by Larry Chamberlain
This article is not a debate about the pros and cons of the removal of a cat’s claws (declawing). This article concludes that there are no pros to this issue and comes out firmly against the procedure.
Declawing a cat is illegal in many countries and officially deemed to be inhumane in others. Why […]
July 16 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care and Pet Health | No Comments »
By Kit Marsters
Fireworks and cats… they just don’t mix. At best, you end up with a baffled cat sitting in the windowsill and wondering what is going on. More likely, you’ll have a cat hidden under the bed, unwilling to surface for a good time to come, or a cat manically running around the house […]
July 03 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | No Comments »
By David P. Lee
Unlike dogs, whom seem to enjoy rides with their owners for adventure away from the home front, cats do not feel so comfortable leaving the comforts of home even for a little while. Trying to go for a ride with your cat can be quite an adventure in itself. By nature cats […]
July 01 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | No Comments »
by Cassandra Mandello
Has this ever happened to you? Your cat’s peeing outside the litter box, and you’re desperately trying to clean up after your cat, wondering if you’re actually doing anything to stop it from happening in the first place!
Well, if you’re like me, you probably want some quick solutions to the problem, or at […]
June 17 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | No Comments »
by Sylvia Riley
Vegetables in your dog’s diet, and minor amounts in your cat’s diet, can enhance their health and provide a rich and diverse supply of nutrients, enzymes, healthy fibre and antioxidants. In the wild, dogs and cats would have acquired plant foods through the semi-digested remnants in the stomachs of their prey; vegetables, fruits, […]
June 15 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Dog & Puppy and Pet Food & Nutrition | No Comments »
by Ken Charnely
In the next few paragraphs, we will explore new ideas and thoughts that may help you achieve your goal and decide what is best for you when choosing toys for your cats.
Toys for girl cats and boys:
When the mouse is away, cats play. And cats have the tendency to both play hard and […]
June 11 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Toys | No Comments »
by Mike Barus
Although collars are generally thought to be for the canine kind, many cat owners choose to purchase collars for their favorite felines. There are many different kinds of cat collars on the market, so it is imperative that you choose the best option for your cat’s needs and body. Consider taking your […]
June 07 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | No Comments »
Anyone who has lived with cats can testify that their sense of humor tends toward practical joking. They don’t have the kind of facial features that allow for smiling–purring serves that purpose. Cats also don’t laugh out loud, but when a cat executes a prank successfully, it always seems pretty pleased about it.
Some […]
June 05 2008 | Cat & Kitten | No Comments »
by Larry Chamberlain
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 generally thought that cats thrive better with the […]
May 28 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Getting a Pet | No Comments »
By Darlene L. Norris
Feline obesity creates serious health risks for your kitty friend. Carrying extra weight around overloads all his organ systems, which can lead to pain and disability, as well as an early death. There’s nothing funny about a fat cat. And nearly half the felines in the United States are […]
May 08 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Health | No Comments »
By Nicholas H Tan
If you are new to owning a cat, you may be surprised to find that health problems are a common thing. No matter what breed of cat you own, health problems are to be expected. Some may be hereditary, while others can easily be prevented.
Worms
No matter what breed of cat […]
April 14 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Health | No Comments »
by ttilmo
The development of a kitten can be quite a rapid one with them going through many different stages within a matter of weeks from birth. By recognizing these stages, we as cat owners will be able to provide for their needs and help them forward in their physical and emotional growth.
Kittens are born […]
April 08 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | 1 Comment »
Have you ever witnessed a friend or neighbor distraught over the death of a pet? If you have never owned a pet, or considered having one, were you surprised to see someone crying? Actually, such a response is just as normal as when a close friend or loved one dies.
Here’s what you should know about […]
March 24 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Dog & Puppy and Fish and Hamster and Horses and Pet Health and Pet Love | No Comments »
More than likely you’ve heard about pet insurance, and this is actually a type of insurance that is not just for dogs. You can also purchase cat health insurance to keep your cat protected. As your cats begin to age, you never know what kind of physical problems they may have, from illnesses to injuries. […]
March 23 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Insurance | No Comments »
By Darlene L. Norris
Feline obesity is at an epidemic level in the United States. If your kitty is too heavy, she’s at risk for many serious health problems and probably an early death. Slimming down your cat isn’t easy. It’s better to prevent the problem in the first place.
It’s important for us […]
March 22 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Food & Nutrition and Pet Health | No Comments »
Moving home is a stressful time for everyone including your cat. Just imagine how frightened you would be, when your whole world slowly disappears into boxes and then you suddenly find yourself in a strange place, with strange smells and you have no idea why. Well this must be how a cat feels when their […]
March 20 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | No Comments »
by D. Marie Ratliff
For millions of families, the celebration of Easter includes Easter baskets filled with sweet treats galore — chocolate bunnies, marshmallow chicks, sugary jelly beans and snack-size versions of nearly every candy product imaginable.
As parents, we often warn our children “Now don’t eat too much or you’ll make yourself sick.” At worst, a […]
March 15 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Food & Nutrition and Pet Health and Pet Safety | No Comments »
By Kathrynn Kelley
Cats are relatively easy to toilet train - most of the time. However, there is always the exception to the rule, the little kitty rebel who refuses to conform to the structure of society, albeit it is a severely limited society consisting of you, the rest of the family, other pets and the […]
March 12 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Training | 1 Comment »
We all age. When our pets do, we often feel helpless to aid our beloved animal companions. But there are things we can do to make the passing of time kinder on the pets that have done so much for us.
March 07 2008 | Aging Pet and Cat & Kitten and Dog & Puppy | No Comments »
If you’ve ever experienced the pain and guilt, even momentarily, of a pet being lost, then you’ve probably considered becoming a “chipper”-a “Microchipper”, that is. For the purpose of our definition, and since we made up the term, “Microchippers” are pet owners who deem that collars are too easy to lose, while tattoos are too […]
February 28 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Dog & Puppy and Pet Safety | No Comments »
