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		<title>Modernist Cat Launches New Circa50 Line of Mid-century Modern Cat Furniture</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2012/01/07/modernist-cat-launches-new-circa50-line-of-mid-century-modern-cat-furniture/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2012 13:56:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Modernist Cat is now offering their Circa50 mid-century modern cat furniture line in three sizes. This beautiful piece can be used as a litter box hideaway or as a cozy cave for kitty naps. This is the perfect piece for any mid-century modern home and it&#8217;s completely customizable. Choose walnut or maple finish and a [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/index.html" target="_blank">Modernist Cat</a> is now offering their Circa50 mid-century modern cat furniture line in three sizes. This beautiful piece can be used as a litter box hideaway or as a cozy cave for kitty naps. This is the perfect piece for any mid-century modern home and it&#8217;s completely customizable. Choose walnut or maple finish and a variety of colors and patterns for the interior fleece bed, outer grass cloth covering, and exterior lounge pad. Check out the new <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/index.html" target="_blank">Modernist Cat website</a> to design yours today!</p>
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		<title>New Mox Litter Tower from Modern Cat Designs</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/12/15/new-mox-litter-tower-from-modern-cat-designs/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:20:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Litter & Hygiene]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Introducing a new ultra modern covered litter box from the design team over at Modern Cat Designs. The Mox Litter Tower is a unique top-entry litter box that gives kitty a stylish place to do her business while keeping fido at bay. The sealed design keeps litter inside, preventing leaks and spills, and the top [...]]]></description>
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<p>Introducing a new ultra modern covered litter box from the design team over at Modern Cat Designs. The <a href="http://www.moderncatdesigns.com/mox-litter-box" target="_blank">Mox Litter Tower</a> is a unique top-entry litter box that gives kitty a stylish place to do her business while keeping fido at bay. The sealed design keeps litter inside, preventing leaks and spills, and the top grate sends tracked litter back in the box. The glossy white powder coated finish is easy to clean. Measures 19&#8243; wide by 19&#8243; tall with an 8&#8243; opening. Comes in red, black and white. $129 from <a href="http://www.moderncatdesigns.com/mox-litter-box" target="_blank">moderncatdesigns.com</a>. Get free shipping now through Dec 31, 2011 with coupon code MOXY.</p>
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<p><strong>Note:</strong> I agree that a covered litter box is not appropriate for all cats, especially older cats or cats with mobility issues, but if you have a cats that uses a covered litter box, this is definitely a stylish option.</p>
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		<title>DIY Custom Litter Mat</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/10/25/diy-custom-litter-mat/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:32:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DIY Projects]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is one of the most brilliant DIY projects I&#8217;ve seen! Moderncat reader David was looking for a mat for outside the litter box that would actually trap the litter to prevent it from scattering. He also wanted something stylish, so he searched the internet and found some excellent products that do just the trick. [...]]]></description>
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<p>This is one of the most brilliant DIY projects I&#8217;ve seen! Moderncat reader David was looking for a mat for outside the litter box that would actually trap the litter to prevent it from scattering. He also wanted something stylish, so he searched the internet and found some excellent products that do just the trick. It&#8217;s perforated floor tile that snaps together to fit almost any size. It&#8217;s usually used for garage floors, workshops, decking and various commercial applications, but it is perfect for creating a customized litter mat!</p>
<p>David found two companies that offer these tiles at reasonable prices and in a variety of colors. The first is <a href="http://www.swisstrax.com" target="_blank">Swiss Trax</a> where you can purchase a <a href="http://www.swisstrax.com/cart/cart.php?m=product_detail&amp;p=136" target="_blank">2&#8242; x 3&#8242; sample doormat kit</a> in your choice of colors complete with tiles, edges, and corners for just $34.95. David ordered the <a href="http://www.swisstrax.com/ribtrax-garage-tile.php" target="_blank">Ribtrax Garage Tile</a> pictured above which I think is perfect. He also found <a href="http://www.kiwitile.com/" target="_blank">Kiwi Tile</a>, another company that offers a <a href="http://www.kiwitile.com/products/" target="_blank">perforated floor tile</a> in lots of colors. Kiwi Tile will send you <a href="http://www.kiwitile.com/order/sample.html" target="_blank">two free sample tiles</a> for just $10 shipping so you can see if you like it.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-14330 aligncenter" title="LitterTileBrands" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/LitterTileBrands1.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="214" /></p>
<p>I&#8217;m so excited about this! I&#8217;m ordering some right away so we can test it out! Thanks, David!</p>
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		<title>NEW! Modern Litter Box Cover from Modern Cat Designs</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/10/17/new-modern-litter-box-cover-from-modern-cat-designs/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2011 14:22:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for a stylish but affordable way to conceal the litter box? Modern Cat Designs just launched this new modern litter box cover, which starts shipping tomorrow. It&#8217;s a simple two-piece concealer that holds a standard litter box including larger boxes. Kitty enters through the cutout in one side and extra litter gets trapped inside. [...]]]></description>
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<p>Looking for a stylish but affordable way to conceal the litter box? Modern Cat Designs just launched this new <a href="http://www.moderncatdesigns.com/litter-box-cover" target="_blank">modern litter box cover</a>, which starts shipping tomorrow. It&#8217;s a simple two-piece concealer that holds a standard litter box including larger boxes. Kitty enters through the cutout in one side and extra litter gets trapped inside. Simply remove the top to clean. Made of black and white striped laminated cardstock, the cover measures 19.75&#8243; L x 16.5&#8243; W x 16.5&#8243; H. Available for just $29.99 from <a href="http://www.moderncatdesigns.com/litter-box-cover" target="_blank">www.moderncatdesigns.com</a>.</p>
<p><strong>NOTE:</strong> I know there are some readers who are completely opposed to covered litter boxes! Some cats may not respond well to a covered litter box, but other cats do not have a problem with it, as long as you keep the box and cover clean.</p>
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<h2><strong>FREE SHIPPING!</strong></h2>
<p>Modern Cat Designs would like to offer <strong>FREE SHIPPING</strong> to US addresses. This is a $10 value. Just use code MCNET at checkout. Offer expires Oct 31, 2011.</p>
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		<title>Enter to Win Purr &amp; Simple for You and Your Favorite Animal Rescue!</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/08/24/enter-to-win-purr-simple-for-you-and-your-favorite-animal-rescue/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 14:06:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of my favorite non-clay all natural cat litters is offering a giveaway you&#8217;re going to love! Purr &#38; Simple eco-friendly cat litter made from nut shells, is giving away a free bag of litter to one lucky reader, plus the winner will get to choose their favorite animal rescue to receive a whole case [...]]]></description>
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<p>One of my favorite non-clay all natural cat litters is offering a giveaway you&#8217;re going to love! <a href="http://www.purrandsimple.com/" target="_blank">Purr &amp; Simple</a> eco-friendly cat litter made from nut shells, is giving away a free bag of litter to one lucky reader, plus the winner will get to choose their favorite animal rescue to receive a whole case of 4 bags! You can choose either their original <a href="http://www.purrandsimple.com/pellet_formula.html" target="_blank">pellet formula</a> or the new <a href="http://www.purrandsimple.com/kwik_formula.html" target="_blank">Kwik-Klump</a> version, which I love. This litter has incredible natural odor absorbing properties that come from the nut shells, plus it clumps rock solid. And an even bigger plus, it&#8217;s completely biodegradable, renewable, and made right here in the USA with no imported products.</p>
<h2><strong>ENTER TO WIN! CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITE ANIMAL RESCUE!</strong></h2>
<p>To enter this giveaway, please <a href="http://wp.me/p8BFA-3ya">leave a comment on this post</a> <strong>with the name of the animal rescue you&#8217;d choose to be the recipient of a case of Purr &amp; Simple.</strong> The winner will be chosen in a random drawing and announced on August 31, 2011. One entry per person. This giveaway is limited to addresses in the US.</p>
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		<title>Handcrafted Felt Cat Creations from The Netherlands</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/08/04/handcrafted-felt-cat-creations-from-the-netherlands/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:53:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Beds & Loungers]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Litter & Hygiene]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[These felt litter box hiders and cat beds are showcased on the Dutch website Molitli, which features unique, handcrafted items as an alternative to mass produced merchandise. There&#8217;s only a little information about each item, but it looks like you can order the beds and litter hiders in a few different felt colors. A bit [...]]]></description>
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<p>These felt litter box hiders and cat beds are showcased on the Dutch website <a href="https://molitli.nl/index.cfm?fuseaction=publiek_product.categorie&amp;cat_id=2&amp;sub_cat_id=7&amp;sub_sub_cat_id=93" target="_blank">Molitli</a>, which features unique, handcrafted items as an alternative to mass produced merchandise. There&#8217;s only a little information about each item, but it looks like you can order the beds and litter hiders in a few different felt colors. A bit pricey, but each one is made to order.</p>
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		<title>Eliminate Scooping with the Litter Spinner</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/07/06/eliminate-scooping-with-the-litter-spinner/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:32:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Litter & Hygiene]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Here&#8217;s a new twist on the litter box. It&#8217;s the Litter Spinner, a litter box that you don&#8217;t have to scoop (sort of). Kitty enters the large drum to do her business, then instead of scooping, you simply rotate the drum on the base and solids fall into a drawer while the clean litter stays [...]]]></description>
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<p>Here&#8217;s a new twist on the litter box. It&#8217;s the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050NGZ1U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=moderncat-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399373&amp;creativeASIN=B0050NGZ1U" target="_blank">Litter Spinner</a>, a litter box that you don&#8217;t have to scoop (sort of). Kitty enters the large drum to do her business, then instead of scooping, you simply rotate the drum on the base and solids fall into a drawer while the clean litter stays in the drum. Empty the drawer and you&#8217;re good to go.</p>
<p>The Litter Spinner doesn&#8217;t have a lot of parts and it&#8217;s completely manual, no electrical connections required. It&#8217;s kind of similar in concept to the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002DK2DU/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=moderncat-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399369&amp;creativeASIN=B0002DK2DU" target="_blank">Roll&#8217;n Clean Litter Box by Omega Paw</a>, but the Litter Spinner sits on a base instead of rolling across the floor.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a video to help you get a better idea of how it works (if you can&#8217;t see the video below in your email, click <a href="http://wp.me/p8BFA-3ok" target="_self">here</a> to watch it on the site):</p>
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<p>The Litter Spinner can be thoroughly cleaned by rinsing with soapy water. It&#8217;s made in the US with recycled materials. Available on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050NGZ1U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=moderncat-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=217145&amp;creative=399373&amp;creativeASIN=B0050NGZ1U" target="_blank">Amazon</a> and directly through the <a href="https://litterspinner.com/Buy_it_Now.html" target="_blank">Litter Spinner</a> website for $129.99.</p>
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		<title>Moderncat June Giveaway: Litter Robot II Bubble Unit</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/06/01/moderncat-june-giveaway-litter-robot-ii-bubble-unit/</link>
		<comments>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/06/01/moderncat-june-giveaway-litter-robot-ii-bubble-unit/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:34:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Giveaways]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is your chance to win the ultimate litter box, the Litter Robot II Bubble Unit! The Litter Robot is hands-down the BEST self-cleaning automatic litter box on the market. With this brilliant invention, not only will you never have to scoop litter again, but kitty will always have a clean litter box, and for [...]]]></description>
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<p>This is your chance to win the ultimate litter box, the <a href="http://www.litter-robot.com/litter-robot-bubble.aspx?id=87" target="_blank">Litter Robot II Bubble Unit</a>! The Litter Robot is hands-down the BEST self-cleaning automatic litter box on the market. With this brilliant invention, not only will you never have to scoop litter again, but kitty will always have a clean litter box, and for fussy kitties, this can help eliminate litter box issues.</p>
<p>I&#8217;ve used the Litter Robot for years and I absolutely love it, and now with the new Bubble unit, it&#8217;s even better. The new bubble unit has a clear plastic attachment on the back that allows light to enter the globe plus it gives larger kitties a little more room to move around. A great improvement to an already great product!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-12618" title="bubbleunit" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/bubbleunit1.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="399" /></p>
<h2><strong>EXTRA CHANCE TO WIN!</strong></h2>
<p>This month&#8217;s giveaway is for a <a href="http://www.litter-robot.com/litter-robot-bubble.aspx?id=87" target="_blank">Litter Robot II Bubble Unit</a>. The winner will get to choose the color: black, eco-gray (made from mostly recycled plastic), or beige. To   enter the monthly giveaway, make sure you’re  signed-up to  <a href="http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=moderncat" target="_blank">receive Moderncat updates via email</a>. If you’re     already getting the updates but you’d like an EXTRA chance to win this     month, please visit the <a href="http://www.litter-robot.com/litter-robot-demonstration.aspx" target="_blank">Litter Robot website</a> to see all the features and watch a video explaining how it works, then come back here and <a href="http://wp.me/p8BFA-3hr" target="_self">leave a comment on this post</a> telling us what color you’d choose. Complete details on     the monthly giveaway <a title="Moderncat Giveaways" href="http://www.moderncat.net/giveaways/" target="_self">here</a>.        The  winner will be chosen in a random drawing on June 30, 2011.  This giveaway is open to US addresses only.</p>
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		<title>Marly Gommans Modern Cat Designs Now Available</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/04/18/marly-gommans-modern-cat-designs-now-available/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:34:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I first introduced these exquisite handcrafted cat products from Dutch designer Marly Gommans over three years ago. I had not seen them available for sale until recently when I came across them at Generate Design. If you&#8217;ve been patiently waiting for these to be available, the wait is over! Marly&#8217;s gorgeous scratching tower, pillow bed, [...]]]></description>
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<p>I first introduced these exquisite handcrafted cat products from Dutch designer <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2008/04/09/cats-are-living-in-style-in-the-netherlands/" target="_self">Marly Gommans</a> over three years ago. I had not seen them available for sale until recently when I came across them at <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=69324&amp;m=11365&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Egnr8%2Ebiz%2Fproduct%5Finfo%2Ephp%3Fproducts%5Fid%3D800%26products%5Fname%3DCat%2527s%2520in%2520Style" target="_blank">Generate Design</a>. If you&#8217;ve been patiently waiting for these to be available, the wait is over! Marly&#8217;s gorgeous scratching tower, pillow bed, litter hider and pop-through door can all be purchased online now. They&#8217;re quite pricey, ranging from $359 to $534, however <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=69324&amp;m=11365&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Egnr8%2Ebiz%2Fproduct%5Finfo%2Ephp%3Fproducts%5Fid%3D800%26products%5Fname%3DCat%2527s%2520in%2520Style" target="_blank">Generate Design</a> does offer free shipping to the US and Canada.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-12080" title="gommans2" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/gommans2.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="378" /></p>
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		<title>Paul McCobb for Cats: Two New Litter Hiders from Modernist Cat</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/04/12/paul-mccobb-for-cats-two-new-litter-hiders-from-modernist-cat/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2011 15:12:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Modernist Cat just released two new retro-cool cat litter hideaway designs. The first one, shown above, is their new Litter Hideaway Circa50, modeled after Paul McCobb&#8217;s Planner Group Collection. It has simple clean lines with a grasscloth front and hinged side door for easy access. Very nice! The second addition to their mid-century modern inspired [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://www.modernistcat.com" target="_blank">Modernist Cat</a> just released two new retro-cool cat litter hideaway designs. The first one, shown above, is their new <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/products/circa50.html" target="_blank">Litter Hideaway Circa50</a>, modeled after <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/midcentarc/3237000588/" target="_blank">Paul McCobb&#8217;s Planner Group Collection</a>. It has simple clean lines with a grasscloth front and hinged side door for easy access. Very nice!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-12041" title="HideawayStation" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/HideawayStation.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="283" /></p>
<p>The second addition to their mid-century modern inspired line of litter hiders is the <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/products/hideaway_station.html" target="_blank">Litter Hideaway Station</a> which fits automatic jumbo litter pans and helps prevent tracking.</p>
<p>Both can be fully customized with a variety of finishes and details. Design your own at <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com" target="_blank">ModernistCat.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>Introducing Purr &amp; Simple All Natural Cat Litter ENTER TO WIN!</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/03/07/introducing-purr-simple-all-natural-cat-litter-enter-to-win/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:39:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;m always excited to try a new non-clay cat litter, so I was intrigued when I found Purr &#38; Simple. So far, I&#8217;ve tried litters made from corn, wood, wheat, soy, and paper, but Purr &#38; Simple is completely different. It is made by Eco-Shell Inc, a company that specializes in creating Earth-friendly products using [...]]]></description>
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<p>I&#8217;m always excited to try a new non-clay cat litter, so I was intrigued when I found <a href="http://www.purrandsimple.com" target="_blank">Purr &amp; Simple</a>. So far, I&#8217;ve tried litters made from corn, wood, wheat, soy, and paper, but Purr &amp; Simple is completely different. It is made by Eco-Shell Inc, a company that specializes in creating Earth-friendly products using agricultural by-products. Purr &amp; Simple is the first cat litter to use by-products from the tree nut industry, and they have discovered something awesome. Apparently, tree nut shells, including the inner membrane surrounding the nut, have incredible natural odor absorbing properties. I can tell you, I&#8217;ve tested this new litter and I am very impressed! Mother Nature may have solved our litter box odor problems!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11643" title="TradeShow" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/TradeShow.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="431" /></p>
<p>I first encountered Purr &amp; Simple last year at the Global Pet Expo. I met Gail and David from Eco-Shell in the Purr &amp; Simple booth where they were using a sophisticated demonstration system to show just how good Purr &amp; Simple is at eliminating odor. They had a special machine that pulls the air into a glass tube filled with crystals that change color according to the amount of odor (ammonia, I believe) in the air. They ran the test on each litter for me and the Purr &amp; Simple results were so dramatically lower than ANY of the other litters, it certainly caught my attention. (Not to mention that Gail and David are also really nice!)</p>
<p>So they sent me some of the litter to test for myself and, I have to say, it exceeded my expectations. Purr &amp; Simple comes in both pellets and a new clumping formula. I tested both and they both absorb odor equally well. The pellet formula, like most pellet litters, has very little dust and is easy to clean. The clumping formula clumps really well, forming nice solid clumps that are easy to scoop, plus the cats love the texture. Purr &amp; Simple is a dark brown color, which hides the solids (and can also make it a little challenging to find the solids when scooping). The clumping formula looks like coffee grounds, with larger granules that don&#8217;t track as far as some of the lighter wood litters I&#8217;ve tried. The clumping litter does put off some dust, which is also a dark brown color and requires regular cleaning. Maybe you can think of this as a benefit, because it makes it pretty obvious when it&#8217;s time to clean the dust!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11644" title="PurrAndSimple2" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/PurrAndSimple2.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="189" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Purr &amp; Simple is currently available at pet stores across the US and Canada. Check their <a href="http://www.purrandsimple.com/storelocator/" target="_blank">store locator</a> to find a store near you. If you can&#8217;t find a store near you, please <a href="http://www.purrandsimple.com/contact.html" target="_blank">contact Purr &amp; Simple</a> for more information.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Allergy Alert</strong></span></h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">You may be asking the question, &#8220;What about people with tree nut allergies?&#8221; The Purr &amp; Simple website addresses this question and says that testing shows very low nut protein levels in the litter, however, they recommend that people with severe tree nut allergies do not use this product.</p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;"><strong>ENTER TO WIN! FIVE WINNERS!</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">Five lucky winners are going to get to test Purr &amp; Simple for themselves! Each winner will receive a 10 lb bag in their choice of either pellets or clumping litter. Please <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2011/03/07/introducing-purr-simple-all-natural-cat-litter-enter-to-win/" target="_self">leave a comment on this post</a> to enter. The winners will be chosen in a random drawing on March 14, 2011. One entry per person. This giveaway includes free shipping to addresses in the US and Canada. Canadian winners will need to pay applicable taxes and duties.</p>
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		<title>REMINDER: Why Clay Cat Litter is Evil</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/03/06/reminder-why-clay-cat-litter-is-evil/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 06 Mar 2011 15:57:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you&#8217;ve been reading Moderncat for awhile, then you know I am against clay cat litter. There are only a few issues that I feel this strongly about and that I will use the blog as a platform for. I felt like it was time for a quick reminder on the issue, plus I have [...]]]></description>
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<p>If you&#8217;ve been reading Moderncat for awhile, then you know I am against clay cat litter. There are only a few issues that I feel this strongly about and that I will use the blog as a platform for. I felt like it was time for a quick reminder on the issue, plus I have some interesting new things to share with you this week related to non-clay litter options. But first &#8212; in order to preempt the comments and emails I sometimes get when this topic comes up &#8212; I want to clarify something: I&#8217;m not saying that you love your cats any less if you use clay litter. I believe that there are several reasons why people still use clay litter:</p>
<ol>
<li>Clay cat litter is readily available in every supermarket, grocery store, mass retailer, and convenience store.</li>
<li>It is the standard, it has been used for decades, and it performs very well.</li>
<li>It is cheap.</li>
<li>Many cat owners are unaware of the dangers of using clay litter because no scientific studies have been done to clearly show why it is bad. People simply don&#8217;t know.</li>
</ol>
<p>So there you have it. Availability, performance, price, and awareness. And this is all controlled by the BIG manufacturers who have huge marketing budgets and distribution channels and who have dominated the cat litter market for years. Well, things are starting to change with several new companies now producing excellent non-clay litters and some of the big manufacturers also adding non-clay litters to their line.</p>
<p>So let&#8217;s start with the awareness piece. Here&#8217;s a summary of why I feel that clay cat litter is bad:</p>
<p><strong>BAD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Clay is <strong><a title="Strip Mining" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surface_mining#Strip_mining" target="_blank">strip mined</a></strong> to produce clay cat litter.</li>
<li>Used clumping clay cat litter NEVER biodegrades in the landfill.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>BAD FOR CAT’S HEALTH &amp; HUMAN HEALTH</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Clay litter contains <strong><a title="Silica" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silica#Inhalation_health_effects" target="_blank">silica</a></strong>, which is a known carcinogen when inhaled.</li>
<li>Clumping clay litter contains <strong><a title="Sodium Bentonite" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bentonite#Sodium_bentonite" target="_blank">sodium bentonite</a></strong> which expands to 15 times its volume and forms an INSOLUBLE mass when  it contacts liquid. It does the same thing when cats ingest it as they  groom themselves after using the litter box.</li>
</ol>
<p>For more information about the dangers of clumping clay litters, please visit Marina Michaels&#8217; website <a href="http://thelighthouseonline.com/index-2.html" target="_blank">Catmom.com</a>.</p>
<p>To address the performance issue, I have to admit, non-clay litters just don&#8217;t work as well as clay. However, I feel that if you are committed to making the switch, you will find a solution that you and your cats can live with. I have one new non-clay litter to tell you about this week and you&#8217;ll have a chance to win some to try for yourself.</p>
<p>The other big issue is price. Because of the smaller distribution, the non-clay litters are still quite expensive, usually around $1/lb. but with more and more people buying non-clay litter, the price should come down. I have a terrific budget busting litter tip coming up later this week, so stay tuned.</p>
<p>Please note: I do not allow manufacturers to advertise clay litter on Moderncat, however, sometimes you may see an ad for it in Google AdWords. I try to filter these out but sometimes they come through anyway. I do not support clay litter products.</p>
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		<title>Introducing UrbanCatDesign, New Line of Modern Cat Furniture From the Netherlands</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/02/25/introducing-urbancatdesign-new-line-of-modern-cat-furniture-from-the-netherlands/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 13:34:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Introducing a brand new Dutch modern cat furniture design company, UrbanCatDesign. Just launching their new product line, this company obviously takes great care to consider the cat&#8217;s needs as well as design aesthetics. Clean lines and smooth white finishes combine with brightly colored carpet inserts for a perfect modern look. All products are designed in [...]]]></description>
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<p>Introducing a brand new Dutch modern cat furniture design company, <a href="https://urbancatdesign.com/cms/page/13/Home.html" target="_blank">UrbanCatDesign</a>. Just launching their new product line, this company obviously takes great care to consider the cat&#8217;s needs as well as design aesthetics. Clean lines and smooth white finishes combine with brightly colored carpet inserts for a perfect modern look. All products are designed in The Netherlands and handcrafted in Europe using only the best materials that are safe for cats and humans. There are several exciting new products in this welcome addition to the modern cat world.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11546" title="CatCase2" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/CatCase2.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="389" /></p>
<p>First is the <a href="https://urbancatdesign.com/store/product/46/1249-.html" target="_blank">CatCase</a>, a multi-functional bookshelf and cat climbing tower. Carpet covered platforms and nooks are designed for kitty to perch and nap, while you still have room for storage.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11547" title="shelves" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/shelves.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="534" /></p>
<p>The <a href="https://urbancatdesign.com/store/product/35/179-.html" target="_blank">CatLedge</a> cat climbing shelves come in three shapes and a variety of carpet colors to match your decor. Attaches securely and elegantly to the wall.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-full wp-image-11548 aligncenter" title="catcube" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/catcube.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="271" /></p>
<p>My favorite, the <a href="https://urbancatdesign.com/store/product/38/399-.html" target="_blank">CatCube</a> gives kitty a little hideaway that&#8217;s raised off the floor. A beautifully upholstered cushion coordinates with the carpet scratch pad on top.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11549" title="catinet" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/catinet.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="541" /></p>
<p>The <a href="https://urbancatdesign.com/store/product/45/579-.html" target="_blank">Catinet</a> provides a discreet litter hideaway with storage space and a skylight.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-11550" title="scratcher" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/scratcher.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="463" /></p>
<p style="text-align: left;">And finally, <a href="https://urbancatdesign.com/store/product/34/299-.html" target="_blank">CatScratch</a> is a unique wall-mounted cat scratcher that looks like a piece of modern sculpture. I imagine that the corner design would be very attractive to cats, hopefully more enticing than the arm of your sofa!</p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://urbancatdesign.com/cms/page/13/Home.html" target="_blank">UrbanCatDesign</a> offers free shipping to some European countries (check the website for details). If you live outside of Europe, you would need to contact them to get shipping rates. I will definitely be keeping an eye on this promising new company!</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Thanks to Moderncat reader Simon for the tip.</p>
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		<title>Modern Cat Designs Litter Hider Now in White</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/01/17/modern-cat-designs-litter-hider-now-in-white/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2011 15:39:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I love the new glossy white litter hider from Modern Cat Designs. It would also make a nice bed or side table. Perfect for an ultra-glam Hollywood Regency interior. Available now from moderncatdesigns.com for $197 plus shipping.]]></description>
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<p>I love the new glossy white litter hider from Modern Cat Designs. It would also make a nice bed or side table. Perfect for an ultra-glam Hollywood Regency interior. Available now from <a href="http://www.moderncatdesigns.com/contemporary-litter-box-hider" target="_blank">moderncatdesigns.com</a> for $197 plus shipping.</p>
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		<title>New Litter Box for Multiple Cat Homes</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2011/01/13/new-litter-box-for-multiple-cat-homes/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:38:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I just found this new litter boxyesterday at PetSmart. I bought one on the spot and immediately brought it home and set it up and I love it! It&#8217;s hard to tell from the photo above, but it&#8217;s huge &#8212; perfect for a multi-cat household. Up until now, I&#8217;ve been using large storage boxes (in [...]]]></description>
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<p>I just found this <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=KaxMoIm6ar4&amp;offerid=170445.4217935&amp;type=2&amp;subid=0" target="new">new litter box</a><img src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=KaxMoIm6ar4&amp;bids=170445.4217935&amp;type=2&amp;subid=0" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" />yesterday at PetSmart. I bought one on the spot and immediately brought it home and set it up and I love it! It&#8217;s hard to tell from the photo above, but it&#8217;s huge &#8212; perfect for a multi-cat household. Up until now, I&#8217;ve been using large storage boxes (in addition to my <a href="http://www.smartcatbox.com/" target="_blank">SmartCat Box</a>, <a href="http://www.modkat.com/" target="_blank">ModKat</a>, and <a href="http://www.litter-robot.com/" target="_blank">Litter Robot</a>). The storage boxes were UGLY but I needed something large, especially for my Maine Coon who needs plenty of room to spin around before doing his business.</p>
<p>This new <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=KaxMoIm6ar4&amp;offerid=170445.4217935&amp;type=2&amp;subid=0" target="new">extra large litter box from Whisker City</a><img src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=KaxMoIm6ar4&amp;bids=170445.4217935&amp;type=2&amp;subid=0" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" />measures 34.5&#8243; long by 19.5&#8243; deep by 10&#8243; tall. It&#8217;s an attractive chocolatey-gray color and the inside is curved for easy cleaning. It has two small storage compartments on the side, but I&#8217;m finding that they are a bit too small to be practical because most curved scoops don&#8217;t fit in the little compartments.</p>
<p>This box holds up to 30 lbs. of litter and gives the kitties a huge sandbox for digging. So far, I love it! It&#8217;s available in PetSmart stores and <a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=KaxMoIm6ar4&amp;offerid=170445.4217935&amp;type=2&amp;subid=0" target="new">online</a><img src="http://ad.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/show?id=KaxMoIm6ar4&amp;bids=170445.4217935&amp;type=2&amp;subid=0" border="0" alt="" width="1" height="1" />for just $24.99.</p>
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		<title>Moderncat Holiday Give-a-thon: Win a ModKat Litter Box!</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/12/22/modencat-holiday-give-a-thon-win-a-modkat-litter-box/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Dec 2010 15:14:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here&#8217;s a Christmas gift every modern cat will love! It&#8217;s the ModKat litter box. Definitely the sleekest looking litter box around, this beautifully designed kitty loo has lots of unique features including rooftop access, an ergonomic scoop, and a re-usable washable liner &#8212; all together in an attractive modern design. The ModKat comes in five [...]]]></description>
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<p>Here&#8217;s a Christmas gift every modern cat will love! It&#8217;s the <a href="http://www.modkat.com" target="_blank">ModKat litter box</a>. Definitely the sleekest looking litter box around, this beautifully designed kitty loo has lots of unique features including rooftop access, an ergonomic scoop, and a re-usable washable liner &#8212; all together in an attractive modern design. The ModKat comes in five colors: red, black, white, blue, and yellow.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10904" title="ModKatNew_540" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/ModKatNew_540.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="285" /></p>
<p>One lucky winner is going to receive a ModKat litter box, plus a second one will be sent to the charity of their choice. Winner gets to pick the color. This is another great item that the charity could use themselves or raffle as a fundraiser. To enter, please <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2010/12/22/modencat-holiday-give-a-thon-win-a-modkat-litter-box/" target="_self">leave a comment on this post</a> and don&#8217;t forget to leave the name of your charity. The winner will be announced on Christmas Eve along with all the other give-a-thon winners.</p>
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		<title>Moderncat Holiday Give-a-thon: Win a Smart Cat Box &amp; Ant Free Pet Bowl</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/12/14/moderncat-holiday-give-a-thon-win-a-smart-cat-box-ant-free-pet-bowl/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2010 15:37:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today we have a special bonus give-a-thon prize package with two really useful products! First is the Smart Cat Box, one of my preferred litter boxes. This special system uses a two-part box. The top portion has slots in the floor that allow liquids to drain into a covered tray below. Simply scoop solids from [...]]]></description>
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<p>Today we have a special bonus give-a-thon prize package with two really useful products! First is the <a href="http://www.smartcatbox.com" target="_blank">Smart Cat Box</a>, one of my preferred litter boxes. This special system uses a two-part box. The top portion has slots in the floor that allow liquids to drain into a covered tray below. Simply scoop solids from the top and empty the tray as needed. The Smart Cat Box uses natural safflower seeds as the litter, a completely biodegradable and renewable resource. This system is excellent for cats with health issues that may require frequent urine testing. I have one cat who uses this box exclusively.</p>
<p>The second part of this prize package is a new find, the <a href="http://antfreepetbowls.com/index.html" target="_blank">Ant Free Pet Bowl</a>. If you have ever had problems with ants, especially if you feed feral cats outdoors, then you know that creating a water moat can be a solution, since ants can&#8217;t crawl across water, but this can get messy if food falls into the water. The Ant Free Pet Bowl has a large upper lip that helps prevent food from getting into the water below. The heavy weight high quality porcelain keeps the bowl in place, plus it&#8217;s non-porous, non-toxic, and dishwasher-safe. There are two sizes to choose from.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10756" title="pro_antiantridge_p" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/pro_antiantridge_p.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="360" /></p>
<p>The winner of this give-a-thon will get a <a href="http://www.smartcatbox.com/smartcatboxseedtecsafflowerseedlitter.aspx" target="_blank">Smart Cat Box Starter Kit</a> plus either a small or large Ant Free Pet Bowl, plus the same will be sent to the winner&#8217;s charity of choice. To enter, please <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2010/12/14/moderncat-holiday-give-a-thon-win-a-smart-cat-box-ant-free-pet-bowl/" target="_self">leave a comment on this post</a> with the name of the charity you&#8217;d donate the second set to. The winner will be announced on Christmas Eve along with all the other give-a-thon winners.</p>
<h2><strong>SMART CAT BOX SPECIAL DISCOUNT</strong></h2>
<p>Smart Cat Box is offering 20% off all purchases for a limited time. Just enter discount code MC2010 at checkout when placing your order at www.SmartCatBox.com</p>
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		<title>Custom Moderncat Interior Designed for Cats With Special Needs and a Couple on the Move</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/11/20/custom-moderncat-interior-designed-for-easy-portability/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Nov 2010 15:48:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eleanor and her husband, a diplomatic couple who move frequently, prefer a simple, minimalist design aesthetic, and with five special needs animals who share their home, they were having difficulty finding just the right decor items that would suit their lifestyle. Items needed to be designed to fit their aesthetic, to function for the needs [...]]]></description>
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<p>Eleanor and her husband, a diplomatic couple who move frequently, prefer a simple, minimalist design aesthetic, and with five special needs animals who share their home, they were having difficulty finding just the right decor items that would suit their lifestyle. Items needed to be designed to fit their aesthetic, to function for the needs of their animals, and to be disassembled, shipped, and reassembled when moving. They finally hired a designer to create several custom pieces. Here are the results.</p>
<h2><strong>CAT STAIRS &amp; WINDOW LEDGES<br />
</strong></h2>
<p>Their current residence is an adapted office space with cathedral windows and a very long, narrow hallway. The tall bookcases that line the hallway are natural perches for cats. To give safe access, they created a circular staircase, with carpeted treads, that allows even the older male cat to ascend easily, with intermediate platforms for resting along the way.  It attaches to a bookcase with a simple wooden hook and a single screw, and has a detachable weighted base for stability.   The steps have wooden supports, also attached by one screw, and the carpets are removed and replaced using a fine blade to lift, and a few points of strong adhesive to attach.  Assembly or disassembly and packing take only minutes with a single tool.</p>
<p>The cathedral windows have deep brick tile ledges, so they created 12 lightweight custom beds to fit these ledges. The cats have comfortable places to lounge, sleep, and watch the world go by, and the beds can easily be packed, or even used as packing material, without adding weight to the container.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10365" title="Windowsill" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Windowsill.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="393" /></p>
<h2><strong>THE ULTIMATE CLIMBER &amp; SCRATCHER</strong></h2>
<p>One cat, Gigi, survived panleukopenia, a usually fatal kitten disease. She is blind, deaf, and without sensation on one side of her body, and has limited sight and hearing on the other.  This had to be taken into account in all designs. A large custom climber and scratcher provides a solid, carpeted inclined plane that all the cats use for scratching, which also allows the blind cat to climb safely to and from the perch on the top. It also has a lounging space on the base that allows a cat to sleep in complete privacy, while still keeping an ear on the environment.</p>
<p>The high level of the perch allows for access to a window, regardless of the architecture in any given residence.  The wood stain and carpeting  are the same as in all the other pieces, making this the key piece in the suite,  linking the designs across the interior.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10366" title="Climber" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Climber.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="360" /></p>
<h2><strong>THE LITTER HUTCH</strong></h2>
<p>To accommodate the litter boxes, as well as create a storage space for litter supplies, they created three custom litter hutches. These simple black lacquered boxes have no exterior decoration.  Entry and exit are through an opening on the side.   The inside is fully carpeted, to assist in keeping litter inside the box, and the support framework is out of sight.  The entire remaining wall is hinged inside, and secured with strong magnets, so that nothing disrupts the elegant line.  However, it lowers flat, to allow easy access to the litter box, and rapid cleaning.</p>
<p>Since one of the cats objects to having his fur touch the inside wall of the standard covered litter box, oversized storage boxes replace the usual litter pan.  For storage, a separate, smaller hutch stacks on top of the larger one.  It is also carpeted and has a magnetically secured wall.</p>
<p>There are three sets of litter hutches throughout the interior. One set serves as a room divider in the living/entertaining room, another as a bookcase and bedside table, and the third is in a busy office, where it often ends up being the extra shelf that every office needs. Visitors are surprised to discover that these are not standard home furnishings, but cat litter hutches!</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10367" title="LitterCabinet" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/LitterCabinet.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="229" /></p>
<h2><strong>THE SAFETY BOX</strong></h2>
<p>Special needs animals pose their own issues.  The blind cat needs a place to eat undisturbed and an environment that takes into account her vulnerability.  She cannot be left unsupervised for long periods of time.  Like all cats, she loves to run, to climb, and to get into things, however, unlike a fully sighted and hearing cat, she can fail to see a door, step casually off a table or shelf because she cannot see that there is nothing there, or fail to detect the approach of a threat.</p>
<p>Eleanor and her husband have two special needs dogs &#8212; not cat friendly.  Normally, the dogs live in their own room, with  a direct outdoor exit. However, &#8220;Privilege Time&#8221; upstairs is a part of their daily routine, and the cats need to be securely protected for that period.</p>
<p>The safety box is the solution to these issues.  A completely secure environment, it contains three levels, joined by carpeted ramps that overlap the center of the base, so that there is no possibility of a cat falling any farther than 10 inches.  Since the levels are cushioned, even if a fall occurs, the landing surface is soft.</p>
<p>The floor level contains a litter hutch fitted to a regular litter pan, the entry to which is masked by the ramp to the first level. There is also a lacquered food and water tray, for easy cleaning.  A small, magnetically fastened entry door allows the cats entry and exit when it is open, but holds firmly in place when closed.  The lower walls, also with magnetic catches,  serve as flaps that can be lowered flat for easy cleaning access.</p>
<p>The roof of the hutch has a fitted cushion, attached with Velcro, easily removed for cleaning.  A third, L-shaped level, in the center of the large Plexiglas panes, allows any cat in the box a full view of the environment. This level also has a soft cushion.</p>
<p>Three levels allows three cats to co-exist in a small space during the dogs&#8217; Privilege Time without disagreements about who is lying on whose tail.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10368" title="SafetyBox1" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/SafetyBox1.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="432" /></p>
<p>Measuring  41&#8243; x 41&#8243; at the base, the box is 52&#8243; tall.  It is  constructed from lacquered wood and Plexiglas, with ventilation slots  carved in the roof and the lower sides to ensure clean air, and to allow  odors from the litter hutch to escape.  The roof, attached by six  screws, is easily removed, as are the Plexiglas panes and their frames.   For shipping, it holds the disassembled cat perches, the steps and  base from the cat stairway, and all the window cushions, with room left  over for litter scoops, toys, a full tin of the lacquer and the  remaining carpet, for repairs and touch-ups after a move.</p>
<p>All the  cats quickly colonized the safety box, with the blind cat voluntarily  spending most of her nap times inside.  The older cat also loves the  box, and they are often found curled around each other  on the top  level.   The dogs, who used to run straight to the closed door of the  room in which the cats were secured and bark insistently, run past the  box, often in a frenzied search for cats, apparently unaware that the  cats are watching them with varying degrees of disdain through the  window of the box they have just passed.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10369" title="SafetyBox2" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/SafetyBox2.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="360" /></p>
<p>Thank you so much to Eleanor for submitting these amazing designs. Eleanor writes, &#8220;Every one of these items was inspired by Moderncat. Before we began getting your mailings, I had bewailed the lack of &#8216;interesting&#8217; animal furniture available for a reasonable price in the market. It never occurred to me to design and build my own. Seeing what other people had achieved, whether commercially or DIY, changed my whole attitude, and gave me a lot of ideas, some of which are still awaiting execution!&#8221;</p>
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		<title>New Litter Hideaway Deluxe from Modernist Cat</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/11/13/new-litter-hideaway-deluxe-from-modernist-cat/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Nov 2010 15:42:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The folks over at Modernist Cat &#8212; whose cat furniture is made for an atomic ranch &#8212; just created the Litter Hideaway Deluxe. This modified version of their original Litter Hideaway has a hinged back panel for easy cleaning. Since each piece is made when ordered, you can create your own customized Litter Hideaway Deluxe [...]]]></description>
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<p>The folks over at <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/index.html" target="_blank">Modernist Cat</a> &#8212; whose cat furniture is made for an atomic ranch &#8212; just created the <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/products.html#deluxehide" target="_blank">Litter Hideaway Deluxe</a>. This modified version of their original <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/products.html#hideaway" target="_blank">Litter Hideaway</a> has a hinged back panel for easy cleaning.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-10328" title="2" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/21.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="270" /></p>
<p>Since each piece is made when ordered, you can create your own customized Litter Hideaway Deluxe by choosing the finish (natural, golden oak, walnut, or ebony stain or a custom enamel), fabric for the pad on top, and base (casters, adjustable feet, or a sleek modern frame). Check out all the options at <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/configure.html?item=deluxehide" target="_blank">www.modernistcat.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>Kitty Will Be Sitting Pretty!</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/11/08/kitty-will-be-sitting-pretty/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:13:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here&#8217;s the perfect spot for kitty to call her own. It&#8217;s a custom bench/bed with litter box concealer designed especially for feline comfort. The top has a comfy cushion that&#8217;s perfect for perching. The center is an enclosed area with flip-up door where you can place the litter box or another bed. What look like [...]]]></description>
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<p>Here&#8217;s the perfect spot for kitty to call her own. It&#8217;s a custom <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=193061&amp;m=2072&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=catsplay%2Ecom%2Fpausbench%2Ephp3" target="_blank">bench/bed with litter box concealer </a>designed especially for feline comfort. The top has a comfy cushion that&#8217;s perfect for perching. The center is an enclosed area with flip-up door where you can place the litter box or another bed. What look like drawers on the sides are actually doors enclosing two side storage compartments with adjustable shelves so you can keep all of kitty&#8217;s things nearby.</p>
<p>The bench measures 26 1/4&#8243; tall by 48&#8243; wide by 15 3/4&#8243; deep and comes ready to assemble. Available from <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=193061&amp;m=2072&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=catsplay%2Ecom%2Fpausbench%2Ephp3" target="_blank">CatsPlay.com</a> for $249 plus $59 shipping.</p>
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		<title>A Bookcase Made Just for Kitty, No Books Allowed! Plus Special Discount from CatsPlay.com</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/10/28/a-bookcase-made-just-for-kitty-no-books-allowed-plus-special-discount-from-catsplay-com/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:35:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We all know that cats tend to take over the furniture, so why not just give them what they want. This special bookcase was designed with cats in mind! Created by Sauder Woodworking Co, masters of flat-pack furniture design, this is the ultimate all-in-one piece for your feline friends. It has multiple levels for kitty [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-9936" title="Bookshelf Climber, Bed &amp; Litter Box" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Bookshelf.jpg" alt="" width="540" height="361" /></p>
<p>We all know that cats tend to take over the furniture, so why not just give them what they want. This special bookcase was designed with cats in mind! Created by <a href="http://www.sauder.com/" target="_blank">Sauder Woodworking Co</a>, masters of flat-pack furniture design, this is the ultimate all-in-one piece for your feline friends. It has multiple levels for kitty to sleep and lounge, a hidden cat-accessible nook for a litter box or a bed, and an enclosed storage cabinet. There are two built-in dangling toys and it comes with three microfiber cushions. The faux walnut veneer makes it easy to keep clean.</p>
<p>Overall dimensions are 52 1/2&#8243; tall by 52 5/8&#8243; wide by 18 3/4&#8243; deep. Comes ready to assemble. Available from <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=193061&amp;m=2072&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=catsplay%2Ecom%2Fpausbook%2Ephp3" target="_blank">CatsPlay.com</a> regularly $350, but they are offering a special discount for Moderncat readers,<strong> $75 off </strong>now through November 11. Just enter discount code <strong>bookcase </strong>at checkout and it&#8217;s yours for $275 plus shipping.</p>
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		<title>New! ModKat Litter Scoop with Innovative Packaging Design</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/09/22/new-modkat-litter-scoop-with-innovative-packaging-design/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 03:05:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The beautifully designed, ergonomic ModKat litter scoop is now available separately, and they&#8217;ve done something very innovative with the packaging. Once you remove the scoop from the package, follow the instructions to fold the package into a mini litter pan. Now you can use the brush on the side of the scoop to whisk away [...]]]></description>
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<p>The beautifully designed, ergonomic <a href="http://www.modkat.com/products/modkat-litter-box#scoop" target="_blank">ModKat litter scoop</a> is now available separately, and they&#8217;ve done something very innovative with the packaging. Once you remove the scoop from the package, follow the instructions to fold the package into a mini litter pan. Now you can use the brush on the side of the scoop to whisk away scattered litter. Smart!</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a video from ModKat designer Rich Williams with more info ( if you can&#8217;t see the video below in your email, click <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2010/09/22/new-modkat-litter-scoop-with-innovative-packaging-design/" target="_self">here</a> to watch it on the site):</p>
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<p>The ModKat scoop is available at <a href="http://www.modkat.com/collections/modkat" target="_blank">ModKat.com</a> for $12.</p>
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		<title>Moderncat September Giveaway: Litter Hideaway from Modernist Cat</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/09/01/moderncat-september-giveaway-litter-hideaway-from-modernist-cat/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:44:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This month you could win a makeover for kitty&#8217;s lavatory! Modernist Cat is offering a natural finish Litter Hideaway for the September monthly giveaway. The Litter Hideaway offers a simple and functional way to hide the litter box and provides kitty with some privacy. Handcrafted from Baltic plywood, the interior is coated with a water-resistant [...]]]></description>
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<p>This month you could win a makeover for kitty&#8217;s lavatory! Modernist Cat is offering a natural finish <a href="http://www.modernistcat.com/products.html#hideaway" target="_blank">Litter Hideaway</a> for the September monthly giveaway. The Litter Hideaway offers a simple and functional way to hide the litter box and provides kitty with some privacy. Handcrafted from Baltic plywood, the interior is coated with a water-resistant finish to make for easy clean-up. The design includes an entrance hole on one side and two smaller holes for ventilation on the opposite side. Measuring 18&#8243; x 21.5&#8243; x 19&#8243;, the Litter Hideaway allows plenty of room for cats to move around inside while taking care of business.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-9357" title="Modernist Cat Litter Hideaway" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Hideaway1.jpg" alt="Modernist Cat Litter Hideaway" width="540" height="270" /></p>
<h2><strong>EXTRA CHANCE TO WIN!</strong></h2>
<p>To enter the monthly giveaway, make sure you’re signed-up to <a onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=moderncat');" href="http://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=moderncat" target="_blank">receive Moderncat updates via email</a>. If you’re     already getting the updates but you’d like an EXTRA chance to win this     month, please <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2010/09/01/moderncat-september-giveaway-litter-hideaway-from-modernist-cat/" target="_self">leave a comment on this post</a>. Complete details on     the monthly giveaway <a title="Moderncat Giveaways" href="http://www.moderncat.net/giveaways/" target="_self">here</a>.  The  winner will be chosen in a random drawing on September 30. This giveaway  includes free shipping to addresses in the US.</p>
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		<title>Enter to Win a $50 Gift Card From AllModernPet.com! Two Winners!</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/05/28/enter-to-win-a-50-gift-card-from-allmodernpet-com-two-winners/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 15:38:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[To celebrate Memorial Day weekend we&#8217;ve got a great giveaway from AllModernPet.com! Two readers are each going to receive a $50 gift card to go shopping at this fabulous one-stop, online modern pet shopping headquarters! AllModernPet.com offers a huge variety of the coolest modern pet supplies from the top brands, including WetNoz, Holden Designs, Kittypod, [...]]]></description>
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<p>To celebrate Memorial Day weekend we&#8217;ve got a great giveaway from <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2F" target="_blank">AllModernPet.com</a>! Two readers are each going to receive a $50 gift card to go shopping at this fabulous one-stop, online modern pet shopping headquarters! <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2F" target="_blank">AllModernPet.com</a> offers a huge variety of the coolest modern pet supplies from the top brands, including <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2Fwww%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FWetnoz%2DC177901%2Ehtml" target="_blank">WetNoz</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FHolden%2DDesigns%2DC177889%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Holden Designs</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FKittypod%2DC177891%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Kittypod</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FTeafco%2DC177896%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Teafco</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FDesigner%2DCatbox%2DC313427%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Designer Catbox</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FThe%2DRefined%2DFeline%2DC177898%2Ehtml" target="_blank">The Refined Feline</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FSquare%2DCat%2DHabitat%2DC177895%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Square Cat Habitat</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FKitty%2Da%2DGo%2DGo%2DC177890%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Kitty A Go-Go</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FUrban%2DPet%2DHaus%2DC365319%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Urban Pet Haus</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FMarmalade%2DC177893%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Marmalade Pet Care</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FWest%2DPaw%2DDesign%2DC177900%2Ehtml" target="_blank">West Paw Design</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FMeowme%2DC177894%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Sleepypod</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FCatLivin%2DC232343%2Ehtml" target="_blank">Cat Livin&#8217; </a>and lots more. These are all Moderncat favorites!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8024" title="Brands" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Logos.jpg" alt="Brands" width="540" height="238" /></p>
<p>Not only does <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2F" target="_blank">AllModernPet.com</a> carry all the best moderncat gear &#8212; from <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FCat%2DBeds%2DC314009%2Ehtml" target="_blank">beds</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FScratchers%2DC180632%2Ehtml" target="_blank">scratchers</a>, and <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2Fasp%2Fkeyword%2Easp%3Fkeyword%3Dcat%2Bperch%26command%3Ddosearch%26matchtype%3D%26keywordvalue%3D" target="_blank">perches</a> to <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FDishes%2DC180665%2Ehtml" target="_blank">feeding dishes</a>, <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FCarriers%2Dand%2DTotes%2DC179257%2Ehtml" target="_blank">carriers</a>, and <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2FLitter%2DBox%2DC180697%2Ehtml" target="_blank">designer litter boxes</a> &#8212; but they frequently offer amazing deals like deep discounts and free shipping.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8025" title="Products" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Products1.jpg" alt="Products" width="465" height="398" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-8026" title="Products" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/Products2.jpg" alt="Products" width="540" height="200" /></p>
<h2 style="text-align: left;"><strong>ENTER TO WIN! TWO WINNERS!</strong></h2>
<p style="text-align: left;">Two lucky winners are each going to receive a $50 gift card to <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2F" target="_blank">AllModernPet.com</a>! To enter, please visit <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2F" target="_blank">AllModernPet.com</a> and take a look around, then come back here and <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2010/05/28/enter-to-win-a-50-gift-card-from-allmodernpet-com-two-winners/" target="_self">leave a comment on this post</a> giving us an idea of what you&#8217;d spend your $50 gift card on. There are so many things to choose from! The winners will be chosen in a random drawing on June 4. One entry per person. The gift cards may be used toward the purchase price and shipping charges for any product at <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2F" target="_blank">AllModernPet.com</a>. Please note that <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=352603&amp;b=65867&amp;m=11035&amp;afftrack=&amp;urllink=www%2Eallmodernpet%2Ecom%2F" target="_blank">AllModernPet.com</a> only delivers to addresses in the US and Canada.</p>
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		<title>More Korean Kitty Design</title>
		<link>http://www.moderncat.net/2010/05/22/more-korean-kitty-design/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 May 2010 15:02:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>moderncat</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Earlier this month I showed you some beautiful climbing furniture from Korean company Trillo. Here is another company from Korea, Nabinamu, offering a whimsical line of cat furniture including climbing towers, litter box hiders, raised feeders, and shelf perches. Very fun and colorful and it looks like everything is made of solid natural wood.]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: left;">Earlier this month I showed you some beautiful climbing furniture from Korean company <a href="http://www.moderncat.net/2010/05/01/moderncat-finds-from-korea-introducing-trillo/" target="_self">Trillo</a>. Here is another company from Korea, <a href="http://www.nabinamu.com/" target="_blank">Nabinamu</a>, offering a whimsical line of cat furniture including climbing towers, litter box hiders, raised feeders, and shelf perches. Very fun and colorful and it looks like everything is made of solid natural wood.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-7942" title="nabinamu2" src="http://www.moderncat.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/nabinamu2.jpg" alt="nabinamu2" width="540" height="256" /></p>
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