10 Essential Pregnant Cat Care Tips 1. Keep your pregnant cat indoors.
Don't expose an expecting kitty to danger. But there are more
reasons. Some queens go into heat even during pregnancy. Cats
are capable of being pregnant of two different litters at the
same time. And of...
5 Common Causes of Your Cat Urinating Outside the Litter Box Have you ever had this happen? You're a happy cat owner, your kitty is using the box just fine, but one day.you come home and find a giant urine spot in the living room.the bathroom.heaven forbid - on your bed! What happened? What went wrong? It...
A Common Cat Litter Box Problem Feline UTI Cat litter box problems stem from a variety of sources. One of the most common causes is a feline Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
Cats tolerate pain pretty well. As a matter of fact, we can be fooled that kitty is feeling fine because she's eating,...
A Feline Example On Courage Fangs. Killer claws. Hisses, grrrs...and later, yelps. Who is not familiar with cat-dog combats? It's a "hair-raising" party of limbs and tails and yes, the loser sheds most of the fur- mostly, the cat. It was night time and I was in the living...
A Pregnant Stray Cat Adopted You And Now What It happens all too often. A family or cat friend gets adopted by a stray cat. And after a few weeks it turns out she's pregnant. In the US alone there must be millions of sweet but homeless cats. And many of them get pregnant several times a year....
A Review of Cat Fancy Magazine Occasionally, some of us get to do work that is totally fun and such is the case with my assignment to review Cat Fancy Magazine. My own two Bengal cats volunteered to assist with my research but in the end both of them were found sleeping on the...
Abused Cats Abused cats can be terribly maimed and damaged on the outside.
They can even appear quite normal on the outside and all the
damage might be emotional.
The emotional damage is harder to repair. A physically damaged
cat will still...
Aghhh My Cat Has Got Fleas So, how come my cat has got fleas?
Cats that are allowed outside pick up fleas by socializing with other cats or just by walking through territory where other cats have been.
Think that your indoor only cat is safe? Not so, fleas can travel...
All About Cats Cats are the members of the Felidae family of canivorous
mammals. Lion, tiger, leopard, jaguar, African wild cat are
the members of the cat family. Their closest relatives are
civets, hyenas and mongooses. However, what we generally
recognize...
Allergic To Your Dog Or Cat Pets definitely help us live longer and healthier lives. This is especially true of the elderly and those of us who live alone. Pets make wonderful and faithful companions. They are always there for us. However, this relationship can become...
Aromatherapy for Pets Pets can enjoy the therapeutic effects of aromatherapy as much as humans can. Aside from possibly eliminating bad odors and giving your pet a pleasant perfume, essential oils also serve many practical functions such as boosting your pet's immune...
Arthritis Medications for Degenerative Arthritis Degenerative joint disease is the number one cause of chronic
pain in the dog and cat. The condition itself is the result of
long term stresses and instability of a joint either as a result
of old injury or of natural development of the joint in...
At Last Cat Litter Boxes Don t Have To Be Evil There is nothing worse for cat or cat owner than a smelly litter
box.
For many people, the litter box is the worst of part of owning a
cat. Not only is it something people dread to clean but it is
also dusty and dirty. And, those who have to...
Basic Cat Training Every pet owner knows that if you and your pet have the same
rules, the household is much happier. For instance, is there a
place you do not want your cats? Perhaps the kitchen counter?
What about those plants that could be harmful to your...
Behavior Training For Your Stubborn Cat Learning cat behaviors before you start training them would be an good idea for anyone that is going to train a cat's behavior.
A cat can jump and land on its feet as this is a natural instinct for a cat. When a kitten is born the cushion in...
Best Pet Picks for Kids Pets are great for kids and every child should have a pet at some point in their childhood. Not only do they make great friends but they also teach a child life lessons of care and responsibility.
A child's first pet will depend a lot on their...
Beware of Holiday Goodies for your dog or cat The holidays mean lots of rich and fatty foods for most people.
Who can resist ...... candy, cookies, fudge, egg nog, pumpkin
pie, not to mention the home cooked meals and family
togetherness? It's part of the spirit of the season. While we
may...
Beware the Attack Cat Cats have been a part of my household for over forty years: no,
not the same cats, but various ones over the years. Many have
been protective of their kittens or litter mates or even of
their human family members to some extent, but none have...
Can Cat Lovers Ever Love Dogs People often define themselves as either a cat lover or a dog
lover, but the question remains can a cat lover ever love dogs?
Or, dog lovers ever love cats? It takes a lot for a person to
change even in the simplest of ways. This seems to be one...
Can You Really Train A Cat Is It Worth The Trouble Cats are notoriously independent and have a mind of their own.
Can you really teach a cat new tricks?
Cat owners often think that their cat is just too moody to
listen. Some owners feel their cats are un-trainable simply
because they are...
Canine and Feline Cardiomyopathy Cardiomyopathy is the name applied to an abnormality of heart
muscle function. The heart's pumping ability is diminished,
resulting in such signs as inability to exercise; fatigue;
fainting; fluid collection in the lungs, abdomen, and limbs;...
Care of Kittens A pregnant queen should be isolated from other cats for the
final three to six weeks of pregnancy and should not be overfed.
A queen can experience a false pregnancy, or can reasorb
fetuses, especially if she is old, if she feels overcrowded...
Caring for an Older Cat Cat Health and Cat Care Cats are living longer lives thanks to dedicated care from their humans, and advances in veterinary medicine. Most experts consider a cat's "senior years" to begin on her 10th birthday. After this point, the aging process begins to slow in even...
CAT ANTICS Cats Use the Family Toilet from David the Dogman
Just this side of Heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special...
Cat Anxiety and Cat Litter Box Problems Frazzled felines will sometimes relieve their anxiety by urinating, or marking (spraying) outside the cat litter box. Here are a few of the causes and the solutions to calm your kitty down. Like humans, cats like their routines and daily habits....
Cat Arthritis Cat arthritis is not a very common ailment among healthy cats. Most arthritis found in cats is from an accident that has made the bones or joints weak. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joints and there is more than one type of arthritis that can...
Cat Behavior Training Learning cat behaviors before you start training them would be
an good idea for anyone that is going to train a cat's behavior.
A cat can jump and lands on its feet as this are a natural
instinct for a cat. When a kitten is first born, the...
Cat Door Training Are you tired of listening to the cat is meowing up a storm or
scratching up the door to get in.
Let us look at some simple solutions to this problem. Let us
take a look at some of the training aids to help train your cat
to alert you to...
CAT HEALTH PROBLEMS YOUR CURIOSITY COULD SAVE YOUR CAT Cat health care is an issue that you can now take an active interest in. Use your own curiosity and your Internet skills to keep up to date with all the cat health information that is available to you at your very fingertips. There are many...
Cat Litter Box Health Considerations Cats are the most popular pets in the United States. According
to the latest version of the U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics
Sourcebook (2002 Edition) there were almost 70 Million pet cats
in the United States. Why are cats so popular? There are...
Cat Litter Box Location Strategies Just like in real estate where location is crucial, so it is for your cat's litter boxes.
Here's some ideas and tips on how to effectively locate them for good cat litter box habits.
When you think about cat litter box placement, imagine if...
Cat Litter Box Strategies for Special Needs Kitties You don't often hear about or see information for special needs
kitties. These may be blind, very old (with limited mobility),
or disabled in some way. Disabled cats may be amputees, or even
paralyzed. There are special mobile devices you can...
Cat Litter Brands Determine Good Cat Litter Box Habits If you have a cat who doesn't use her cat litter box, it might be the type of cat litter you buy for her.
Cats are fussy about a lot of things, and the cat litter brand you think she'll likes might end up offending her for a number of reasons. If...
Cat Lover s Gift Basket Speaking as a quintessential cat lover, receiving a "Cat Lover's Gift Basket" is second only to receiving an actual cat! Next time you're shopping for someone who is as wild about cats as you and I are, consider the following suggestions. You'll...
Cat Playing or Fighting With multi, cats can play rough. Outdoor cats that stay outside
or can go outside will also play rough with other cats. Biting
your ankles or arms can be play for your cat. Cats that have
extra energy to play and have difficulty finding ways to...
Cat Scratching Solutions For a cat, scratching is a natural, necessary act. Besides keeping her claws in top shape, the stretching involved in a good scratch keeps her upper body strong and loose. Also, every time a cat scratches a surface, scent glands between her toes...
Cat Toilet Training One of the first things as an owner that wants to toilet train
your cat is to know about your cat.
The behavior of a cat; the does, and don'ts of training a cat.
Since we are going to talk about potty training a cat, we need
to set...
Cat Training Aides The market is flooded with all different types of aids for
training a cat. From simple little things to very large expense
items, there are sprays to keep cats off furniture to large
housing for cats, to a simple leash to help with training a...
Cat Training Collar Cat like dogs, you will need to get a collar for your cat. There
will be times when you will want to walk the cat or let your cat
out on a leash. With having a collar it will be easy to do both
of these.
Collar training does take time,...
Cat training for sever weather Ever wonder if you should be training a cat for sever weather?
Yes a cat can be trained for sever weather.
First, make sure that the cat has been to the vet for check ups
and vaccines. This first will protect them from illness that
they pick...
Cat Training Supplies Kitty litter, litter pan, catnip, catnip toys, cat mats, plays
mice, scratching tree or post collars, leashes, Supplements,
door entrances, treats, and food are all cat-training supplies.
All these items plus more can be found in pet stores on...
Cat Training Tips When starting to train a cat, a couple of things you will want
to take in consideration. Learn more about your cat, have the
proper tools to do the training and have lots of patience.
Setting goals to high for you and your cat at training can...
Cat training with a clicker Clicker training is a reinforcement or reward for a cat when
training them. Clickers are use most often for support when
training a cat for a reward. Cats associate the clicker with a
good behavior they will use for a long time. Clicker training...
Cats And Pills Tablets Nearly everything alive becomes ill at some stage in its life,
and pets are no exception. I have been very fortunate in that my
two cats have been very healthy for most of their lives.
Recently the oldest cat become ill and had to go to the...
Cats and Vaccines To vaccinate or not to vaccinate? With which vaccines and how
often? These questions are best answered after a talk with your
veterinarian. Because of the need to tailor vaccines to your
cat's lifestyle and to consider the risk factors and...
Cats Indoors Keeping Cats Indoors is for the Cats...
Each year, millions of cats are run over by cars, mauled by
dogs, poisoned and lost. Hundreds of millions of birds and small
mammals are killed annually by free-roaming cats. The suffering
of both...
Cats Make Great Pets If You Understand Them Anyone wanting a new kitten should be a cat lover. Let's face it, folks, cats are just different from dogs. Cats do not usually perform any special tricks, and they certainly do not guard your possessions while you are away. In fact, the only thing...
Cats Training on Extreme Meowing Has you cat been trained to do excess meowing? When we hear a
cat meowing, what is the first thing that comes in one's mind?
Your cat is hungry! This would be a wrong answer! Excess meowing
for your cat can mean a number of things. Are they...
Checklist for Choosing a Holiday Boarding Kennel or Cattery There's nothing worse than going away on your hard-earned vacation with the worry that your pet might not be safe, secure, fed properly or exercised adequately in your absence
Holiday boarding can be an excellent solution for looking after your...
Christmas Gifts For Cats And Lovers The act of offering Christmas gifts is always enhanced if you take some trouble in matching the gift with the recipient. Sometimes, though, it is not as easy as it may seem, especially if the gift is for someone you have not seen very often...
Commercial pet foods I am often asked to explain what exactly is wrong with the
"normal" pet foods. Even when it is obvious from the health of
the pet, it may be difficult to say what it is about the food
which makes it unsuitable. Unlike for human food the law...
Coping with the loss of a pet I run an online
pet memorial web site and as you can imagine I come into
contact with many people who have lost a much loved pet or
animal companion.
Looking through the memorial web sites that pet owners create
when a beloved pet passes...
Corticosteroid Medications Corticosteroid medications are similar to cortisone and other
hormones produced by the adrenal glands.
Most treatments last 2 - 4 weeks. The amount of medication is
gradually reduced, ending with a "maintenance dose" given every
other day....
Could Your Dog or Cat Be at Risk for Kidney Disease Catching an Illness at an Early Stage Is Your Best Strategy
Just like people, animals are susceptible to illness and stress. And, just like people, there is a lot you can do to keep them healthy.
Julie noticed her dog, Zac, was drinking more...
Curbing Your Cat s Aggression Most cats are not aggressive towards people, but if you have one
that is, it can be a nightmare. Cat bites and scratches are not
normally as harmful as those from a dog, but it's still not very
nice being attacked by a cat as an adult, and even...
Cute Cat Names And How To Find Them Cute cat names? Max is popular, Lady a favorite for queens. If you want your cat to have a more original name, you have to use your imagination. Or get some expert help. 'Muffin. Kitty. Snowball. All stupid names that no self respecting cat would...
Declawing Your Cat Declawing Your Cat This is a very controversial topic which has a lot of emotion behind but it needs to be looked at. As a cat owner who has experienced difficulty dealing with the cat scratching issue in my home it is difficult not to be biased...
Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats Periodontal disease (problems in the area around the teeth) is
one of the most common health problems in companion animals. It
is estimated that 80 per cent of dogs and 70 per cent of cats
older than 3 years of age suffer from some level of...
Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats All consumed food is eventually converted to sugar, the energy
source for every organ in the body and for every cell in every
organ. If too much food is consumed, the extra calories can be
stored by the body for later conversion to sugar. Sugar...
Do You Want To Find a Purebred Cat For some of us, a common-or-garden Tom cat is not enough. We
want quality feline company with a pedigree and the only way to
guarantee that a cat is a purebreed is to contact one of the
national cat associations or similar organisations in...
Does the world need more cats Aren't they cute? Yes, they are! A nest of meowing and crawling little kittens leaves only the fiercest cat hater indifferent. But does the world need more cats? A cat is the second most popular pet in the world. People love them for all kinds of...
Does your Cat Have Lower Urinary Tract Disease Has your cat ever suffered from a disorder of the lower urinary
tract? Cats occasionally develop such problems, and the signs
include frequent urination, straining to urinate, bloody urine,
and at times inability to urinate.
In order to...
Does Your Cat Need A Collar And Leash A leash can help you keep control of your cat when you don't
want her to stray too far away, but still get some exercise.
Even if you never plan to take your cat for regular walks like
you would a dog, you still need to insure that your cat...
Dog and Cat Allergies from David the Dogman
The ten worst excuses not to spay or neuter a pet are:
Just one litter and then we'll have Fluffy spayed.
(Studies show that virtually the entire pet overpopulation stems from the "just one litter...
Dog and Cat Behavior Consultations Why Behavior Consultations?
More than half of all pet owners experience behavior problems
with theirs pets. Unfortunately, many times the early signs of a
behavior problem may go unrecognized or little is done to try to
treat the initial...
Dog Travel Taking a Vacation with Your Dog Like most dog owners, you probably take your dog with you on weekend excursions and trips to the country. When it comes time to take a longer vacation, however, we always face the dilemma of what to do with Fido.
Traveling with your pup is not...
Dogs Cats And Horses We Love Them All We have a long history with domesticated animals and even the nay Sayers can't deny their roll in society past and present.
There is evidence that as long as 10,000 years ago the Native Americans had domesticated dogs as depicted in early rock...
Easy Cat Litter Box Cleaning Techniques Successful cat litter box habits stem from many different factors. A small investment of time pays off big with timely, periodic cat litter box cleaning. The best "Thank You!" from your cat is when she deposits a gift in her clean cat litter box. ...
Easy Tips for Healthy Pets Easy Tips for Healthy Pets (c) 2005 Dr GW Graham Do you want a long and healthy life for your pets? There are things in our pets' environments that can rob them of precious health and long life. I'm not talking about cars accidents and mean kids...
Enjoy pets together Nothing brings us closer to our kids than sharing and caring for the belovedfamily pet. And whether your kids are crazy for cats, love dogs or are freaky for ferrets, there are magazines that help you enjoy pets even more -- with hysterical photos...
Ensure a Good Relationship Between Your Cat and Your Kids Many parents know that the best way for children to learn compassion and the importance of keeping commitments is by helping to care for a pet. Children learn from watching the adults in their lives. If a child can learn to treat an animal with...
Enzyme Cleaners The Only Effective Cat Urine Odor Eliminator The first time a feline owner encounters an out-of-the-cat-litter-box experience, she probably uses whatever cleaners she has on hand. Initially, it appears she's cleaned the cat urine odor and stain from the location. However, in a matter of hours...
Extreme Cat Urine Problems Are Preventable Many times cat owners are at a loss as to why their cat doesn't use their litter box. Here are some great tips that can help you solve the problem.
The litter box is the first thing you should check. It should be in a quiet, private area of the...
Feeding and Training a Cat Semi-moist foods are usually less expensive because they contain
some vegetable protein and are usually supplemented with
nutrients to make them nutritionally complete, especially for
growing kittens.
Dry foods contain about 10 percent...
Feeding of Kittens Milk Substitutes
Cow's milk is sometimes erroneously thought to be a substitute
for queen's milk However, analysis of cow's milk shows that the
calcium-to-phosphorus ratio and lactose levels are too high, and
the energy, protein, and fat...
Feeding Your Elderly Cat An elderly cat's metabolism slows down, just as it does in a
human. Owners should take this into consideration when feeding
their cat. Older pets get less exercise, which means less lean
muscle, so their food requirement is reduced. Owners should...
Feline Anxiety Causes Cat Litter Box Problems Cats experience anxiety and get stressed out just like us human staffers. Unlike people, cats don't have a lot of creative ways to express their feelings. Unfortunately, when cats suffer from stress and anxiety, they generally communicate it in a...
Feline Bronchitis Feline Asthma Feline bronchitis, commonly called feline asthma, is a disease
in cats affecting the smaller airways that branch off the
windpipe (trachea). These branches, called bronchi, allow the
transport of air into and out of the lungs. When the...
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) was first identified in an
immunosuppressed cat in 1986. FIV is a lentivirus (slow virus),
so named because of the slow development of disease. FIV is of
the same family of viruses as human immunodeficiency...
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus FIV PREVALENCE AND INCIDENCE
Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is found in 5-10% of ill
cats in the US; it is more likely to occur in older cats. Male
cats, especially free-roaming outdoor cats, account for up to
75% of all FIV infected cats....
Feline Inappropriate Elimination Feline inappropriate elimination is the most common behavioral
problem in cats. Approximately one third of cats house soil,
urine spray, or mark. House soiling with urine may be
differentiated from urine spraying by the amount of urine that
is...
Feline Infectious Peritonitis FIP Infection
Feline infectious peritonitis refers to one of the diseases that
can result from a coronavirus that affect cats. It affects only
cats, not humans or dogs.
The virus is spread through close physical contact such as
sneezing...
Feline Leukemia Virus FeLV What is FeLV?
The Feline leukemia virus is a virus that suppresses the immune
system and renders the cat more susceptible to other viral and
bacterial organisms as well as to some types of cancer. Signs of
infection can include: vomiting,...
Feline Leukemia Virus Vaccination in Cats Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a common agent in cats that is
usually transmitted through virus-infected saliva via cat fight
wounds, mutual grooming, or sharing food and water dishes. The
most hazardous situation for FeLV transmission is a...
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease FLUTD The disease formerly known as FUS Feline lower urinary tract disease, or FLUTD, is the term that
describes the following group of clinical signs:
* bloody urine * straining to urinate (can easily be mistaken
for straining to defecate) * urinating in unusual places *
urinary...
Feline Marking Behaviors What is spraying?
Spraying is the deposition of small amounts of urine on vertical
surfaces. The spraying cast may be seen to back into the area,
the tail may quiver. And with little or no crouching the urine
is released. Some cats will also...
Feline Neuter Aftercare The surgery to neuter your cat involves a superficial incision
to remove both testicles. Your cat will be given a short-acting
general anesthetic for the procedure.
Although many cats seem absolutely 'back to normal' by the
evening of the...
Feline Obesity Does your cat polish your floor with his stomach as he walks? Is his food bowl bigger than your head? Do you grunt when you try to pick him up? Does he bounce when he lands on the floor? Do you spend more on his food bill than your own? People see...
Feline Spay Ovariohysterectomy Aftercare The surgery to spay your cat is a routine but, nonetheless,
major abdominal surgery. It involves removing the entire uterus
as well as both ovaries and requires a general anesthetic.
The night after the surgery, your cat may be sleepy and may...
Feral Cats Society s Problem Children There is a lot of talk going on about what to do with the issue of feral cat population. Some measures have been proposed which will allow residents to kill what they perceive to be feral cats on their property. This suggestion has caused a bit of...
Finding a good trainer for your cat Training a cat has been great interest to people, as to weather
you can train a cat or not. Cats are independent animals, which
leads people to believe training will not be able to be done.
With the different personalities, characteristic or...
Finding the Perfect Cat or Kitten for You and Your Family Some people say they are exclusively "cat people," meaning they only want to have a cat as a pet. That doesn't mean that just any cat will be the right companion. When choosing a cat to be your companion, be certain to make the choice that will...
Fireworks Fears Your Pet Some pets may develop phobias of loud noises from a single
experience (one learning event), while others may only develop a
noise phobia from exposure to the fearful sounds over time.
Although some dogs react with only a mild fear response...
First Aid for Felines How to Keep Your Car Safe from Harm Cats are known for their curious and adventurous nature. Curiosity doesn't always kill the cat, but can often cause injury. The owner will likely have to get the cat stabilized before taking it to the veterinarian. Any home with a cat should have...
Five Cat Food Factors That Discourage Feline UTD One of the most common causes of Feline Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is what your cat eats. A feline diet that is too high in carbohydrates and magnesium, and low in protein can lead to FLUTD. When their cat is initially diagnosed with FLUTD,...
Five Secrets for the Very Best Cat Food There is a significant difference between dog and cat food even though their may appear to look the same. Cats need a much higher amount of protein and fat than dogs do. Also, cats have different needs than dogs, so don't feed your cat dog...
Flea Control For Cats And Dogs As a pet owner I'm sure you'd be frustrated at the sight of your pet scratching and suffering from fleas. If you look into the veterinary arsenal you will see that there are a number of products that help you fight the war against fleas. Of all...
Flea Control For Pets Flea control can be a very hard thing to do especially if you live in areas where fleas are largely populated. Weather has a lot to do with fleas and trying to keep them outdoors and off of your pets can be very challenging.
You can try many...
Flea Control in dogs and cats Flea control can be a very hard thing to do especially if you live in areas where fleas are largely populated. Weather has a lot to do with fleas and trying to keep them outdoors and off of your pets can be very changeling. You can try many of the...
Flea Control With Cats and Dogs Fleas are the most common external parasite of pets in North America. Fleas are small wingless insects that use their specialized mouth to pierce the skin and siphon blood from their host. When a flea bites, it injects a small amount of saliva into...
Four Cat Litter Box Location Sites In Your Home You've heard that in real estate location is everything. This applies equally to your cat's litter box. Successful, consistent cat litter box habits depend upon several factors, and the litter location is crucial. This article will highlight how...
Frosty The Wandering Vagabond Cat FROSTY, THE WANDERING VAGABOND CAT Copyright 2004, Michael LaRocca For a long time, we had a four-pet home. Daisy the border collie mix and Bebe the dachshund/doberman mix. Witchie and Taz, the Siamese couple. Pumpkin wandered into this mess for a...
Got A Cat As A Pet Here s How To Keep Them Healthy Our pet cats are often as close to us as members of our family. In fact, they virtually are members of our family! That's why cat owners should know as much as they can about cat health. Here are the major things to know about caring for your pet...
Groom Your Cat To Avoid Hairballs Kitty Will Love You For It As loving cat owners we hate to think that our beloved pets are
feeling unwell. That can be the first impression when your cat
starts making hacking noises. Usually this is the first signs of
the cat trying to get rid of a hairball.
If you...
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Health Problems In Cats It may come as a surprise, if you're a new cat owner, that many
health problems may befall your feline friend. Some problems are
easily preventable, while others are hereditary.
Hairballs
Hairballs are among the most common of cat health...
Heartworm Treatment for cats and dogs The treatment for heartworms is different for cats and dogs. Do not ever give medicine intended for a cat to your dog or vice versa. Once your pet has heartworms the treatment is not easy. You want to rid your pet of heartworms but many factors...
Helping your pets cope with the stress caused by loud noise Which is the noisiest species of all? Nope, not the lions, or the elephants, or the geese. it's us, humans. Our voices were not enough, we started making music and creating musical instruments to help us being louder. This Holiday season will not...
Hepatic Lipidosis in Cats Hepatic lipidosis, or fatty liver, is a common syndrome
characterized by excess fat accumulation in the liver of cats.
It can occur in cats of any age or breed and may affect more
females than males. Hepatic lipidosis classically occurs after...
Here s A Quick Check for Feline Urinary Tract Infection There's a couple different ways you can tell if your cat has a
Feline Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). The most obvious way is if
she cries while urinating, you see blood in her urine, and/or
she won't use the cat litter box to urinate.
If you...
Holiday Training Your Cat With all the holiday's coming up soon, there is still time to
get your cat trained for the holidays. You will want to search
out tips on saving the tree and table for the holidays, with
your cat around.
One thing you can start with is...
Home Care for the Declawed Cat Remember, you are now rehabilitating a handicapped indoor
animal, so plenty of TLC is necessary, especially for the older
cat. You will find that your pet is tender for at least the
first 2 weeks after surgery. The normal running, jumping...
House train your cat Is your house your house or is your cat's house?
Is your cat climbing the curtains, chewing cords, digging in the
garbage, jumping on counters or tables, ripping the carpet or
rugs,
Here are some tips for training your cat in the...
How Fast Will Your Cat Will Grow The Important Stages In A Cat s Life Just like having a child, it can be incredibly fulfilling
bringing a kitten into your family and watching it grow up. It
takes only a year for your cute little kitten to mature into a
cat. It can seem hard to believe but it will happen fast....
How Long Will My Cat Live The answer to that depends upon several factors.
The care that you give your cat, the quality of the food that your cat eats, the kind of lifestyle that your cat lives. All these things play their part in the chances of your cat enjoying a...
How Many Cat Litter Boxes Do You Need The number of cat litter boxes available for your kitties is another key to good litter box habits. Many cats are fussy about their litter boxes, and if they aren't happy with number you provide, they communicate their unhappiness to you in most...
How Picky Can Your Cat Really Be Most of pet owners know that their much loved four-legged members of the family come with a lot of personality and unique, sometimes almost human-like behavior. For instance, my cat would act as a peacemaker when she smells the human fight. If I...
HOW TO ADOPT A SHELTER CAT YOUR NEW CAT WILL THANK YOU FOR READING THIS ARTICLE If you are thinking of adding a feline to your family, consider adopting a cat from your local animal shelter or humane society. The animals have been carefully screened for adoptability and have usually been worked with to enhance sociability. ...
How to Care for Your Kitten Caring for a kitten is a lot of work. With her high energy and intense curiosity and sense of adventure, raising a kitten will keep you on your toes. Careful attention during the first year of life will set a strong foundation for a long, loving...
How to Choose a Pet Do you know that in the United States pets outnumber people? Recent statistics show that there are about 380 million pets opposed to 290 million people? 62 % of the households own a pet, and 46% of all households own more than one pet. The most...
How to Clean Cat Urine When cat urine seeps through carpet, into padding and down to
the floor beneath, it can give your home an unpleasant aroma (to
say the very least!). In almost all cases, cat urine is the
worst perpetrator of pet stains and pet odors. If you own a...
How To Clean Cat Urine Home Remedies And Commercial Products Anyone who has ever owned a cat has likely had the experience of stepping in a cold puddle of urine on the floor at least once. When it's on linoleum or another washable surface, it's not so bad, but when it starts happening on carpet and rugs -...
How To Do Cat Litter Box Retraining Cats stop using the cat litter box for a number of reasons. Once
you discover the reason why and correct it, you may need to
re-train your cat to use her box again. Despite what you think,
you can train a cat! For most cats, it's not hard....
How to Ensure that Your Cat is Healthy and Lives a Long and Happy Life Incredible advances in veterinary medicine are making it possible for cats to live longer, healthier lives than ever before. The quality of your cat's health is the result of a partnership between you and your veterinarian. You must be confident...
How To Have A Healthy Happy Cat Giving your cat a simple monthly examination can help prevent potential problems for years, here's what to look for.
We all have the tendency to take our pets for granted, butyou're making a big mistake if you do so. Cat owners,...
How to Keep Your Cat Free from Diseases with This Quick Guide to Cat Parasites Parasites are organisms that survive by feeding off of other creatures. Among cats, parasites generally feed on the animal's blood. Detecting internal parasites can be difficult, but a close inspection of skin and fur is usually all that is needed...
How to Keep Your Cat Free from Diseases with Your Quick Guide to Cat Grooming Even a cat that compulsively cleans itself can benefit from a little grooming from her owner. Cats rarely need a bath, but frequent brushing removes a lot of loose hair which would otherwise end up either shed around your home or swallowed by the...
How To Keep Your Cat Happy and Healthy Playtime for Kitty While dogs tend to get lots of exercise, cats are often left to their own devices, having to find their own ways of exercising if they are kept indoors. Cats have gone from working animals to creatures of leisure. In the past, a cat spent most of...
How To Keep Your Cat Healthy Cat Feeding Explained "How To Keep Your Cat Healthy - Cat Feeding Explained" Cats have a reputation for being finicky eaters, but that is usually a distortion of the truth. Cats have a very keen sense of taste and smell, and they know what they like. If you have fed...
How To Know What Your Cat Wants When It Talks To You Cat Communication Explained Many people think cats are asocial, but in fact they are very social animals. They bond with other cats in their house or neighborhood, their owners, even other pets like dogs and birds. They communicate to each other and us a variety of ways. A...
How to Litter Train Your Kitten Cats are naturally clean creatures. Teaching them to use the
litter box encourages this good behavior. They will continue to
use this litter box unless it gets dirty. Here are a few tips on
getting your cat to use the litter box all of the time....
How To Make Sure Your New Cat Will Be At Home In Your Home Buying a cat is a big decision. Do you have time to look after
her? Is your home or appartment suitable for a pussy cat? Are
there any health issues you need to think about, and are your
family members ready for a new addition to the family? Find...
How to Make Your Cat s Life and YOUR Life Happier Training Your Cat Imagine that you are scolding your cat for scratching at your new furniture, and Kitty is sitting staring at you. Suddenly you realize how silly you look and how futile your scolding is. So how do you train your cat to respect your home? All cats...
How To Prevent Cat Urine Odor Damage in Rental Property You have permission to publish this article electronically or in print, free of charge, as long as the bylines are included. A courtesy copy of your publication would be appreciated. Feline owners who are renters can face challenges every time they...
How To Protect Your Pets From Fleas And Ticks Fleas are wingless, blood-sucking insects that feed on dog, cats, humans and other species. There are many different types of flea each one specific to the animal that it lives on. The most frequent fleas found in the home are the cat flea and dog...
How To Recognize and Stop Feline Urinary Tract Infections Early How can you recognize feline Urinary Tract Infections early on, to save your kitty needless pain, and damage to your home from her cat urine? This article will outline the steps you can take to prevent kitty's pain from feline Urinary Tract...
How To Save Money By Testing For Feline UTI Yourself Do you want to save money, anxiety for your kitty, and unnecessary trips to your vet? Would you like to know if your cat is developing crystals in her urine that could lead to a feline UTI? It's easy to do with this check-at-home method. If your...
How To Stop Your Cat Scratching And Ruining Your Furniture It's natural for cats to scratch but often it destroys your good
furniture. Thankfully there are some things that you can do to
relieve the problem.
Many people watch in sadness as their cat destroys virtually
everything that he can get his...
How To Stop Your Cat Scratching Get Rid Of Those Fleas You know how annoying it can be when you have an itch, but you
can't reach it to give it a scratch? Well, when your cat has
fleas it's like your problem, just multiplied a hundred times.
If your cat has fleas or ticks, you need to take...
How To Stop Your Cat Spraying The cat backs up to the door, lifts the tail and releases a fine spray of urine. Yes, your cat is spraying. You have a problem. But one you can solve. Figures from the British Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors say that aggression in dogs and...
How to Tame Wild Kittens Over the past several years, the wild mother cat who has taken up residence in our barn in rural Wisconsin has given me many opportunities to figure out how to tame wild kittens. The mother cat always hides her kittens very well, and then, when they...
How to Teach YOUR Cat to Use a Litter Box Secrets to Litter Tray Success Even the most dedicated cat lover has little patience with a cat that doesn't use its litter box. Yet, patience is the key to creating litter box success. A positive introduction when young, and simple housekeeping on your part will solve most...
How to Train Kittens to Use the Cat Litter Box There are several things you need to do to help the mama cat train her kitties to develop good cat litter box habits. While the kids may try to follow mom's example, here's how you can help cement that success.
First, since kittens are so...
How to Train Your Cat on a Leash Is it possible to train a cat to walk with you? Yes it is and
not hard to do. Patience, practice, time, and you will be
walking with your cat soon.
The best time to start to train a cat to walk with a leash is
when it is a kitten. When a...
How to Wean a Bottle Fed Kitten A common problem with new kitten owners is knowing when to start
the weaning process,
First off, a kitten needs milk during the first four to five
weeks of age so it's usually not a good idea to start before
week four.
It is important...
Hurricane Cats HURRICANE CATS Copyright 2005, Michael LaRocca You like cats, don't you? Some people don't like cats. Daddy doesn't like cats. Daddy's best friend, Bill Ball, loves his cats. Their names are Clipper and Keebles. Clipper and Keebles are large...
Hyperthyroidism in Cats Disease
Hyperthyroidism is caused by a tumor, usually benign, of the
thyroid gland that secretes excessive amounts of thyroid
hormone. This has many effects on the body since the thyroid
controls many basic body functions such as heart rate...
I m Allergic To My Cat Having a cat allergy came as something of a surprise to me. Growing up, I had many pets - cats, dogs and birds. My family were animal lovers and pets abounded, so being in contact with animals was a daily occurance. No one ever seemed to suffer from...
Important nutritional information on cat food Protein is crucial for your cat's health, and generally comes
from fish, meat or poultry. Advertisers will often say their
brand is beef, turkey or mackerel flavoured, but it may not
actually contain those products, meaning it may not be rich...
Introducing A New Kitten To Your Older Cat So, you read somewhere that introducing a new kitten into your home could be great for your existing cat, for companionship. And you remember how much fun your cat was when she was a new kitten, and you would love to re-live those days.
It is...
Iron deficiency in dogs and cats We have recently seen a number of cases of iron deficiency anaemia, both in cats and dogs. In iron deficiency, red cells do not develop the normal complement of iron-containing haemoglobin and the cells that form in the bone marrow are small...
Is Pet Insurance Right for You What is Pet Insurance? Pet insurance is a health plan for your pet to insure against large and small unexpected veterinary bills over the life of your pet. Potential treatments for your pet now rival human treatments both in sophistication and...
It Is Possible To Give Your Cat A Bath And Come Away Scratch Free Although your cat doesn't realise it right now, after some
tender loving care and a little shampoo, he will appreciate it.
Cats hate water, that much is easy to see as he lashes out at
you with his claws when he gets anywhere near it. Why...
Kids and Pets will it work How can my child benefit from having a pet? 1. Social skills and self-esteem. Feelings and positive experiences with their pet can help children feel good about their own. Loving a pet can also help kids to love and trust other people. 2....
Kittens and Hiccups Can kittens (and cats) get hiccups? The answer to that question is -- yes. After I rescued four two-week-old kittens who were orphaned when their mother was killed, I became the "momma cat" and started feeding them kitten formula with a syringe. ...
Learn These Problems Now And You Can Avoid Your Cat Becoming Ill In The Future Cats, like any other animal out there, can become sick. There
are several health problems that can affect your cat. If you
have never owned one though you may not realize just what those
can be. Knowing what to look for can protect your pet's...
Leash Training Your Cat Leash training, like any other training, a cat will require the
proper tools, research, patience and good reinforcement. Cats
are intelligent and sensitive which you will never want to use
force or physical threats on a cat. Any of the force...
Leashing a Cat Shadow had been the cat in our house for over seven years
when we moved from the country into town. His usual lifestyle
including roaming our five acres whenever he wished. Moving to
town required him to be a "house" cat, and he managed for...
Life Lessons I Learned from my Cat Even if you are not a cat person, bear with me, this story goes far beyond cat mania. Our little tabby cat was frightened and highly-sensitive from the day we rescued her from the SPCA, two and a half years ago. No doubt being jailed there for four...
Litter Box Strategies for Disabled Cats . You may reprint this article, electronically in free-only publications in it's entirety in an Ezine, blog or web site. . You may not use this article for commercial purposes without our written consent. . You may not use this article in...
Litter Training a Cat When you come home from being gone, at work all day and find the
cat has messed all over, or in one area. You have to go and get
it cleaned as the cat sits and stares at you as if they have
done nothing wrong. This is right!
Cats like...
Living In Harmony Or At War Having More Than One Cat In The House I have two cats and I can't imagine that either of them would
want to live without the other. They live like brother and
sister. And I can't imagine me living with just one cat either.
For those that love cats, having just one is never...
Living with a Deaf Cat Living with a Deaf Cat
A genetic anomaly causes blue-eyed white cats to be born deaf. I have not been able to find out what percentage of them are deaf - but it is fairly common. Odd-eyed whites are often deaf on the same side as they are blue...
Make Your Home Cat Safe How To Keep Your Cat Happy and Healthy * Lock things up that could cause harm * Keep the washer/dryer door closed at all times * Honk the car horn before starting it up * Use fire carefully * Keep all upstairs windows closed or screened * Store string away tidily * Keep floors...
Management of Kidney Failure in Dogs and Cats Your animal has just been diagnosed with kidney problems, and
you may be overwhelmed by just what that means and what needs to
be done to help him/her cope with the disease.
TERMINOLOGY
Kidney disease indicates some degree of kidney...
Microchipping Pets I can't say enough good things about the wonders of microchipping pets. Recently, there was a stray dog in our neighborhood for several days. Rather than have him brought to the shelter and euthanized, or the poor thing hit by a car or abused by...
Natural Cat Training Tired of coming home and having puddles all over the house, the
cat meowing as if you have left for a weeks on end.
All of this is natural to a cat, even as it is annoying to us
most the time. Just remember your cat has never learned...
Natural Food for Dogs and Cats from David the Dogman
Just this side of Heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special...
New Book Helps Worried Owners Of A Pregnant Cat 'Help, my cat is pregnant and I don't know what to do!' Not a day goes by without someone posting this message to an Internet forum. Worried cat owners will know what to do if they read How To Take Care Of Your Pregnant Cat. This new publication is...
New Cat Causing an Odor Problem Recently, a friend said she'd gotten a new cat from a male
friend and the cat was spraying and urinating outside the litter
box. She has an existing kitty, female.
Get into the mind of the cat! He's new, nothing smells like
anything he...
No More Stillborn Kittens Know How To Care For A Pregnant Cat 'I named all kittens, although they were all stillborn.' 'My pregnant cat has a bloody vaginal discharge.' 'I had a litter of five, but only one kitten survived.' These are only a few of the horror stories I received the past weeks. Cat lovers that...
Nutrition for an Aging Cat All cats are created equal, right? Wrong. Senior cats have
special dietary needs, different from adult cats and kittens.
Their bodies require different things.
Sometimes, you will have to supplement in order to provide them
proper nutrition....
Oriental Shorthair Cat The Oriental Shorthair cat can be an extraordinarily devoted and loving companion. More than anything else, they want a person, or family, to whom they can give their wholehearted devotion.
The Oriental Shorthair is a solid colored Siamese. From...
Overcoming Common Behavior Problems in Kittens You're probably not nave enough to think that when you welcome a
new kitten into your home, all will be bliss with the adorable
ball of fur. But a kitten can develop habits even more
destructive than you think if you don't know how to curb...
Personal Pet Check Ups For all pet owners, regular monitoring and "examinations" of your pet will give you a better idea of the animal's overall health and prove as good "quality" time for both you and your pet. Also, this may help you catch a problem in the early phases...
Pet food The Basics A dog is a man's best friend. You do everything you can to maintain your optimum health. Doesn't your best friend deserve the same? Your dog is an active (rather the most active) member of your family and needs the same, if not more attention to...
Pet Healthcare Cat and dog fleas are more than just an itchy nuisance, fleas are a health hazard to animals and humans alike. Fleas carry diseases, Anemia, dermatitis and harmful parasites, like tapeworms, are just a few to name. It's not only kind but important...
Pet Identification Tags And The Internet The greatest fear of most pet owners is that there is a chance the family pet will get lost, and not be returned. But many of these same pet owners fail to take the necessary precautions needed to safeguard their pets. By simply overlooking the...
Pet Insurance Check Out 10 Key Questions Before You Buy If your bones and joints are strong and flexible, they move
smoothly. And that means life can be fun, and appreciated fully.
But for one in seven people, movement is restricted by a
musculoskeletal disorder - arthritis, back pain,...
Pet Loss Should You Clone Your Cat Clone a Cat, Go To Jail ...or at least pay a fine. That's the goal of animal welfare activists who announced recently that they are seeking state and federal restrictions on the small but growing pet-cloning industry. The effort has been...
Pet Nutrition Basics for Dogs Cats Good Nutrition is just as essential for your pet's health as it is for your own health. Your pet needs a balanced diet to help keep him healthy. Unlike humans, your pet's daily diet is the same day to day. For this reason your pet must meet all...
Pet Safety Your home might be "kid-proof" but how does it measure up when it comes to safety for your pet? Do you know all the hazards your pet is exposed to? How about what plants are poisonous and what foods should be avoided? Caring for your pet is more...
Pet Tags An Overview When a pet is lost, a pet ID tag is often the only way to find its owner. In the growing US pet market, the demand for pet tags is booming. Annual ID tag sales now surpass $155 million with more than 18 million pet tags sold. Pet tags include the...
Pet Tracking Devices It was the Saturday morning of August 20, 2004 and my two kids saying that they couldn't find our cat Nala anywhere waked me up. I didn't pay much attention, because it was common for her to find a new hiding spot and sleep there for hours. Hours...
Pets get diabetes too Just like humans pets can suffer from diabetes mellitus too. By a simple blood test, called fructosamine, thay can be diagnosed, and then under the care of your veterinary surgeon, often treated succesfully. Fructosamines are stable complexes of...
Photographing Your Cat with Close Up Techniques Other than photographing our kids, there's probably nothing we enjoy photographing more than our pets--in my case my two Ragdoll cats. (In case you've never seen Ragdolls, they're "giant" cats that were first bred in the 1960s. They're big,...
Prevent Feline UTI With a Canned Cat Food Diet Part II Last week I wrote about the benefits of transitioning your cat to a raw food diet to stop feline urinary tract infections. As I also noted, some cats just won't eat raw food. Part II gives you information about the more common diet alternative -...
Prevent Feline UTI With a Raw Food Diet Part I A feline Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) often causes cats to stop
using their litter boxes. This is a very painful condition for
kitty. Using her logic, she thinks that because it hurts to use
the litter box, maybe she should urinate someplace...
Preventing Your Dog From Catching Diseases Like any other pet, dogs, if not properly cared and maintained,
could get diseases. Here are some parasites that cause dog
diseases.
- Heartworm. Mosquito bites cause heartworm to exist in a dog
and will reside in your pet's heart and...
Protect Your Cat With Vaccinations If you want to enjoy the companionship of a healthy and happy
cat, 1 of the most important things you can do is to safeguard
its health. Vaccinations can protect your cat from many common
cat diseases.
Weaned From Mother's Immunity
...
Pumpkin The Halloween Cat PUMPKIN, THE HALLOWEEN CAT Copyright 2005, Michael LaRocca The neighbor's car pulled into my driveway. She got out holding a stranger in her arms. "I found this cat in my yard. Is he yours?" "No." "Oh. I thought he was." "Well, he's not." ...
Ragdoll Cat History is Stranger Than Fiction The origins of Ragdoll cats are full of myth and controversy. This cat's history is often contradictory and confusing; some of the Ragdoll story is just not possible. Other parts we know to be factual. First things first: the Ragdoll cat breed...
Read Your Cat s Body Language Know Your Pet More Read Your Cat's Body Language - Know Your Pet More
Meow! That is the sound you hear when you meet your cat walking
down the doorway. It will move with his head and tail held high,
looking directly at your eyes and emitting a faint...
Ringworm Identification in Pets Treatment Prevention and Home Remedies Article source: http://www.rescuecats.org/. Used with author's
permission.
"Ringworm" is the common name for the skin infection caused by a
special group of fungi; it is not caused by a worm at all. The
fungi feed upon the dead cells of...
Safety in the Fresh Air and the Outdoors for Your Cat How To Build a Cattery Animal welfare organizations and humane societies have been very successful in helping people to accept that their cats are safer living exclusively indoors, especially in urban areas. However, cat lovers still want to give their cats a chance to...
Serious Cat Urine Prevention Tips Many times cat owners are at a loss as to why their cat doesn't use their litter box. Here are some great tips that can help you solve the problem.
The litter box is the first thing you should check. It should be in a quiet, private area of the...
Shih Tzu Dogs Useful Over The Counter Medications Some over-the-counter medications can be used for emergencies in select situations. Always ask your vet before giving any over-the-counter medicines to your injured or ill shih tzu.
3% hydrogen peroxide: Can be used to induce vomiting and for...
Shih Tzu Why Should We Communicate With Our Shih Tzu First you want to ask yourself, why did you purchase a shih tzu?
I have seen people with dogs, even shih tzu, who chain the dog
to a backyard tree and visit the dog only to provide water and
food. I think to myself, that has to be a very lonely...
Show You Care Neuter Your Cat The hordes of homeless and feral cats everywhere are growing by
leaps and bounds, and finally people are beginning to wake up to
the necessity of neutering their cats.
Population Explosion
Because cats can reproduce several times a...
Signs You Might Be A Cat SIGNS YOU MIGHT BE A CAT Copyright 2005, Michael LaRocca You can get cuddles whenever you want them. You yowl loudly if your litter box is not clean. You yowl loudly at the full moon. You yowl loudly for no reason. Floor swimming! Ping Pong...
Small tips on training your cat This article is for the small behaviors that could be medical
and with tips to help in the right direction for training.
Teeth grinding could be a sign of improper bit of a kitten. A
mature cat that has just started this would be a time to...
So You Want a Cat or Kitten presented by David the Dogman
As an ardent reader of the Collins Dog Photoguide I came across this article, which I feel, might be of interest to readers.
Traffic Accidents
A traffic accident is probably the most common cause of...
Solar Induced Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats Squamous cell carcinoma is a cancerous disease that most
commonly involves skin. Fair-skinned people tend to be
predisposed to this type of cancer after chronic, excessive
exposure to sunlight. Likewise, white or light-colored cats are
also...
Stop Cat Scratching Today Your new living room furniture is in tatters. Your nerves are frayed. Your cat thinks you have morphed into someone he doesn't know and you need a solution to his inappropriate scratching behavior now! Sound familiar? Well, this was our situation a...
Stop Cat Urine Smell By Removing Cat Litter Box Waste Cat urine smell is one of the most powerful pet odors imaginable. If you don't scoop the cat litter box and dispose of her waste, your kitty may deposit her waste all over your home. This article gives you some advice on why you should quickly...
Stop Feline Urinary Tract Infection Early How can you recognize feline Urinary Tract Infections early on, to save your kitty needless pain, and damage to your home from her cat urine? This article will outline the steps you can take to prevent kitty's pain from feline Urinary Tract...
Super cat urine prevention tips Many times cat owners are at a loss as to why their cat doesn't use their litter box. Here are some great tips that can help you solve the problem.
The litter box is the first thing you should check. It should be in a quiet, private area of the...
Taking Care of an Older Cat Cats are not turtles. Okay, I know what you're thinking, people
aren't turtles, either. However, when you really think about it,
people are a lot closer to turtles than cats in the sense that
turtles, as well as people, can live to be 100 years...
Teach Cats To Use Scratching Posts REQUIREMENTS FOR REPRINT: You have permission to publish this article free of charge in your e-zine, newsletter, ebook, print publication or on your website ONLY if it remains unchanged and you include the copyright and author information (Resource...
Ten Tips for Cats Who Are Forced to Relocate With Their Owners When you're on the move, the cats may have something to say about the process.
If you sense your owner plans to move, be on your best behavior. Revive those terminally cute poses you used to get yourself adopted. Let your owner sleep...
Test Your Feline Felicity 1. The Cat Family, or the family Felidae, includes at least 35 species of cats that are similar in physical characteristics. Which is NOT a member of the Cat Family?
A. Kodkod
B. Margay
C. Ocelot
D. Fox
D. Fox
TBD: Did you know that cats are...
The 5 Things You Should Know Before Breeding Cats The cat population is astronomical. Most experts agree that average cat owners should spay their cat, not breed. Still there are people who want to have a litter from their pet. But there's a lot to think about before planning a feline family. ...
The Cat and the Evil Mower "A coward dies a thousand deaths; a brave man dies but once." Our cat Der Doc proved that this applies to cats as well. Caution was the watchword in Der Doc's life. He was a grey cat, striped like a tiger but decidedly without the tiger's courage....
The Cat and the Evil Parakeet Parakeets were "in" during the winter of 1952, and my little brother David had his heart set on one. On December 24, Mamma, Daddy, and I went to a parakeet breeder, paid $7.95, and brought home the pretty green bird we had reserved. The parakeet was...
The Cat Lady Answers Your Questions from David the Dogman
Just this side of Heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all our special...
The Domesticated Alpaca One mammal reared mainly for their wool is the Alpaca.
Alpacas are a domesticated mammal that's derived from the
family of camels. Genetics has determined that Alpacas are
descendants of Vicunas. Alpaca are found in the highlands
and parts of...
The Importance of Pet ID Tags A basic pet ID tags should contain a pet's full name and address. But why stop there when customized pet identification tags can be designed using various machines and systems such as pet tag color matching system? There are so many choices...
The Myth Of 100 Complete Processed Pet Food Every day, people by the millions pour food from a package into their pet's bowl. Day in and day out, meal after meal, pets get the same fare. This strange phenomenon is not only widely practiced, but done by loving owners who believe they are doing...
The Right Cat Litter Box For Your Cat Your cat will develop and keep good cat litter box habits with the right cat litter box. Here are your choices for different cat litter boxes, and how you can determine which ones are right for your cat. If you receive pet product catalogs, you'll...
The Woes of Cat Hair and How to Control It Cat hair gets everywhere. In the bedding, on the screens, deep in the carpet, and of course, on clothes. While the hair is not an allergen, the danderand allergens stick to it so we sneeze. As an owner of two beautiful long-hair cats, I'm...
THERE ARE OVER 50 CAT BREEDS WHAT BREED MAKES THE BEST PET How to choose the perfect cat breed for you is easy if you do your research first. Cats are the world's most popular pets. They are independent but at the same time make for great company. The have minimal maintenance needs but they satisfy any...
Thyroid illness in cats and dogs Common clinical signs of hypothyroidism in dogs include weight gain, lethargy, reduced exercise tolerance and poor coat quality. However, the disease affects almost all body systems and as a result a wide variety of signs can potentially be...
Tips for Introducing Two Cats Adding a new member to your feline family is usually more exciting for you than your current cat. Even though they are solitary by nature, most cats eventually learn to accept or at least tolerate newcomers. Because they are very territorial, the...
Tips for Kitten Proofing Your Home The world is an exciting but dangerous place for kittens, but
you can take simple precautions around the home to protect your
cats and kittens from their own curiosity. KITCHEN:
Chicken bones in garbage
Roast beef...
Tips on training your kitten Most kittens seem irresistibly cute and fun. There are a few
more things to know before you bring home your kitten. You need
to research healthy types of food. You should interview a vet.
You should kitten proof your house. You should pick up...
To Stay Happy And Healthy Your Kitten Will Need Vaccinations As a cat owner, you have a responsibility to protect the cat.
One of the things you'll need to do is to have the cat
vaccinated.
6-8 weeks old
The first vaccination will need to happen when he is about six
to eight weeks old. Before...
Too Many Cats Cats are becoming increasingly popular as pets these days, and a big question is, how many cats should a family have? For some people, one is more than enough, others have half a dozen or more. Here are some sure- fire ways to know when you've...
Train a Cat to Listen Cats cannot be discipline as you would a dog. With a dog they
are social dominant that can be trained to have you as the
dominant one. The reason that cats will not react as a dog is
that cats have social groups only by respect and social...
Train a Kitten for Playing Motivated aggressive behaviors for play is common in kittens
when cats play the have a variety of behaviors that they share
in their play. Exploratory, predatory, and instigative play
provides a kitten the opportunity to practice these skills....
Train Your Cat for Behavior Problems and Basic Commands You want to train your cat to come, sit, and stay. You can also
teach your cat not to scratch at things. When you are teaching
your cat to not scratch, sometimes they seem like they are
pawing at you and they start scratching you. On this...
Train Your Cat for Vacations When you are going on a vacation or taking your cat out for a
length of time you will want to have the cat trained to ride in
a car or vehicle so that the cat is not jumping all over and
over the seats.
Purchasing a pet carrier will be the...
Train Your Cat to be Groomed Grooming for a cat should be done on a daily basis for proper
care of your cat. In addition, with the proper care, your cat
will stay healthy.
Brushing, combing, clipping nails, and cleaning ears, are
grooming that needs to be done. By doing...
Training a Cat Around The Plants Oh but kitty loves plants, Grow them one? Yes, cats love green
grass or plants.
Wheat, oat grass, catnip, or heather are just some of the plants
that you can grow a garden for kitty indoors or outdoors. Going
along with growing some grass...
Training a Cat for the Litter Box Did you know that you can control when a cat has to go to the
bathroom and when they don't have to go? It is called feeding
time. One of the first things in training a cat is do not feed
the cat anything unless you are going to be home for a...
Training a Cat not to Chew on Dangerous Objects Cats chew, lick, or eat non-food objects for medical and
behavioral reasons. Out of curiosity, a cat will try to chew on
most things. Easy to swallow items will need to be put up out of
reach of your cat.
Cats chewing and eating items,...
Training a Cat not to Spray Is Toby the cat spraying everything and everyone in site? Is
this resolving in unwanted messes in the house? Is Toby on the
way out the door for good?
Male cats are known to spray when they are in heat looking for
Sue, the female cat to come...
Training a Cat to a New Environment When bringing home a new cat or kitten to a different
environment with other pets and additional family members this
does not have to be an overwhelming experience for the new cat
or kitten and family. Cats and kittens adjust quickly...
Training a Cat to do Tricks Are the tricks that your cat are doing, are these tricks that
you approve of your cat doing or are they bad habits or
behaviors? Did you know that you are able to teach a cat the
difference between good tricks and bad tricks?
Teaching...
Training a Cat to Have Likeable Behaviors Cats can be very finicky at times. When you are trying to change
bad behaviors, this can be hard. Cats will not always do what
you want them to. When you are trying to change a bad behavior
you need to introduce one good behavior. Redirect them...
Training a Cat to Hunt How to train your cat to hunt with out eating the prey
Does you cat seem to be hunting all the time, pouncing on the
toys as they were going in for the kill, raking their claws over
your feet as if they are a piece of meat ?
Hunting is a...
Training Cats with Nocturnal Behaviors Here the problem the cat is up most the night playing wanting to
go outside tearing around the house and wake me up in early
hours of the morning to go out. Once I do let him, out he does
not want to come back in and once I do let him in, he...
Training the Cat to Scratch on a Scratching Post Every wonder why a cat has to scratches everything in site. Your
cat is sharpening claws and ridding the outer layer of old claw
is one reason. After a cat has been declawed, they could
continue to go though the motion of clawing. On the paw pad...
Training your cat Training your cat can be fun and a rewarding experience.
Patience and time is something that will be necessary with
training. You can train your cat do have good behaviors so that
when you are gone you will know they are safe.
Kittens are...
Training Your Cat for a New Family Member Has you cat had the run of the house for years and now someone
is moving to the house to stay, don't let the cat be the first
one leaving.
Rather it is a baby coming, family member moving in or an
extended stay by a visitor, you will want...
Training Your Cat for Aggression The ears flatten backwards, cat is snarling with the sharp teeth
exposed as he has his mouth wide open, and the eyes dilated.
This is prime example of aggression in a cat.
Learning and understand the different aggressions in your cat
has...
Training your cat for the outdoors Your cat will love to go outdoors; the environment is excellent
for him and good way to get exercise and the energy that he will
need to use to settle for a while so that he may not be up all
night wanting to go out.
The birdfeeder is a...
Training Your Cat Not to Scratch Furniture Cats have a natural instinct that will lead them to climb and
scratch. If you are not providing the proper tools for the cat
to use, they will use what they can find to scratch. For most,
the times it will be furniture, drapes, counter tops or...
Training Your Cat To Be Nice To Your House Is your cat taking over the house? Climbing curtains, chewing
cords, knocking over the trash and jumping on the counters? Well
you don't have to put up with it! Even though it may seem like
your cat cannot be trained, a little bit of patience...
Training Your Cat to be Transported in a Pet Carrier Do you travel or going to spend time away from the home and
would like to take your cat with you. There is good news! You
are able to take them with you. Pet carriers are available in
most major discount stores and pet stores.
Training the...
Training Your Cat to go to a Veterinary Why train a cat to go to the veterinary?
Shots will be need, exams, medical attention when the cat needs
this type of attention. When taking them to the veterinarian,
cats will meet many different people, other cats, and animals.
Cats can...
Training Your Cat to Train you for the Holidays Hanging the stocking with care in hope the cat will not
interfere. With the twinkling of lights from the fresh cut tree,
in hopes that the cat will sit by the sill. When what to the
cats wondering eyes must appear the Moon glowing down on...
Training Your Cat To Use The Toilet You can train your cat to use the toilet. By doing this it will
save you time and money. There will be little or no mess. Once
the cat has been trained to go into the toilet, you will be able
to eliminate the cat litter and the smell associated...
Training Your Cat with Constructive Training Are you training your cat and do not seem to be able to get too
far with him. This is the time to look at the constructive
training for training your cat or animal.
First things first, NEVER USE PHYSICAL PUNISHMENT on your cat or
any...
Training your hyperactive cat You walk in your home after being gone for a short time, or all
day from work and your cat has taken over the house. The drapes
are hanging not where they should be, a cup was tipped over with
the last few drops of coffee that has left a stain in...
Travelling with your cat Whether it be by car, by train, by airplane or boat, it's not always easy to travel with your cat. It is necessary to always arrange certain things in advance - the tickets, an adequate kennel, tranquilizers, and water - in order to assure him...
Treating Pets with Ear Medications To treat your pet's ears with medication, try to following steps:
Tilt the animal's head so the ear to be treated is 'up.' (If
your pet's ear flap hangs down, lift it as you are tilting the
head.)
Medicated ointment:
Place a small...
Treating Pets with Eye Medications To treat your pet's eyes with medication, try to following steps:
Gently tilt the head back so the eyes are looking at the ceiling.
Medicated Ointment:
Roll the lower eyelid out, forming a 'pocket', and place a small
amount of...
Unique Cat Urns Aren t That Difficult to Find Are you looking for an urn for your cat's cremains? Perhaps something a little more unique than simply a wooden box is what you want. If so, we can help. We've done lots of research all over the internet to find the nicest and most unique cat urns...
Upper Respiratory Infections in Cats Your cat has just been diagnosed with an upper respiratory
infection. This is an extremely common condition, especially in
cats just acquired from any multi-cat situation (i.e. humane
shelter, rescue facility, breeders' cattery, a...
Weaning A Bottle Fed Kitten Weaning normally occurs at about 4-5 weeks of age, but keep in mind that some kittens take longer, particularly without their mom to show them the ropes. You will know that a kitten is ready to begin the weaning process when it is biting the feeding...
What is a Cat Whisperer Similar to a horse or dog whisperer, a Cat Whisperer is a person
who relates particularly well with cats. A Cat Whisperer has
unusual luck and success with cats. Often people bring cats or a
single cat will just "show up" at their home....
What Is The Best Way To Feed Your Cat Think that your cat needs a fancy set of dishes to eat from? He
doesn't. But, what he does need is something that is sturdy and
durable and it needs to be easy for you to clean as well. Cat
feeders and bowls should be cat-proof.
One type of...
What s The Best Diet For A Pregnant Cat Pregnant cats have to eat for two, three, four, five, even six cats. So her regular meal is just not enough. What should you give instead? Pregnant and lactating queens need more calories than normal. However, you won't have to force her to eat....
What s the Real Deal on Pet Insurance Even if you haven't had a run-in involving your pet of late, pet insurance has probably crossed your mind. And if you have, the bill for any non-routine care may have cost you anywhere from a cool couple hundred to nearly a grand. You might have...
What s Your Cat s Preferred Litter Box Type Many cat owners experience trouble with kitty not using the cat litter box they've chosen for her. With a little bit of understanding about their cat, the proper cat litter box type can be found quickly for good cat litter box habits.
For...
What type of cat is trainable Not all cats are trainable and some of them are not easy to train.
Take a look at the different, easy to train cats and some that are not easy to train.
Barman - long hair, easy to managed once a week grooming, very careless...
What you Need to Know about Cat Food Cat Food Info #1 Cats Need Protein in their Cat Food
The cat food you feed to your cat should always be rich in protein. This generally should come from meat, poultry or fish. Many cat food brands advertise chicken, beef, and tuna flavored cat...
Where Does Your Cat Nap Make Him As Comfortable As Possible Giving your pet his own snoozing area gives you the ability to
take back all of the space in your house that he has taken over.
You may even want to give him several places to call his own to
keep him happy!
You'll find a cat bed that fits...
Where s the Meat in my Pets Food Today we hear all the Whole-Health buzzwords like functional foods, nutraceutical, organic, natural and holistic ingredients. Every natural, holistic, and organic ingredient we use has been researched for safety and efficacy. Natural,...
Which Of These Cat Breeds Is The Right One For You There are many cat breeds out there. If you are like most
people, you don't know much about them. In order to help you to
make a choice about breeds, here is some useful information.
Do you want a cat that can entertain himself and not get...
Why Adopt a Pet A cat was run over on my busy street this weekend. It wasn't my pet but it hurt just as much as if it was. This animal came into our lives when we returned from walking in the park with our 3 yr. old son. A lady who lives across the street was...
Why Cat Urine Smells So Bad and Doesn t Go Away Cat urine odor is unique among the many smells we know. While
there are other smells that are worse, most of us probably don't
come across them.
Many people wonder why cat urine odor is so hard to get rid of.
This article talks a little bit...
Why Cats Scratch Furniture and How to Convince Them Otherwise Easily one of the biggest disputes we humans have with our
feline friends is their great need to "sharpen" their claws on
our furniture and carpets.
We think it's a terrible idea, they think it's their inborn
right. They probably even...
Why do you need Canine Good Citizens certification If you want your dog to participate in dog activities like therapy groups then you need to obtain a Canine Good Citizens certification for your pet. The "Canine Good Citizens" certification is based on 10 steps that demonstrate the owner's...
Why Does My Cat Drink Dirty Water You know that cats should always have a supply of water, especially if you are feeding them dried food. There on your nice clean kitchen floor is a bowl of nice clean fresh water, in a nice clean bowl.
What does your cat do? Maybe gives the bowl...
Why should we get kittens as pets Kittens are and have always been adorable creatures. Of course, these youngsters are also playful, naughty and mischievous as well. Perhaps that's the reason why people are attracted to them, as they entertain us with their peculiar antics and...
Why Should You Collect Cat Collectibles Let the cat out of the bag! True, you will know various cat collectibles in here. No secret will be hidden, and no cat collectibles you wouldn't know. Everything is here for you. You needn't put a mouse as bait.hmmm!!! You sure will find this small...
Why You Should Spay or Neuter Your Pet Spaying or Neutering Is Good for You, Your Pet & Your Community!
It:
Helps dogs and cats live longer, healthier lives.
Eliminates the possibility of uterine or ovarian cancer and
greatly reduces the incidence of breast cancer,...
Wisconsin Cat Hunt A friend of mine in Minnesota asked me recently about the feral cat hunting proposal in Wisconsin and whether feral cats were such a problem here that we needed a special law about it. Feral cats are not 'wild cats', per se, but rather house cats...
You CAN Have Your Cats and Your Furniture Too No one wants to invest hundreds or even thousands of dollars in furnishings only to see them ripped to shreds by an overzealous pet, however beloved. To many people the obvious answer is to have their cats declawed, but it this really a...
You Can Help Reduce the Number of Unwanted Cats Spaying and Neutering of Cats Every year, hundreds of thousands of cats and kittens are destroyed because they are unwanted. Animal shelters that take in these animals and try to find them homes are overcrowded. With so many animals in need, they cannot support all animals...
Your Cat s First Vet Visit So you've got a new cat, and she needs a checkup. On your first vet visit, your vet will take the lead and give you some basic information, and probably will go through a fairly standard routine.
Upwards of 90% of the information you need,...
Your Cats Health Cats need only be provided with decent shelter, food and water and they will be quite healthy most of the time. Like any other living thing, however, they can get sick and can come down with anything from a minor cold to a major ailment. As a...
Your Child s First Pet Tired of hearing your child whine about wanting a pet? All parents seem to have this problem at one time or another. Many children want a pet, and it's a perfect way to tech children responsibility. If you've decided to give your children the...
Your Guide to Cat Breeds For the first 8,000 years of their relationship with humans, cats pretty much took care of their own breeding. People kept them for one purpose - hunting rodent - and they are already perfectly designed for that. More than 100 years ago, however,...
10 Crucial and Surprising Steps to Build Trust in a Relationship 1. Be predictable. When do seeds of suspicion emerge? When one begins to think, What's up? Why is he doing that? He's never done that before. That is so unlike him. He loses 30 pounds, buys a new wardrobe and comes home late from work. He changes...
10 Fatal Traps You Must Avoid to Maintain a Harmonious and Healthy Relationship (Because violence or infidelity are not the only ones...)
1. « Making a mountain out of a molehill »
Do you want to live in peace with your beloved? Then, first, control yourself. Loosing your temper, showing constant anger, or shouting for...
10 Important Easy Dating Rules for Your Success 1) Leave the mobile phone off! Do not answer it if it is on Silent either. You should only do this if you are expecting an emergency and I mean an emergency. You only look like a deadhead, self-centred fool answering a phone at a meeting that is...
10 Impressions on Online Dating Are you a little uncomfortable with the idea of Internet dating? Have you thought about how great it is for busy people; how convenient? Don't ever be duped by an online dating suitor. There are tales of deceit and heartbreak, don't be one of them. ...
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10 Mistakes Women Make In Relationships With Men Women, no matter what type, have a tendency to unintentionally push a man's buttons in the beginning of a relationship. This usually leads to the "Where did I go wrong?", and by this time, he's most likely to avoid any questions you insist on asking...
10 Must Have Online Dating Tips Have you ever thought of meeting people online? If so, meeting people online can be great fun.Online dating has given us the opportunity from our comforts of our own home to search for that someone.Let your common sense prevail when searching...
10 Online Dating Safety Tips For Seniors Seniors represent the fasting growing demographic population online. To assist in their online dating choices, I have listed ten important safety tips to remember when joining an online dating community.
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Other than what state you reside...
10 Reasons to Use Online Dating Sites There are many more reasons than just ten that I would like to mention, but in this article I have focussed on the primary ten reasons why I believe on-line dating is here to stay. It is now unders
