Stars and Stripes Celebrate Birthdays on July 4th

David Rothage loves cats. When he found two young feral females in Towson, M.D., he brought them inside, tamed them, named them after the American flag in honor of their Independence Day birthdays and was inspired to use their story to help felines nationwide.

Rothage self published A New Beginning for Stars and Stripes in 2010. After nearly two years in the making, the book is now for sale and proceeds are directed to nonprofit animal welfare groups nationwide.

In honor of the cats' fifth birthdays this July 4th, Rothage has announced a "Five Stars Birthday Celebration" and asks that people honor the sisters by "liking" them on Facebook at starsandstripescats.

For photos, more information and excerpts from the book, visit http://www.starsandstripescats.com/

Happy birthday, girls!