An Almost Toesies Tuesday

We almost had some toesies to share with you all today, but then Tonks's tail decided to sabotage that.

The toe beans are only just barely visible in there. Can you see them? Tonks knows that her face and that tail of hers are also very cute, so she decided this was still a good photo to share with you all. And she hopes seeing her adorable self helps brighten your Tuesday!

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Doodle of the Day

It's almost time to start the festive doodles, but first we have one more random one. Yesterday I shared a doodle starring Evan helping me get stuff done on my non-desk of a couch. The main story I've been trying to write lately is of course weird and wacky, but it also has a kitty inspired by Evan, as in he's a full-on hind limb paralyzed orange tabby. This kitty's human also likes to do art, and her kitty also inspires her work.

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Tip of the Day

Do you know what holiday food we haven't yet mentioned in this Thanksgiving series? Cranberries! This here human loves cranberries, but are they safe for our kitties and pups? In moderation, plain cranberries can be given as a small treat to a dog or cat who enjoys them. That being said, it is best to steer clear of cranberry sauces and juices, as those contain excess amounts of sugar and other potential additives that might not be the best for your furbaby. Also be careful with special cranberry dishes, in case they contain not only excess sugar but potentially also toxic ingredients such as alcohol. As always, when in doubt, simply don't offer it to your furbaby.

Since we're on the topic of fruits, we'll go ahead and run through a couple of other fruity treat options for your kitty or pup. If fed in moderation, berries such as blueberries and strawberries are healthy for cats and dogs, as are bananas. Apples are also generally a healthy treat option, but only if you are careful to refrain from feeding your furbaby the seeds. That being said, keep in mind that when fruits like apples are made into pies, added ingredients such as sugar are not so healthy for your furbaby. Of course, also remember that fruits like grapes and raisins are toxic to cats and dogs, so never feed those. Even cherries can be dangerous, especially if consumed in large quantities, as cyanide poisoning can result due to the contents of the stem, pit, and even leaves. So, to be safe, don't feed your furbaby cherries, cherry pie, and most certainly not chocolate covered cherries this holiday season. Ultimately, if you are not certain that a particular fruit or other food is safe for your furbaby, simply don't feed it as a treat.