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12th July 2009
Urine marking in cats can be a very frustrating thing for people who have indoor cats as pets. Urine marking is most common in male cats that are not neutered, and then the next common feline to engage in urine marking is a neutered male cat.
Urine mar... Read >
Author: Michael H.29th June 2009
Urine-marking can be a troubling behaviour for cat owners and may indicate some hard-to-handle stresses in the cat's life. It is probably the most common form of inappropriate elimination and is the number one cause of surrender of cats to shelters.
Ther... Read >
Author: Thierry babineaux12th 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 Sabe10th 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 Simms09th March 2009
Although it is a matter of personal preference as to what type or breed of cat you choose for your family pet, there are some things that need to be considered when choosing the right cat for your family.
If you have a particular breed in mind be sure ... Read >
Author: Anne P. Jackson02nd 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 Rieger02nd 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 Rieger14th January 2009
If you're like me, you probably haven't thought too much about urinary crystals in cats. But if you have a cat who's prone to cat urinary problems, you need to know more about cat bladder crystals.
Why Are Feline Urinary Crystals Important?
Even th... Read >
Author: Darlene Norris08th January 2009
This is a scary thought. If your male cat has had FLUTD, or Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease, he's at risk for developing a cat urinary blockage. This life-threatening complication needs immediate veterinary care, as your cat can die within 36 hours i... Read >
Author: Darlene Norris08th 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 Norris03rd 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
Nothing smells worse than cat spray. Together with cat pee outside the litter box, cat spraying is one of the leading causes of cats being given away, abandoned or put down. Marriages have come under enormous strain, when one spouse puts down their foot t... Read >
Author: Calvin23rd 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 Bakhru16th August 2008
Owners of male cats face extra challenges as their tomcats often have additional behavior problems compared to female cats. The first of these is that they are more active and need to find the companionship of female cats. As a side-effect of this need, m... Read >
Author: Calvin21st July 2008
A new cat breed, Burmilla is thought to have originated in United Kingdom in the early nineteen eighties through accidental mating of a Burmese female with a Chinchilla male cat. The resulting kittens were so attractive and pleasant in temperament that a ... Read >
Author: Ailurophile18th June 2008
Some people feel that animal overpopulation is the province of people who love and care about animals. However, as a homeowner, you should be concerned about rising feral cat populations, even if you are not a cat lover yourself.
Feral cats can drive ... Read >
Author: Lisa Brodeur31st July 2007
If you happen to own a male cat then you may have come across the problem of spraying in the home. It is a particularly unpleasant problem and it can be extremely frustrating at times. So just how do you stop your cat from spraying in the home?
Underst... Read >
Author: Cat Training Expert01st 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: Ailurophile10th May 2007
The history of the Birman cat is steeped in mystery. According to legend, the people of Asia built a temple to worship a golden goddess with sapphire-blue eyes. A priest often knelt in meditation with a white temple cat. One night the temple was attacked ... Read >
Author: Robert Benjamin02nd February 2007
You will be forced to have a litter box in your home if you own a cat. There’s a good chance that you have somewhere out of the way to keep it, and it may not bother you very much if your home is spacious. However, a cat litter box can be very annoying ... Read >
Author: Morgan Hamilton18th 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 McGregor05th August 2006
Pets have been kept by people of all ages around the world for thousands of years. The most common being dogs, cats, fish and birds along with other exotic and unusual pets such as mice, lizards, snakes, crabs and even monkeys. You can expect your pet to ... 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 Wiley09th September 2005
Pumpkin, The Halloween Cat
Copyright 2005, Michael LaRocca
The neighbor's car pulled into my driveway. She got out holding a stranger in her arms.
"I found this cat in my yard. Is he yours?"
"No."
"Oh. I thought he was."
"Well, he's not."
... Read >
Author: Michael LaRocca
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