Sorry, another I just had to share
Just had to share this video
Local paper writes article on Petfinder’s.com Adopt-A-Shelter winner
Here read the article about the winner of the Petfinder’s.com Adopt-A-Shelter program for which we provided the cat furniture.
Lisa Tenter sits with adoptable cats in the newly remodeled cat room at Central Minnesota Animal Care & Control. Photo by SCtimes.com J. Wachter
The Refined Feline Provides Cat Furniture to Animal Shelter Makeover Contest Winner
The Refined Feline joined forces with Petfinder.com to promote a cat room makeover contest to animal shelters around the country. The winner would receive over $1,300 of cat furniture from our company. Out of 100′s of entries a winner was selected: Central Minnesota Animal Care and Control.
On October 24th we flew from New York to Minnesota to help Lisa Tenter, director of CMACC, and her team assemble and install their new furniture.
Tenter entered the cat shelter makeover contest because they wanted to make a communal cat room but had no funding or any idea of what furniture to place in the space. They fell in love with The Refined Feline line of cat furniture and wanted to have it as the main focal points of the room.
“This makeover will provide cats with a room to stretch, play, and relax just like they were in a home setting.” says Tenter. “The atmosphere is expected to reduce shelter stress in these cats making them less prone to illness and disease. This aspect gives them a better chance at ultimately being adopted into a new forever home. It is also expected to reduce their length of stay at the shelter.”
CMACC has on average 15-20 cats available for adoption. They plan to place 4-5 vaccinated/altered cats into the new room when it is finished.
“The shelter as a whole will benefit from the fact that more people will want to visit the shelter to see the new “cat lounge”. And many may visit more often.” Said Tenter. ” Not only is it healthy for the cats, potential adopters will be able to see and visit with free-roaming cats in a more home-like environment. Making it easier for the adopters to pick out their new friend.”
We are happy to help this cat shelter in need and we hope to run this contest annually.
The CMACC building
Their cat room before the make over
On the left: Kittens await their new cat room. On the right: Terry Tenter assembles a Little Lotus.
On the left: I put together a Refined Litter Box drawer. On the right: Terry and I install the Catemporary Cat Tower & Shelves.
On the left: Director Lisa Tenter and I stand with a Lotus. On the right: newly painted and furniture area for the cats
Before and After. I think it's a big improvement!
How we got this Dog Proof Litter Box shot.
Dog Proof Litter Box
Funny how we got this shot of the cat sticking his tongue out at the dog. It’s a perfect shot for the product its promoting.. a dog proof litter box.
So it’s actually two pictures photoshopped together. To get the dog and cat to look the right way and position themselves the right way, at the same time, would have been too difficult. So we took the dog and cat shots separately then photoshopped them together. First we shot the dog, moving that big body in place as the owner stood in the corner getting his attention to look the right way. Next it was the cats turn. He was very well behaved and actually stayed in place. The owner stood off camera while the photographer snapped away.
As the shots are taken they are loaded to a computer to view. My eyes lit up when I saw that one shot had the cat’s tongue sticking out about to lick his nose. Completely accidental but completely perfect as well. Don’t you think!
Your local shelter can win over $1,300 of our cat furniture
In conjunction with Petfinder.com we are running a Cat Shelter Makeover Contest where a shelter can win over $1,300 worth of our high end cat furniture products. We and Petfinder wanted to help a shelter in need so Petfinder reached out to their vast shelter network to solicit stories from rescues and shelters across the country on the state of the cat rooms.
If you have a local shelter in need of a make over, forward them the link http://www.petfinder.com/admin/ to apply.
Applications will be taken until June 30th.
In New York City you’ll see just about anything….
Apparently this guy walks around town with a cat on his head, don’t ask me why. Just had to share. I think he could use some cat furniture rather than the guys hat.
Guy with cat on his head walking the streets of NYC
How to Prepare to Own a Cat: Furniture Products to Buy. Getting your Home Ready
No doubt you’re excited at the prospect of bringing home a new kitten or cat! Whether you’ve adopted from a local shelter or purchased your kitten from a breeder, you’ll want to be ready to bring that ball of fluff home.
You shouldn’t need to purchase a lot of items or make a lot of changes to your home at first. Every cat has its own personality and preferences so you won’t know everything your cat needs until you live with him for a while. There are a few basics to buy and things to do to keep your cat safe, healthy, and happy.
What Should I Buy for My New Cat?
A litter box. This is a given. But you don’t need to settle for the plain, ugly ones available at most pet shops. There are much more attractive cat furniture options that cover up those litter trays. Whether you have a lot of space or very little, you can find a modern cat litter box for your home.
A food and water bowl. Some recommend aluminum bowls to prevent bacteria build-up. You’ll need to keep your cat on a regular feeding schedule, using the same type of cat food consistently. While humans need a varied diet, changing your cat’s food all the time will actually cause stomach and bowel irritation. Do research into the brands of cat or kitten food available to find the best brand for your cat.
A cat scratching post. You no doubt know cats love to scratch. But you will doubtfully love your kitten scratching your furniture! So invest in a cat scratching post early on.
A cat bed. Finding a plush cat bed for your favorite feline to nap on is a must-have piece of cat furniture. You can even buy cat beds that sit on your desk while you work, keeping your cat in easy chin-scratching distance.
A cat carrier. It’s important to always put your cat in a carrier when taking him to the vet or anywhere else.
How Can I Keep My Cat Safe?
Besides the things you’ll need to buy, you may also need to make some changes to your house. For one thing, there are products and objects that you may normally not think of as dangerous that may be fatal to your cat. Below is a short list of items that you should keep away from your feline.
1. Cleaning and landscaping products.
2. Bait for pests like ants, mice, and roaches.
3. Human medications.
4. Sharp objects.
5. Small toys.
6. Pennies, mothballs, coffee grounds, and alcohol.
As you can see, there’s not a lot you need to purchase or do to meet your first cat’s needs and desires. A few pieces of furniture like a cat litter box, scratching post, cat bed, a bowl, and a carrier will do the trick. Some simple hiding and storing of potentially dangerous products and objects will do a lot to keep your cat healthy. So relax and look forward to all the benefits of having a feline friend.
Cat Furniture Donated to Local NYC Shelter
Animal Haven Shelter in New York City came to us with a request. After a bit of ring worm that went around, they wanted to replace their current cat furniture in their cat room, the standard ugly beige shaggy cat towers we know and hate. At the same time they had a really nice space and wanted to beautify the room while giving cats a fun place to play while they wait to be adopted. We were happy to help!
We donated a variety of our cat furniture including 3 Little Lotus Cat Trees, 2 Lotus, 2 Refined Cat Litter Boxes, and 2 Catemporary Cat Boxes.
Our newer Lotus has carpet which is velcro’d on, making it easy to replace if a cat gets sick.
We love to help animal shelters and have a variety of programs to do so. If you work at one or know of one trying to raise money, please have them feel free to contact us.
Sign on the wall noting that The Refined Feline as donated this cat furniture
Kitty checks out the cat furniture in his new digs
Cat lounging on the Little Lotus Cat Tree
Cats enjoy the Little Lotus Cat Tree while they wait to be adopted. In the back, the Refined Litter Box is being explored.
"Please take me home"
"Take me with you" purrs the cat on top of the Catemporary Cat Box
What a nice cat bed to lounge on...
Just hang'n out on the Little Lotus
Just had to share. Dog who hurt his hind legs has a wheel bed of sorts
Thoughts on Cat Litter Box Furniture
Luxury Cat Litter Box Furniture
A litter box is a necessity and you make the sacrifice because you love your feline. Have you thought about cat litter box furniture? If you live in a studio apartment, or just prefer to keep the litter box in the main part of the house, you’d probably prefer not to see it. You may think you just have to put up with how it looks but you don’t anymore. The Refined Feline has designed cat furniture that works around this problem.
Cat Litter Box Furniture Options
There’s more than one option for cat litter box furniture, depending on your space limitations and furniture needs. Not only is it functional but it meets what modern taste demands.
If you’re looking for something that’s medium-sized and multifunctional, there is one piece of cat litter box furniture for you. It’s made of pine wood and ply, is stained to match your decor, and will blend right in with your other furniture pieces. It offers side access to your cat, which can be changed to the right or left, and convenient front access for you when it’s time to clean or change out the tray. Two hinged doors and a sliding tray make it even easier. You’ll have a top drawer for extra storage and a flat top surface to set a lamp, photos of family (or your cat), or a vase. At first glance, no one will ever know there’s a litter tray inside.
If you’re a fan of automatic litter boxes, then a slightly larger version of this cat litter box furniture is for you. Except for the drawer, it features the same great luxury look and functional style. If you also have a dog, you may want the dog-proof model. Again, it’s the same terrific functional and chic cabinet but with a top entry for your cat.
Interested in something smaller? For apartment or studio dwellers, there is an attractive cover-up for your litter box. A small cabinet that resembles a nightstand holds a large litter tray. A hole in the front allows your cat to enter and exit with ease, and a hinged door allows easy access for you. The design allows for more airflow preventing odor buildup. There’s even a small shelf inside for the litter scoop. The sleek design and odor reduction makes this cat litter box furniture