Proud to be an Americat

Hey cats and kittens! We’re getting ready for the most red, white, and blue of holidays, 4th of July. Can you even call yourself a Pawtriot if you don’t set off 2,340,538 fireworks well past curfew? Or in direct violation of bans designed to prevent you from setting ALL of California on fire?

Of course you can’t. But in the true spirit of celebrating our freedom from oppressive regimes, taxation without representation, and tea, let’s not forget those among us who count on the rest to ensure their safety and comfort.

I’m talking about the cats, of course. But truly, all pets. Also veterans, immigrants, refugees, gun violence victims, and any number of other fellow human and animal beings suffering from fear of loud noises, noise triggered PTSD, and the like.

If you have indoor/outdoor cats, give them a chance to hide in their favorite safe place inside this weekend. Be vigilant for people abusing animals with fireworks. It’s both disgusting and illegal.

I’m not taking away your fireworks, only asking for a bit of empathetic consideration. Stay cool, cats.