Spoiled cats and the art of nuzzling

Watson here and I just received an email from Me and Ow (fondly known as the Brat Cats). It seems that they have taken offense with the last article on nuzzling. They are complaining that I did not mention cats at all. Well, the article was about dogs, but I aim to please, so let us explore the secret codes of cats.

Just like dogs, cats have scent glands in their cheeks, paws, and under the tail. When cats nuzzle by pressing their face into someone, they are marking them with their signature perfume. This scent is a source of comfort and familiarity reminding them that they are safe.

Cats have several ways to show affection, but occasionally they can be annoying. Getting up close and personal to your face is one way they demand attention and get petting. However, not all cats enjoy physical contact. Instead of touching, they may follow their person for companionship.

Other ways they display affection are rubbing against your chin, sniffing your nose, and nestling next to your neck. These actions are ways to show how much they care about you. Nibbling, licking, and gentle little bites are your cat’s way of kissing.

Massages with paws and claws are forms of kneading. Kittens learn kneading from their mothers. It provides comfort and serves as a display of love. If the claws give you pause, it is time to trim your cat’s nails.

Cats give intense eye contact to those they love. If your cat is purring while giving you the look of love, you have a purrfect relationship. Fortunately, for me the cat does not have my tongue.
XOXO Watson

LOOKING FOR A HOME
We have eight adorable, energetic Border Collie/Heeler/mix puppies. This is a foster to adopt opportunity for puppy parents. Call 775-423-7500 for details.

Policy, however, prohibits adopting out puppies or kittens under the age of six months to a home with children under 5 years of age. This is to protect both the children and the animal.
 
IN NEED OF
Recipes! We are presently compiling a CAPS favorite cookbook to raise funds. Please send us your favorite recipes to include in our collection. Our contact information is below.

We desperately need Blue Buffalo puppy food! Presently, we have eight hungry puppies that are eating us out of house and home.

Dry cat food and Friskies wet. Dry dog food and Pedigree wet food.

Folks to help “Pup Grade” our shelter the details are below.

Aluminum cans. If you have cans to pick up, give us a call (775-423-7500) and we will come get them. You can also drop them off at CAPS.
 
SHOUT OUT TO
Alice Harrison for donating dog toys. A pooch smooch to you!
American Car Wash for donating $750 through its donate a nickel program! A Four-Paw-Salute to you!

 

COME SEE US

CAPS is now open, by appointment only, for adoptions, SNAPS, and food pantry. We cannot accept volunteers until further notice. Call 775-423-7500.
 
DON’T FORGET
April Pet Holiday: International Pooper Scooper Week

You can help “Pup Grade” our kennels. We rely on fundraisers, donations, and volunteers but the pandemic has crippled our sources of revenue. At this time, our kennels are in need of serious service. We need permanent roofs over the outdoor kennels and new flooring in the indoor kennels. If you are able to contribute expertise, supplies, or monetary assistance please call at 775-423-7500.
 
CONTACT CAPS 
CAPS’ mailing address is P.O. Box 5128, Fallon, NV 89407. CAPS’ phone number is 775-423 7500.

CAPS’ email address is caps@cccomm.net. Please visit the CAPS website (www.capsnevada.com) and Facebook page (Churchill Animal Protection Society). Be sure to “Like” CAPS on Facebook because we are likeable.
CAPS is open to the public on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kathleen Williams-Miller is a CAPS volunteer. Contact me at jkwmil@outlook.com.