I love animals and like most people have pets.
A dog named Jake and a new addition to the family…a cat named Kate or Katie. If you’ve read my blog in the past, you probably have seen photos of Jake, so I thought I’d let you meet Katie. She’s very sweet, loves to eat and definitely has put Jake in his place.
She’s the Queen and here she is on her throne…
She has some favorite places to lay around…on a padded bar stool in the great room and on a pillow on my desk. A friend had her for a short time…long enough to realize she wasn’t getting along with her other cat…so I agreed to take her. I wasn’t sure how the dog and cat would get along, but after a shaky start, within the first week they now walk by each other without any clawing or hissing from Katie. Jake is a big sweetie and would never hurt her…but I can see her point of view. When you’re as tiny as her and there’s a big dog wanting to play, I think I’d be a bit worried too!
Jake hates to see me give her attention…Oh, why mommie, why?
You’ve probably heard about the studies that show how our blood pressure drops when we pet dogs or cats. I actually get sleepy when I pet Katie…now Jake is another story. He’s so playful and hyper most of the time…mine probably goes up with him!
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Sherry Lachelle Travels 
You really captured their personalities! Excellent photos!
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Thank you very much!!
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Such a pretty girl.
Miss Kitty departed this life some 29 months ago, and I have not added another kitty to the household. Pets have been in my life for 35 years, yet now empty nesting is OK. I will wait for the magic.
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I know what you mean…there are advantages to not having pets also…more freedom, less hair and more money!
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Jake reminds me so much of a cute doggie I met in France, which makes sense as he is a Brittany Spaniel. Want to have a look? http://whichwaynow101.wordpress.com/2013/06/14/au-revoir-france-and-cute-dog/
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He is darling!
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I fully agree. The purring of a cat can be so soothing, and the trustful look of a dog so rewarding.
Best regards,
Pit
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Have a great weekend Pit!
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Some studies prove that animals are good for one’s health. Just petting an animal can lower blood pressure. I consider my dog both an adopted child and a therapy tool.
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So true!
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I had never wanted a dog but I have one through a series of strange events…and I am ever so grateful that these events happened. Because I adore him and I totally miss him when I am away. I never would have known that I could love a dog this much!
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They are a blessing. If you like to travel and don’t have someone to watch them, they can be an issue.
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Two really gorgeous faces, Sherry. 🙂
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Thanks…I wuv them!
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She’s gorgeous!
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Thanks Joy!
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I’m a dog man and that is a lovely dog. Looks to have a great, friendly and playful personality. MM 🍀
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Thanks…he does!
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Gorgeous photos and yes, pets have an incredibly important role in family life. You might be interested in reading my post that I wrote about my daughter, who has Asperger’s Syndrome, and the huge role having pets plays in her life. If so, the link is: http://sherrimatthewsblog.com/2013/08/27/the-love-of-animals-and-aspergers-syndrome/
Cats sure do have a way of taking over! Lovely to meet Katie and hope Jake isn’t too put out 🙂
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And don’t forget birds! My bird goes biking, hiking, and camping with me!
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Wow…that’s cool!
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I love Jake’s face … what a cutie pie!!! (Katie’s awfully cute, too!)
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Thanks…he is my sweetie!
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She is beautiful. What a sweet addition to your family.
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Thank you!
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Oh how lovely! I love, love, love cats! Dogs are a close second 😉
Did you see my post a couple of days ago about my friend’s cat Leo, the most photogenic feline in the world? If only somebody passed by there with a decent camera, he’d be even more famous than Lagerfeld’s Choupette!
http://ladyofthecakes.wordpress.com/2013/10/01/this-cat-sure-knows-how-to-pose/
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I love Leo!!
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He’s collecting his army groupies 😉
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Don’t go to a doc – get a dog- My mum keeps saying.
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Mother knows best! I always say most people who take anti-depressants or are anxious should just exercise.
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