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I'm so Happy, I can't stand it!

Talk about a red-hot topic. Is pet health insurance necessary? Is it very helpful? Firstly, one of the things you need to know (especially if you are a first time pet owner), is when it comes to the costs of veterinary services, they can be very expensive. But, don't run out and buy that policy just yet…

Your first step is to shop around. Do some research on the internet – visit various veterinary clinics and collect the various brochures that they have on display. You are going to need to commit to sitting down for a couple of hours to study this issue and take some notes which allows you to compare the benefits of each prospective plan. Also pay attention to those items that a company is NOT covering – things like chronic conditions (allergies, asthma, diabetes, etc.).  Read more... (298 words, 1 image, estimated 1:12 mins reading time)

Hey, who's the small fry?

There is a definite transition time period when bringing your new little furball home for the first time.  It is important to realize that a kitten, like a young child is curious and wants nothing more than to test the boundries of its existence (climbing up the drapes, up your leg, etc.).  It's all about expectation alignment, ultimately – know that this is the way it is.  The way that you can save your sanity during this 'young' time is to adequately prepare.  How?  By creating a Kitten Safe Zone – a space, an area where kitty can roam and explore without seriously damaging itself and your stuff.  Read more... (417 words, 1 image, estimated 1:40 mins reading time)

1. Kittens are not unlike growing babies.  They begin their little lives so small and pretty soon, they are lying in your arms, as cute as can be – at total peace with the world.  And, before you know it, they enter that kitty-toddler phase – running up and down your favorite drapery and crawling like moles under your throw rugs!
   

   I'm trying to get a little rest here!

2. Kittens can be fussy eaters.  Even the tiniest kitten can/will spit out anything it doesn't think is the best available.  And by the way, 'best' is subjectively defined by each kitten – less to do with brands or expensive cost and more to do with what each kitten likes or dislikes – which takes a little experimentation to learn.
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A Hard Day's Night

From: bengalkitties.com

In last post, we talked about the advantages and disadvantages of toilet training your cat.  Today, we are going to get a little more concrete and detail the logical progression of steps.

You will notice that there is a logical progression from one step to the next.  The key to this whole process is patience, patience, patience.  You need to watch your cat and observe any 'discomfort' from moving too quickly. 

Step 1
So that your Cat will start to associate his/her litter box with the toilet, you want to gradually inch the litter box toward the toilet until is right next to it.  Remember to do this slowly or it could disorient your cat, having its litter box moved too often and to quickly.   Read more... (591 words, 1 image, estimated 2:22 mins reading time)

Can you toilet train your cat? (Part 1)

 

"There's nothing like snuggling up to a good friend!"
From: d21c.com

Is it possible to toilet train your favorite feline?  Maybe yes, maybe no.  Much of it depends on temperament and personality of your cat.  And much if it depends on your willingness to go through the process.

There are many advantages to toilet training your cat, the largest of which it eliminates the need for a litter box.  Cat litter is not cheap and if you change it often enough, it can really add up to big bucks.  There are also health reasons to get rid of the litter box, especially for pregnant women (see my article on the Toxoplasma Gondii Parasite).  Another benefit is the ease of someone else to watch your cat while your gone – no litter boxes to lug around.  Just explain to your friend that they need to leave the bathroom door open so that Kitty can get in and make sure that they flush semi-regularly – that's it.  Read more... (262 words, 2 images, estimated 1:03 mins reading time)