That is way too lazy, cat owners!
OK, I’m drawing the line. I’m drawing the red laser line.
There’s a new product that apparently is making waves in the pet world, and I have to say, it’s ridiculous. It’s the BOLT Interactive Laser Toy, made by FroliCat. You set the toy on the ground and it basically points a laser all over the room while your cat (or dog, I guess) chases it.
That is it. If you are too lazy to point your own laser, you shouldn’t own a cat! Unless you are not physically able to hold a laser pointer, you need to be doing this yourself. This is the ultimate in laziness.
“But it’s won all kinds of awards,” you say. True. It was named the Best in Show in the cat category (or category as I’ll call it) at the Global Pet Expo earlier this year. The only thing this tells us that the judges are advocates of laziness.
“Maybe you could leave it on while you’re gone,” you say. No. Unless you are gone for a silly long time every day, no. Want a better solution? Get your cat a friend! Adopt a second cat or maybe even a dog.
“But it’s only $20,” you say. No. Spend $20 on taking your cat to the vet or donate $20 to an animal cause.
Don’t buy an automatic laser pointer, unless you’re too lazy to hold your own laser pointer, in which case you are too lazy to even own a cat in the first place.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – Ants in Norman’s pants
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Two museum events will focus on ants. (Norman)
- Dog events have foes howling in Oklahoma. (Ardmore)
- Youth Expo winners take top honors. (statewide)
- Animal plan wins support. (Oklahoma House of Representatives)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Check out the Sooner Lake eagles
In case you haven’t heard, there is a spectacular live camera on an eagle’s nest at Sooner Lake, which is, oddly enough, near Stillwater.
The eaglets and their parents are adjusting to their new life as a family, and the view is amazing. Right now both adults are in the nest, and I’m not sure what they’re doing besides being blown by the Oklahoma wind. Regardless, the footage is amazing.
You can watch the eagles here, or you can check out the main site here. The camera is run by the folks at the George Miksch Sutton Avian Research Center. But be patient – the video takes a few seconds to load. It’s worth the wait.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today, yesterday and Saturday -
- Del Shake wins futurity by neck. (Oklahoma City)
- In Hawaii, native birds face ‘disaster.’
- Biologist voiced chimp concerns.
- Expert will examine skull discovered at wildlife refuge. (Oklahoma City)
- Remington Park may be sold. (Oklahoma City)
- Gypsy horses mesmerize ranchers. (Blanchard)
- Horse group chief having ride of life. (Oklahoma City)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Edmond Pet of the Week
Trucker is a neutered male, tan and black German shepherd and Chinese sharpie mix. He is about four months old and is current on his vaccinations. He has been at the shelter since Feb. 25.
Velcro is a neutered male, gray tiger and white domestic shorthair. He is about 2 years old and is current on his vaccinations. He has been at the shelter since Feb. 17.
Adoption fees are $70 for cats and dogs at Edmond Animal Welfare Shelter, 2424 Old Timbers Drive in the Cross Timbers Municipal Complex on Covell Road east of Interstate 35. It is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Saturdays are only for adoptions and pickups.
For more information, call 216-7615.
Recipe – Canine Carrot Cookies
Check out these tasty treats from a recipe provided by HealthyDogFood.org.
Canine Carrot Cookies
2 c. unbleached flour rice flour or rye flour.
1 c. rolled oats
1/4 c. wheat germ
Combine carrots, eggs and garlic. Mix until smooth. Add dry ingredients. Roll out on heavily floured surface and cut into bars or desired shapes. Brush with egg white before baking for a glossy finish. Bake at 300 degrees for 45 minutes . The centers will continue to harden as they cool.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Nix Lips tix!
We’re out of Lipizzaner tickets! Congrats to our two big winners: Glynis Crawford and Lisa Janssen! Have fun at the show!
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Spider video
Here is a video report on the spider found at the Tulsa Whole Foods Market on Sunday. A Tulsa biologist said he believes the spider is a Brazillian Wandering Spider, one of the most deadly species of spider in the world. It apparently found its way to Tulsa with a shipment of bananas from Honduras.
- Staff Writer Bryan Dean
We still have four free Lipizzaner tickets!
Congrats to our first winner, Lisa Janssen! She won our first prize package to see the Lipizzaner Stallions perform this Sunday!
So what does that mean? You, too, can win a prize package worth $100! We have four tickets to give away, so check out the contest!
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Deadly or not, spider will do no harm. (Tulsa)
- A reel father-and-son activity. (page 12a)
- Attractions escape sting of economy. (Oklahoma City)
- Children swarm to Bug Fest. (Norman)
- Pet Tales: Lost dog finds a home. (El Reno)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
