Daddy Mark, Fred and Scooby

First thing Sunday morning we learned of two losses.

Kattonic Cats (Zippy, Sadie & Speedy) lost their human dad.

There is usually a graphic when a kitty passes, so we thought we would make one for Daddy Mark.  (You're welcome to use it if you'd like.) We send big {{{hugs}}} and supportive love to Mom Donna.  She's been posting some news on Facebook but supportive comments can be left on the Kattonic Cats blog.



The second thing we read Sunday morning was that Fred the bloodhound was put to sleep after having 17 seizures within 24 hours.  We knew he was having cluster seizures Friday but hoped they could be controlled.  We didn't make Fred a graphic, as photos on the blog are copyrighted. 


Fred visited our blog last year and we enjoyed visiting him.  We're sad he lost his health battle. Hugs to his human.  She has also been posting on Facebook but supportive comments can be left on the Hound Girl blog. 

Graphic by KC of the Cat Blogosphere

And then last night we saw more bad news in our Reader.  Scooby of Little Cat Feet died suddenly and unexpectedly yesterday afternoon.  You can read the details in his mom's post "Scooby Has Gone to Rainbow Bridge."  We have enjoyed Scooby, Shaggy & Scout's posts for several years now and we will miss Scooby.   Big {{{hugs}}} and supportive love for his human mom.


We know many of you are already aware of the three deaths, but some aren't and we wanted to do a memorial post anyway. Don't worry about leaving us a comment today.  We'd rather you visit the grieving.

Baby Patches FursShopPawty

The blogging and tweeting communities are gathering together this weekend to help Baby Patches and her mom keep their store open. As we write this, they have reached 84% of their Chip In goal. 

The reason for the need can be read in A Sincere Request.

A FursShopPawty is being held today (Saturday) for any of you on Twitter.


We know a number of you are on Pinterest, so we thought we'd let you know the latest Vipre Security newsletter includes an article on passwords and ends with a warning for Pinterest -

Also, the social networking site Pinterest is becoming a hotbed for hackers and spammers. If you see a deal that’s too good to be true on Pinterest, it probably is.

You can read the entire article here. 

Jan is still having problems with her arm and hand from the fall last week, so we're still humansitting and keeping a low profile.  But we wanted to post something for Baby Patches and her mom. 

Puppy Duckling

Hey, Sam here.  Before I say anything else, I want you to know I didn't do it!  I know your first thought will be it was my fault.  Or Buddy or Merci caused it.  Or maybe the kitties.  But none of us were even outside so no  matter what anyone thinks, I was not present.  I didn't trip Jan.  I didn't push her.  And I didn't swing around and hit her with my brick butt.  (Brick Butt, that's what Jan calls me.)  So I am completely and totally innocent.  Remember that, please.

I have a short doggy and duckling video for you today.  These two, the dog and the duckling, live in China and are best friends.  Jan won't let me have my own duckling.  She says I don't pay attention to what I'm doing and I'd either step or sit on it.  Where would she get such a crazy idea? 


If the video doesn't play, click here.

Oh, we won't be around much for a day or two or whatever.  Jan fell while cutting weeds along the walk yesterday and besides lots of soft tissue pain, she injured her hand and shoulder, so she has trouble typing and we'll have to fill in for her on other projects. 

Jan was tripped by a weed with a tough root system and a strong will to live.  I am innocent.  We Funny Farmers are all completely innocent.  This time.

Jayden and Good News

Hey, Merci here.  I grabbed the typing chair and keyboard while Jan is in the kitchen so I can share a funny video of Jayden.  Wonder what Jan would do if any of us slammed a door on her when one of us is in trouble.  Unfortunately, we don't have any doors to slam around here.  We have doors, it just wouldn't be possible to slam one.  Buddy and Sam have tried it.  Believe me, it doesn't work.  (Jan hangs laundry to dry on them so they don't even close.

This is very short, so enjoy it.


 If the video doesn't play, click here.

Last December the Houston Pittie Pack lost 5 members in a fire (Prayers for Houston Pittie Pack.)  It's been a painful and emotional road for the family - mom, dad, toddler and two surviving pitties.  Today they share some very exciting and happy news.  In case you haven't read it yet, we aren't going to spoil their surprise.  But you can read it in The Big Reveal.

Congratulations to all at the Houston Pittie Pack!  We're excited for you!  You really needed some good news.

Now go read their big news.  :)