You can receive Featurettes by e-mail daily, weekly or monthly by request. We can e-mail by your choice of topic or all stories as you may prefer. To make it even more convenient for editors to use our stories, NAPS has added an RSS syndication feed to our Web site. Simply hit the RSS button on our site for automated updates on available content. Please contact us to arrange to receive Featurettes in the format that works best for you at (800) 222-5551 or e-mail your request to us at printmedia@napsnet.com. We can provide Featurettes on CD-ROM or you can download it online at www.napsnet.com. Gary Lipton Media Relations Manager Phone: 1-(800)-222-5551 Fax: 1-(800)-990-4329 Web site: www. napsnet .com e-mail: printmedia@napsnet.com #2699 North American Precis Syndicate, Inc., 415 Madison Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10017 Declare Your Cat Pride (NAPSA)—For anyone who’s ever wondered what it means to be a “cat person,” a recent survey by Toluna Analytics may provide some surprising answers. Today’s cat person tends to be smart, independent, friendly and active. The survey also found that cats are more often portrayed in a more positive light, and that the once negative ideas about cats are no longer widely believed. In fact, more than half of respondents said stereotypes about cats being shy, aloof and stubborn are simply untrue. The Problem While the changing perceptions of cats and cat people are a great start, more needs to be done, cat lovers contend. Every day, an estimated 11,000 pets are euthanized in U.S. shelters. Unfortunately, cats are at a disadvantage compared to dogs. Cats in shelters are euthanized at a higher rate, and those who wander off and become lost are much less likely to be reunited with their owners. An Answer In order to bring awareness to the cat-loving public, star of CBS’ “The Big Bang Theory,” Mayim Bialik, a cat parent and passionate adoption advocate, has teamed up with PetSmart Charities, a nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a lifelong, loving home for every pet. Bialik has an adopted cat named Frances, who was once a feral cat in need of a forever home. Since bringing Frances into her home, Bialik says that the cat has taught her a lot about patience and love. Actress Mayim Bialik says her formerly feral cat, Frances, taught her a lot about love and patience. A Contest To encourage others to share their cat pride, Bialik and PetSmart Charities created the #MeowOUT Yourself Contest. They want to know how you and your adopted cat break the stereotypes and why being a cat parent is something to be proud of. Through July 3, you can enter the contest by submitting a selfie with your adopted cat using hashtag #meowOUT via Instagram or Twitter or at www.petsmartchari ties.org/campaigns/meow-outyourself. Bialik will choose five of her favorite selfies; the winners and their adopted cats will be the face of today’s cats and cat people featured in promotional materials. Sharing your cat pride can mean more cats will find the forever homes they need and deserve. Clean And Simple (NAPSA)—Valuing both efficacy and simplicity, many men seek grooming products that maximize benefits without compromising quality. In fact, according to research by Ipsos, 78 percent of men agree that they prefer a routine to be as simple as possible. To meet that need and help men save both time and space, Kiehl’s Since 1851 has added a sulfatefree, silicone-free and paraben-free formula to its men’s line that cleans both hair and body with a foaming lather designed to leave men feeling clean and energized, after using only one product. When it comes to looking good, many men say simple is smart. Kiehl’s new Body Fuel All-InOne Energizing Wash features a refreshing scent along with caffeine, zinc, menthol, and vitamins C and E. It gently removes excess oil, perspiration and impurities to give tired-looking skin a fresher, healthier appearance and a smooth, energized, cooled feeling while enhancing the overall softness and manageability of hair. It makes a great gift for yourself or any man you care about and can be found in Kiehl’s freestanding stores and select specialty retailers, at www.kiehls. com/Body-Fuel or by calling (800) KIEHLS-2. Five Ways To Help Your Dog Have Healthy Joints (NAPSA)—Just as people do, dogs can develop joint and bone problems as they grow older. In fact, according to the Arthritis Foundation, arthritis affects one in every five adult dogs in the U.S. and is one of the most common sources of chronic pain that veterinarians treat. Fortunately, there are five things you should know and can do to protect your pet. 1. Know What To Look For First, know the signs. These can include: •Lameness •A noticeable limp •Hesitance to jump or climb stairs •Joint stiffness •Difficulty standing up or sitting down 2. Know The Cause Degeneration of joints is caused by the breakdown of cartilage that protects and cushions the bones in joints. Decreased mobility is commonly seen as the cartilage erodes with age but acute injury, genetic predisposition, and obesity can also contribute. 3. Know What It Means Difficulty moving and lameness can keep your dog from doing basic activities. This can lead to depression, irritability and weight gain. 4. Know What To Do There are several ways to make your dog more comfortable and help maintain normal joint function. If your dog is overweight, ask your veterinarian about dietary measures that can help ease pressure on aching joints. A balanced diet of proteins, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, and water is critical to your dog’s overall health and well-being. You can also give your dog healthy joint supplements, such You can help your dog’s life be a long and active one with special canine dietary supplements. as PetArmor Joint Health Maximum. This supplement for dogs contains glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM and manganese— the same active ingredients found in the No. 1 vet-recommended joint health supplement, Cosequin DS. The combination of these ingredients delivers maximum joint support and protection for puppies and dogs of all ages by helping to: •Build cartilage and connective tissue •Lubricate joints •Maintain healthy joint fluid pressure •Support joint health The highly palatable tablets are economical for long-term use and come in a bottle of 60 tasty chewable tablets available at Walmart. You and your dog may also like to try PetArmor Joint-Eze PLUS Dog Chewables. Their natural sources of chondroitin and glucosamine help cartilage and related connective tissue perform properly and support joint health. Glucosamine HCL and MSM are added to reduce and maintain healthy fluid pressure of soft tissue. 5. Know More To learn more, visit www.pet armor.com and call (888) 908-8425.
