I am THE QUEEN of cat naps! I get tired very easily due to my Anemia’s and my not-so-lovely bouts with Insomnia. Usually after dinner I end up dozing off. Usually it’s only for a half hour or so but I have been known to fall asleep for HOURS.
Cat naps are great sometimes when you feel that like you are dragging and just need a little boost to get you through the rest of the day. There are times I find myself practically going in slow motion but then after a 15-20 minute cat nap I’m wide awake, alert and ready to tackle the rest of my day.
I’m the “mom” to four cats. I think all they do is cat nap, eat and do their business in the litter box. Rarely are all four of them awake at the same time.
I love our cats and our dog. I consider snuggling with them and playing with them as “Fuzz Therapy”. If I’m having a horrible day all I need is for one of my cats to snuggle up next to me and suddenly my spirits lift up and I’m not in such a bad mood anymore. Animals have a magical way of making us feel better.
Did you know that you can benefit from your relationship with your cat, especially if you are fighting a disease such as breast cancer to going through a stressful personal experience? According to Dr. Karen Sueda, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, “Something as simple as curling up for a quick nap is a great way to get much needed rest and spend quality time with a faithful feline companion who will comfort and support you just by being there.” In fact, a recent Purina Cat Chow national survey of breast cancer survivors with cats showed that more than 84 % of respondents felt their cat had a calming effect during their battle with breast cancer and nearly seven out of 10 said their cats were a source of comfort when battling the disease.
Inspired by cancer survivors’ stories of the important role that their cats played during their battle with cancer, Purina Cat Chow began a relationship with Susan G. Komen for the Cure in 2008 to honor the unique bond between cat owners and their cats. Purina Cat Chow Brand Manager Rebecca Schulz says, “Purina Cat Chow is proud to support Susan G. Komen for the Cure and to honor the connection between cat owners and their cats.”
Purina® Cat Chow is continuing its three-year commitment to breast cancer awareness by donating $200,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launching the Cat Nap for the Cause campaign.
This year, Purina Cat Chow is inviting consumers to visit www.Facebook.com/PurinaCatChowto become a fan and register to take a 20-minute cat nap for the cause. For every registered napper, Purina Cat Chow will make a $2 donation, up to $150,000, to Susan G. Komen for the Cure – this on top of Purina Cat Chow’s 2010 donation of $200,000.
Cat lover, breast cancer awareness supporter and actress Kate Walsh has joined Purina Cat Chow in its campaign to raise funds and awareness. Kate stars in the hit series “Private Practice” on ABC and was formerly on “Grey’s Anatomy”.
The 2010 Purina Cat Chow Cat Nap for the Cause campaign culminates in October with limited-edition pink packaging at grocery, mass and pet retailers nationwide in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Products featuring pink packaging include Purina Cat Chow Complete Formula and Purina Cat Chow Indoor Formula, both available in 3.5 lb. and 16 lb. bags.
Please consider joining Cat Nap for a Causeto help support Susan G. Komen for the Cure. It won’t cost you a dime (unless of course you want to donate on your own) and you get to take a cat nap too!
For more information, or to participate, please visit www.Facebook.com/PurinaCatChow.
For more information about Susan K. Komen for a cure visit http://ww5.komen.org.
More information about Purina products can be found here, http://www.catchow.com.
Kimberly
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