 Catladyland by Angie BaileyAngie is a Minnesota writer, word game junkie, creative project dabbler, music love, food enthusiast, wife, and mother to two humans and three cats. She spends her days enjoying her family, blogging, playing Scrabble, laughing at her cats’ shenanigans, and finding the general silliness in most everything. Catladyland is a 2010 Pettie Awards nominee for Best Cat Blog. |
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| 1. Who are your pets, and what have they taught you? |
| I have three cats: Saffy, Cosmo, and Phoebe. Saffy has taught me that being nice pays off and to fully enjoy every meal. Cosmo has taught me to relax and enjoy a snuggle now and again and that it is possible for a human and a cat to share the same pillow. Phoebe has taught me that persistence pays off and to never leave sticks of butter on the kitchen counter. |
| 2. What inspired you to start blogging, and when did you start? |
| I have always been a cat lover and have enjoyed writing since I was a little girl. Cat behavior fascinates and entertains me; I can’t help but laugh at their daily shenanigans. I have a habit of imagining them in funny — often human — scenarios and the thoughts that drift across my mind send me into fits of giggles. I thought, “Why not invite others to my crazy-party?” Thus, I began blogging in January of 2009. |
| 3. What tips would you give new pet bloggers to help them start out on a path to success? |
| I suggest being clear in your blog’s point-of-view. I have found that it’s easier to draw and keep readers when my writing is consistent and somewhat focused. I also recommend blogging regularly — it keeps me disciplined and gives the readers fresh, regular material. Additionally, I think it’s vital to connect with other bloggers who write about similar topics; networking provides opportunities to share information and form connections of all kinds. |
| 4. What pet topic are you most passionate about and why? |
| I write pet humor so I am definitely passionate about enjoying my cats, laughing, and savoring life with my pets. Life is too short — relax and play! |
| 5. What advice do you have for new pet owners? |
| You don’t need to buy expensive cat toys and Taj-Mahal-style cat villages — just save your shoe boxes and milk jug rings and your cats will be just as happy and playful (if not more). Catnip now and again doesn’t hurt either. |
