Patti M. Walsh

Retire Like a Cat

I recently spotted Nina contemplating How to Retire Happy, Wild, and Free by Ernie J. Zelinski. The author posits that happiness in retirement is dependent on your willingness to be happy. Our cats posit that happiness is dependent on a place in the sun, adequate food and water, and doing what you want. What didContinue reading “Retire Like a Cat”

Approaching a Chronic Health Problem: Easy as 1, 2, 3

When your cat is diagnosed with a chronic health problem, you are often faced with the daunting process of balancing state-of-the art medical options with quality-of-life preferences. My journey into the world of specialized veterinary care began with a single step. A semi-annual well-kitty visit revealed that Ron, a 14-year-old black cat, had a cystContinue reading “Approaching a Chronic Health Problem: Easy as 1, 2, 3”