Sunday, June 7, 2026

June 7-13 is Pet Appreciation Week

 Pet Appreciation Week was created by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) in 1981 to raise awareness about overall pet care. The purpose is to recognize pet owners’ responsibilities toward pet care, fostering, and adoption. 

These days many Pet Pawrents' have both busy schedules and lives, and sometimes they don’t have the time to spoil their pets like they want to. Pet Appreciation Week can be their answer! This special week lets pet owners recognize how much pets give to their lives and how their never-ending love and silliness makes them laugh.

To us pets, our Peeps  are our world, and we depend on our humans to take care of us. And on this special week our Peeps can spoil us pets more (than they already do) during this week. (June 7–13 — a short week, but I, Marvelous, am endlessly appreciative.)

As Marvelous Marv, Supreme Feline of the Boundary Realm, I present…

Marv’s Official Pet Appreciation Week Wish List

(as dictated by Marvelous Marv himself)

Extra Snuggle Rations

  • Royal Snuggle Windows These are the officially sanctioned cuddle moments chosen entirely by me. If I hop onto Peep’s lap, shoulder, chest, or pillow, snuggle time begins immediately. No negotiations.

  • Peep‑Powered Warmth Boost Peep must provide optimal warmth: blanket tent, heated lap, or the “human hot‑water‑bottle position.” Bonus points if she stays still while I knead her with my majestic paws.

  • Cheek & Chin Tribute Scritches Gentle, rhythmic scritches delivered with reverence. Duration: until I dramatically flop or roll over for more.

  • The Full Body Melt Session When I stretch out and become a warm, purring puddle, Peep must adjust pillows, blankets, or her own posture so I remain perfectly comfortable.

  • Quiet Admiration Time No talking, no moving — just Peep gazing lovingly at me while I purr, blink slowly, or pretend to sleep but actually monitor her devotion.

Royal Snuggle Windows

  • Morning Majesty Window When I perform my first elegant stretch or soft chirp, Peep must acknowledge that snuggle time has begun. All human tasks are paused until I am fully adored.

  • Midday Surprise Window Triggered when I appear silently beside Peep like a handsome ghost. If I lean, flop, or present my side, she must respond instantly.

  • Golden Hour Window When the late‑afternoon sun hits my whiskers just right, I may curl up on Peep’s lap. She must adjust blankets and posture to support maximum Marv comfort.

  • Evening Melt Window After dinner, I become a soft, warm loaf. If I settle on Peep’s lap or chest, she must remain still and admire me.

  • Nighttime Guardian Window When I take my rightful place at Peep’s side (or on her pillow), she must offer gentle scritches and whisper admiration until I decide to patrol.

Gourmet Treat Moments

  • Daily Fancy Bite A tiny but luxurious treat presented with ceremony. Preferably on the “special plate.”

  • Surprise Snack Offering Peep may present an unexpected treat when I least expect it - but always when I most deserve it.

Window Throne Time

  • Prime Bird‑Watching Portal Peep must open the curtains to my exact specifications so I can monitor birds, breezes, and neighborhood happenings.

  • Cushion Adjustment Service My throne must be fluffed, rotated, or warmed as needed.

Brushy Spa Session

  • Gentle Floof Enhancement A soft brushing session that enhances my natural glory and reduces shed. Peep must admire the results.

  • Tail‑End Finishing Touch A final gentle stroke down my tail to complete the spa ritual.

Storytime Spotlight

  • Daily Tale of My Greatness Peep tells me (and the blog) one short story about my adventures, charm, or heroic deeds.

  • Bonus Compliment Clause Peep must include at least one line about how handsome, clever, or important I am.

Evening Lap Reservation

  • Guaranteed Lap Spot After dinner, I receive priority seating on Peep’s lap — regardless of what humans claim they “need to do.”

  • Warm Blanket Inclusion A soft blanket must be provided for maximum coziness. 

     

    What would YOU Add to YOUR PURRSONAL LIST? 

Thursday, June 4, 2026

June 4 is Hug a Cat Day!

At our house we are celebrating Hug Your Cat Day on June 4th. Today is the perfect excuse to spoil your feline - but at our house, we are NOT big huggers (unlike previous cats). Making us hug,can stress us out. We have our Mom so well trained, that she asks us if we want to be hugged!!

Today, she came into the living rook and said

"Who would like cuddles?" 

This was Jo Jo's response

Mom then turned and looked at us boys, (who were napping on the sofa) 

What about either of you guys?

So Peeps (who read our blog), Kozmo, Jo Jo and I recommend you (and our Mom) keep these safe-cuddle tips in mind:

Watch for Consent: 

 Look for "green light" body language like slow blinking, relaxed ears, and gentle head bobbing.

Keep it Brief: 

Practice the "3-second rule." Give them a quick cuddle, then reward them with a treat or extra playtime.

If you follow the above, you can sometime talk cats who don't like cuddles to come around... 

Yes! Jo Jo did go for a tummy tickle! She LOVES those!


 We hope that you have as good a day as we did!