Ana wanted me to remind you how blessed she is to have special donors like you that care about her and her well-being this year.
While a lot of us have put on our usual holiday pounds, and are now diligently trying to work them off, Ana started the year having lost a few. Since Ana is already so petite, the weight loss is a cause for concern among the Tabby’s Place staff. They will be keeping a close eye on her this month.
I’m not sure how uncomfortable blocked anal glands are, but I am sure that I never want to find out. Ana might be embarrassed that I’m sharing this intimate information, but she experienced some anal blockage earlier this month. Fortunately, the TP Vet was able to release the glands with a simple procedure, which I’m sure has Ana feeling much better.
This was a curious topic for me, though, because I’ve never heard of it happening in cats, and I’m glad that I’m aware of it for my own kitty. Apparently, if you find your cat “scooting” its bottom on the ground, it might be a sign that its anal glands are blocked and should be released by a vet.
Well, now that you know more than you ever cared to know about that subject, on to something lighter and more carefree: Hootz (pictured above). Little Hootz has been found mischievously playing with our Ana’s tail. Perhaps it’s because Hootz has tail envy, but she seems to be finding everyone else’s tail a proper play toy—especially Ana’s. Hootz must be growing on Ana, however, because any time I’ve visited, Ana doesn’t seem to mind the little one. Of course, one kitty Ana never seems to mind is her best buddy Desi, pictured with Ana at left.
Here’s to a year of weight gain, unblocked anal glands, and playful tail chasing!