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22nd September 2009
You may not realize this but cats can suffer from acne as well as humans, and feline acne is actually fairly common. It is caused when the hair follicles become blocked and debris accumulates, causing spots resembling blackheads to develop. These are foun... Read >
Author: Steph Cooke25th August 2009
The question of whether it is a good idea to neuter cats or not is a debate that has been raging for years. Most animal charities are pro-neutering and it is recommended by the majority of vets too. However, some pet owners are not keen on the idea and th... Read >
Author: Neven Zeremski06th July 2009
Hyperthyroidism is one of the most common disorders of the endocrine (hormone) gland that affects a huge population of cats. It can severely affect pet health and needs to be taken care of before it causes severe pet health problems.
The thyroid gland ... Read >
Author: Thierry babineaux17th April 2009
There is more to cats than the cuddly and amiable pets who rumble on one corner of the house. At time, they can be a perils to housekeeping too. Scratches in furniture, busted jumble, and ruined stockings are just a few stuff the misbehaving cats can do.
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Author: Joshua Simms26th March 2009
Cat urinary tract health care remains one of the top challenges facing caring cat owners. Be on the lookout for the symptoms cats show when they have poor cat urinary tract health or other feline urinary tract disorder(FLUTD). You also have simple, natura... Read >
Author: Kate Rieger25th March 2009
Cats are an excellent pet to have. They have the power to play with themselves instead of whining at the doorway all day until you get home. can even take care of themselves. All you need to do is clean their litter box and replenish their food.
But ... Read >
Author: nlwest2112th March 2009
If you have a household with multiple cats, you know that cat fights do happen. Even if you cats generally get along, at times, they can still fight. While humans may not completely understand why their kitties are fighting, cats have their reasons for fi... Read >
Author: June Sabe02nd March 2009
Often feline UTI, or feline urinary tract infection, is mistaken as a behavioral problem with your cat. If you find your cat is urinating in odd places, or missing her litter box, she may be suffering from a cat UTI. Here are some tips for spotting this c... Read >
Author: Kate Rieger08th January 2009
Just imagine if your feline friend developed a cat urinary blockage. This condition is a serious complication of feline lower urinary tract disease, also known as FLUTD. It's often caused by cat bladder stones blocking the urethra so your male cat can't... Read >
Author: Darlene Norris29th December 2008
Do you love seeing your cat look fabulous? If so, you should definitely get your pet some excellent cat clothes. Wondering whether cats can wear clothes? Yes, that’s true, not only the pooches, but also now cats can get dressed up. However, unlike the p... Read >
Author: Jenny Gregorich04th November 2008
Cat spraying is more prevalent among male cats than it is among female cats. Non-neutered cats are more likely to spray than are neutered cats. If you should find your cat spraying you will need to address this situation early as possible, it will surely ... Read >
Author: Doris Canova23rd October 2008
Whenever we are sick, we get in our car and go to the doctor to find out what is wrong and what medicine we can take to make us feel better. We come home and dose ourselves with our prescribed medication and go to sleep. When encountering a cat health pro... Read >
Author: Krishan Bakhru23rd October 2008
Feline lower urinary tract disease is a common illness among the feline community when discussing cat urinary health issues. This disease can affect both male and female cats and is treatable and manageable throughout your cat's lifetime if diagnosed earl... Read >
Author: Krishan Bakhru12th September 2008
There is more to cats than the cuddly and lovable pets who purr on one corner of the house. At times, they can be a menace to housekeeping too. Scratches in furniture, broken ornaments, and ruined stockings are just a few things that misbehaving cats can ... Read >
Author: Jay Schindler 14th August 2008
If you have Cat Allergy then you suffer from Allergies Type 1, also called Contact Allergies. If your skin comes into contact with cat dander or cat hair you immune system produces a violent reaction in an effort to eliminate something it considers harmf... Read >
Author: David Cowley09th July 2008
Imagine some sophisticated hunting machine and individuals will surely think of their beloved cats. Cats are natural hunters and they possess all the physical tools, and proficiencies, required to chase the prey. They have adequate speed, athleticism, fle... Read >
Author: Martin Marks10th March 2008
My kitty is a rescue animal who is afraid of her own shadow. I suspected she was unspayed, but as she was a poster kitty for post traumatic stress syndrome, the timing was not right to subject her to the further stress of an operation and stay in a strang... Read >
Author: Mapple20th September 2007
Cats, like any other animals will suffer from common diseases and illnesses. Many of them are not life threatening and can be cure easily by your local veterinarian. On the other hand, there are also diseases that are terminal and most often fatal.On the ... Read >
Author: Moses Wright13th August 2007
A cat reaches reproductive maturity between five and nine months of age, or upon the time they reach 4.5 to 7.0 pounds in weight. It is possible for domestic longhaired and shorthaired cats, as well as feral cats, may reach sexual maturity faster than pu... Read >
Author: D Beart01st July 2007
We all know by now the outcome of allowing uncontrolled breeding of cats (ferals...remember!). But apart from that sterilization of cats has several important benefits. And unless you are a serious breeder, I do suggest you consider the following:
Male... Read >
Author: Ailurophile18th December 2006
Since the risks are very low, most common answer to the question 'Should I spay or neuter my cat?,' is 'Yes.' Unless you have a purebred cat you intend on using for breeding purposes, the reasons for spaying or neutering far outweigh any grounds for not.... Read >
Author: Matt Ryan14th November 2006
The Ragdoll cat breed goes back to the 1960’s in California. It is very popular for the relaxation skills the cats in this category are capable of. The Ragdoll cat is able to completely relax, which allows people to handle them in almost any possible wa... Read >
Author: Dalvin Rumsey06th August 2006
Before you decide you want a cat or even before you buy a cat take a good look at the other pet information on the internet. You may change your mind and discover that a different pet would better suit your lifestyle. If you have read about other pets and... Read >
Author: Andrew McGregor02nd August 2006
I am convinced my cat is allergic to me. If I was spending money on him, that was OK. If I was feeding him, that was OK, if I was making him comfy and tickling him under his chin, that was OK but if I expected him to show me any affection he had this alle... Read >
Author: Ric Wiley20th November 2005
Every year, many cat owners decide to get their cat spayed or neutered.This decision is made for several different reasons, all of which illustrate why it is such a good idea.
The many problems caused by un-spayed or un-neutered pets each year are part... Read >
Author: Larry Chamberlain11th November 2005
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 year, and kitten... Read >
Author: Ron King09th November 2005
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 problems. C... Read >
Author: Ron King
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