The Book, Cat, & Cat Book Lovers Almanac

of historical trivia regarding books, cats, and other animals. Actually this blog has evolved so that it is described better as a blog about cats in history and culture. And we take as a theme the advice of Aldous Huxley: If you want to be a writer, get some cats. Don't forget to see the archived articles linked at the bottom of the page.

April 1, 2014

April 1, 1961

Pebbles is a Turkish Van cat. That breed is fluffy and mainly but not completely, white. Pebbles sometimes has to board because her family travels. The last time we know this happened Pebbles stayed in London with a family of two other cats and resident old lady, and dined on her regular expensive diet of fish and chicken. Here is a picture of Pebbles:


Pebbles and Susan Boyle

Her mom is Susan Boyle, (born April 1, 1961) whose sudden fame made for a rocky time but things seem to be much improved. At first Boyle didn't think she could tour because it would mean leaving her cat. Now Boyle on stage can crack jokes about Pebbles. Both of them continue to astound.

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