A Michael Broad Blog
Lejandro Acosta Oliveros, a 45-year-old man from Santa Ana, California, was arrested on April 23, 2025, on felony animal cruelty charges after being accused of abducting, torturing, and killing over a dozen neighborhood cats over the past two years. The Santa Ana Police Department initiated the investigation following multiple reports from residents in the …
Cats may live under our roofs, but make no mistake—they are not mere guests. They are cohabitants, with needs, desires, and boundaries that deserve as much respect as our own. The classic phrase, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do,” reminds travelers to adapt to the customs of the place they visit. But …
“Variety is the spice of life” means that doing different things, trying new experiences, or changing routines adds excitement and interest to life, much like spices enhance the flavor of food. Without variety, life can feel dull or monotonous. This saying encourages people to embrace change, explore the unfamiliar, and enjoy diversity in everyday …
When it comes to communicating with your cat companion, the old adage “actions speak louder than words” could not be more true. Cats don’t speak our language—but they read us closely. How we approach, touch, and handle them says more than any cooed words ever could. Although warm, gentle human vocalisations are great accompany …
Introduction: what I am proposing here is radical and obviously impractical but it’s what I want to see. I want to see Britain stand up with a high level of self esteem. I want Britain to be courageous and to make bold statements. That’s what Trump is doing and it’s something for which you …
I don’t use the internet anymore!! Except for news roundups and MSN’s presentation of the news. This must prove that the internet as we knew it – in respect of content sites – is now dying and almost dead. I use AI all the time nowadays and it is improving rapidly on a daily …
Introduction In early 2025, several U.S. pet food companies initiated recalls of raw cat food products due to concerns over contamination with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1, commonly known as bird flu. These recalls were prompted by confirmed cases of the virus in domestic cats, some of which resulted in fatalities. The incidents …
An anonymous UK vet recently claimed that they have to earn more per pet patient. It was reported on the BBC evening news. It caught my eye but is in alignment with many earlier reports on the vet business in the UK which has allegedly tended to become greedier thanks to corporate buyouts of …
