LOL at these cats in a friendly way
Yes, they’re everywhere on the Internet and at film festivals. But the Denver Dumb Friends League wants to get the real, 3-D, purring-like-motorboat critters into your house and in your face. campaign is out to promote cat adoptions. While there’s no specific adoption special planned (fees to adopt cats at least a year old are only $10) the league tends to becomes chock-a-block with adoptable felines in spring and early summer. (And on May 4, canines will steal the spotlight in the league’s annual Furry Scurry fundraiser, so it was time for cats to get their dig in). Is there a cat video to go with this? Silly question. bit.ly/YY8ns3 or ddfl.org
Go far, far away for the animals
You’d make sure your pets were well cared for if you happened to nab a trip to Barbados, a South African photo safari or a getaway to the Canadian Arctic, wouldn’t you? Those are just some of the live auction items that’ll be on the block at Puttin’ on the Leash, the at 6 p.m. April 27 at the Coors Event Center in Boulder. Guests include Channel 7 meteorologist Mike Nelson and Broadway Animal Hospital veterinarian Lee Woods. Tickets start at $60 per person (21 and older only). boulderhumane.org
Unkillable squeakers, posh packs
April is National Pet Month, says Centennial-based pet-product maker Kyjen. That means it could be time for a new squeaker, backpack, or puzzle toy for your dog pal. The company’s product designers have created a line of toys called Invincibles that keep squeaking even after being punctured by a fierce chewer. Kyjen also has rubber, plastic and plush to keep the pack busy pursuing solutions instead of disassembling the furniture. Its Outward Hound brand travel gear includes backpacks, bowls and life jackets, plus with D-rings for leash attachment. kyjen.com
