World's Ugliest Cat' Wins Fame In The US



11:11am UK, Thursday March 05, 2009


A cat who lives at a US veterinary hospital because his owner gave him up has been branded the world's ugliest feline.

'Ugly Bat Boy'

Ugly Bat Boy has reportedly been invited on to a TV chat show. Picture: WMUR9

Eight-year-old "Ugly Bat Boy" has become something of a tourist attraction in New Hampshire.

The cat's breed is not known.

His chest is covered in a tangle of hair, but the rest of his skin is bald and rubbery, probably due to a genetic fault.

He does look odd but he's a lovely natured cat. There is definitely a sphinx in there somewhere, but who knows what else.

Ugly's owner Dr Stephen Barrett

His tail is slim and rat-like and his face is a mess of wrinkles.

Vet Dr Stephen Barrett adopted "Uggs" as a kitten, after being called to treat the cat's sister, who was also born bald.

Dr Barrett took pity on Uggs when the owner wanted to give him away.

Ugly spends his time keeping warm by sitting on a computer at Exeter Veterinary Hospital, and Dr Barrett says the staff adore him.

"He does look odd but he's a lovely-natured cat," he said.

"There is definitely a sphinx in there somewhere, but who knows what else."

One visitor, appalled by Ugly's appearance, snapped a photo and emailed it to friends. That sparked his rise to fame.

It has been reported that Dr Bassett has received an offer to take Uggs on The Ellen Degeneres Show.

This story will touch your heart, and you will cry with joy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvCjyWp3rEk

Bat Cat

These pics are Clouded Leopard cubs, born at The National Zoo.
It's very rare to have these cubs born in captivity.
Enjoy

This guy is calle The Lion Whisperer.

My kities love to stuff themselves into boxes.
Bue used to split the box open, because he was a big boy.

your cats are so lucky to have a mom like you, you always bring them so much joy, thanks for being who you are and how you keep doing wonderful stuff for your fine felines. My cats loved boxes too and paper bags, what
a thrill to get into those too!

Thank you Toonie, and you as well.
Bue used to drive the boxes, lol. He would put his front paws in the box.
He was totally amused by the whole thing, it was sooo cute. No pics of that though.
My friend came by, and gave me this DVD of what cats love to hear, and see.
It's called Cat Sitter, and in one of my pics four cats are sitting watching tv, well this is what they're watching.

Just a tip, if you have surround sound, turn off all speakers except the two closest to the tv.
The sounds of the birds, and rats may over stimulate them, and they will not watch the tv screen.

This beautiful parrot is in the, "Cat Sitter DVD".

I just lost my Hunny on Saturday. I got a good laugh from this. Thank you.


I am having trouble uploading a photo of my baby.

I'm so sorry for your loss Lynette, if you need help uploading the pics, leave me a message in this thread
I will help you. or you can leave me a PM.
I'm glad my thread put a little laughter into your life, at this difficult time.

Take Care

Happy Easter Everyone

This is one of the best stories online. It's about a Lion named Christian from London. You can read the full story on the link I provide It will touch your heart. http://animal.discovery.com/tv/christian-the-lion/ Please turn your speakers on to watch the videos.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xr1pWzoLvT8

I miss you sooo much Bue, it still hurts. Mommy loves you, he's a good boy!

i love the pics of all of your beautiful pets. i just lost a wonderful part of my life my dog pretty girl. she was a rotweiler that i found in the middle of the street. back leggs broke, starved and betten almost dead. they told me to put her to sleep she was to far gone but i would not. i found out that she was a fighting dog that was supossed to be killed who got away. oh how i loved that dog. she was a soul that shinned. i lost her on april the 18.2009 due to congestive heart problems. she was suffering so. when she died i feel as if a part of me has died to. people around me just don't understand how i could feel the way i do i tell them that for me not only was she a wonderful pet,but she was like my own child.. god bless all of you who love your animals and care for them. i miss my pretty girl so much. i love her always.

I'm so sorry Caroi, Rottis are great dogs, my best friend had one named Grunt.
OMG Carol, thank God you didn't listen to them about putting her down. Obviously you saw something in her that others didn't see, you are my hero! A part of you did die, but a part of her lives in you also.
Some people aren't empathetic to people who love companion animals. Guess what, all of us here understand, and are here for you.

I'm glad my thread made you laugh a bit, sometimes we need that when we are feeling so lonely without are best buds.

Do you have pics? That helped me through my grief.

Take Care

I love, and miss you Bue Bear.

Our fur babies mean so much to us, this pic says so much!

Yeah, I'm gonna need you to floss more!

My Catz Watching HDTV, LOL!

My Catz Watching HDTV, The Sequel!

Par-Tay!

MY how toilet paper flies when cats are having fun !Love that too cool bathroom and aren't the kitties having a blast, are these cats that you know?

Hugz Toonie, lol, I don't know these kittez, but I would love to partay with them! I just love their owners toilet seat too, I have never seen one like that before.

Are your car keys missing?
Does your feline have road rage? LOL






Forget downward facing dog, this is upward facing cat!

Thank you for all your lovely photos.

I want to put this picture of my beloved Harley. People often thought we were crazy for taking so many pictures of our dog, but I sure am glad that we did.

I came down for breakfast one day and turned on Sportcenter, and when I came back, there was Harley watching the hockey highlights. It was at that moment that I truly knew he was my dog.

You're most welcome Harley Parley, I'm so glad you enjoyed them.

Harley is too dam cute in that pic, omg! Wow, usually dogs, and cats don't watch tv, but I guess alot do.
I have a lump in my throat, when you knew the moment Harley was your dog.

If you have any funny pics of Harley, I would love for you to post them on this thread. This thread is all about trying to ease the pain, just a bit.

Thank you so much
Take Care

I thought you would all enjoy this pic, it's adorable!

I loved it and I laughed, so nice to laugh for a change. I am going to copy it off and put in on view somewhere.

madi xx

I'm so glad it made you smile Madi, and thank you for posting.

If any of the other members would like to post funny pics/vids, to help fellow members, please feel free to do so.

Here's a funny video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UuLAZpHbMo

This is soooo cute, yes?

Love it Bue's Mommy, it is another priceless picture, thanks for bringing so many smiles, you are the best!!!!

Thank you so much Tonnie, I learned from the best, you!