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Sundays With Tabs the Cat, Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot, Vol. 218

November 18th, 2012 by Karen 16 Comments

Sundays with Tabs the Cat: Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot

Dear Tabby is written by Tabs the Cat, commonly regarded as “the world’s first plus-size kitty supermodel.” Founded in mid 2012, it has quickly become the most widely syndicated cat advice column on earth — known for its fresh, feline perspective on lifestyle, fashion and style issues affecting cats and humans.

A plant sitter’s dilema

Ashamed plant sitter
DEAR TABBY,

A feline friend of mine recently left on a month-long vacation and put me in charge of her favorite catnip plant. The other day, in a moment of weakness, I ate it…

The entire plant, leaving nothing but stems.

And my friend had left detailed instructions on the plant’s proper care. Nowhere on her list did it say, “Eat plant.”

What should I do?? Should I come clean and admit my crime, even though it’s too late to save the plant, or secretly have my assistant bring home a replacement from the gardening store?
— Not So Green Thumb

A cat-friendly deck garden
Fiber is your friend

DEAR NOT SO GREEN THUMB:

Believe it or not, yours is a very common problem, and I’ve been on both sides of the situation.

On a vacation last year I left my cherished catnip plant, which I use strictly for medicinal purposes, under the care of the Russian Blue next door.

Upon my return, all I found was an empty pot lying on its side.

Robbers? I thought, but then the Russian Blue confessed. He admitted to eating it, which angered me at first, but then he offered to purchase me a new one.

I accepted his offer and appreciated his honestly. After all, we all make mistakes. I’ve certainly made a few of mine…

So, yes, I think you should come clean. Apologize, and offer to buy her a new plant. Maybe also include a few cans of gravy to make peace.

Truthfully, even if you tried to replace the plant without your friend knowing, chances are she’d figure it out. It’s not easy to find thriving, mature catnip plants at local gardening stores (trust me, I’ve looked).

New roommate rocks one cat’s world

Kitty roommate troubles
DEAR TABBY,

My landlord/assistant (don’t ask) recently invited a new kitty roommate into our home, and let me be frank — I hate him.

He hogs the bed, the bathroom, steals my toys and even sleeps in MY stinky sock drawer. Oh, and he likes to nap in the same sunny patches that I like to nap in on the floor.

On top of all that…he’s always trying to be cute, so I feel like I have to be in “performance mode” all day long, constantly flashing my tum and looking adorable.

It’s exhausting!

What should I do? I’m tempted to just run away, but I still have a pretty sweet thing going here. There’s a steady supply of gravy, daily walks, and my pet assistant is also a licensed massage therapist.
— Roommate Troubles in Rohnert Park

Tabs and Marmalade spooning
Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer

DEAR ROOMMATE TROUBLES:

You know the old saying, “Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer”? Truer words were never spoken. I believe every cat should have that phrase crossed-stitched on a pillow.

In your case, I think you should make the next move. Do something nice for the intruder, like offer to groom him or spoon the next time you’re both napping.

Build up some trust, because not only will it bring you peace of mind, it’s also a good way to carefully monitor the new cat’s activities.

And who knows? Maybe one day the two of you will become real friends.

Cat fashion statement or feline faux pas?

Patience is a virtue
DEAR TABBY,

After a wild night with friends and one too many catnip cocktails, I pulled a Britney and shaved my fur!

Well, not all of it. I got one of those lion cuts, and now I deeply regret it…

I know I’m just going to have to wait for my fur to grow out, but do you have any fashion suggestions to help ease the transition?
— I’m Not Lyin’

Tabs for the Estee Lauder Holiday Party collection
One word: sweaters

DEAR I’M NOT LYIN’,

Try to look on the bright side. Your impromptu fur care decision gives you an excuse to go all out with edgy fashion!

One word: accessories. Kitties today have a ton of stylish choices.

Also, with the holidays here, this is a great time to stock up on Christmas sweaters — festive greens and reds look great with most fur patterns.

Just try to avoid sweaters with round, red pom-poms, a la Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer… You don’t want to look any more undignified, unless you’re trying to play the part of an ironic hipster kitty.

Lately when I’ve been sweater shopping, I look for snowflake patterns and sequins.

Of course, if sweaters aren’t your thing, you could always try ribbons. They’re super affordable (very often free this time of year) and come in an assortment of colors and patterns.

Give it a try one of these days. I’m telling you, ribbons are great when you want to look polished but don’t have a lot of free time between playing and napping.

As for your fur, all you can do is be patient (and try not to make the same mistake twice).

A pet assistant seeking guidance on gift giving

Making a good impression at work
DEAR TABBY,

I’m a brand new pet assistant (three months in!), and I want to make a good first holiday impression with my feline employer.

I’d like to get her a gift, but I’m not sure what’s appropriate. I don’t want to cross any pet/pet assistant boundaries by getting something too personal, but then again, I want to look like I’m trying.

What do you suggest?
— Clueless at Gift Giving

My assistant is Santa
I know where the presents come from…

DEAR CLUELESS,

How about a carefully curated gift basket filled with your feline’s favorite treats and treasures? Maybe a few snacks, perhaps a few toys (does she like feathers? lasers?). I know that in my case, gifts like that are always appreciated.

Another thing, personally, I usually prefer gifts with a personal touch to high-ticket pieces, like Prada collars (but shhhh, please don’t tell my family, because I really hope to get some Chanel this Christmas).

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addicts,

Karen and Tabs

Sundays With Tabs the Cat, Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot, Vol. 218 / Originally published November 18th, 2012

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  1. Kathleen says

    November 18th, 2012 at 11:10 pm

    So cute. I love this column! Never stop, Tabs. XOXO

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  2. Kathleen says

    November 18th, 2012 at 11:11 pm

    So cute. I love this column! Never stop, Tabs.

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  3. Anna says

    November 18th, 2012 at 11:36 pm

    You should totally review some feline beauty products. Of course, there is nothing that can improve the actual looks of them, and us assistants of short hairs masters can’t really get seriously in the grooming market. But I used to serve a beautiful chinchilla Persian master and, well, he required a lot of salon attention (which he pretended to hate).

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  4. Michelle says

    November 19th, 2012 at 1:44 am

    Superb column and advice, Tabs!

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  5. Marla says

    November 19th, 2012 at 2:02 am

    Those pictures are adorable.

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  6. Nina says

    November 19th, 2012 at 7:56 am

    LOL @ I know where presents come from. 😀

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  7. Ineke says

    November 19th, 2012 at 8:39 am

    WAAAW, Great Column! Love it SOOO much!!

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  8. Annemarie says

    November 19th, 2012 at 12:10 pm

    Tabs, your advice is priceless!! 🙂

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  9. mary says

    November 19th, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    Oh my gosh, I agree with all of the above comments! Fab pics & advice!

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  10. Vanessa says

    November 19th, 2012 at 4:14 pm

    Nice column — I like the picture with the plants 🙂

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  11. Tiffany says

    November 19th, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Tabs, I love this column.myou always give great advice and I love the pictures. 🙂

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  12. Tiffany says

    November 19th, 2012 at 4:24 pm

    I love the line, “nowhere does it say ‘eat plant'”. Lol

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  13. Chelsea says

    November 19th, 2012 at 8:04 pm

    Love Dear Tabby!

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  14. Swatch And Learn says

    November 19th, 2012 at 9:40 pm

    Hehehehe! This was so cute, and I enjoyed reading it! 🙂 That’s why I love your blog, Karen! You have a great sense of humour and your blog is full of personality.
    Swatch And Learn recently posted … Nail Art: Vertical Stripe Nails

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  15. S says

    November 20th, 2012 at 9:37 am

    Hahahaha, “medical purposes only.” I love you, Tabs!

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  16. Melitina says

    November 22nd, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    “You don’t want to look any more undignified, unless you’re trying to play the part of an ironic hipster kitty”. Suddenly an imaginary Lana del Rey feline employer pops up in my mind, hahaha!!!

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