Maybe you are one of the many catlovers who talks to your cat and have the fortune that it speaks back to you? (But have you tried to sing with it? I promise to try this with my operacats at some point!)
Here are some funny examples of human/cat conversations!
"Are you ready to come in yet?" (Siamese chat!)
"Wake up!"
A lonely cat calls for her family! (Hellooo? Hello, hello?)
And as a bonus: Two cats who sings with their owners!
"Happy birthday to..meeoow"
"Twinkle, twinkle, little.....meeoow!"
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Cats in costumes
Many people obviously have a fascination for dressing up their cats in all sorts of weird costumes. Here are some examples! (Love the "happy" expression of some of the animals ;)
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| Harry Potter cat |
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| Frog-cat hybrid? |
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| Cleopatra-cat |
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| Another frog-cat hybrid ;) |
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| Two Sphynxes wanted to dress, and grow some hair ;) |
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| I'm soooo happy for this reindeer-thingy.... |
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| French kitten |
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| Hello Kitty! |
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| Another happy Christmas-cat |
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| Hear me roooaar! |
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Cats in music! (Videos)
Many composers were (and are) fascinated by cats and some have made music in honour of them.
Here are some examples:
IN OPERA:
Cat duet
From the Opera: "The Child and the Spells" (L'enfant et les sortilèges) by Maurice Ravel
(Angelica have sung the white cat at the Norwegian National Opera, the operacats did some of the coaching ;)
IN MUSICALS
An obvious find: "Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Humorous duet for two cats
Attributed: Rossini/ Compilated by: de Pearsall
CARTOONS
Evil Siamese in "Lady and the Tramp"
"The Aristocats" practise their arpeggios and scales
Tom is a famous baritone and sings Figaro's aria from Rossini's "The Barber of Seville", Jerry tries to sleep.
Here are some examples:
IN OPERA:
Cat duet
From the Opera: "The Child and the Spells" (L'enfant et les sortilèges) by Maurice Ravel
(Angelica have sung the white cat at the Norwegian National Opera, the operacats did some of the coaching ;)
IN MUSICALS
An obvious find: "Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Humorous duet for two cats
Attributed: Rossini/ Compilated by: de Pearsall
CARTOONS
Evil Siamese in "Lady and the Tramp"
"The Aristocats" practise their arpeggios and scales
Tom is a famous baritone and sings Figaro's aria from Rossini's "The Barber of Seville", Jerry tries to sleep.
Monday, September 19, 2011
We survived! (First journey with airplane!)
We made it!
We have now arrived in Nordfjord, safe and sound. No one froze or was scared to death. We are now grateful and happy to be relaxing in our hotelroom and look forward to stay a month! Read about the experience!
What I brought for the stay
First I packed all the things needed for a month away from home:
- Litterbox
- Some litterpearl (+ bought a bag today)
- Favourite mouse-toy + cat-wand with feathers
- Tunnel
- Feliway
- Nail scissors
- Small scratching post
- Cat treats
- Ear cleaner (+ cottonpads)
- A few days rations of the normal catfood
- A measuring cup
- Sherpa-bag for transport (Christa in the cabin)
- Vari-kennel crate for transport (Amadeus, in hold)
- Drinking bowls
- Food bowl
- Floor protector
I packed most of these things in my own suitcase, (a VALUABLE buy is to get a Samsonite Cosmolite, it is almost weightless and incredibly strong!) Even the litterbox and pearls went in there, but I had bought a small litterbox, to make it easier to travel with).
The Journey
When I had placed the two cats in their crates, I went by car to the airport. We are grateful that a friend drove us, and we didn't have to take a taxi and a train.
First I had to check in my suitcase, then I sent Amadeus off at the special luggage conveyor. It was a strange feeling to leave him there, like he was luggage, but the man behind the counter was friendly and I felt safer for leaving him. (I had put stickers on the crate, stating: "LIVE ANIMALS", my name and contact-information & Amadeus' name and race).
It was a strange experience to go through security with Christa though. I had to send my bag through like normal, but then I was asked to take Christa up (from the sherpa bag) and carry her through the sensor. Of course it went off, but they were kind enough to let me put Christa back into the bag before they checked me. It was many wierd looks as I carried my little Sphynx (with a little red flanelshirt) through the metal-sensors.
Then I met up with a fellow singers (who was also traveling that day) and had a coffee, Christa was spying out on the people who passed us by. (She didn't make much sound at this point, just the occasional little meow). I was obviously wondering where Amadeus was at this point....
We went to the gate and I informed the lady behind the counter that I traveled with cats. I was asked to board the plane first (along with the couple with a baby), to be kind we were placed at the back of the plane, in case of any allergic passengers.
The plane was very small though, one of these propeller-ones, so it was VERY noisy. It was a baptism by fire for my two cats. And even worse; we had to have one stop to pick up more passengers 30 minutes in. Christa made many sad noises while on the floor under the seat, so I had her on my lap (inside the bag, holding one hand inside), and this calmed her down. Although she was clearly stressed at times. (Especially at landing, which was pretty loud). I tried to offer her water, but she wasn't calm enough to drink, I also removed the clothing she had on, since it wasn't so cold on board like on larger airplanes.
I only heard from Amadeus once, and of course it pained me. I could hear him when we had the layover, he was making a couple of sorrowful wails. I felt like a brutal animal abuser and a bad "mother". So I was incredibly happy to walk out of the plane 20 minutes later and pick him up as they unloaded the luggage. He was silent at this point but at least he was visible in the crate and not frozen to death!
We were picked up at the airport by someone from the opera and took the ferry over to Nordfjord. As I offered the cats to join each other in the big crate, Amadeus decided that he wanted to be in the Sherpa bag, so they just changed places. I am sure Christa was happy to have more space!
The trip from the airport was only about 15 minutes all together, so happily not the longest journey. (The flight was 1,5 hour). We left home at 17:30 and we were at the hotel at 21:30.
I sprayed the room with feliway (only cats can smell it, and it calms them down, making them feel at home), and let the cats out to explore. (after I closed windows and made sure the room was cat-safe of course!) I showed them the litterbox and food/water, and I saw it as a good sign that Christa started eating at once. Then they explored, chatted and followed me around as I unpacked my own things.
That night they slept beside me, over and under the blanket.
It was like normal and they have taken the change remarkably well! I am so proud!
The hotel (Hotel Nordfjord) have been very nice about me bringing the cats, and they gave us a room with a small balcony in case I wanted to give them some air. The room is a good size and have cupboards for which I am very grateful! All in all I am very excited about staying here, the only downside is, that it is very dark when the sun goes down, as they don't have much efficient lighting. But who cares! The cats are here, so we will have an awesome time!
Ps: There is a fly in my hotelroom, they love it. It is the best kind of free plaything, and they run around making funny noises, trying to catch it. hihi......
We have now arrived in Nordfjord, safe and sound. No one froze or was scared to death. We are now grateful and happy to be relaxing in our hotelroom and look forward to stay a month! Read about the experience!
What I brought for the stay
First I packed all the things needed for a month away from home:
- Some litterpearl (+ bought a bag today)
- Favourite mouse-toy + cat-wand with feathers
- Tunnel
- Feliway
- Nail scissors
- Small scratching post
- Cat treats
- Ear cleaner (+ cottonpads)
- A few days rations of the normal catfood
- A measuring cup
- Sherpa-bag for transport (Christa in the cabin)
- Vari-kennel crate for transport (Amadeus, in hold)
- Drinking bowls
- Food bowl
- Floor protector
I packed most of these things in my own suitcase, (a VALUABLE buy is to get a Samsonite Cosmolite, it is almost weightless and incredibly strong!) Even the litterbox and pearls went in there, but I had bought a small litterbox, to make it easier to travel with).
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| The first minutes, exploring the new space! |
When I had placed the two cats in their crates, I went by car to the airport. We are grateful that a friend drove us, and we didn't have to take a taxi and a train.
First I had to check in my suitcase, then I sent Amadeus off at the special luggage conveyor. It was a strange feeling to leave him there, like he was luggage, but the man behind the counter was friendly and I felt safer for leaving him. (I had put stickers on the crate, stating: "LIVE ANIMALS", my name and contact-information & Amadeus' name and race).
It was a strange experience to go through security with Christa though. I had to send my bag through like normal, but then I was asked to take Christa up (from the sherpa bag) and carry her through the sensor. Of course it went off, but they were kind enough to let me put Christa back into the bag before they checked me. It was many wierd looks as I carried my little Sphynx (with a little red flanelshirt) through the metal-sensors.
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| Christa at the coffeeplace, looking out on life |
We went to the gate and I informed the lady behind the counter that I traveled with cats. I was asked to board the plane first (along with the couple with a baby), to be kind we were placed at the back of the plane, in case of any allergic passengers.
The plane was very small though, one of these propeller-ones, so it was VERY noisy. It was a baptism by fire for my two cats. And even worse; we had to have one stop to pick up more passengers 30 minutes in. Christa made many sad noises while on the floor under the seat, so I had her on my lap (inside the bag, holding one hand inside), and this calmed her down. Although she was clearly stressed at times. (Especially at landing, which was pretty loud). I tried to offer her water, but she wasn't calm enough to drink, I also removed the clothing she had on, since it wasn't so cold on board like on larger airplanes.
I only heard from Amadeus once, and of course it pained me. I could hear him when we had the layover, he was making a couple of sorrowful wails. I felt like a brutal animal abuser and a bad "mother". So I was incredibly happy to walk out of the plane 20 minutes later and pick him up as they unloaded the luggage. He was silent at this point but at least he was visible in the crate and not frozen to death!
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| Hello! I'm curious! (Day one) |
The trip from the airport was only about 15 minutes all together, so happily not the longest journey. (The flight was 1,5 hour). We left home at 17:30 and we were at the hotel at 21:30.
I sprayed the room with feliway (only cats can smell it, and it calms them down, making them feel at home), and let the cats out to explore. (after I closed windows and made sure the room was cat-safe of course!) I showed them the litterbox and food/water, and I saw it as a good sign that Christa started eating at once. Then they explored, chatted and followed me around as I unpacked my own things.
That night they slept beside me, over and under the blanket.
It was like normal and they have taken the change remarkably well! I am so proud!
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| Investigating newly bought stuff! |
Ps: There is a fly in my hotelroom, they love it. It is the best kind of free plaything, and they run around making funny noises, trying to catch it. hihi......
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| The food and floorprotector |
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| A sign I saw on the wall outside a shop in Nordfjord |
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| The fjord! |
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| Water in the shower; Christa loves to play with water |
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| What's all this familiar stuff? |
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| A well used blanket from home. mmmmm.... |
Saturday, September 17, 2011
We are on facebook!
Just to mention to all the people who read our little blog that we have a facebook page.
We will try to find & post funny, educational and cute catrelated stuff online to share with everyone. But will also continue to write about our traveling experience! (Christa have now taken the bloodtest to see if the rabies-shot have gone through, and we are good to go in February! *Fingers crossed*)
Please visit us on Facebook!
If you want to be even nicer, please "Like" us!
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We will try to find & post funny, educational and cute catrelated stuff online to share with everyone. But will also continue to write about our traveling experience! (Christa have now taken the bloodtest to see if the rabies-shot have gone through, and we are good to go in February! *Fingers crossed*)
Please visit us on Facebook!
If you want to be even nicer, please "Like" us!
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Monday, September 12, 2011
Absurd, cute & funny pictures of cats
Soooooooooooooo cute. It can never be unseen ;)
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| Cutest little kitten.....ever |
Two displeased cats....hehe.... ----------->
Befriend us on facebook! Click on the picture!
Have a wonderful week!
Love
the operacats!
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Sadistic (or bored?) pigeon annoys cat!
This hilarious pigeon just don't let this cat have it's nap. I am impressed at the feline's patience! Aren't you? It even sounds like the bird is laughing, having a ball :P (I am thinking of getting one of these, which I can release on Amadeus as a payback for when he wakes me up similary at 05 in the morning.... :P)
Are you awake now? now? now? Now? NOW? muaahahahahaaaa!!
Are you awake now? now? now? Now? NOW? muaahahahahaaaa!!
Friday, September 9, 2011
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Doctor who (Doctor mew?)
Christa, Amadeus and me bonded over Doctor Who the first months. Many times they slept in my lap while the doctor ran with his many friends, travelling through time and space!
Well done Jenny Parks!
Especially love Christopher! ;)
Wish a Devon Rex had been represented though;
I think David Tennant would have made a GREAT Devon Rex! Don't you think?
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Hilarious video (Cats & water) + Simon's cat
Found a hilarious compilation with cat-videos with cats & water! There are some amazingly cute and funny takes here! Take a look!
And this is JUST how Amadeus behaves if he wants attention when I am on the computer!! (The only thing Simon's cat doesn't do which he does, is to start leaning on my shoulder, meow and pounce my head lightly....Looooooook at meeeeee!!
Hope you enjoyed the videos!
The operacats wishes every cat and owner a great weekend!
And this is JUST how Amadeus behaves if he wants attention when I am on the computer!! (The only thing Simon's cat doesn't do which he does, is to start leaning on my shoulder, meow and pounce my head lightly....Looooooook at meeeeee!!
Hope you enjoyed the videos!
The operacats wishes every cat and owner a great weekend!
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| Sleeping beside me, my little friends! |
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