CAT-SICLES FOR THE SUMMER!

Ingredients:

• 8 tbsp Greek yogurt** (unsweetened, unflavored, xylitol-free)

• 2 strawberries, chopped

• 4-8 blueberries, cut in half

Supplies Needed:

• Silicone popsicle mold

• Cutting board

• Knife

• Blender

Yield: 4 popsicles

Serving size: 1/2—1 popsicle*

Prep time: 15 minutes

Freeze time: 6 hours—overnight

INSTRUCTIONS:

STEP 1

Chop up your strawberries without the stems and add them to 4 tbsp of Greek Yogurt.

STEP 2

Now blend it all up. Pour the mix into your mold, or even ice cube trays if you’re in a bind!

STEP 3

Repeat the same process with strawberries and pour it into the remaining molds.

STEP 4

Keep your babies cool and satisfied with these yummy pet-friendly popsicles!

Introducing refreshing and easy-to-make cat popsicles, or as we like to call them: Catsicles! With simple ingredients like strawberries and blueberries, treat your feline friend to a cool summer delight. Remember, moderation is key—treats should make up only 10% of their daily calorie intake. But this recipe makes sure that the 10% truly counts!

Freeze the mixture for at least 6 hours or preferably overnight. And be gentle when removing the catsicle from the mold, you don’t want to be serving your fur baby any broken catsicles!

Disclaimer: This recipe is intended as a treat or snack. If your pet has any health issues, or if you have any concerns, consult your pet’s veterinarian before offering this food item. The Ice Cream can be kept in the freezer for upto 8 weeks.

Cat Nap Chronicles: Decoding why your cat sleeps so much (and Why It’s Purrrfectly Normal)

Ever walked in on your cat snoozing away in the middle of day while you are busting your back making lunch? Or just glanced over at your kitten curled up in a sun puddle during your hectic zoom call meetings? Chances are, you have caught them sleeping more often than you’ve seen them doing anything else, almost to the point of concern. This article’s sole aim is to ease your worries about this. When it comes to your cat, it is vital to trust your instincts.

Loving them not only means endless cuddles, but also an almost innate understanding of your cat’s behaviour. It is good to know that cats are crepuscular creatures, meaning they are mostly active during dusk and dawn, typically when we are at our least active. This gives them the following advantages:

• Usually helps avoid predators

• Escape the heat of the scorching daytime

• Face less competition over prey

Their sleeping patterns also tend to change with age:

• Kittens: snooze throughout majority of the day, only displaying energy between mealtimes (in the form of yipping, nibbling, and running)

• Adolescents: tend to be most unpredictable – you never know when the high energy is going to hit

• Adults: are known to sleep 12-20 hours and unlike for humans, are not judged for doing so.

Weather additionally also plays a role in their sleeping patterns. Most irregular sleeping can be blamed on weather changes. But if it persists, it is always wise to check with a vet. There are some pesky illnesses that affect sleep for cats and it is a good idea to be on the lookout for signs of the following:

• Hyperthyroidism

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Dementia

Morale of the article, just take the time to admire your furry friend’s cuteness as they snooze because it is usually normal for them to do so.