation / ear infection / Respiratory infection / and Hyperthyroidism. - Ever wonder which type of cat litter is preferred more by cats? According to a recent CatChannel.com survey 69% of cats prefer a clumping litter, followed by 16% preferring the regular clay litter. What does it really matter as long as the cat does his duty where its suppose to? - Many of the same aging problems experienced by humans also affect cats. Problems such as arthritis, hearing loss, heart problems, poor vision, and diabetes are all becoming more common in the older cat generation. So if you have a mature cat in your household, please be more aware of and alert to any subtle changes in behavior, and if you suspect something is wrong have it checked out by your friendly professional. | |
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