Some items just in, so we'll save our Kona & Jasper update for tomorrow...
(Actually, I'm just being selfish with these lovely ready made posts!)
A Letter to the Purrez
Dear Mister Purr-sident: We encourage you to close the government down more often, so that our pet, Ali, can stay home and serve our every whim, as is only proper, instead of working long hours, as she usually does. And while we usually would shudder to do the bidding of a *dog*, we feel obliged to mention that your own owner, Bo, feels the same way...
Kayla and Zimmer

I'm sure the kittehs here at Space Paws would like to express the same feelings to the administrators of STScI. :-)
Good Samaritan Laws for Animal Rescue?
Our friend Jan just did a post regarding a lady who is being prosecuted for trying to help two clearly neglected dogs. It doesn't appear Ms. Thayne was intrusive or ridiculous in her suggestions for improved care. It's a shame that the organization will need to spend its time and resources defending reasonable actions instead of devoting themselves to education, awareness and help. PA readers, take note!