Thursday, March 4, 2010

Drymate Cat Pads Review

I was recently sent a Litter Box Mat and a Cat Bowl Mat from the nice people at Drymate for review.  I wanted to put the products to the test so I could give you an in-depth, cat herd approved opinion.


First we have the Cat Bowl Mat as demonstrated by PeTOOTnia.  I thought this mat was cute with the little paw prints (especially since it hides the real ones).  With nine cats and two dogs slopping water a bajillion times a day, this mat has really been put through the paces.  One feature they tout about their mats is that they are absorbent and waterproof.  I found this to be very true, even with the probably half-gallon of water the "children" spill every day, it has held up to that claim.  It's also very easy to just wipe clean. 

(I really did plan to take the photo without the critters, but Toot had to be in the pictures.)


~~~~~

The second product we tested is the Litter Box Mat.  I used it a bit differently than they intended, but it really works for me.  My litter boxes are on the other side of this kitty door (shown above with Bugsy peeking in).  I'm using it as a little mat for when they come back in the house from the boxes.  I have found that it really does catch that last little bit of litter that they tend to track in.  I think the different patterns they offer are really cute. 

One of the things that I did with this mat is to put it in the washing machine.  I hung it up to dry and it looked as good as new.  It took a bit to dry as these mats are all VERY ABSORBANT, but it was well worth being able to wash it.  The cats seem to enjoy it.  Celie demonstrates below how she uses it to sit on while keeping Bugsy from coming back inside.


From the website:  The Cat Litter Box Mat controls litter mess. Cats love to walk on this soft fabric. Place with litter box to protect floors and reduce litter tracking. This mat will aid in pulling the kitty litter from their paws. Machine washable and dryable.
♦ Absorbent, Attractive Fabric
♦ Waterproof, Bonded Backing Prevents Leak Thru
♦ Absorbs All Drips
♦ Protects
♦ Easy to Clean with Soap & Water, Simply Hose or Power Wash Off.
♦ Durable & Stain Resistant, Will Last for Years
♦ Lightweight, Easy to Use & Move
♦ Slip Resistant Backing Keeps Mat in Place.
♦ Can be Vacuumed


Drymate offers several styles and sizes of these great absorbant mats. They have one sure to fit everyone's decorating style.

~~~~~

Disclaimer: I received the above mats for review purposes. The opinions expressed here are 100% my own (and the cats'). I was under no obligation to offer a positive review.

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

What I See Wednesday

Mr. MoonCat's new Honeysuckle & my old Lavender

Our new "resident" Hawk

4 year old Cyclamen

Xena - Warrior Princess

Mom's Geranium

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

I'm a Member of the Country Club

My friends sometimes forget that I grew up on a ranch and that I was raised listening to Country Music.  I'm talking about the likes of Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Waylon & Willie, and other legends.  My parents like to forget that I have also always been a rocker at heart as I was also a major fan of  KISS, AC/DC, Metallica, and many others that annoyed Mom & Dad.  I still go to rock concerts (allbeit old bands that are from the 70s & 80s) whenever I get the chance - and especially if the tickets are free or really, really cheap..


Travis Tritt is one of those artists who is the best of both worlds to me.  He is a Country Music star who knows how to rock!  I have been a fan of his since the late 80s when I first saw him in concert.  I thought he was a real cutie (a short one, but a cutie!).   He had lots of great music videos that told wonderful stories that really stuck with you.  My #1 song on my list below has a heart-wrenching video that I always envision when I hear the beautiful song. 

The reason I'm going on about Mr. Travis Tritt is that we got to go see him in concert this past Friday night.  I received four free tickets from the local casino where he was playing.  I went with Hubby, Dad & a family friend.  The Ant stayed with Mom for the evening so we could have a great night out (love ya lots Auntie!). 

We had such a nice time!  The music was fantastic.  They played for just over two hours straight.  I think one of our favorite parts was when the band took a break and Travis stayed out "unplugged" and sang by himself while playing his guitar.  He was solo for about 20 minutes or so and it was awesome. 


I was laughing at Dad because he never remembers who sings what songs on the radio.  I kept telling him he'd probably recognize most of the tunes and he didn't believe me (or anyone else who told him the same thing).  When we were eating dinner after the concert he told us he was amazed that he knew most of the songs!  He really enjoyed himself and so did we.  It was wonderful for Mr. MoonCat and I to have an evening out of the house.   

(My) Top Ten Travis Tritt Tunes
10.   Here's A Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)
09.   Country Club
08.   Help Me Hold On
07.   Anymore
06.   Ten Feet Tall & Bulletproof
05.   T-R-O-U-B-L-E
04.   Take It Easy
03.   Foolish Pride
02.   I'm Gonna Be Somebody
01.  Tell Me I Was Dreaming

Still A Cutie!!!
Photos are from http://www.gactv.com/

Monday, March 1, 2010

Catnip - Crank for Kitties

I'm Published!  I wrote an article about our catnip here at MoonCat Farms and it was accepted by Associated Content for publication.  It's very appropriate since the next herb in my alphabetical herb series is Catnip.  Click on the link below to check out my article and be sure to let me know what you think.  I'll have the full post on catnip up here on the blog in the next week or so.  I'm excited!

Catnip - Crank for Cats
A brief article extolling the virtues and effects of the herb catnip on a house full of felines at MoonCat Farms.
Read More

OWOH loot from Loralai Original Art!


Loralai Original Art is the place to go to check out this print and several others that I have fallen in love with.  I was chosen as the winner in her OWOH drawing and couldn't be more thrilled.  When I saw the print of her with her little black cat, I just knew I had to have it!  It reminded me of myself with my (fat) little Porkchop.  I had it bookmarked to come back after the event.  Imagine my excitement when I received an email from Loryia telling me I won!  Whoo hoo.... 

Loryia generously framed it for me (I took it out to photograph the print) and then reminded me that I could choose two more prints.  I went to her Etsy Shop and found the following two:



While it's obvious by my choices that I adore her kitty artwork, I am also enamoured by her mermaids and fairies!  There were so many darling pieces.  You be the judge - see even more of her talent on her Flickr feed HERE.

Also, she is currently hosting a fabulous GIVEAWAY of two of her darling little mermaids on really cute totes.  Be sure to go by and get your name in the drawing.  She is quite the artist!

Thank you so much Loryia!  I am a big fan. I love my prints and can't wait to get them up on the wall in my sewing room.