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Shortly after retiring as a social worker and psychotherapist, I discovered my "writer's voice" along with a passion for writing about animals.

Although cats and horses hold a special place in my heart, I am deeply concerned with the welfare of all animals and a strong advocate for their protection. I am a Member of the Cat Writer's Association and The Association For Pet Loss and Bereavement.

I have been blogging for Petside since April 2008.

Transplanted from New York State in 2001, I am now living in Central Florida with Marty, my best friend and sacred companion. We are blessed to share our home with Hush Puppy and Hubble, our two amazing Oriental Shorthair cats.

When I am not too busy playing with our cats or writing about them, you might find me tending to my virtual dogs, cats, cows and horses while farming or building empires on my Facebook page or even offering comfort to those who have lost a pet or are caring for one that is seriously ill on my personal blogs: Our Beloved Angels and Frequently Feline.

Jo Singer's Articles

Mozart: An Artistic Rescue Dog 0
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Mozart: An Artistic Rescue Dog

Several weeks ago I wrote an item about "Painted Cats" and about my friend, Rani Merens who paints pet portraits, so today I was delighted to find an item on the Internet about an…
Mysterious Feline Behavior: Why do They do That? 0
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Mysterious Feline Behavior: Wh

Cats have a reputation for their high degree of intelligence, curiosity and independence. I have shared my home many incredible felines over the years, but our lilac point…
Crazy Feline Addictive Behaviors 0
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Crazy Feline Addictive Behavio

I don't know about your cats, but mine become addicted to some of the strangest and unexpected things imaginable. For instance, one of our kitties has a passion for playing with…
Bi-Ped Puppy's Future Bright 0
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Bi-Ped Puppy's Future Bright

Judy Sarulllo, of Pet Rescue by Judy, has a heart as big as all outdoors. She wears her passion for animals on her sleeve and is deeply involved in their welfare. So when nine…
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How to Give a Cat a Bath

While most cats are fastidiously clean, there are those times when having to give them a bath is the only option. While rare, cats do manage to get into "stinky" things now and…
Exciting News on the Horizon for Cancer Treatment for Pets 0
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Exciting News on the Horizon f

The search for a cure for cancer is a priority for many scientists today. So I was thrilled to read about a new treatment that is being studied at this time which holds promise…
animal cruelty prevention month
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Animal Cruelty Prevention

April is Animal Cruelty Prevention Month.
Showing Your Cat Who's Boss: An Impossible Goal? 0
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Showing Your Cat Who's Boss: A

I am beginning to suspect that I am a true adherent and practitioner of the fascinating activity called, "The Bus Man's Holiday". Purrhaps this rather strange obsession is funded…
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A Cat With a Career

As far as I am concerned, being owned by a cat is a great honor. I consider myself to be extremely fortunate to be on the payroll of two wonderful kitties, employed as a staff…
Ticked Off With Dangerous Flea (and Tick) Control Products? 0
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Ticked Off With Dangerous Flea

"Spring is here, the grass has riz! I wonder where the birdies iz?" Once again Spring Equinox has arrived releasing winter's heavy grip of cold and ice. Trees are sprouting their…