Whiskers, Etc.

Weekly feature for our furry friends and those who love them.

Cosmo and "Cat Pack" volunteers (12/27/13)
Holiday stocking stuffer 'purr'-fection (12/27/13)

Sarah Dixon (left) and Madison Sutton, both of McCook, drop off a couple gift baskets of Christmas goodies they wrapped together with items to help the shelter, such as a leash, chew toys, cat treats, dog food and litter box deodorizer. Also included in the baskets were some sweet holiday treats for the animal shelter staff as a thank you for all of their hard work in 2013, the 30-year anniversary of the McCook Humane Society, which supports and serves McCook and the surrounding area. ...
A Kola for the road (12/20/13)

Here's Kola -- from Stratton, Nebraska -- doing something that she loves ...
Paco's favorite chair (12/13/13)

"Paco" is a senior 9-year-old adopted dog from the McCook Humane Society who spends a lot of these winter days sleeping in his favorite chair.
Butter, up close (12/6/13)

Amy Blomstedt of McCook shares this "up close-and-personal" picture of her sister Melissa Powell's cat, Butter. Also known as Mantequilla by friends and relations, Butter's a sweet-natured and playful fella who was adopted by Powell, a Kansas City resident. Share your favorite Whisker photo with readers of the McCook Gazette. Bring photo and information to the Gazette offices at West First and E Streets, mail them to PO Box 1268, McCook, NE 69001, or email them to editor2@ocsmccook.com...
Lorie's 'Little Bean' (11/29/13)

Meet Lorie Prestes' "latest addition" to her family, a 3-month-old Chihuahua named Little Bean. Although you might not be able to tell from a still photo, Lorie says she's full of life -- "she is a little jumping bean!" -- which is how the pup earned her name. (Photo courtesy Lorie Prestes)...
Squirrel! (11/22/13)

This squirrel was snapped while scurrying about and snacking in the branches of a hackberry tree on a cool and cloudy afternoon earlier this year. (Jeremy Blomstedt/McCook Gazette)
Chubby cheeks (11/15/13)
Aren't you ready yet? (11/8/13)

Oscar, a schnauzer and Bo, a Pyrenees, love going for rides in the pickup. Share your favorite Whisker photo with readers of the McCook Daily Gazette. Bring photo and information to the Gazette offices at West First and E Streets, mail them to PO Box 1268, McCook, NE 69001, or email them to editor2@ocsmccook.com...
Go Big Red! (10/25/13)

The Garner pets show their Husker Spirit. Jazmine (Yorkie) and Missy (lab/retriever) bark, "Go Big Red!" Share your favorite Whisker photo with readers of the McCook Daily Gazette. Bring photo and information to the Gazette offices at West First and E Streets, mail them to PO Box 1268, McCook, NE 69001, or email them to editor2@ocsmccook.com...
Breakfast in bed (9/20/13)

Bill Coe of Max, Nebraska, shares this endearing photo of Momma and Kit enjoying a relaxed nap-snack. Share your favorite Whisker photo with readers of the McCook Daily Gazette. Bring photo and information to the Gazette offices at West First and E Streets, mail them to PO Box 1268, McCook, NE 69001, or email them to editor2@ocsmccook.com...
Ready and waiting (9/13/13)

LilBit, a rescue from the McCook Humane Society, waits patiently for whatever comes next during "Girls Night Up." Although all boy, he was welcomed to the annual celebration earlier this summer, attentive to the needs of his young humans, Haili and Maddy. Share your favorite Whisker photo with readers of the McCook Daily Gazette. Bring photo and information to the Gazette offices at West First and E Streets, mail them to PO Box 1268, McCook, NE 69001, or email them to editor2@ocsmccook.com...
This too shall pass (9/6/13)

Bill Coe of Max, Nebraska, shared this chilly photo earlier this year, and with the high temperatures continuing to plague both man and beast, it now serves to remind us that "this too shall pass." Share your favorite Whisker photo with readers of the McCook Daily Gazette. Bring photo and information to the Gazette offices at West First and E Streets, mail them to PO Box 1268, McCook, NE 69001, or email them to editor2@ocsmccook.com...
M is for 'Mini' (8/30/13)

"The M on my forehead is for 'Mini.' I was the runt of the litter. Natalie thought this tomato cage would keep me away from Grandma's flowers -- instead, it gave me a halo." This Whiskers photo was submitted by Aggie Roberts of rural McCook, Nebraska. Share your favorite Whisker photo with readers of the McCook Daily Gazette. Bring photo and information to the Gazette offices at West First and E Streets, mail them to PO Box 1268, McCook, NE 69001, or email them to editor2@ocsmccook.com...
Where's my brush? (8/23/13)

Chesley is a spayed female cat, about 4 years old, who originally was found in Elwood as a kitten. The McCook Humane Society called her Savannah, which we still do, occasionally. She prefers water running out of the tap, doesn't meow very loudly and insists on being brushed every morning. ...
Whiskers Etc. (8/16/13)