Hello Scratching Pad people. After two years of working in freelance marketing and a few startup jobs I had this nagging thought in the back of my mind to restart the Scratching Pad, but to do it in a way that focuses on what I’m good at - digital content - and avoiding what I’m bad at - juggling 20 cats while dealing with the landlord.

In all seriousness, I found someone who’s equally passionate but more experienced in running a non-profit.

I’m very excited about what we have planned and I think it will have a huge impact on reducing euthanization rates in NYC and building sustainable partnerships between shelters and local businesses.

For those of you who supported me in the past I would like to thank you once again for your support. I’m restarting the Scratching Pad for all of you and the faith you put in me. Let’s finish the fight and make a difference.

Sleep karate

Let’s illegalize declawing in NY

http://assembly.state.ny.us/mem/Linda-B-Rosenthal/story/60797

Big thanks to Jennifer Conrad of Paw Project for her work in pushing this legislation forward. Please take a few minutes out to support the cause.

And happy Thanksgiving everyone!

For the people using mobile. The quintessential NYC kitten t-shirt 

http://teechip.com/scratchingpad

About a month ago I was lucky enough to foster Ginsburg, one of the friendliest little kittens ever. Unfortunately Ginsburg has a problem with his GA tract and was unable to poop properly. This caused a perforated anal gland to develop and sparked my nightmare scenario - a kitten with two butts. 

I was stumped and had to send him back to the vet. He’s been there for almost a month now.

The vet decided that Ginsburg needs emergency surgery and because the staff there loves him he was personally going to cover half of the cost. Caitlin - the original foster for the kitten - started a GoFundMe campaign to try to cover the other half. 

Please click the link above and help Ginsburg get well. It might not make a big difference to you but it’ll definitely make all the difference for this little cat. 

Half kitten, half furry brown marker

And we’re back. 

2015 has me in the bushes working on a proper version of Scratching Pad both the foster home and as a platform to help shelters raise money and provide better feline education.

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A few days ago I received an email from Caitlin asking if I can do an emergency foster for a slightly constipated gray kitten. I met Caitlin at the Cooper Square Veterinary Hospital. (Hey Doc! if you’re looking at this right now) When the kitten came out to see us he was a little purr ball and I quickly remembered why fostering animals is one of the most awesomely rewarding things you can do in your spare time. (Seriously, it’s kitten season - register with your local rescue group). 

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A few notes about Ginsburg the kitten.

1. Was one of the tiny stars on the Rachel Comey cat rescue live stream. 

2. Took an antibiotic shot to the neck without flinching - boss kitten status.

3. If you nap anywhere there’s a 200% chance he’s curled up 1 feet away when you wake up. 

4. Will be up for adoption as soon as he outgrows his poop problem. 

Gypsy is not a morning cat. #catsitting

Sunkist with some navel oranges

My friend Casey sent me a photo of Ophelia for my birthday.

A few months ago she was just a tiny head. They sure grow up fast.

Just got these holiday photos from my friend and first time cat adopter. Nine months ago they were tiny and destroying my tp. (Last photo added for reference)

In Hong Kong I met the most chilled out hostel cat. 

Sunkist eating some Blue Buffalo cat cereal

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Pardon the infrequent uploads. I'm currently on route to Beijing to see family but have potentially hit a snag traveling through Prague.

For all the cat foster parents out there, please use the submit button on top if you want to publicize the adoption status of any of your cats. Please try to submit high resolution photos with good lighting for the sake of quality control.

Nashledanou!