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17th August 2009
Pet Basics
There are more than seventy one million pet owners in the United States, that comes to about sixty three percent of all households. Over half of the pet owners in this country have more than one animal, the two most popular pets are dogs, an... Read >
Author: dlyudko03rd June 2009
There are many ways that we age that are similar to cats. Depending on our lifestyle, exercise level and over all heath, some tend to age very gracefully while others are crippled and decrepit long before they mature. Our feline counterparts are very muc... Read >
Author: T Foote10th March 2009
Whether you are someone who believes in vaccinations or not, they are extremely important to the health and well being of your cat. Just as with humans, there are certain viruses that can attack a cat's system if they are not properly protected. Even if y... Read >
Author: Joshua Simms10th March 2009
Cats can be great pets for people who are looking for an animal, but want one that is a little more independent. There are of course many other considerations to take into account before rushing out and buying your cat based on a picture or vague descript... Read >
Author: Joshua Simms02nd March 2009
As a cat owner you must recognize the signs of a cat urinary tract blockage such as your cat straining to urinate, bloody urine or your cat not urinating. If your cat is a male, he is at risk for the very life-threatening complications of a cat urinary tr... Read >
Author: Kate Rieger23rd February 2009
Children and cats' companionship is not only possible but also preferable. A cat can play a role of an aid for a child who has already learnt to walk. The child can take care of the pet, feeding it, brushing and generally looking after. This is way childr... Read >
Author: TravisOl20th January 2009
The Tail
A cat's tail can act as a very good indicator of her moods and feelings. A happy, relaxed cat will hold her tail straight up; the higher the tail, generally speaking, the happier the cat. She will come to greet her owner or feline companion wi... Read >
Author: Steph Cooke15th December 2008
Animal rescued organizations or groups propose you a great place to get your next family pet. These groups are all different, but they do have general goals. These groups work hard to locate a lasting loving home for unwelcome or misplaced cats and dogs. ... Read >
Author: Jason Richards03rd December 2008
When it comes to owning a cat there are many obstacle and questions that you have to overcome. One of the biggest problems that people have is deciding whether or not they should be indoor or outdoor cats.
Many people will make arguments on this subjec... Read >
Author: nlwest2104th 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 Canova04th 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 Canova30th October 2008
Because of their mysterious nature, many myths and old wives' tales circulate about cats. Here are a few of the more common ones and the facts behind the fiction.
Myth 1: A spayed or neutered cat will become fat and lazy. Not true! A cat's weight gain ... Read >
Author: Paul Kramer23rd 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 Bakhru04th September 2008
Animal rescue organizations or groups offer you a great place to get your next family pet. These groups are all different, but they do have common goals. These groups work hard to locate a permanent loving home for unwanted or misplaced cats and dogs. Man... Read >
Author: Jay Schindler 14th August 2008
When considering the birth rates among animals, it's not hard to understand why animal shelters are always filled with animals waiting to be adopted. Shockingly, it has been calculated that over a seven year period, one female cat and her offspring will ... Read >
Author: Paul Easton21st July 2008
Selkirk Rex is a feline breed that is quite unique in its appearance. It is not slight in its physique like other Rex cats nor is its fur sparse and short. Instead Selkirk Rex is a well built animal with a very soft and long fur. The coat rather resembles... Read >
Author: Ailurophile21st July 2008
Scottish Fold is a cat breed that is made remarkable by its unique ears. As the name suggests the ears of the cat are folded forward and downward. In earlier cats there was only one fold, however, newer members of the breed often have two to three creases... Read >
Author: Ailurophile09th 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 Marks02nd June 2008
When considering the birth rates among animals, easy to understand why animal shelters are always filled with animals waiting to be adopted. Shockingly, it has been said that over a seven year period, one female cat and her offspring will produce over 400... Read >
Author: Paul Easton10th 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: Mapple13th 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: Ailurophile27th March 2007
Cat Make Up: A New Cat Every Month
We all appreciate that cats are the animal kingdom’s most graceful and beautiful creatures. I’ve got a great new idea for dressing up our cats. Well it’s not entirely my idea. In fact I saw a Google video on the... Read >
Author: Michael Haydon18th 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 Ryan06th 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 McGregor13th March 2006
Do you ever feel like you know just enough about dog adoption to be dangerous? Let's see if we can fill in some of the gaps with the latest info from dog adoption experts.
When considering the birth rates among animals, it's not hard to understand why... Read >
Author: Masni Rizal Mansor20th 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 Chamberlain
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