You will need a great deal of commitment in order to own a cat as they do require some care (although not as much as dogs!) and can live as old as 15 years (or even longer in some cases). Cats require feeding (daily), care and ‘play time’ on a regular basis. You will also have to take into consideration,…
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Is Your Cat Behaving Badly
If your cat is anything like mine then he or she loves to scratch at all kinds of things, things that you really do not want to see scratched up. Cats are one of the most amazing and wonderful pets to own but they can wreak havoc if you let them. You need to learn some techniques to keep the…
4 Things To Think About Before Declawing Your Cat
Declawing is a major surgery known as onychectomy, performed under anesthesia, that removes the tip of each digit (from the first knuckle out) of the cat’s forepaws. There is a slight chance of death in the surgery, and a declawed cat may have an increased risk of infection and life-long discomfort in its paws. This surgery is not recommended for…
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. Being prepared is the goal here. So what are the key milestones for…
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 sound summoning you to follow wherever it goes. That is your cat? Right? The fluffy little mass, whose behavior seems quite odd at times, and…
That Cat Just Sprayed
Oh No! That cat is marking his /her territory. When a cat becomes emotional, it seems to spray urine . You may find that cats mark their territory on doors; chair legs; walls; or tables. There are cats that will even spray your curtains. If your cat is marking territory at your home , purchase FELIWAY. FELIWAY helps to eliminate…
An In Depth Look At Siamese Cats
The exotic and somewhat mysterious Siamese cat hails from the country of Thailand. They had always been a popular breed of cats, some even residing in royal palaces. Siamese cats, in the past, were trusted to protect royal palaces and monasteries from evil spirits. These cats were also thought of as bringing good fortune to their owners as well. During…
Inhalant Allergies In Dogs And Cats
Several objects in the environment can be inhaled by pets and can trigger allergic reactions in dogs and cats. These objects induce the cells of the pets to release substances such as histamine. With histamine, the irritation begins. The objects in the environment that cause this type of allergies are called allergens. Some examples of these allergens are the following:…
Kitten Vaccinations Types Of Vaccinations
In recent years, the vaccination of cats has become more popular. The three most common vaccines give protection against feline infectious enteritis (FIE), feline influenza (cat flu) and feline leukaemia (FeLV). An initial course of two injections, the first at nine weeks are usually given, and yearly boosters are recommended thereafter. FIE causes vomiting and diarrhoea, and the cat develops…
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 regarded by many biologists as the most highly developed carnivores? 2. Do you…