2014 New Year Give Away

UPDATE: Jan 7, 2014: CONGRATULATIONS to Debbie Glovatsky for winning the contest!

A New Year is approaching and we're ready to celebrate with our favorite things--wine, black cats and stories of cats with this giveaway!


Before we get into the details, we would like to take a moment to THANK ALL OF YOU for your continued support--moral, financial, volunteering, sharing our messages on Facebook and social media...Every gesture makes a difference collectively to raise awareness about the unique essence of cats, especially stray, feral and black cats, and to reverse the rate of homeless cats!  We are looking forward to accomplishing more for cats in 2014! Now onto the celebration and giving back to you!!!

Uncork the New Year with a bottle of elegant wine, a calendar full of stunning black cats for good luck, and cozy up this winter with a heart-warming book, The Chronicles of Zee & Zoey, a purrfect complement to the wine.

Riverfront Cats and Pawsitively Humane, Inc are both featuring six types of wines.  From a crisp Sauvignon Blanc to a soft and well balanced Malbec, you'll fall in love with the labels as much as the wine. Each one features a rescued or adopted pet including cats, to dogs, to mini pigs and for the bipetual parent-- a dalmatian napping with a kitten. 

Wine collection from Riverfront Cats. Click here to learn more and view the bottles in larger format.

Wine collection from Pawsitively Humane, Inc. Click here for closeup. 

Need a last minute gift for a friend that lives in another city or state? Wine is the ideal gift to ship plus you are supporting efforts to reverse the rate of homeless pets. A small proceed benefits our nonprofit. It's a win-win-win for all!

Then to kick off 2014 with good luck you'll need a BLACK CAT CALENDAR! We're so excited about our first calendar featuring stunning black cats that were rescued and/or adopted. Click here to view each calendar page.

Can't wait for the contest results? Order your calendar now! Use code 2014NewYears to get 20% discount if you order by January 3.

To round out this contest, we are thrilled to include one of our favorite books "The Chronicles of Zee & Zoey", by Deb Barnes.

 This eye catching book answers pressing cat questions such as, Can cats fall in love? Can they count? Can they sulk and get mad or even? Written in a warm, funny and conversational tone that harkens to the days of the late Erma Bombeck and explores the everyday life like a Seinfeld episode, this beautifully designed book is filled with hundreds of captivating photographs, and will steal your heart as it explores the life of unlikely pair of cats (a Bengal and Maine Coone) and their prodigy, the humans who loved them, and the true meaning of life, love and happiness. To get your copy now, click here.

For this contest, we are giving away your choice of one bottle of wine, one black cat calendar and a copy of The Chronicles of Zee & Zoey.

The Chronicles of Zee & Zoey – A Journey of the Extraordinarily Ordinary and we answer such pressing cat questions as, Can cats fall in love? Can they count? Do they understand parenthood and responsibility? Can they sulk and get mad? Written in a warm, funny, and conversational way that harkens back to the days of the late Erma Bombeck and explores the everyday of life like a Seinfeld episode, this beautifully designed book is filled with hundreds of stunning photographs and will steal your heart as it explores our life, the humans who loved us and the true meaning of life, love, and happiness. - See more at: http://zeezoey.com/blog/zee-zoeys-black-friday-mega-shopping-extravaganza-giveaway-and-fund-raising-event/#more-11053

The Chronicles of Zee & Zoey – A Journey of the Extraordinarily Ordinary and we answer such pressing cat questions as, Can cats fall in love? Can they count? Do they understand parenthood and responsibility? Can they sulk and get mad? Written in a warm, funny, and conversational way that harkens back to the days of the late Erma Bombeck and explores the everyday of life like a Seinfeld episode, this beautifully designed book is filled with hundreds of stunning photographs and will steal your heart as it explores our life, the humans who loved us and the true meaning of life, love, and happiness. - See more at: http://zeezoey.com/blog/zee-zoeys-black-friday-mega-shopping-extravaganza-giveaway-and-fund-raising-event/#more-11053

The Chronicles of Zee & Zoey – A Journey of the Extraordinarily Ordinary and we answer such pressing cat questions as, Can cats fall in love? Can they count? Do they understand parenthood and responsibility? Can they sulk and get mad? Written in a warm, funny, and conversational way that harkens back to the days of the late Erma Bombeck and explores the everyday of life like a Seinfeld episode, this beautifully designed book is filled with hundreds of stunning photographs and will steal your heart as it explores our life, the humans who loved us and the true meaning of life, love, and happiness. - See more at: http://zeezoey.com/blog/zee-zoeys-black-friday-mega-shopping-extravaganza-giveaway-and-fund-raising-event/#more-11053

How to Enter to Win.

1. Required: Leave a Comment below letting us know which wine you may choose and why. Be sure we have your email address to contact you. You may write your email like this "riverfrontcats [at]  yahoo.com".

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The winner will be announced on or after January 6th.

Good Luck & Happy, Healthy and Purring New Year!

For Adoption: Lulu

Deck the halls with purring kittens, fa la la la la, LULU-LULU!!!

Meet Miss Lulu. ADOPTED ON APRIL 2014

Found by herself at a Publix supermarket parking lot, Lulu gets along with her foster siblings but is anxious to have her own home.

Lulu says: 

 That’s me, Lulu! Will you help me find my forever home for Christmas? Not only will I deck the halls, I will RACE down them at full speed, chasing my toys! I will also give you lots of Christmas kisses, mistletoe optional!!! And I’m always dressed in my tuxedo best! Please, pretty please adopt me!

Lulu is groomed to act as your official greeter with her vocal meows upon entering the room. Playful, bold, spirited, gives kisses, loves to be petted –  and a power-purrer!

She is four months old and tested negative for FIV, FeLV, has all her shots and is spayed. She's ready to go!

To meet Lulu, please contact Christina at cdm1580@bellsouth.net. Lulu is in South Florida.

Thank you!


 

#CuriousCat Owners Try Cat Food--Do You?

Well if you would rather not answer that question, no worries.  One study showed that

15% of Cat Owners Try Cat Food !!!

15% is a small number but that leads to the question: Are you curious for the cat's benefit or for your own curiosity? Cat owners are fascinated by their feline companions-their endless antics, agility prowess, and countless facial expressions.  But cat guardians are lagging behind cat science and proper cat nutrition.

At Riverfront Cats we receive many questions on cat nutrition from cat owners mostly first time adopters, many who have found a stray cat or kitten.  Therefore education is our primary mission to assist cat owners in ensuring a healthy lifestyle and bond for the both cat and human. 

First we recognize your time is valuable so offering you easy tools and fun facts to assist you in making important decisions is our goal.  And we have the solution!

Riverfront Cats is thrilled to share that Royal Canin®, a global leader in Feline Health Nutrition, recently released the results of a national survey of cat owners to dispel myths and better understand the relationship between felines and their owners.

 To make this fun, how about a few trivia questions? Get those buzzers ready!

TRUE or FALSE?
The average cat which weighs 12 pounds, no taller than your mid calf and sleeps 15 hours a day is low energy?

The answer???

 

Johnny Walker "I need my energy sleep"

FALSE!!!


So you may not have to "walk the cat" or take Tiger to a groomer for hair trim and primping. While cats are low maintenance, they are not low energy.

Many cat owners are unaware that their cats spend time each day marking their territory, hunting, and hiding.

Helio enjoys playing Hide-and-go-Seek

TRUE or FALSE?   
72% of cat owners do not consider their pet's health when selecting food for their cat.

The answer?

Gretel is on alert for anyone stealing her food.

TRUE!
It's important to understand that a cat's breed, weight and age are important factors in selecting the right cat food.  A senior cat's needs differs from a kitten or teenage cat.  Do you know if your cat shows traits of a Siamese, Persian, Bengal, Ragdoll, where hereditary traits continue for generations?

Buzzers ready? Reflexes ready? Next question...



TRUE or FALSE? 
Cats have a strong sense of taste.

Figaro tastes sweet potato batter for Thanksgiving casserole

FALSE!!! 


In reality cats have a weak sense of taste. Aroma and texture play a bigger role in how cats choose their food.

Leave the curiosity to the cats.  Knowledge is King and as a cat owner,  your Curious George depends on you for optimal cat nutrition. This is why it's important to conduct your homework, check reputable sources and visit the vet with questions.

Christine with Johnny Walker

Below is a helpful infographic dispelling myths and arming you with facts so you can jump to the front of the class and the lead cat pack. Not only are cats entertaining and discovering the world around them, but researchers, vets and cat owners are uncovering new science about feline behavior, cat food and nutrition and health issues. The infographic reveals other surprising facts. Read on!

To connect with a growing community of cat owners to ask questions and share experiences and cat photos, be sure to visit:
Royal Canin's Facebook page,
Royal Canin's Twitter
Royal Canin's Pinterest


For a $7 coupon on your next purchase of Royal Canin Feline Health Nutrition, CLICK HERE.

We have written this post on behalf of BlogPaws Pet Blogger Network for Royal Canin. We are being compensated for helping spread the word about Royal Canin, but Riverfront Cats only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers.


Founded by a veterinarian in 1968, Royal Canin has more than 40 years of experience in delivering individualized nutritional solutions. The Royal Canin product line offers a range of diets based on size, age, breed,lifestyle and special needs. Royal Canin diets are available at veterinary hospitals and pet specialty stores nationwide.

Note: all cats in this post are rescue Riverfront Cats that now live indoors.  Each cat, depending on age, breed and medical history follow different nutritional protocol. 

Riverfront Cat Wines for any Occasion

In our  mission to elevate, spotlight and  celebrate cats, Pawsitively Humane Inc. is excited to announce Riverfront Wines to benefit Riverfront Cats!

With six wines to choose from and elegant labels featuring a rescued cat from rags to riches, this makes the perfect gift for the holidays or any special occasion--birthday, anniversary, new home, new job, new cat or kitten.

We aim for the best as all cats and their guardians deserve the finest wine.  With organically grown grapes, hand harvested in Chile, Riverfront Wines selection will appeal to all palates.

Riverfront Wines makes ideal gift for
- yourself
- a relative who cherishes their pet cat
- a friend who just adopted a new cat or kitten (instead of handing out cigars, give wine!)
- a colleague who can't have pets but believes in the cause to help homeless pets

Let's educate about cats...
Let's celebrate cats...
Let's spread the cheer that all cats-- homeless, stray, and black cats--make the best companion and deserve a permanent home.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL WINES & ORDER your bottle or collection today.

A proceed benefits Riverfront Cats. On behalf of the next kitten that is bottle fed, the next black cat that we scoop up in our arms, the next feral cat that is king of his jungle, CHEERS!