Tux and Shadow and “Social Distancing”

 

Like everyone else, Tux and Shadow have been obeying the Governor of New Mexico’s edict to “stay home“, which is pretty much what they do anyhow, other than visits to the vet, so the impact of their mandated self-quarantine has been pretty much negligible.  On the other hand, Tux has a scheduled “curbside” visit to the vet next week, so we’ll see how that goes.  To date, I haven’t found any cat-sized masks.

While enjoying the peace and quiet of home, they’ve spent time gazing out the window at our goldfish pond, watching hummingbirds flitting around the feeders, playing with household items and generally taking very l-o-n-g catnaps.  However, they haven’t just frittered away their time, but have taken a real interest in my cookbook collection, sniffing out a couple for reading and picking out a few recipes to try.   Not having opposable thumbs, however, they find it hard to get their paws around the kitchen equipment, so guess who will be doing the cooking?

 

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Tux and Shadow Pose (sort of) for Portraits

Several weeks ago, I was surprised to receive a package from the good folks at Chewy. com.  Inside were two beautiful hand-painted portraits of Tux and Shadow, by artist Mechelle Roskiewicz (LovedDogsArt).  They were done solely from photos I had previously sent to Chewy.com, of the cats playing with their favourite Chewy cartons.

Since Tux was “Pet of the Month” in the September, 2019 issue of “Albuquerque the Magazine”, and Shadows‘ film “Litter Must be Just Right” was included in the November, 2019 “Furry Burque Festival”, the addition of portraits to their repertoire is really going to give them swelled heads!

Enjoy!

 


Tux and portrait by artist
Mechelle Roskiewicz

Shadow and portrait by artist Mechelle Roskiewicz

Shadow’s Day in the Limelight

Well, Tux was featured as “Pet of the Month” in the September, 2019 issue of “Albuquerque the Magazine” and now Shadow is in the limelight!

His video “Litter Must be Just Right” will be featured at the second annual “Furry Burque Film Festival”, to be held November 17th,  2019, in Albuquerque.  Congratulations, Shadow!

Unfortunately, since I do not have video capabilities on this site, I can’t show you the video, but it really is cute (not that I’m biased in any way).


Shadow’s video will be featured in the Albuquerque “Furry Burque Film Festival”

 

(Shadow can add this honour to his resume´)

Introducing “Tux”….Pet of the Month in “Albuquerque the Magazine”!

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Music – “I’m Too Sexy” from Hits! by Right Said Fred. Released: 2010. 

Well, Tux has made it to the “big time”.  He was selected as “Pet of the Month” in the September, 2019 issue of “Albuquerque the Magazine”.  However, fame has not gone to his head (yet).  Pretty soon, he’ll be rubbing elbows with all the big dogs (so to speak!)…..

 


Tux – “Albuquerque the Magazine”s choice for Pet of the Month, September, 2019

“Here’s what my people said about me!”

“Geez, am I sexy or what! Eat your heart out, Shadow!”

He’s What’s Known as a “Silent Partner”

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Music – “Top Cat” from Feline Groovy: Songs for Swingin’ Cats by Mark Steyn. Released: 2015

Little Nipper” was the name of the dog whose picture was shown with the slogan “His Master’s Voice” and which later became the trademark of RCA.  Although he has lived with Tux and Shadow for nearly 11 years, he has yet to speak…


“He sure doesn’t say much!”

“What’s the matter? Cat got your tongue?”

“He likes me!”

“Speak to me, oh great Nipper”

“Really, I didn’t do it! It was Nipper”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Photos by Sue Jimenez, in cooperation with Tux, Shadow and Little Nipper)

July 11th is “All-American Pet Photo Day”!

Music – “Take My Picture” from Andyland by Andy Robinson. Released: 2017

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Well, according to the Albuquerque Journal 2019 Pet Calendar, today, July 11th is “All-American Pet Photo Day”, and since Tux and Shadow are not exactly camera-shy, they insisted we participate…..

(all photos by Sue Jimenez)

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Shadow and Tux Just Hangin’ Out

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“Cool Cat Mewsic” from Animal Songs for Children by Tim Stockman. Released: 2010.

Tux and Shadow recently turned 11 years of age…..I wonder why they don’t have gray hair like I do!?

 

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March 22nd is “Cuddly Kitten Day”!

Music – “I Love You Kitty Cat” from For the Kids!, Vol. 2 by David Thomas. Released: 2016.

March 22nd, 2019 is “Cuddly Kitten Day”.  Go ahead.  Cuddle one (or two).  Even better, adopt one (or two!) 

 

ALL PHOTOS IN THE SLIDESHOW COURTESY OF ASPCA

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Shadow and Tux want you to go out and cuddle a kitten on March 22nd! (Photo Credit: Sue Jimenez)

Can Cats Croon Christmas Carols?

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Music – The 12 Days of Christmas” from Funny Cat: Christmas Songs by Funny Cats. Released: 2012.

Well, Christmas 2018 has come and gone at our house and Tux and Shadow are recuperating from their busy morning amid heaps of wrapping paper, a cat toy or two, and general good fun.

All photos by Sue Jimenez, 2018

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Desert Observer

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Music- “What’s New Pussycat? (Main Title)” from What’s New Pussycat? by Tom Jones. Released: 2008.

All photos by Sue Jimenez unless otherwise noted

 


“It’s all in the eyes…”

“Any idea where the issue is on “Flora and Fauna of the High Desert?”

“I’ve looked everywhere….it’s got to be here somewhere…”

“I’m very into the desert fauna and keep a watch out for critters in the area…”

“As you can see, I’ve taken up my secondary post in order to review the previous day’s observances”

“I’m now ready to take up my watch”

“There appears to be some movement around the firethorn bushes…”

“Just as I thought! A beautiful specimen of Picoides scalaris! (for those not in the know, a Ladder-backed Woodpecker)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


“I’m trying to covertly observe that Sialia mexicana out there, but I think he’s spotted me…”

“Yes, I believe it WAS a White-lined Sphinx that I saw!”

“Shadow and I confronted one of these guys some time ago, inside our house….a “vinegaroon”, which looks a lot like a scorpion…they spray acetic acid if
disturbed….glad we didn’t disturb him!” (Photo Credit: http://www.tumblr.com)

“Bonus day! A nice Sylvilagus audubonii…and right outside the window!”

“After a quick de-briefing of the day’s observances, it’s time for kitty dinner!”

“I know this post is ALL about Tux, but I just can’t help but admiring that handsome feline reflected in the refrigerator door”