Although many people have cats, few know very much about cat illnesses. If you become informed about the common ailments that cats suffer, not only will you know what to look for and how to treat the illness, you will not suffer as much anxiety over the welfare of your pet. If you know how to recognize the symptoms of common cat illnesses, you can ensure that your pet receives treatment as soon as possible. This will reduce the severity of most … [Read more...] about Common Cat Diseases and Symptoms
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Common Questions About Cat Behavior
Cats behavior often seems like an unsolvable mystery. You may have heard things like, “You can’t train a cat” or “cats are the owners and we are the servants” or “cats rule and dogs drool” and the list goes on. How you interpret your cat behavior has a lot to do with understanding your cat and whether you’ll be able to bring consistent change to any behavior that are causing problems. Until you understand your cats behavior, you will be left with … [Read more...] about Common Questions About Cat Behavior
The Best Beds for Cats
Many pets just love to sleep for long time, cats definitely do and they just love to spend much time in their dream land. Some of them love to sleep in their owner’s lap, some love the carpet or rug and some cats love their own cat bed only. Why You Need A Bed for Pet Cat and Dog pet beds are pet beds that are designed to be used by either a dog or a cat. While many of these beds are quality products, it is often better to buy beds specifically made for … [Read more...] about The Best Beds for Cats
Best Automatic Water Fountain for Your Cat or Dog
The pet water fountain is device which is purposely designed to ensure that your pet (cat or dog) drinks fresh and clean water all the time. The shape, size, specifications and features of the pet water fountain brands in the market may differ but the purpose remains the same. The traditional pet water bowls harbor stagnant water and prone to breeding bacteria and algae which may be harmful to pets. Unsafe water supply can cause urinary tracts diseases … [Read more...] about Best Automatic Water Fountain for Your Cat or Dog
Types of Mange in Cats and How They Are Treated
Mange is a parasitic infestation and its different types are caused by different species of parasitic mites, some of which burrow into the skin while others do not. When humans are infected by these mites, which sometimes can happen when the sarcoptic mite is involved, the condition is not referred to as mange but as scabies. Types of Mange that Can Affect Cats There are several kinds of mange in cats, often labeled as feline mange. One of the more … [Read more...] about Types of Mange in Cats and How They Are Treated
Persian Cat Colors and Patterns
The Persian breed is the most popular breed of cat these days. Persian cats come in almost every color and pattern imaginable. There's a color for every person's taste. Persian Cat Colors and Pattern Divisions In CFA, the Persian is broken into 7 divisions based on color patterns. However, it is unfortunate that the Persian cat color's popularity is declining since 2004. Solid Color Division Silver and Golden Division Shaded and … [Read more...] about Persian Cat Colors and Patterns
Why You Need a Cat Scratching Post
Taking care of animals can be very rewarding, as it can offer you lots of satisfaction, and it can make life much more pleasant for you. Having a furry friend waiting for you at home after a hard day of work can be very uplifting, especially if you are the type of person who needs constant company and someone to cheer you up. Furthermore, cats are known for their ability to create a peaceful and relaxed ambiance, so enjoying the company of these … [Read more...] about Why You Need a Cat Scratching Post
An In-Depth Guide to Roundworms in Cats
It’s not very uncommon to find roundworms in cats, especially in kittens. When kittens have roundworm infestations, it is usually because the worms have been passed on to them by their mother prior to their birth or following their birth through their mother’s milk. Cats of any age can be infested with roundworms, as can dogs; but these parasites can be particularly hard on kittens. Kittens are much more vulnerable to the problems roundworms can cause … [Read more...] about An In-Depth Guide to Roundworms in Cats
How to Litter Train a Kitten
Most of new cat owners have the same question after the first day with their cutest kitten: How to Litter Train a Kitten? It is instinctual for a kitten to cover up their waste after they are done. It doesn’t matter if they are using a litter box, a sand box, or your potted plant; as long as they have something soft that can bury their waste they will use it. Chances are you would prefer them to use their litter box. Even outdoor cats, which tend do … [Read more...] about How to Litter Train a Kitten
Aggressive Cat Behavior
Cats are generally considered to be very independent animals. They can often safely be left to their own devices. However, it is also the case that they can provide their owners with a lot of love and affection. In order to have a good relationship with a pet cat is important to be able to understand cat body language, and to interpret cat behavior. Despite the fact that cats are independent they can also be very territorial about where they live. They … [Read more...] about Aggressive Cat Behavior
