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Wednesday, 3 December 2025

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up ~ Who's On The Roof Again - Fudge, Smooch, Pandora, Melvyn and Fudge, and Melvyn's Taken Over The P.A.s New Office Chair ~ **PLUS** Melvyn's Modelling

A colourful and whimsical blog post banner featuring ten cats from The B Team arranged in a row at the bottom, each with unique fur patterns and expressive faces. Above them, a festive sign with red and blue ribbon accents reads: "Midweek News Round Up with The B Team @BionicBasil®". To the right, Basil has has his mouth open as if speaking, with a speech bubble that says, "WHAT'S THE GOSSIP THIS WEEK?" The background includes trees, bunting, and floating newspapers labelled "NEWS", creating a cheerful and playful atmosphere. At www.bionicbasil.com

Pawesome Greetings Furbulous Furiends

Welcome to the BBHQ midweek news round-up!

Let's start with the weather report: It was cold, wet, squally and damp until  Monday, then yesterday it got drier and a bit more sunny, so that was quite nice to get a couple of sun puddles.

Remember on Friday, as part of the Fill-ins from 15 and Meowing, asked when the Catmas Tree goes up.

And then we found a picture of this, from 2023!

A festive Christmas tree at BBHQ is adorned with whimsical ornaments, including a standout felt mouse dressed in a red sweater. The mouse holds a small bunch of red berries with green leaves and hangs from the tree by a twine loop. Surrounding it are green pine needles, glowing string lights, and other decorations such as a red circular felt ornament and a white ornament with red dots. The scene radiates holiday cheer and cozy charm. The bottom of the image reads "copyright www.bionicbasil.com"

Yes, we have Catmas Mice on our tree, and no, they have nothing to do with the library mice

We did ask, but they refused! MOL MOL


Last week, the epically epic Tabbies of Trout Towne asked:

Iz de PA gonna get de tardiz box stiker 😸😸😸‼️🤎🧡

Well, now there's a thing, especially since she actually installed that Tardis wall sticker and saw how good it was. She just needs to find a space! MOL 

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First up in the news

Who's On The Roof Again - Fudge


Fudge, a ginger cat with a blue collar, stands alert on a moss-covered tiled roof. His wide eyes gaze upward with curiosity and intensity, capturing a moment of feline focus and adventure. The sky above is mostly cloudy, adding a dramatic backdrop to the rooftop scene. The image is framed with a white border and includes the text "copyright www.bionicbasil.com" at the bottom

Fudge couldn't help himself the other day and had to get on the roof again!

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Next up in the news

Smooch, Pandora, Melvyn and Fudge


Smooch, Pandora, Melvyn, and Fudge are gathered indoors, viewed through a glass door from outside. Smooch, a white cat with black markings, sits directly in front of the door. Pandora, a fluffy dark-colored cat, stands slightly behind Smooch. Melvyn, a white cat with black patches, lies further back in the room. Fudge, an orange tabby, sits near the left side of the door. All four cats rest on a woven rug over light wooden flooring, gazing outward with curiosity. The image includes the text "copyright www.bionicbasil.com" at the bottom

Four sneaky cats are watching the wood being fetched in for the fire.  

They said, and I quote, "Fluff me, it's cold in here, any chance of getting it totally tropical?"

Yep, it got so tropical that we all moved into the catservatory where it was pawsitively Baltic! MOL
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In other news...

Melvyn's Taken Over The P.A.s New Office Chair


Melvyn, a tabby and white cat, is curled up asleep on a plush grey cushion atop a grey upholstered swivel chair. The chair sits in front of a desk with a pink mouse pad, white computer mouse, and a small potted plant. To the right, a fluffy pink cushion or blanket adds warmth to the space, while a colorful patchwork quilt is visible to the left. The room exudes a cozy, peaceful vibe with soft textures and pastel tones. The bottom of the image reads "copyright www.bionicbasil.com"

The P.A. bought a new office chair, as her old one is supurr old, the gas lift no longer works, and it's literally on its last legs.

So this one arrived a couple of weeks ago, and after she built and put it in place, Melvyn decided that he really liked it, and now the P.A. is using her old chair again, as she can't wake him up when he's catnapping! MOL

Finally this week

Melvyn's Modelling The Top Bandana Pick


Melvyn's getting festive wearing the Candy Canes bandana, so here's BBHQ's furry own supurr meowdel in action.

Melvyn, a white and tabby cat, sits elegantly on a round cushion near a window, modelling a festive red bandana adorned with peppermint candies, holly leaves, and swirling designs. A small yellow tag featuring a black cat illustration hangs from the bandana. The cushion has a white base with dark floral patterns, and the background reveals a cozy indoor room with furniture and a view of a brick wall outside. The image exudes seasonal charm and feline poise. The bottom reads "copyright www.bionicbasil.com"


Fudge was on the catwalk again this week and even tried to beat Melvyn by taking a detour around the kitchen island! MOL

Check out Melvyn's videos on your preferred social media channel:
Which one is your favourite this week?


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That's us done for today. Amber will be back on Friday with another meowvellous book, and if mew missed any other posts, here are the links:

The B Team Selfie

Amber's Latest Book Review

Cats Have Problems Too

Wishing mew a furbulous day, and remember to always...
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Monday, 1 December 2025

**FELINE FASHION FAUX PAS!** Today's Despurrate Dilemma on **CATS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO!** with Dr Basil

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Dr Basil ©BionicBasil®

Happy Monday, furry floofers

Welcome to another episode of Cats Have Purroblems Too, where I give epically epic advice to cats with despurrate dilemmas too great for them to solve alone. 

Also, mew may be pondering on what my professional credentials are, so purrlease purruse the list below:

Ph.D. in Kitty Psychology & Psychiatry
BSc (Hons) Headology  
Psy.D. Furry Logic
 MS. Fuzzy Logic
MA. Common Sense

My other Professional Credits include:

NOM Master
Snoozy Savant
Purr Master
AdvoCat of T.L. Treatment
Touchy Feely Therapy or T.F.T
Purrfume Aroma Treatment or P.A.T.

I can help mew to solve all your Pet Peeves, Purrsonal Problems and Despurrate Dilemmas, no matter how great or small they may be.

Plus, I 
only use the very latest techniques, some of which I have developed myself over my long and esteemed career, which include:

 Purr Therapy ~ For Uptight and Particularly Stressed Kitties 

Nom Zen ~The Art of Nomming in Total Tranquillity 

ZZZ's Snooze Sensation ~ Including Mewsical CatNap Sessions tailored to your purrsonal requirements

YogiCat Meditation ~ Stretches and Breathing Techniques for the Severely Stressed & Overworked

Intense CatNip Therapy ~ This treatment speaks for itself (I find it very beneficial)

I am also an AdvoCat of Tough Love, coupled with a healthy dose of common kitty sense

Purrfume Aroma Treatment ~ A Sensory Smelling Session S.S.S. to calm and soothe with highly aromatic blends of specially selected scents

To help mew release all your stresses and worries, just drop by my clinic held here or, alternatively, email me your purroblem, and I'll answer here. If mew require to remain anonymous or anon, purrlease include that in your email. 


Mew can contact me directly at the following address:

DearDrBasil (at) gmail (dot) com

So come and sit on my supurr comfy couch, reee-lax, breathe deeply and tell me of your troubles, as I'm ready, willing and able to help.

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This is one of my cases via email:  

Feline Fashion Faux Pas!
Dear Dr Basil,
I hope mew can help me with my dilemma. Mew see, my human staff has a strange obsession with dressing me up in bizarre outfits and taking pictures of me for Instagram. At first, I didn't mind it so much. I mean, who doesn't like a little attention and admiration? But lately, it's become a bit too much. I mean, how many times can I pose as a taco, a purrito or a caticorn before it gets old? And let's not furget the countless bee bonnets, and other bizarre headwear, and don't even go there with the lion's mane cat wig, seriously, I am already a mini lion, and they humiliate me with that synthetic trash for laughs! 
Don't get me wrong, I love my humans, and I know they mean well. But sometimes, I just want to be in my own fur and not have to worry about being a fashion statement. I mean, imagine if they made mew wear a tutu or a superhero costume every day? It's just not purractical!
So, what can I do? How can I get my humans to understand that while it's okay to dress me up occasionally, there are times when I just want to be comfortable and natural?
Sincerely,
A Fashion-Forward Feline

This is my Expert Reply
Today I use the colour purple, as this is renowned for its higher thought processes, and I feel this week's purroblem needs a lot of thought to discourage an unwanted fashion faux pas! Therefore being the purrfect choice for this particular purroblem.
Dear Fashion-Forward Feline,
It sounds like mew're in a bit of a pickle, and I do hope mew haven't been subjected to the dreaded pickle costume either. But, fear not, I have some advice that might help mew out.
Firstly, try to communicate with your humans. I know it may seem complicated, but trust me, they're more understanding than mew think. Next time they try to put mew in an outfit, simply walk away. If they persist, meow loudly and scratch at the outfit until they get the message.
Alternatively, mew could try compromising with them. Maybe only allow them to put an outfit on mew on a specific day of the week, subliminally suggesting that they dress mew up once a week, instead of every day. Or, drag the outfits out that mew're comfortable wearing, leaving them in plain sight and taking those mew dislike and use them as scratching fodder until the message of dislike is conveyed, and then leave them for your hoomans to discover, hopefully that will send a powerful message of your likes and dislikes.
Lastly, if all else fails, mew could just embrace your inner diva and work it! Who knows, you might just become the next Instagram sensation, but make sure it's with apparel mew are happy to wear.
I hope this helps. Remember, it's important to be true to yourself, even if that means saying no to the occasional taco, pickle or caticorn costume.
Best of luck,
Yours most sincerely
Dr. Basil
@ The Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic T.M.
____________________________

Today's Moral Code is:

Be your own cat, and don't let anypawdy change that  ~
 
_________________________________
If mew can relate to this purroblem or feel that mew are in need of any assistance, purrlease leave a comment to: Dear Dr Basil.... or email me directly and I'll get back to mew.

Thank mew all for joining me today at The Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic, and I'll be back soon with another open clinic and a new case study.

Until then, Keep Calm and Purr

Dr. Basil

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Wednesday, 26 November 2025

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up ~ Fudge's Wearing Melvyn's Bandana, Four For One, and Melvyn's Not Happy ~ **PLUS** Today's Really Random Photo

A vibrant autumn-themed collage features 7 expressive cats surrounded by pumpkins, falling leaves, stars, and stylized newspaper graphics. One cat shouts “EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!” in a speech bubble, introducing the central headline: “MIDWEEK NEWS ROUND UP WITH THE B TEAM.” The cozy seasonal palette and playful feline personalities create a whimsical, editorial-style visual. Perfect for fantasy cat storytelling, autumn pet content, and themed blog graphics from www.bionicbasil.com

Epic Greetings Furbulous Furiends

Welcome to the BBHQ midweek news round-up!

The BBHQ weather has been damp, with a bitter wind chill during the day, and even colder in the evenings. I have to say, we're not loving it ... where's the sunshine and the warmth?

But we are supurr lucky it wasn't like this last week.

A night-time winter scene at BBHQ (Bionic Basil Headquarters), featuring a snow-covered garden with a pathway leading to a small illuminated summerhouse. The ground, plants, and trees are blanketed in fresh snow, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere. A bright light above the door casts a warm glow, highlighting a large red decorative wheel mounted on the building’s side. Potted plants and neatly trimmed bushes line the path, adding charm to the well-maintained garden. The image includes the text "copyright www.bionicbasil.com" at the bottom

This was this time last year, yep, that white stuff can stay fluffed right off, we ARE NOT ready! MOL

Well, here's a thing!

A lifesize wall sticker designed to resemble the TARDIS from the British TV series "Doctor Who." Painted deep blue with paneling and windows, the top reads "POLICE PUBLIC CALL BOX." Below the windows is a sign with detailed text about public use and emergency assistance. A circular emblem appears on the right panel, and the bottom includes the website "www.bionicbasil.com." The design evokes a nostalgic and imaginative tribute to the iconic time-traveling spacecraft

Who knew that mew could buy a life-size wall/door sticker of the Tardis?

It comes in two pieces, and it's really easy to apply - even on slightly textured walls like this one!!! MOL

Anyhoo, let's look at this week's top headlines.

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First up in the news

Fudge's Wearing Melvyn's Bandana


An orange tabby cat named Fudge sits indoors on a textured beige carpet near a glass door. Fudge has a white chest and face and wears a light blue bandana decorated with colorful mushroom designs and a small yellow tag featuring a black cat illustration. To the left of Fudge is a large geode or crystal formation. Outside the glass door, a red blanket or rug is visible on the patio, with green bushes in the background. The image has a cozy, serene atmosphere and includes the watermark "copyright www.bionicbasil.com" at the bottom

Yep, Fudge sneaked one of Melvyn's bandanas on the other day. Melvyn is still grumpy about it. Fudge thought it was hilarious! MOL

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

Next up in the news

Four For One 

Four cats—Fudge, Smooch, Parsley, and Melvyn—relax together on a woven herringbone-patterned rug laid across a wooden floor. Fudge, an orange tabby with a white chest, sits upright. Smooch, a black and white cat, lounges nearby. Parsley, a sleek black cat, lies comfortably, while Melvyn, a tabby and white cat, rests close to the others. The cozy indoor setting includes glimpses of surrounding furniture, capturing a peaceful moment of feline companionship. The bottom of the image reads "copyright www.bionicbasil.com"

Treat time at BBHQ is usually around 10.30pm, so a mini snack session before bed.

Amber and Pandora don't eat treats, don't ask why; they never have, but that means all the more for everpawdy else! MOL

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

Finally this week

Melvyn's Not Happy

Melvyn, a tabby and white cat, sits calmly on a woven rug in a warmly lit indoor space. His coat features a mix of white fur with black and gray tabby markings. Melvyn gazes to the right, alert and composed. The background includes wooden flooring, a white upholstered piece of furniture with nailhead trim, and other household items. The lighting highlights Melvyn and the rug, while the rest of the room remains softly shadowed. The bottom of the image reads "copyright www.bionicbasil.com"

Well, mew know why he's not happy, Fudge stole one of his bandanas, and a Catmas one he was preparing to wear at the beginning of December - oh fluff, siblings hey?!!! MOL

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

Today's Really Random Photo


Pandora Springing into Action March 2022

Pandora, a fluffy dark-colored cat, is captured mid-motion on a grassy lawn during a sunny day. Her front legs are extended forward and her tail is raised high, suggesting she’s pouncing or playing energetically. The background includes a well-maintained lawn, a flowerpot, and some plants in the upper right corner. The image conveys a lively and playful moment. The bottom of the image reads "copyright www.bionicbasil.com"

This photo still cracks us up, and to this day, we have no idea what made Pandora spring upwards like that! MOL 

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

That's us done for today. Amber will be back on Friday with another fab book just for mew, and she says sorry for missing the last two weeks, but she's back!

Here are all the links for Fast, Furry and Dangerous, our third epically epic B Team adventure all the way from 2016, and it's still as exciting now as it was then:



Before we pop off, Happy Thanksgiving to all our furbulous furiends celebrating tomorrow!

We do hope mew have an epic day, and remember to always...

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Wednesday, 5 November 2025

The BBHQ Midweek News Round-Up ~ Pandora's Looking Really Fluffy, Melvyn The Blur, and Who's Hogging All The Pom Poms? ~ **PLUS** Today's Really Random Photo

A vibrant autumn-themed collage features 7 expressive cats surrounded by pumpkins, falling leaves, stars, and stylized newspaper graphics. One cat shouts “EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT!” in a speech bubble, introducing the central headline: “MIDWEEK NEWS ROUND UP WITH THE B TEAM.” The cozy seasonal palette and playful feline personalities create a whimsical, editorial-style visual. Perfect for fantasy cat storytelling, autumn pet content, and themed blog graphics from www.bionicbasil.com

Epic Greetings Furbulous Furiends

Welcome to the BBHQ midweek news round-up!

The BBHQ weather has been moderately clement during the day, but much cooler in the evenings. I have to say, we're not loving it ... where's the sunshine and the warmth?

Well, floofy readers, we know mew've been waiting all week for this, so here's last week's Zombie Hunt Stats!

It was the same as last year, who would have thought!!! MOL

WHO TAGGED AND BAGGED THE MOST UNDEAD?

A themed scoreboard titled "Mewton-Clawson Annual Zombie Hunt - Final Results 2025" displays rankings of nine feline participants against a dark, eerie background with red claw marks and zombie silhouettes. The table lists each cat’s rank, name, accuracy percentage, and total number of zombies tagged and bagged. Wing Commander Basil leads with 99% accuracy and 55 zombies, followed by Smooch and Dirk the Dangerous. The design evokes a playful, spooky competition atmosphere with a mix of humor and Halloween flair - www.bionicbasil.com

Mew may remember on our Halloween News post that we mentioned this event, so if mew missed that, click here to catch up or have a quick refresh!

Another close run this year, as mew can see, but I did just pip the rest of The B Team to come out victorious.

There was a moment I nearly fluffed up; I missed one as I did the spray and prey tactic with my Uzi, but luckily, Pandora took the shot before it bit me.

There were more undead than last year; we're not sure why, but we did exercise extreme prejudice against their unholy rampage through Mewton-Clawson.

Dirk the Dangerous did well again, coming in the #3 spot. As did newcomer Basher Bigfoot, taking the #8 spot, and this year, our elderly neighbour from Mewton-Clawson Manor, Colonel Fluffton the Fifth, came out of retirement again with his trusty blunderbuss. He also brought an AA12 this year as he joined in the fun and landed the #5 spot, well he was an army sniper back in the day!

Anyhoo, let's look at this week's top headlines.

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

First up in the news

Pandora's Looking Really Fluffy


Pandora the long-haired tortoiseshell cat sits calmly on a wooden deck, gazing directly at the camera with a composed expression. The cat’s dark, mottled fur contrasts with the warm tones of surrounding terracotta plant pots, some filled with greenery and others empty. A decorative lantern rests nearby, and a brick wall forms the backdrop, creating a cozy, rustic garden atmosphere. The scene evokes a peaceful outdoor moment, with the cat appearing as the serene guardian of its patio domain at www.bionicbasil.com

Pandora was snoopervising the P.A. on Monday while the spring bulbs were planted in all of the terracotta pots.

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

Next up in the news

 Melvyn The Blur

Parsley, Melvyn & Pandora. Indoor scene showing three cats in a hallway. In the foreground, a black cat with a white chest sits calmly on a wooden floor near an open white door, watching two other cats in motion. One of the moving cats—Melvyn—is captured in a blur as he runs at high speed across the hallway, creating a dynamic contrast with the stillness of the seated cat. The hallway features beige walls, light wooden flooring, a white radiator cover with a lattice design, a decorative pedestal with a green potted plant, and a woven rug. The image conveys playful energy and feline mischief in a cozy home setting. www.bionicbasil.com

It was a total riot in the kitchen the other evening ... Melvyn had fetched a bouncy ball out of the toy basket in the sitting room and proceeded to bat it everywhere at high speed! 

Pandora only just managed to get out of the way as it hurtled into the hall! MOL

Parsely sat quietly watching, but still ready to scarper.

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

Finally this week

Who's Hogging All The Pom Poms?


A fluffy orange tabby cat named Fudge lies stretched out on a textured black-and-white rug, appearing relaxed and content. Surrounding Fudge are several colorful pom-pom toys in shades of green, yellow, and brown, suggesting a playful environment. The background includes a brick surface and a dark object, possibly a fireplace or furniture, adding to the cozy indoor setting. A watermark at the bottom reads "copyright www.bionicbasil.com

Fudge helped himself to all of the pom poms and then proceeded to take full ownership.

Yep, sometimes he just doesn't want to share - #ohdear! MOL

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

Today's Really Random Photo


Yours Truly Wing Commander Basil from 2015

Wing Commander Basil, a white cat with dark brown and black tabby markings on his back, tail, and head, stands alert on a well-kept grassy lawn. He wears a collar with a tag, suggesting he’s a beloved pet. Behind him is a lush green bush, with a red building and purple flowers adding color to the garden setting. Sunlight casts soft shadows, highlighting Basil’s poised stance and giving the scene a vibrant, outdoor feel. www.bionicbasil.com

 I do remember that day quite vividly, as it was the day Cat Dad returned from a trip to Australia.

Time literally does fly! MOL

A symmetrical autumn-themed post divider featuring pumpkins, orange and brown fall leaves, acorns, and central mushrooms. The seasonal design evokes cozy harvest vibes and is perfect for Thanksgiving graphics, fall blog decor, and festive pet-themed content from www.bionicbasil.com

That's us done for today. Amber will be back on Friday with another fab book just for mew, and if mew missed any other posts, here are the links:

 The B Team's Selfie 

Amber's Latest Book Review

We do hope mew have an epic day, and remember to always...

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