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Cat Bucks the Standing Desk Trend

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Cat Bucks the Standing Desk Trend

by Anna Washenko, FluffPo Correspondent

Despite recent studies showing the detrimental effects of too much sitting, San Francisco cat Tabby has been steadfastly ignoring the numerous emails from the HR department encouraging her to get up an move around.

The feline programmer works at a forward-thinking tech startup that has been offering employees the option to switch to standing desks and take walking meetings. They’ve also outfitted all hires with Fitbit tracking bands and instituted a monthly prize for whoever moves the most.

“We want to make sure that our team is happy and healthy. It’s good for our employees and it saves on our healthcare premiums,” HR manager Patricia Wallace said. “Everybody was really excited about bringing in standing desks except Tabby. She seems totally content to curl up on her chair, even though it’s not good for her. I mean she leave aside the health stuff, she can barely reach the keys!“

Via Laura D’Alessandro.

REPORT: Cat Is Awful at Taking Selfies

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REPORT: Cat Is Awful at Taking Selfies

by Scott Friedstein, FluffPo Correspondent

Everyone’s taking selfies these days, so it was only a matter of time before Sheila got in on the action. The area cat recently purchased her first smartphone, and has reportedly been snapping away ever since.

“She really has no idea what she’s doing,” says Debra Russell, the cat’s owner. “I took a look at her Instagram the other day, and it’s just all terrible selfies.”

Photography experts tell The Fluffington Post that Sheila may be at a natural disadvantage.

“Cats can’t raise their arms very well,” says Frank Koenig of Sears Portrait Studio in Athens, GA. “The resulting low angle can be detrimental to the photo. She might also just be really bad at photography.”

The cat has apparently shown no signs of slowing down. 

“She’ll grow out of it – hopefully,” says Russell. “I honestly don’t know how many more close-up shots of whiskers I can look at.”

Via danniegurl4388.

Husky Kills at Open Mic

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Husky Kills at Open Mic

by Anna Washenko, FluffPo Correspondent

Aspiring blues singer and noted canine howler, Lupo the dog performed to universal acclaim at the open mic last night at Rose’s Lounge. The Memphis bar has the reputation of being a proving ground for the next generation of blues and folk acts and frequent guests include agents and festival organizers.

Friends close to Lupo said that a strong outing at the open mic could be the big career break he needs.

The dog performed a rousing rendition of the classic “Hound Dog,” as well as an original composition titled “Husky Pup Blues,” which was generally well received.

“I’m pretty impressed by Lupo so far,” said talent scout, Miles McGee, who attended the open mic. “He’s a little too well-domesticated to be a Howlin’ Wolf, but he’s still on the right track.”

Via MsSaraKelly.