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7 Things You Should Consider Before Buying a Kitten

admin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:08:06 +0000

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!
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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.
Which brings us to number 3 – your kitten will, before long, become a cat that has definite opinions on what it likes and dislikes. Be prepared for your feline to adopt many of your items as his own.
For all of your friends and family that have ill-feelings about felines to those that are desperatly allergic to them, count on your kitty to fall in love with them – it’s inevitable.
Cats have a well-deserved reputation of being difficult to train – and they are compared with other animals like dogs by and large. However, that doesn’t mean that they can’t be trained – trained to use the litter box, for example. Some industrious cat-owners have even been able to train their beloved furballs to use the toilet! But be prepared for some work ahead.
Your small, little kitten will grow, and grow quickly. It seems to happen almost overnight. As they grow older, the can become more territorial – be prepared for some battles – like over your favorite pillow.
Kittens are infectious – be prepared for them to quickly warm itself into your heart. But here comes the challenge…they are so cute, you will be tempted to get a 2nd or 3rd – be prepared because it happens a lot. Your single kitten household can turn into a two to three cat household very easily.

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admin — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:29:38 +0000

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Kitty Dental Care

admin — Sat, 23 Sep 2006 13:02:26 +0000

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From: jokerscorner.com

In our day and age, many veterinarians super-stress the importance of responsible dental care for your cats. They tell us that if a dental problem occurs and is left unchecked, it can lead to serious problems with your kitty’s liver, kidney heart and brain. Is this truth of fiction?

Did you know that 98% of cats with bad breath are suffering from severe plaque build-up. Kitty bad breath can also be evidence of unhealthy intestines. And did you know that the quality of your cat’s food can contribute to his breath-quality.

So what can I do?

Brush your cat’s teeth. If this is uncomfortable for you to do, then take Fluffy to a groomer or even to the vet – it’s that important.

What do I use for Toothpaste?

Whatever you do, don’t use Human toothpaste, which is NOT edible and can give your cat serious stomach problems. Ask your vet for what he recommends.

Here’s to your Kitty’s Dental Health.

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The Catnip Buzz (for your Cat)!

admin — Thu, 24 Aug 2006 11:49:11 +0000

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From: d21c.com

Cats sleep a lot, have you noticed it? It’s a natural part of being a cat, I’m convinced, because it’s a seemingly universal trait. And really, cats kind of move at their own pace, don’t they? However, should you give your sedate kitty a deep whiff of catnip, the party will come alive. Suddenly this sedate, dormant feline will ‘wake up’ and frolic and be as frisky as a kitten again.

Then…

Two to fifteen minutes pass by and your cat comes back down from the moon and returns to the same sedate cat you’ve come to love – the effects of the catnip totally gone.

So yes, the catnip can have an effect, but why do cats react to it that way?

Did you know that not all cats react to catnip? It’s true. About one third to half of all domestic cats are totally unaffected. In fact, the classic catnip ‘fever’ is inherited – a kitten with one parent who reacts and one that doesn’t has a 50 percent chance (one out of two) of reacting themselves. Cats that have both parents that react have a 75 percent chance (three out of four) to react to it themselves. Also, kittens younger than four months usually do not react to catnip – but do that really need it anyway And catnip has a lessened effect on older cats.

So what is the magic ingredient of catnip that drives the kitties wild? It’s a oil called napetalactone. However, researchers still don’t know why it causes cats to go nuts.

Did you know that even big cats – lions, leopards, cheetahs, pumas can also catch the catnip buzz. Interestingly enough, tigers seem to be immuned.

The catnip buzz seems to come more from topical exposure rather than from ingesting it. If you watch, most cats with catnip will sniff at it, rub up against it. Those that eat it can experience the opposite effect, which is act as a sedative instead as a stimulant.

So can this catnip high be dangerous for you feline friend? Catnip is chemically related to cannibis and effects typically last no more than 15 minutes. In fact, after about 15 minutes, most cats loose interest altogether. Interestingly, most cats will not react again for a minimum of an hour. Also, studies have shown that cats do no become dependant on the substance.

Not all cats react the same way to catnip. Typically, the response is increase friskiness and playfulness, but there are some cats that actually become more aggressive with its use.

So, in summary, catnip seems to be a safe, recreational drug for your kitty-cat.

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Responsible Cat Care

admin — Fri, 30 Jun 2006 10:51:28 +0000

Responsible Cat Care

From: hagen.let.rug.nl

When owning a cat, there are few things to consider, such as: living conditions, feeding, grooming and cleanliness.

Living Conditions

Cats are very adaptable – they can live indoors or outdoors.Â If you live in a city apartment, then your cat will most likely be an ‘indoor’ cat – although some apartment dwellers do like to take their favorite felines out for a walk from time to time (if this is the case, then make sure you use a good cat harness).

If you live on a farm (sort of the other extreme), then your cat may be an outdoor or barnyard cat exclusively. And guess what, they are happy either way. The big no-no for a cat is keeping it constantly locked up in a cage – this will drive the cat nuts for cats need freedom and mobility.

Feeding

Again, with a cat, you have great deal of flexibility here. You can have free-choice feedings, meaning, the food is constantly out and the cat can eat whenever it wants to. Or you can have scheduled feedings, where you set out a certain amount of food at a specified time. Of course, the free-choice method is easiest on the owner, but if your kitty has a weight problem, you may have to set down a schedule. Also, consider this, cats are natural hunters and by extension carnivores – they need to eat food that is high in protein. A vegetarian diet is a dangerous thing for a feline.Â Most cats will prefer canned food over dry, but dry food is better for their teeth. Some people like to alternate back and forth between canned and dry so their cats get the best of both worlds. In addition, try to avoid giving cows milk to ‘Fluffy’. You see, the cow’s milk protein size is too large for cats to digest and some won’t react well to it — you cat can suffer from diarrhea or other digestion problems like vomiting. Fresh, clean water is what cats need most.

Grooming

One of the best features about a cat is its ability to groom itself. Cat’s instinctively want to be clean and are constantly using that rough tongue of theirs to clean themselves from head to toe. In fact, when a cat stops cleaning itself, you might be concerned that he/she is sick or not feeling well. The long-haired cat breed owner may also have to spend some time brushing their kitty, just to keep Fluffy’s fur from getting all tangled. But remember, this is more of a cosmetic concern.

Cleanliness

Cats instinctively want to eliminate is relatively clean places. They also like to bury their waste, which is why they often dig in their litter box beforehand and then cover it up afterwards. Be good to your cat and change their litter boxes often. Clean your cat’s litter box frequently, at least once per week. Your cat will be happier for it and you will also enjoy a better smelling dwelling. One symptom that you are not cleaning your cat’s litter often enough is when you cat starts to eliminate in other places. You don’t want this because cat urine is extremely potent and will just hang around.

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