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Newsweek
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Owner Can't Cope With Cat's Reaction Seeing Him Feed a Stray: 'Plotting'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The territorial and often dramatic nature of cats is a well-known fact among pet owners. But one owner's recent experience perfectly captured this feline trait in a viral TikTok video, reaching over 138,000 viewers. The clip, which showed the owner feeding a stray cat, while his resident cat glared from behind a glass door, has resonated with many online who urged him to introduce the stray to his household. "I'm feeding this stray cat, and my cat was straight plotting," the creator, @blvksam, captioned the video. The housecat's intense expression resonated with viewers. A screenshot from the creator's TikTok video of his resident cat glaring at the stray cat outside. A screenshot from the creator's TikTok video of his resident cat glaring at the stray cat outside. @blvksam/TikTok "Thats a villain back story," one commenter wrote, while another imagined what the cat might be thinking: "'Oh boy you better go, there is no room for the two of us.'" Another user shared a similar experience with feeding strays, writing: "Yeah, I do the same. None of my spoiled house cats are thrilled. But I feel bad, there are some rough cats just trying to get a meal." The video also drew attention to the stray's appearance, with one person commenting: "A stray Siamese cat?! Please keep it,"—a plea that the owner, in a later update, had already answered. A New Family Member "Update: I now have another cat," the cat owner wrote in a comment. This exciting news came with a dose of reality, as the owner is now navigating the delicate process of introducing the new feline to his original cat. He shared an anecdote about their first close encounter: "I didn't even let them touch...I had the new one in my arms and my cat, Blue, started hissing and she got scared and dug her lil nails into my I'll show them together after I let her get used to her new environment, I don't want to overwhelm her." The owner's cautious approach is in line with expert advice on introducing a stray cat into a home. A blog post from Zoetis Petcare provided crucial guidance on this process, highlighting the importance of safety and careful handling. The post stressed the importance of quarantining the new cat. "If the cat seems to be in good health, you want to get them into a secure room," the post read. "This is not the time to introduce them to your pets or family members." It recommended giving the cat a quiet, separate space with food, water and a litter box to decompress. A two-week quarantine period is advised to ensure the cat is healthy and to give all pets time to adjust to the new situation. The journey of adopting a stray involves several steps, including a vet check for parasites, viruses like feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) and feline leukemia virus (FeLV), and a microchip scan to check for a previous owner. Once the new cat has a clean bill of health and the quarantine period is over, a careful introduction process can begin. The viral video serves as a funny starting point for a very real and often complex journey—already demonstrating the challenges and rewards of rescuing a stray cat, and the importance of a patient approach. Newsweek reached out to @blvksam for comment via TikTok.
Straits Times
03-08-2025
- General
- Straits Times
Shelter Star Of The Month: Maple the domestic shorthair
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox Maple is a two-year-old female tabby cat that is looking for a forever home. SINGAPORE – Maple is a gentle two-year-old domestic shorthair who is friendly and affectionate. Rescued from a park, the female tabby cat gets along with other feline pets. Though Maple can get playful at times, she is independent and happy to entertain herself. She greets people with cheerful meows and enjoys sitting on their laps. Not fussy with food, she will eat whatever she is given and is appreciative of any attention showered on her. Maple is sterilised, microchipped, FIV/FeLV negative, vaccinated, dewormed and deflead, and she is in good health. If you are keen to adopt Maple or her friends, contact Purely Meow, the cat division of animal welfare group Purely Adoptions, at Purely Adoptions is a non-profit community that seeks to rescue, rehabilitate and find loving homes for stray and abandoned cats and dogs in Singapore.
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Miami Herald
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Rejected stray cat returned to same shelter five years after he was adopted
A stray cat in Indiana is proving that while some things just don't work out, it may be all for the best. According to the Humane Society for Hamilton County in Fishers, the 'orange and white lovebug' is a familiar face to the shelter. 'Carrotito first came to us back in 2019 with a severe bite injury that needed treatment and then a diagnosis of FIV*. He recovered beautifully, was adopted quickly, and we thought his happy ending had arrived,' the shelter said in a July 21 Facebook post. Found as a 1-year-old stray in Noblesville, Carrotito was nursing a wound on his right rear leg, but had a 'marvelous personality' and a sweet face that nabbed him a home right away after he was medically cleared, his pet profile said. As fate would have it, the orange tabby returned to the safe haven where he was saved the first time around. 'But in July 2024, Carrotito showed back up as a stray again. His former owner didn't come for him, but that just means his real forever is still out there,' the shelter noted. 'Now 7 years old, Carrotito is living in a loving foster home where he's showing everyone just how sweet, affectionate, and fun he really is. He's officially part of Dr. Roth's Frosted Faces Program, which means his adoption fee is waived, and he'll go home with a Senior Pet Care Package to help him settle in comfortably.' Personality traits include: Gets along with dogsTalks 'when he's happy'No teeth, so has to gum wet foodBird watcherSquirrel watcherLitterbox trainedAffectionateLoves his people 'I am also known for my melodious purr stylings. Which I do pretty much all the time. I am an affectionate fellow obsessed with rubbing against you to show my love,' his pet profile adoringly said in Carrotito's voice. For more information, visit the shelter's website. Fishers is about a 20-mile drive northeast of downtown Indianapolis.
Straits Times
20-07-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Happy, healthy, home-ready: Sanctuary prepares rescued kitties for adoption
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Ms Eva Helina Irman, operations manager of Little Katpaws, keeping the cats at the animal shelter active. SINGAPORE – Ms Eva Helina Irman runs Little Katpaws, a cat shelter on the second floor of a shophouse in Aliwal Street. The cat sanctuary, about 2,000 sq ft, is designed like a home for felines to roam freely. This is to help the rescued cats 'acclimate to human homes should they get adopted', said Ms Eva, 28, who is the operations manager. Little Katpaws was started by her 48-year-old mother Katrina Shamsudin in 2016. 'It was a small place located at Ming Arcade in Cuscaden Road. We had only 10 cats then,' Ms Eva told The Straits Times. 'I was 13 when I pestered her into fostering some cats. Eventually, it became her pet project,' Ms Eva said of her mother. 'We moved to a much bigger place in North Bridge Road in 2020 and at one point, we even helped rescue 40 cats from a hoarder. We managed to find homes for 25 of them. A few of those cats are still with us,' she added. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore 1 in 3 vapes here laced with etomidate; MOH working with MHA to list it as illegal drug: Ong Ye Kung Singapore HSA extends hotline hours, launches new platform to report vaping offences Singapore Tampines regional centre set to get more homes, offices and public amenities Multimedia How to make the most out of small homes in Singapore World Diplomats dismissed: Inside the overhaul reshaping Trump's foreign policy Life US tech CEO Andy Byron resigns after viral Coldplay 'kiss cam' video Opinion I thought I was a 'chill' parent. Then came P1 registration Singapore 'God and government are the only things beyond our control,' says Group CEO Her mother used to run a boarding place for cats but called it quits after 'some owners stopped paying for the food and board, or simply became uncontactable when it was time for the cats to go home', according to Ms Eva, who previously worked for charities. 'The boarding provided income for the sanctuary. With that gone, we depend on donations from kind people and that makes up 30 per cent of our expenditure. The rest comes from our own pockets,' she said. Cats are allowed to roam the shelter, but those that are sick are confined in glass rooms. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO The largest portion of the expenses goes to veterinary care and food. On some months, the donations dipped so low that almost 90 per cent of the costs came out of their own pockets. Today, Little Katpaws houses a total of 30 cats. Ms Eva has capped the number at 40 to prevent overcrowding. She has also installed created rooms with glass doors to separate cats infected with feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) or feline leukaemia virus (FeLV) so that the healthy ones are protected. FIV attacks a cat's immune system, leaving it vulnerable to infections. FeLV is a form of leukaemia that causes a variety of diseases as it invades cells in the immune system and blood-forming tissues. Segregating the sick kitties 'does not mean these cats do not get sun and exercise', Ms Eva said. Two of the 30 cats at the sanctuary. Operations manager Eva Helina Irman said many of the residents are ready for adoption. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO They are let out at different times of the day to roam some of the other rooms, which would be thoroughly cleaned after use. 'Cat shelters need to prioritise the well-being of their feline residents. Therefore, they need to provide adequate space, safe and clean environments, and proper healthcare,' she added. Currently, there are no common set of national guidelines to help shelters adopt best practices across the board. Ms Eva relies on what she has learnt online and through experiences to ensure her feline residents are 'happy, healthy and ready to be adopted'. 'Only when the new regulations come out will we see how we can tweak our current practices to ensure we toe the line,' she said.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Lemonade pet insurance review 2025
Lemonade rating: 3 out of 5 stars Lemonade pet insurance stands out for its great prices. If you're looking for a rather bare-bones pet insurance policy at a good price, check out Lemonade's pricing for your pet. Lemonade sells additional coverage as add-ons for extra cost, so you'll pay more if you want a pet insurance policy comparable to many competitors, which include broader coverage in their base plans. Learn more: How does pet insurance work? A complete guide. Pros Excellent prices Very high $100,000 annual coverage limit available Will cover temporary preexisting injuries and conditions Cons Extra cost if you want to add coverage for vet exam fees, dental illness, behavioral conditions, and more No 24/7 vet healthline, which many competitors include Lemonade pet insurance basics Annual maximum limit choices: $5,000, $10,000, $20,000, $50,000, $100,000 Deductible choices: $100, $250, $500, $750 Reimbursement choices: 70%, 80%, 90% Lemonade waiting periods For accident coverage: Begins at 12:01 a.m. the day after you buy a policy For illness coverage: 14 days Special waiting period: 6 months for cruciate ligament issues Lemonade age restrictions for buying a new policy Minimum pet age: 2 months Maximum pet age: Depends on pet breed Lemonade sells an accident and illness policy that offers the basic coverage below. There is no accident-only policy available. Hereditary and congenital conditions Cancer Diagnostics such as X-rays and ultrasounds Dental accidents Prescription drugs Learn more: Your guide to what pet insurance covers Lemonade offers three tiers of wellness plans that you can add to your base policy: Preventative Care, Preventative+ Care, and Preventative Care for Puppies and Kittens. Each plan reimburses you up to specified limits for routine care, with varying coverage based on your pet's needs. Preventative Care Covers basic wellness care costs including: Annual wellness exam Up to 3 vaccines, such as Bordetella, Rabies, and DHLPP Fecal or internal parasite test Wellness bloodwork for early disease detection Heartworm or FeLV/FIV test Preventative+ Care Includes everything in the Preventative Care plan, plus: Flea/tick or heartworm medication Routine dental cleaning Preventative Care for Puppies and Kittens Designed for younger pets (under 2 years old) with added benefits: Two wellness exams Up to six vaccines, such as Bordetella, Rabies, and DHLPP Fecal or internal parasite test Wellness bloodwork for early disease detection Heartworm or FeLV/FIV test Flea/tick or heartworm medication Spay/neuter procedure Microchip Learn more: Does pet insurance cover vaccines? No, Lemonade doesn't cover preexisting conditions, which it defines as 'any condition for which a veterinarian provided medical advice, the pet received treatment for, or the pet displayed signs or symptoms consistent with the stated condition prior to the start date of the first pet insurance policy issued . . . or during any waiting period.' That said, there's a little bit of flexibility in most states. Lemonade may cover certain curable preexisting conditions in the future, like diarrhea or roundworms as long as your pet has gone at least 12 months without symptoms or treatment. It's important to note that chronic conditions (such as asthma, cancer, allergies, etc.) and issues like knee or ligament problems are considered incurable. Therefore, these conditions won't qualify for coverage in the future. Learn more: Pet insurance that covers preexisting conditions No, Lemonade doesn't offer a 24/7 vet telehealth line. Many other pet insurance companies, like MetLife and Embrace, do provide round-the-clock access to licensed vet professionals who can give guidance for your pet's health concerns. Lemonade's base pet insurance policy doesn't cover: Preexisting conditions your pet had before coverage began Bilateral conditions (like cherry eye or hip dysplasia), if symptoms showed on one side before your policy started Prescription food Vitamins Microchipping Grooming and nail trimming Cosmetic procedures Anal gland expression Breeding and pregnancy Boarding and transportation Preventable issues, including injuries from abuse, neglect, fighting, or racing Exotic pets like iguanas, guinea pigs, and parakeets Some things aren't included in the base policy unless you add extra coverage. Lemonade's add-ons can cover: Preventive care for vaccinations and wellness visits Vet visit fees for exams Physical therapy, like acupuncture and hydrotherapy Dental illness treatments, such as tooth extractions and care for gum disease Behavioral conditions, like vet-recommended therapy and medication for issues such as anxiety or aggression End-of-life care, including euthanasia, cremation, and memorial items for your pet Increases: You can increase your coverage, like adding a wellness plan or raising your coverage limits, within 14 days of buying your policy. After that, you'll have to wait until your policy renews in 12 months to make any other upgrades. Decreases: You can lower your coverage at any time by using the Lemonade app. Any policy changes may have to be reviewed and approved by the underwriting team. Lemonade's base plan is very budget-friendly, but it also has slim coverage compared to many competitors. In our evaluation, Lemonade came in as the cheapest pick. Lemonade has the cheapest policy for $5,000 in annual coverage, among the policies we evaluated. It was also 31% less than the overall average cost. Learn more: Is pet insurance worth it? How to decide. Lemonade's cost was also the cheapest among pet insurance companies offering very high or unlimited annual coverage. While Lemonade does not offer an unlimited plan, we compared the cost of its $100,000 policy to competitors. In this category, Lemonade came in 36% less than the overall average. Yes, if you're insuring more than one dog or cat, Lemonade offers 5% or 10% off each policy, depending on your state. The discount applies to the base accident and illness policy and add-ons for the vet exam fee and physical therapy. Discounts don't apply to the wellness add-on. No, Lemonade doesn't have a system for paying vets directly. If you're looking for a pet insurer with direct vet payments, check out ASPCA, Healthy Paws, Pets Best, or Trupanion. If your pet insurer doesn't offer direct pay and you're facing a large bill, such as a surgery, ask your vet ahead of time if they're willing to set up a payment plan. Your vet may offer payment options like weekly or monthly installments. Learn more: Pet insurance that pays the vet directly Before you file a pet insurance claim with Lemonade, make sure you have provided all medical records for your pet from the past 12 months. Lemonade won't move forward with processing a claim without reviewing records first. Here are the next steps in the Lemonade claims process: Submit the claim: Log in to the Lemonade app and file your claim as soon as you can. Even though Lemonade gives you up to 180 days after your pet's treatment to submit a claim (or 90 days if you live in Texas), filing right away can help streamline the process and make it easier to gather all the info you need while it's still fresh in your mind. Provide claim details: You'll need to include details about what happened, what treatment your pet received, a photo of the receipt or paid invoice, and what you're asking to be reimbursed for. Lemonade will also ask you to record a short, private video explaining the situation instead of typing out the information. Receive reimbursement: Once your claim is approved, the money will go straight to your bank (minus your deductible). Lemonade sends reimbursements through wire transfer, so make sure your bank info is set up in your account. With Lemonade pet insurance, you have up to 180 days to file a claim or 90 days if you live in Texas. Lemonade says it aims to pay approved claims instantly. This means that in some cases, you could get reimbursed the same day you file. But if anything is missing or they need to take a closer look, it could take longer to process. Lemonade primarily manages all of its policies and services through its website and mobile app. Lemonade's mobile app gets good reviews for its ease of use and convenience. You can get a quote, manage your policy, file a claim, and check your claim status. Lemonade uses AI technology to speed up the claims process, and in some cases, claims may be approved right away. As a policyholder, you must download the app to access and manage your Lemonade pet insurance policy. Lemonade mobile app ratings: App Apple Store: 4.9 out of 5 stars Google Play Store: 4.1 out of 5 stars Learn more: The best pet insurance companies Lemonade offers pet insurance in 38 states and Washington, D.C. Coverage is available in these states: Alabama Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Iowa Louisiana Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina Tennessee Texas Utah Virginia Washington Wisconsin Yes, Lemonade will help pay for neutering costs, but only if you add the Preventative Care Package for Puppies and Kittens to your policy. This is an optional add-on that includes spaying or neutering procedures, but it's not part of the base accident and illness policy. You'll need to purchase it separately for the coverage to apply. Lemonade doesn't require a vet exam to sign up, but you will need to provide recent medical records before you file a claim. Your pet must have had a vet visit in the past 12 months before the policy or up to 14 days after the policy start date. For pets under a year old, records from birth are required. If medical records aren't on file, Lemonade won't reimburse you for any claims. You can contact Lemonade through its mobile app or by phone or email: Contact Lemonade at 844-733-8666, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET The email is help@ Lemonade lets you cancel any time through the app, with a refund on a pro-rata basis if you cancel before your policy renews. If you cancel, you'll lose your Giveback funds (Lemonade's program that donates leftover money to charities each year). If you decide to reenroll later, your rate could change, and any conditions your pet developed during your previous policy term will be considered preexisting and won't be covered. Amy Danise and Tim Manni edited this article. We researched the coverage details and prices for 15 pet insurance plans. We then weighted categories, and each pet insurer was scored relative to the others to find the best pet insurance companies. Here are the factors we incorporated. Coverage types: 40% of score. We examined the coverage provided by the base policy without the extra cost of add-ons. This encompassed coverage for alternative therapy, behavioral therapy, dental illness, euthanasia or end-of-life expenses, exotic pets, hereditary and congenital conditions, preexisting conditions, prescription food and supplements, veterinary exam fees, and advertising/reward for lost/stolen pets. Average cost: 30% of score. We evaluated costs in five states for $5,000 and unlimited coverage for a mixed-breed dog (age 1), a French bulldog (age 5), and a Labrador retriever (age 8). Unlimited coverage option: 10% of score. We gave points when pet insurers offered an unlimited annual limit (or a $100,000 limit), which gives pet owners the most robust financial protection possible in the event of a catastrophic pet medical issue. Direct payments to the veterinarian: 5% of score. We gave points to pet insurers that state on their websites that they accommodate direct vet payments. No special waiting periods for special conditions: 5% of score. We gave points when pet insurers have no waiting periods for special conditions, such as cruciate ligament conditions. Routine wellness plan: 5% of score. Companies that offer a routine wellness plan in addition to pet insurance received points. Multi-pet discount: 5% of score. We gave points when pet insurers offered a discount for insuring multiple pets.
