Purrr-fect Cat Lover Gifts for Valentine's Day

If you want to see your valentine purr with pleasure on February 14th, we've got some gift ideas to help you surprise and delight even the most finicky cat lover in your life.   From gifts that fund programs to help abused animals to a movie night of cuddling, we're ready to let the cat out of the bag and announce some gift ideas that will help make this Valentine's Day your best one yet.

Share your Love for the ASPCA: Send Flowers that Give Back

Flowers are the cat’s meow of all Valentine's Day gifts. This year you can give flowers that not only express your love for that special someone in your life, but also show your love for animals and the ASPCA. Purchase your flowers through Teleflora and they’ll donate 20% of the purchase price to the ASPCA.  Browse Teleflora/ASPCA Valentine's Day Bouquets

Cool Cat: Porcelain Figurine

Artist Kim Lawrence has created an exquisite Gentle Companion figurine of a person embracing a cat. Emotive and romantic, this tasteful contemporary porcelain gift is a lovely addition to any home. 6.75" H.  $35.88 from Amazon.

Groovin' Kitty: Ipod or MP3 Speaker

This adorable, posable plush cat has built-in speakers that plays music from your iPod/MP3 player or most any other music source; and it dances! Squeeze the left paw to use the pet in speaker-mode only. Automatic shut-off. Includes audio connection cable plus 4.5V DC power jack (adapter is not included). Uses 3 AA batteries (not included). 12" high. Kitten Dancing MP3 Ipod Speaker, $49.95 from Potpourri Group

Some Meow-velous Bling: Cat-Themed Jewelry

     

Jewelry is often at the top of gift requests on Valentine’s Day and these adorable cat-themed items won’t disappoint the special cat lover in your life.

Collectible Ceramic Sweetheart Kitty Pin: This cute, heart-covered ceramic cat pin brightens up any wardrobe.  $19.98 from Nature's Jewelry.

Edward Gorey Sterling Silver Dangling Cat Pendant, This whimsical kitty sterling silver necklace was adapted from illustrator Edward Gorey''s cover illustration for his book series, Amphigorey. The artist''s signature appears on the back. $49.95 from Potpourri Gifts.

Love My Pet Earrings: Artist Mark Poulin captures the sweet, unconditional love of cats in these delightfully simple earrings.  Handcrafted of sterling silver and enamel, they are the perfect way to express your love. $48.00 from Uncommon Goods.

Purrr-fect Pet Parents: Cat Mom and Cat Dad Apparel

          

This adorable women’s hoodie by Embroidery4U tells the world what your cat already knows, you’re the “Purrr-fect Cat Mom”.  Embroidered cat curled up with a smile on its face as it dreams of its pet parent makes this a lovely gift for any cat mom.  Available in XS-XL, from Zazzle, $49.25.
It’s not just women that are crazy cat ladies; "real men love cats too" and want to tell the world about it in these stylish t-shirt by Rekoe’s Room. Available in various colors, sizes S-3XL, Cafepress, $25 t-shirt or $38 zip hoodie.

Unleash your Thoughts: Cat’s Meow Journal

Let the fun and funky cats adorning this journal cover will inspire the recipient to fill its pages with wise and witty words. Embossed with gloss highlights. 160 lined pages, 5 wide x 7 high, bookbound, elastic band place holder. $8.99 from Amazon.

Cuddle Corner: Movie Night

Enjoy movie night with the one you love watching some of the best movies featuring fabulous felines. Amazon $5.99-$18.49.

                    

Some of our top movie picks featuring cats include:

Oldies but Goodies: That Darn Cat and Harry and Tonto

Friendly Rivalry: The Adventures of Milo and Otis and Cats vs. Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore

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Winter Storm Dangers for Pets

Pets are not immune to the potential dangers that can cause injury both during and immediately after winter snow storms.  Storm-related injuries sustained by a puppy and kitten treated at MSPCA-Angell in Boston should make pet owners pause and take notice about precautionary measures they can take to help ensure their pet's safety during inclement weather.

Fortunately, both animals treated by the MSPCA are now stable as they recover from their serious injuries. The puppy was a beagle that required amputation of its tail and a pin placed in its leg after it was hit by a snow plow. The kitten encountered severe burns to its paw pads as a result of the corrosive chemicals in ice melt products used by property owners and public works departments to prevent slips and falls on ice.
There are some simple steps you can take to prevent these injuries from occurring in your pets:

• Always use pet-safe, salt-free ice melter on your property. The chemicals in ice melts that are not designed with pets in mind can cause severe burns to a pet’s paw pads.
   
• Use paw protection products on your pet’s paws when they are outdoors. Even if you use pet-safe ice melt, your neighbor or your public works department likely does not do the same. See our article with reviews of paw protection products for pets for more information on bootie and paw ointment options.
   
• Don’t let your pet outdoors off-leash. Even if you have an "outdoor" cat or your dog is well-trained to come when called there are too many risks that could compromise their life during a storm.  If a driver sees your pet running into the street and there is snow or ice on the pavement, even the most well-intentioned, animal-loving driver can’t fully control their car when they slam on the brakes quickly to prevent themselves from hitting your pet.
   
• Always wash your pet’s paws after they come in from outdoors.  Chances are they will lick their paws clean if you don’t do it for them.  If the road salt chemicals on their paws is ingested it could be toxic.
   
• Bundle up your pet before taking it outdoors.  Some people think putting coats on dogs and cats is going overboard, but pets are prone to hypothermia and frostbite, particularly senior pets and breeds that are short-haired or hairless.  When the temperature dips and the winds are howling, dress your pet appropriately to protect it from these winter dangers.
  
  
• Older pets need extra care during the cold weather, as noted by the experts from The Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in their new book, 'Good Old Dog: Expert Advice for Keeping your Aging Dog Happy, Healthy and Comfortable'.  Shorter walks, extra-warm bedding and even pet-heating pads can help alleviate the joint stiffness pets often experience when the temparature drops outside.

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Valentine's Day Gift Ideas for Dog Lovers

Love is in the air this month and our list of irresistible dog-themed gifts for Valentine’s Day is certain to surprise and delight your pooch-loving friends, family or significant other. With ideas ranging from wine bottles personalized with your favorite photo to sleepwear that will bring out the animal in you and Valentine's Day cards that help shelter animals, these gifts are sure to make February 14th a special day for any dog lover in your life.

Pic of the Litter: Custom Photo Book

Nothing is more touching than receiving a personalized gift and these custom photo books are guaranteed to win over the heart of someone special. Download My Publisher's free software, upload your digital photos for the book and submit your order - it's as easy as 1, 2, 3. Starting at $9.99 for a paperback pocketbook or $29.80 for a classic hardcover book. MyPublisher PhotoBooks - Get Started Today with a Free $20 Gift Card!

Wag and Whine: Personalized Bottle of Wine

Your Photo + Wine = Romance...Add to the romance on Valentine's Day with a bottle of wine that has your best friend's photo on the label with your personalized caption! Available in Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Red Reserve, starting at $18.00 per bottle. Real Dogs and Cats Wine with Custom Photo Labels

Bow Wow Bliss: Handcrafted Doggie Wine Stoppers

These adorable pooches top off your gift of wine perfectly. Handcrafted of recyclable materials. Set of one black and one white is $19.95. Dog Stoppers Set of 2

Doggone Special: Paw Prints Heart Locket

Valentine's Day wouldn't be complete without a little bling and this locket keeps a faithful friend close at heart. Antique silverplated locket contains your photo and reads "Dogs leave paw prints on our hearts", for just $24.98. Dog Paw Prints Heart Picture Holder Pendant 24in

Animal Attraction: Puppy Love Sleepwear

Puppy Love Boxer Puppy Love Lounge Pant Puppy Love PJ Set

Curl up with the one you love in Puppy Love sleepwear printed with hearts and dogs. Available in boxers for $24.95, lounge pants for $39.95, or as a classic PJ set for $69.95.

Fur-ever Friends: Love Me Love My Dog Hoodie

This unisex hoodie's subtle humor rings true for any pet lover. Give them the gift that tells the world how they really feel! $54.95 Love Me Love My Dog Hoodie

Paw Perfect: All You Need is Love T-Shirt

A creative way to express love for animals of all kinds, this unisex tee is the purr-fect way to show your love. $19.95 All You Need Tee

Send a Valentine's Day Card that Gives Back!

If you plan to send Valentine's cards for the holiday, consider sending an adorable SHELTER SWEETHEARTS eCard from the Mass Society for the Prevention of Animals (MSPCA). For as little as $15, choose from one of seven designs and your card will not only feature one of their shelter animals with a clever caption, but the proceeds will help fund care for the many shelter animals in their adoption centers. Shelter Sweethearts from the MSPCA.
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