Dog Days of Summer For Cats
This Mancat Monday is almost wordless. Odin writes, directs and stars in his tribute to summer called The Dog Days of Summer For Cats.
Hey cat friends, it’s time I got my time in the spotlight. That media hog, Merlin thinks it’ll always be Mondays With Merlin but that’s not true. We’ve been giving extra attention because it’s probably his last summer but that’s what we said last summer. Ah, summer, it’s been very, very good to me. Plenty of fresh air, exercise, good food, a water fountain on the porch and the green splendor of nature’s carpet. There is nothing better than cool grass on a hot day. Splendour in the grass without a care in the world.
BUT WAIT, THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING. thank goodness for flea/tick protection. Time to move to another location. I call this Splendour in the dirt. it’s a wild spot where’s voles and mousies lurk but some days are too hot to hunt if you know what I mean. Come on. come closer.
Welcome to my wild world. I have silk cushions, down duvets and every comfort at home. I have a cozy porch, comfy garden furniture and yet like most cats, if given the choice prefer dirt sometimes. It’s good to get your ear to the ground and listen the heartbeat of Mother earth.
it’s also good to sniff the air while nature’s back massagers do their magic. Ah, you humans should try it some time.
All the fresh air is making me relaxed and hungry for something Mmm…
I feel something happening. wait for it…
Ah, ah, ya know you can’t resist a good yawn…
Thanks taking time to pause for a paw break with me. Feel more relaxed? Did you yawn too? Good, my job is done. Now excuse me while I get back to taking it easy. Omc, I don’t know how you humans do it. Always busy. Working and… yawn…
29 Comments
Cynthia Southern
Odin looks so content and happy.
Kitties Blue
Wow, Odin, what a glorious day in the garden you had. These are such excellent photos, and we do feel more relaxed. XO, Lily Olivia, Mauricio, Misty May, Giulietta, Fiona, Astrid, Lisbeth and Calista Jo
Flynn
I agree with you Odin, there is nothing better than rolling in the dirt followed by relaxing in the cool green grass. Unfortunately our summer seems to have deserted us. We are struggling to reach mid 50s with coldest August temperatures on record forecast in the next few days.
The Swiss Cats
You’re so true, Odin, you know how to take it easy ! Nature massages and chilling out on the grass are soooo good ! Purrs
CatInTheFridge
Natures back massagers are great! That’s what I call MomFOD’s hands. – Crepes.
Katnip Lounge
Oh Odin, we’re mesmerized by the black patches on both your wrists! You are so organized about your markings.
Sometimes Cats Herd You
Odin, you look so happy in the grass! Seeing you sprawled out on your back like that made us smile.
Brian Frum
Now that dirt roll looks like tons of fun to me!
Carolyn
Excellent Odin!! I caught Austin rolling in the mulch today when he had the whole house and shed to choose from for his comfort! Good to see you taking centre stage 🙂 though Merlin always has a place in our hearts xx
Skeeter and Izzy
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH a good roll in the dirt/grass/concrete/asphalt, does a body good!
Where has the year gone? Time moves way too fast for us humans. Thank s for sharing your relaxation technique with us!
luvs
Skeeter and Izzy and the Feral Gang + Twig & Peanut & Romeo >^..^<
Marilia
Your photos are PURRRRFECT!!!!!
Sue Brandes
Loved your post. Aww he is so adorable.
Angel AbbyGrace
Odin we enjoyed your splendor! You are such a handsome mancat, but we did miss one picture of Merlin on Monday!
Layla
Next week fur sure :-0
jansfunnyfarm
Well, you sure have Marcus panting and excited at the word dirt. His favorite color and texture in the world. Thanks for the great photos you shared.
Layla Morgan Wilde
Dirt is not a four-letter word around here 😉 Thanks for appreciating the photos. Sometime I think peeps forget I do all the photography around here.
Tamago
Looks like you are enjoying summer, Odin! Love the picture of you with your raspberry 🙂
I gotta try nature’s back massager like you do – maybe my back pain will go away!
Layla Morgan Wilde
Odin sends the boys an extra purrs.
Layla Morgan Wilde
Odin recommends a dishwasher 😉
da tabbies o trout towne
dood…lookin good mama’s boy…N hey…due knot forget summer time fishin …& roll in sum dirt for uz can ya pleez ♥
Layla Morgan Wilde
Why thank-you dear friends. Our pond is almost dry so no fishing.
The Island Cats
What we would give to do a little rolling in the grass. We’ll live vicariously through you, Odin.
Layla Morgan Wilde
That’s another bonus Odin says with a *wink*
Beverly
Summertime, summertime, sum, sum, summertime. . .
Sammy
Oh Odin you certainly did provide a good demonstration of how to take it easy! I too love a good dirt bath from time to time although my Mom is NOT impressed. You look quite content there in the cool grass……I enjoy that too but with the drought around here, finding a patch of ACTUAL green grass that’s not singed is a tough thing to do. Enjoy these last days of summer my friend……….the cool and crisp days aren’t far ahead…..but then those are nice too!!
Hugs, Sammy
Layla Morgan Wilde
Sammy, we are enjoying every second and I hope you enjoy some green grass before autumn.
Hannah and Lucy
We agree with you Odin – our human is very slow as she spend ages washing not just her dishes in soapy water but ours too. If only she realised that a quick lick of her tongue the dishes would be ready in a trice for the next meal.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
Sparkle
Humans could really learn things from us cats, Odin – too bad so few of them are teachable.
Layla Morgan Wilde
Ah, but they are if the humans listen.