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PHOTO OP: Kitties on a Toadstool

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Just for Men for Cats Names New Spokeskitty

Just for Men for Cats, which promises that older felines can comb away the gray in just one applications, has named Dali, a 7-year-old cat from Pasadena, CA as its new spokeskitty.

Dali, who has been a customer of the brand for years and operates a popular YouTube video blog in which he imparts fashion tips for male cats, will begin appearing in commercials for the brand in 2013.  The terms of the arrangement were not disclosed, but Variety magazine is reporting that Just for Men for Cats locked up Dali for at least three years.

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Cat Finds Success in Independent Bookstore Business

In spite of the rising popularity of e-books and an overall shaky economy, Voltaire the cat surprised friends last year by opening a small book shop.  A little over a year later and Books on Main is a smashing success and nascent cultural hub.

“We all thought he was foolish,” said friend Tony Randazzi.  "Who starts a bookstore in the Age of Google and Amazon?  But he sure proved us wrong.“

According to sources, Voltaire’s tiny shop is on track to do half a million dollars in sales this year, with plans to expand into the vacant former hairdresser space next door.  

"The key to our success is community building,” said Kat Wesgger, the manager of Books on Main. “Small, independent bookstores still have a place in society.  To sell books, yes, but more importantly, as cultural centers for the communities they serve.  That’s our goal.”

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Cat Botches Holiday Decorations

In his rush to set up the Christmas tree this year, an area cat name Chilo went somewhat overboard.

“He put some heavy duty ornaments at the top, but didn’t balance the weight below,” says Kate Charlotte, a source close to the situation. “The whole thing toppled over after one hour.”

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Cat’s New Exercise Routine Questioned by Experts

Fitness video guru and motivational speaker Alexander the Great has come under fire for his new exercise routine dubbed “Flip It Out.” The cat’s 14-step workout mostly entails rolling around wildly on the bed, limbs flailing in all directions.

“There’s certainly no proof that it works any important muscle groups,” says fitness instructor and nutritionist Judy Crenshaw. “And there’s a good chance people could get hurt whipping around like that.”

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