Hello and happy Thursday! Thimble is of course here and ready for Angel Brian's Thankful Thursday Blog Hop.
Today, Thimble is so very grateful for window whiffies weather.
I'm too paranoid to leave my windows open around my kitties for very long, or to walk away and leave my kitties unattended for even a few seconds. When I was a kid my calico angel Rosie was sleeping in a window, and apparently when she leaned against the screen it popped right out and she fell outside. We luckily lived in a one-story house and noticed pretty quickly, and so Rosie never even left our yard and was soon back inside. Even so, ever since then, I don't trust window screens. The screens at my house seem secure, but I'm still too paranoid. So, Thimble only got to enjoy window whiffies while I sat there for a few minutes. But, even that bit of time made this cute little tabby very happy.
Thimble wishes you all lots of sunshine and window whiffies!
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And now we have the fill-in statements for tomorrow's Friendly Fill-Ins challenge. My amazing co-host Ellen of
15andmeowing came up with the first two, and I came up with the second two.
1. _________ is the luckiest thing that ever happened to me.
2. _________ is the most unusual item in my refrigerator.
3. My _________ is lacking.
4. I have more than enough _________.
We'll see you tomorrow, friends!
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Flashback Doodle of the Day
As I've mentioned over the past few months, I actually have a number of new doodles that I've never shared. I simply need to get them all scanned and uploaded. I still haven't gotten my scanner programmed to my new laptop, though, and it's a real chore to use it in its current state until I do that. So, I've been putting off scanning all of those doodles I've finished over the past few months. I think I actually have some doodles that I finished over a year ago that I still need to share. This is yet another reminder to myself to get those kitty doodles scanned and shared here on our blog.
All that rambling aside, today we have yet another flashback doodle. This is one I often use as my springtime blog banner. Since I didn't get it put up there on top of our blog this year, though, I'll just put it here for today.
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Tip of the Day
Today's summer safety tip is to beware the bugs. A variety of bugs begin to make appearances this time of year. That being said, many of those bugs bring with them their own sorts of danger. For example, some spiders, as we've mentioned before, have bites that are toxic. Bees, wasps, and other similar bugs can sting, and this can prove incredibly dangerous for furbabies with severe allergies to these stings. There are also of course mosquitoes, who can harbor those nasty, dangerous heartworms.
That all being said, keep in mind that many bug sprays can also be toxic to furbabies. Spraying in your yard, or near or inside your home, can be dangerous for this reason. If your furbaby licks or comes into contact with certain pesticides, they could become sick and have serious side effects.
There are ways, though, for you to help keep your furbaby safe from insects. For example, keep any water in your yard fresh and clean, as stagnant water attracts mosquitoes as a place for them to lay eggs. To ward off buzzing bees, try to keep plants that attract them away from areas where your furbaby frequents. When you are somewhere unfamiliar, perhaps steer clear of gardens, not only to keep your furbaby safe from toxic plants, but also from bees that might be hanging around the area. Though not always easy, keeping buggers such as spiders out of your home might be easier if you keep doorways and the like regularly cleaned. Ridding doorways of cobwebs, for example, can lead to less arachnid inhabitants.
It is also worth noting that there are some pet-safe insect repellents on the market. Some products can keep bugs away in a more natural manner, such as by using certain scents to which insects are averse. This being said, though, even some of these more natural products can pose risks for furbabies, such as if they contain dangerous essential oils or other potentially toxic ingredients. For this reason, always read product labels, and discuss any concerns with your veterinarian. What's more, should your furbaby become sick due to an insect bite or sting, or due to ingestion of a pesticide, seek veterinary care immediately.
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