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Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Dec 10
Please don’t shoot her? Please take her to the vet, have the vet give her a shot to help her relax and then give her the shot to stop her heart?
You’ll feel better and while holding your sweet baby,…(more)
How do your cats act after you come back from vacation?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Mon
Thanks for asking!
First, cats are either thrilled you’re back or are truly ticked off! There does not seem to be e
We have 3 rescues that have 4–5 years between them. Our kitties now are age 15, 10 …(more)
What are the feelings you still want to feel before you die?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Mon
Gratitude and peace. I hope to be reunited with my loved ones then.
Sadly, my Dad, 85, died before my eyes after all hope was gone of recovery from a hernia gone bad in June. It was pain…(more)
Do pigs get attached to their owner?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Sun
Of course!
Pigs are one of the most intelligent mammals alive!
As pets, they are usually very affectionate and loving companions attuned to their owner’s moods.
Yet, it depends on lots of factors. Wha…(more)
Would you go out with someone who disliked your pet?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Mar 19
Hell, No! 2 views · Answer requested by Gary Korenstein
How would you feel if your boyfriend is afraid of cats?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Updated Sat
First, anyone who knows me, clearly knows I rescue some cats and they become a part of my family. So, I truly doubt I’d be at all attracted to a man who was afraid of felines.
Being married for 30 y…(more
What animals are capable of love?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present)Answered Mar 18
While I’m not an animal expert, I’ve spent a lifetime with wonderful animal friends! I know that we have and do love(d) our dog and cat family! We currently have three rescue kitties, age 4–5 years…(more)
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Mar 18
Feral cats like cozy spots like boxes or even a modified ice chest turned upside downs with a door and clean bedding to snuggle up with. Usually, a box not far from a heat source or in a barn or sh…(more)
Why won’t my cat go on my bed anymore?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Updated Fri
Baby Boomer, age 4.
It depends on numerous factors. Elderly cats or senior cat citizens may have a tough time jumping up. If you have a dominant cat or dog, your cat may be intimidated. If you have …(more)
What do I do if my parents sent the cat away, but there’s still fleas in my room?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Mar 17
Well, hopefully, your parents didn’t get rid of the cat — hope they gave her a flea bath and got some good flea medicine, that should always be done immediately before a cat comes into a household. …(more)
How does your naughty child look like? Share a pic. (dog, cat, your favorite lovable animal)?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Mar 17
My kitties never actually look guilty—more miffed if they realize we are displeased. Of course, if one accidentally hurts you, the older ones are concerned and try to comfort you. Overall, we love an…(more)
What age did your cats make it to until they passed away?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Dec 24
It totally broke my heart when the older kitten we adopted in 2001 died of a heart attack at 15. This was a challenging cat, but after months of patience, we all became soulmates.
We’ve had many cat…(more)
Are house cats happier in pairs?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Updated Dec 24
Above is Woody Guthrie Parker. He’s age 9 tonight. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
My answer is yes. I believe cats are happier in a small group of 2–3.
In my experience, most kittens after being…(more)
Why does my wife pick up an argument with me about cheating every day?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Dec 8
Did you or do you cheat on her? If so, you have the answer. If not, let her know she’s the only one for you, but her jealousy isn’t attractive or appreciated. She needs to know you’re a man or woma…(more
Is it better to adopt a pet or buy a pet?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Dec 4
I’d like for you to read a story I just wrote about PAAS Vinita in Oklahoma. Once you read it, perhaps you’ll consider adopting an abandoned or unwanted pet.
We have three rescue cats who we worship…(more)
Can you share the most adorable picture of your kitten?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Nov 25
If your cat could talk or communicate, would you be better off not knowing what they think of you?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Nov 25
Not at all. We have three gorgeous rescue cats, Pilgrim, Woody and Baby Boomer — all between 5–6 years of age between them.
I know what our cats think because I communicate with them every day. I fe…(more)
If your pet became sentient verbal and intelligible for ten minutes, what would you ask it?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Nov 25
I would ask him how he feels physically and emotionally. Cats are not able to express when they are in pain and often hide and want to be left alone, and I want my three rescue boys to be healthy a…(more)
Is it necessary to put a blanket on a kitten when they’re sleeping?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Nov 15
Usually not, but if it is alone, it would be helpful to make sure the little guy has a soft toy 🧸 to snuggle up with and is in a heated environment inside when it is cold. There are even purring fl…(more)
If your pet could talk, what would it say to you?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Nov 13
We co-parent three adorable rescue kitties, Pilgrim, age 15; Woody Guthrie, 8, and Baby Boomer, 3. So, ours is a chorus of mews, meows and mighty yawns throughout the day. So, here’s my guess …
As s…(more)
What is the worst case of a pet allergy you’ve seen?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 31
I have a kitty named Woody Guthrie with very sensitive skin, especially at the base of his back before his tail. He’s allergic to flea bites. So we work hard to make sure he and the other rescues h…(more)
What does it mean when my cat blinks at me?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 29 Originally Answered
Why does my cat blink slowly once when she spots me? · Remove Banner
That is how she says, “I love you” — try saying it back by slowly closing your own eyes and looking away for a moment. Kitties love it!18 views · View Upvoters
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 15
Your question reveals that you probably haven’t had much quality time with cats; if you’ve ever had one?
I love both dogs and cats, but they are different species and both have their own forms of …(more)
Is there any evidence that when our pets die they are waiting for us on the “flipside”?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 11
I have no real insight other than what I hope will be our existence on the other side. Apparently, the Pope has said that our beloved pets should be there when we go to Heaven or the after-world.
I …(more
What trait of your partner do you admire, that inspires you to be a better person?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 10
My gorgeous husband, John Parker, is a man of true integrity who believes in equal rights, freedom of speech and ensuring the dignity of human freedom. He was my friend and co-worker for years at tw…(more)
Is it advisable to adopt pets in pairs so they don’t feel lonely? Why or why not?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 9
This has been my experience. We actually have 3, each 5 years apart. This means that the older cats know how to care for the kittens. They’re great big brothers! 6 views · Answer requested by Donne Parker
How can I make my cat more beautiful?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 9
Spend special attention creating rituals with your kitty after it is weaned, plus consider adopting a sibling or two for your kitties
I suggest rescue cats of all ages. Provide regular cuddle time. …(more)
Should you get pets before or after you have a baby?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 7
I believe all children and their parents enrich their lives and that of their pet(s) families when they adopt rescue pets. Yes, having an expensive, designer pet with pedigrees is nice, but childre…(more)
Why does my cat run to my crying baby, even though he dislikes being around my son?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Oct 3
Crying human babies and kittens’ cries are very similar. They both express helplessness, fright, or usually hunger or discomfort.
Your cat cannot help himself when your baby cries out. Despite his first…(more)
Is it okay to leave your cat in a cage all day?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Sep 30
I personally believe it is unwise to leave a cat in a cage all day. How many truly happy cats have you seen in cages? It would be cruel to raise one in a cage.
Studies have shown that cats love and …(more)
What should you never say to a cat owner?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Sep 10, 2019
First, you should be sensitive enough to not say “I love dogs. … or other animals more than cats …” because if you say that, you are immediately placing a cat owner on the defensive.
That behavior i…(more)
Could I be accidentally making my cat like me less? He used to be extremely affectionate and now he doesn’t cuddle almost at all. It was a gradual change. Am I doing something wrong?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Sep 5, 2019
Cats are sensitive. If you aren’t spending time playing with them or walking them, the next best thing is to give them some deep tissue massage! I found this out after moving back to Oklahoma from …(more)
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Shared Aug 14, 2019
Do cats get emotionally attached to their owners like dogs?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Aug 14, 2019
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Aug 14, 2019
Absolutely! My husband and I have raised numerous kittens from various ages into senior citizens, and we can assure you that all cats are unique and have as many different personalities as people d…(more)
What is the greatest super power to have in life?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Jul 31, 2019
Resiliency.
This does not mean you do not suffer or feel pain less than others when tragedy occurs, it simply means often that you have already been through enough terrible loss, abuse and more in t…(more)
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Shared Jul 26, 2019 Important for writers to know how to approach nonfiction vs. fiction. I have a true-to-life story that involves many current, temporary and deceased family members. To sell my life’s story, do I need any special permission from the temporary or current family members? Thanks!
Ask a ScreenwriterAnswered Jul 24, 2019 by Skip Press
Your concern is “life rights” and the possibility of any kind of defamation. Here’s a good piece of research for you from Mark Litwak. Purchasing Life Story Rights I recommended Mark in at least one of my W…(more)
Is love a human construct or a real thing?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Jul 26, 2019
If you’ve been in love before, you know that it is real. But, true love changes in time and as you age.
There are many different types of love, including the love and bonds between couples, between …(more)
Are strength, honor and resilience male-only traits?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Jul 25, 2019
Of course not. They are human traits. Ask any woman who has had a baby about the resilience and strength needed to give birth and to raise a child. Honor is an individual trait that applies equally…(more)
What were some popular clothing styles in the 70’s?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker, Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered Jul 23, 2019
The 1970s were a time of transition. The 60s were flower children and the 70s were a time of long dresses, bangs or feathered chaircuts for women and much more. You saw many young women moving into…(more)
What are some useful tips for students starting their first semester at the University of Oklahoma?
Do you bury your dead animals on your property?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker Communications Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered just now
Yes. We love our rescue kitties so much, that we want them to be near to us and their younger rescue “brothers,” although they’re not really related. They’re about 5–6 years apart. This was a tradition when I was growing up in Oklahoma and I guess we’ve kept the tradition for most of our lives.
Losing a beloved pet is one of the toughest losses to recover from, although, of course, losing a loved one you are close is often is much more devastating. I depends on the depth of that love and relationship. I have cats I love much more than some of my less worthy supposed family members.
I guess it all depends on the way you want to honor your animals and if you still want a part of them physically near to you. It would probably make more sense to have their ashes spread in the future because our backyard is small and we already have three kitties buried there.
Right now we have our beloved Jr. in the backyard and two other family members’ kitties. We do have an angel statue and a beautiful fairy above their graves. I always think of how much joy they brought our family and how grateful I am for their sharing their lives with us.
I hope to dance in Heaven with all my dear departed friends and family, as well as reunite with our beloved pets! The Pope said pets will be in Heaven and I’m counting on it!
What’s the worst thing your cat can be allergic to?
What is the worst case of a pet allergy you’ve seen?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker Communications Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present) Answered ThuOriginally Answered:
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I have a kitty named Woody Guthrie with very sensitive skin, especially at the base of his back before his tail. He’s allergic to flea bites. So we work hard to make sure he and the other rescues have their flea treatments. It is miserable when he gets bit. I am constantly cleaning his back and treating him with anti-itch medication. It may not be the worst thing to be allergic to, but it makes him miserable … poor baby!
Have you ever had an animal who was your soulmate?
Kevan Goff-Parker, Kevan Goff-Parker Communications Owner at Kevan Goff-Parker Communications (2009-present)
What a great question, Maxine, thanks for asking!
I’m in my mid-50s and my husband and I have been cat owners most of our adult lives (rescue kitties only). We also had pet cats as children.
About 20 years ago, after our son became an adult, that we started our true journey on caring for three generations of rescue kitties — each age 5 to 6 years apart.
This is mainly because we love our cats so very much, we cannot stand to lose one of them, plus we truly know there are so many homeless cats that need good homes, we believe each rescue deserves a great life!
We’ve also tried to help cats that need a better life than constantly having litters of kittens.
Although we already had two dearly loved rescue cats living with us, about 10 years ago in Renton, WA, we trapped “Momma Kitty” — a feral that wasn’t fixed. She had already given birth to a litter before and lived part-time on our back porch.
When she had another litter of five, we took action and trapped her and the kittens. We had Momma Kitty fixed and re-released in our neighborhood.
Thankfully, we found homes for three of the kittens, but although we tried hard to tame two cute orange kitties, they remained pretty feral. Nevertheless, Butters and Leo left together to become barn cats.
Back to my soulmate kitty … as for our own boys, we call them all brothers because each generation loves and cares for the younger kitties, cleaning and playing with them. All three are fixed males.
Each of our adopted kittens gets the same treatment from at least one or both older brothers.
This started this with “Jr.,” who we adopted while living in the West Indies in St. Kitts-Nevis, where we lived for a year running a newspaper.
Jr. was an anomaly. The Island vet students who dropped him off delivered a terrified native older kitten who basically hid for two weeks under our sofa.
I cried so much hoping Jr. would accept some of the toys, love and treats we gave him.
I had asked the vet students to come back and pick him back up, but then I took a ball and bounced It up the stairs, and as it bounded down, suddenly that cute little kitty’s hunting instincts took over and he was fascinated!
We played ball for at least an hour. And, from that moment on, we were soulmates!
Jr. slept with us every night, we played like crazy and he was so clever and funny that he always had us laughing.
We say he was coconut white, cannonball black with yellow-devil eyes (only with mischief and humor, of course)!
Jr. just loved being the center of attention and showed his appreciation by being probably the most devoted hunter ever, delivering gifts like tree lizards (little ones), catching bugs and centipedes (which are no joke there), such nasty stings! Nearly all types of things that Jr. believed his inept parent cats should know how to catch …
My husband, John, also took to him immediately, and they were the best-bonded male pals ever!
John would smoke cigars while Jr. and he looked at the ocean, watching the wave crashing on the shores, from the small balcony of our little villa at Horizon Bay, outside of the main city of Basseterre, St. Kitts.
Jr. came back with us to the USA and was a great travel companion. Fearless. About five years later, he mentored a kitten named Pilgrim Parker that we adopted. He is a soft, silky gray and white tuxedo cat with the sweetest personality ever.
Pilgrim from day one has always been the grown-up in the room, plus impeccably dressed as a tuxedo cat with white gloves, a white chest, plus so kind to his brothers that none deserve his Immense patience and kindness.
Jr. was, of course, our soulmate kitty until he passed away, sadly, of a heart attack about four years ago at 15.
We were devastated, so was Pilgrim. Yet, we had already adopted our third kitty, Woody “Bear” Guthrie Parker.
Pilgrim Parker, age 15.
Woody was an abandoned kitten found alone in a warehouse. He’s now about 8. We bottle-fed Woody, who was tiny, yet fierce. He slept on my chest as a kitten, eats fresh meat each meal and is more human and spoiled than any cat deserves to be.
Today, Pilgrim and Woody sleep with us in the morning and want to hang with Mom all day long.
A year after Jr. passed, we got a stunningly gorgeous buff kitten from the Oklahoma Humane Society that we named Baby Boomer. He’s very independent, but also loves to play, hunt and is completely irresistible.
For this past year, my soulmate now has been Pilgrim. He’s getting old and snuggles me behind from his bed on top of my Lazy-boy.
When my beloved Dad died in June, I cried for months. Pilgrim would come up to me and put his paw on my hand or on my arm, look me in the eyes with his own, filled with love, comfort and compassion.
Pilgrim is the smartest of all the cats we’ve ever owned, plus so intuitive and sensitive.
I know in my life, despite all the wonderful cats we’ve raised and cared for, Pilgrim will be the love of my life as far as our cats.
He’s gentle, thoughtful and so loving. He’s also very funny, pretends to try to bite my nose and cares so well for his brothers.
Although I know Pilgrim has, hopefully, a few years left, we want nothing more than to be together. I feel so grateful for this darling boy, for all he’s done to care for his older and younger brothers, I just pray we have more time together. A gift from God, truly!
So, my answer is this, as we and our pets age, our soulmates can change as we all age. I’m positive Woody Bear will be my next soulmate when the time comes, then Boomer … for we are rich in love and wonderful rescue cats. I’m sure God wouldn’t have it any other way …
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