Two pieces of carpet, six rivets, some sisal string, and a little work will get you this awesome DIY car(pet) cat bed. Portuguese industrial designer Helder L. Santos just posted this to his Coroflot gallery, and I think it’s brilliant! You’d have to choose a carpet that looks good on both sides and has a [...]
Continue reading...26. February 2009
Just for fun, I wanted to make sure everyone has seen the fabulous YouTube video The Mean Kitty Song, from hunky cat guy Corey “Mr. Safety” Williams. The video features Corey’s adorable tabby Sparta who has been featured in many more videos since his debut in The Mean Kitty Song.
I love Corey’s bio on his [...]
25. February 2009
Classic.
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iPOOP Cat Magnet available at RetailPets.com
25. February 2009
Keep kitty’s leftovers fresh with these cute “meow!” cat food can covers. Available in a set of 2 from Wrapables.com.
Continue reading...25. February 2009
Moderncat reader Karen sent in photos of this fabulous cat-friendly installation in her office which she has dubbed the “CubiCat.” It was created with Cubitec shelving, a completely modular system that allows you to configure a variety of levels and depths. Karen assembled the shelving to include tunnels and perching surfaces along with storage areas [...]
Continue reading...24. February 2009
As you may know, I’m a huge fan of Etsy® and the indie craft scene, so I’ve gathered my favorite Moderncat-related Etsy® sellers and created a special page linking to their shops. Some of these sellers make a variety of cat products including collars, toys, and beds, while other sellers create beautiful artwork featuring cat [...]
Continue reading...23. February 2009
The incredibly handsome (and devilish!) brothers Ben and Stu have inspired their mom Brieanne to create a line of screen-printed clothing featuring silhouettes of the dynamic duo. Two different children’s t-shirt designs are currently available in her Etsy store, Adelie and the Orca. Check back for more Ben- and Stu-inspired wear coming soon.
Continue reading...23. February 2009
Congratulations to Amy B. (comment 447), winner of a 1-year supply of organic soybean cat litter! What an amazing giveaway! Thanks so much to The Organic Farm Store for this generous offer and for making such a great product. In fact, they are so generous, if you enter promotional code Moderncat at checkout, you will [...]
Continue reading...22. February 2009
Here are a couple of my own DIY projects that I just completed. Above are photos of an installation I did at my vet’s office (Dreamy Draw Cat Hospital in Phoenix – hi, Dr. Oyan!) I used FLOR carpet tiles to cover the front of the check-in desk, creating a vertical scratching surface. Office cat [...]
Continue reading...22. February 2009
The design team at Urban Pet Haus is asking Moderncat readers to choose the top pet stair design. The design you choose will be put into limited production right away and one lucky winner will be selected to receive a set of stairs.
To enter, leave a comment on this post voting for your top choice. [...]
19. February 2009
Since so many people are trying to stay warm this time of year, I thought I’d share this futuristic radiator design, suitable for warming up both you and your moderncat. Originally given an honorable mention in the Designboom Radical Radiators of the Future design competition, “Fedora” is a radiator concept from German designers Eric Falaise [...]
Continue reading...19. February 2009
Do you have a sprayer in your house? This video discusses feline spraying, giving a good overview of the topic and offering a couple of possible solutions.
Do you have other suggestions for dealing with feline spraying? Please leave a comment here to share your experience.
Thanks to VideoJug for this great cat behavior & training video.
17. February 2009
Introducing the newest player in modern pet design, Urban Pet Haus. Just launching their website today, this company promises to make its mark on the world of modern pet design. With a variety of product concepts on their site, the folks behind Urban Pet Haus are planning to turn to you, the modern pet owner, [...]
Continue reading...16. February 2009
Have we got a giveaway for you this week! The folks at The Organic Farm Store are offering a free 1-year supply of organic soybean cat litter to one very lucky Moderncat reader! Close To Naturenow is 100% natural and organic cat litter made from soybean meal and granulated potato starch. There are absolutely no [...]
Continue reading...15. February 2009
Congratulations to Lori from Stevensville, Michigan, winner of the “Love Cats” print by Kerry Beary! Sorry to the overseas readers who were all in the running for this giveaway, luck of the draw brought up another US address. The odds are in favor of the majority of readers in the US. I promise to find [...]
Continue reading...14. February 2009
Valentine’s Day is a great time to tell someone you love them by sending a nice card, especially a beautiful handmade card from Etsy. Here are some of my favorites.
Love Cats Cutout Valentine’s Card by Pocket Studio
Kitty Love Valentine’s Card by Purr Prints
Love Cats Set of 7 Cards by Gypsy and Twink
Purple Love Cats Card [...]
11. February 2009
The designers at Wetnoz decided to give their ultra mod Studio Collection pet bowls a Valentine make-over, adding a beautiful rose color to the line. All the Studio bowls are made from durable FDA-grade plastic with a no-slip rubber foot. The scoop shape makes them easy to use and they are priced quite affordably. The [...]
Continue reading...10. February 2009
Moderncat fave artist Kerry Beary is offering a special Valentine giveaway to one lucky reader. This is your chance to get one of her “Love Cats” prints! Created in a limited edition of only 35, each print is signed and numbered. To enter, please leave a comment on this post. The winner will be chosen [...]
Continue reading...9. February 2009
There seems to be some controversy this week about whether or not pink is a suitable color for a true Moderncat fan. I would argue that in an appropriate shade — and in a reasonable amount — pink can be quite modern, especially in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. Here are some of my favorite [...]
Continue reading...9. February 2009
Kitty will be stylin’ for Valentine’s Day with these mod handmade cat collars from Etsy seller Rescue Paws. The adjustable 1/2″ wide collars are designed especially for cats with a breakaway buckle and a silver jingle bell. Made from cotton fabric with hip designer graphics, these are some of the cutest collars I’ve seen, plus [...]
Continue reading...8. February 2009
This new scratcher-lounger combo called the Catwheel sports some faux fur, which I know most moderncat owners try to avoid, but I think it’s tastefully done here. The cozy barrel measures 16″ long and 12″ in diameter, providing a snugly napping spot on the inside and a tough textured scratching surface on the outside. Available [...]
Continue reading...8. February 2009
Kitty will know how much you love her if you treat her to one of these Hearrrt Attack cat toys from Yeowww! The heart-shaped toy is completely filled with organic Yeowww! catnip — some of the best stuff on earth! Choose from two embroidered designs, “Happy Kitty,” or “Lick me. Bite me. Bunnykick me.” Oh, [...]
Continue reading...8. February 2009
Congratulations to Jen S. from Toronto, Ontario, winner of the Puchi Glamour Cat Collar giveaway courtesy of Pretty Paws Accessories. Jen’s cat will be oh so glamorous in a snazzy new diamante crusted Puchi cat collar.
DISCOUNT COUPON CODE!
As always, the generous folks over at Pretty Paws are offering a great discount to Moderncat readers! Just [...]
5. February 2009
This wins the prize for best possible gift for any moderncat owner — the Control A Cat remote. With push button commands for “show affection,” “retract claws,” and “remain aloof,” plus purr volume and eject fur ball keys, this is pure genius. I especially love the instructions for use:
Point remote at subject.
Push any button on [...]
5. February 2009
Congratulations to Kerri from New Bern, North Carolina. Kerri’s cats get to test out the new Caboodle Corrugated Habitat for Cats. We hope they have a blast!
MODERNCAT DISCOUNT!
The nice folks at Caboodle are offering a special discount for Moderncat readers. Enter coupon code MODERNCAT at checkout and receive 10% off your order from www.caboodlecats.com.
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28. February 2009
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