An Introduction

Meet the Tobes Man, a.k.a Toby, the Tobster, America's Fat Cat and Mr. Man to a select few. I'm starting this whole thing with Toby because, really, he's the reason I'm here... and maybe why you're here too. You see, while I've had the honor to have many many wonderful animals in my life (my parents got very used to the sight of me at the front door with "can I keep him...please?" written all over my face), it's the one who made things the hardest that reinforced a life-long passion and turned it into a profession.

Let me explain. Tobes, my ten year old, 15lb, neutered Maine Coon mix, has another name... my problem child. A loving yet demanding boy, my Maine man has been the source of many calls to the behaviorist, vet and friends due to his amazing personality and all the stubborn traits that go with it. (Think pooping in the tub and breaking things for attention to name a few.) Well, after nine years with me, both Tobes and I have learned a lot and I've become thoroughly, enjoyably entrenched in the animal welfare field. Who knew?

So thank you to Tobes and all the other lovable, crazy-making critters out there who inspire and educate us. You make all the difference.