Monday, August 2, 2021

Mancat Monday Mayhem

Our internet is back up and going. Way later than anticipated, but such is life. So, now we have some things to catch up on. Let's see if we can do this rapid style.

First up, we have our delayed Caturday Art Blog Hop contribution. 


Our Caturday Art is a library doodle that is actually a recreation of an oldie from 2019, and it could also serve as an illustration for the poem we shared last Thursday. Anyway. Here it is.


Now, what's up next? Our day-late contribution to the Sunday Selfies Bog Hop.


Who's our selfie star this week? This calico cutie who definitely needs to work on her technique.


And, of course, on this Mancat Monday we also have for you a dose of Evan.


Whew. That was a chaotic post, but there it is. We're glad our internet is back up and running, because that's what life is in the 21st century.

Happy Monday, friends!



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Tip of the Day

Today we have the last tip in our litter box series. This tip is to consider using some sort of litter mat or tray, in order to keep your home environment free of as much rogue litter as possible. Litter often comes out of the box when our kitties dig and dig in the litter, or on our kitties' paws when they leave the box. This can ultimately result in litter not only outside of the box, but also throughout the house. To combat this, try placing a litter mat or tray under or outside of the litter box. There are such mats and trays available on the market, which are specifically designed to catch stray pieces of litter so that it can't travel throughout the rest of the house. For a cheaper option, though, you can also use a rug to catch litter, or you can even try something such as a boot tray. Another option is to place the litter box within a larger container, such as a giant storage container or a kiddie pool. This would allow for rogue litter to remain in that outer container, rather than spreading throughout the house. No matter which above option you might use, though, make sure to include litter mats, rugs, trays, or containers in your cleaning regimen.

All of the above being said, litter mats and trays may not always be able to trap every piece of litter. So, to further help keep litter at bay and your house clean, do be sure to sweep up stray litter as often as possible. It's not a bad idea to make a habit of sweeping up rogue litter each time you scoop the box.

There are a number of options for helping keep stray litter from spreading throughout the house. You can buy specifically designed litter mats or trays, you can try a similar makeshift option, and you can of course keep a broom at the ready in the litter area. Of course, do make sure that any mats, trays, or other methods you use do not deter your kitty from using the litter box in the first place.

5 comments:

Eastside Cats said...

Rogue litter...hahahaha!

Melissa, Mudpie and Angel Truffles (Mochas, Mysteries and Meows) said...

So glad you're back to normal, and you guys are always worth waiting for :)

pilch92 said...

Cute photos and great drawing. I am constantly sweeping up litter.

Marvelous Marv said...

We LOVE your catchup post!

messymimi said...

Wonderful combo post, hooray for restored internet.