Your Kitty Needs a Cat Bed – Find Out Why Posted By : Annie Clark August 20, 2009
Posted by admin in : Cat Health , add a commentIf you don’t get a cat bed for your feline, you will likely not be happy with where your pet chooses to sleep. Find out why you should get your kitty a special sleeping spot.
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5 Things to Consider before Kitten Adoption Posted By : Adopt-3 A-Pet.com3
Posted by admin in : Cat Health , add a commentBefore you adopt a kitten review these 5 essential tips on kitten adoption. Are you longing for an adorable little kitten? Read these important tips before you adopt and get ready for years of kitty love!
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Things to Remember in Taking Care Of Your Cats Teeth Posted By : Danial mark
Posted by admin in : Cat Health , add a commentJust like us, our pet cats also needs proper dental care, for as they grow older is when they will experience dental problems. This is when they will most likely to experience broken teeth, inflamed gums, periodontal disease and cavities. Listed below are a few of the many things to remember in taking care of your pet cats teeth.
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Top Reasons Why Your Cat Isnt Using Their Litter Box
Posted by admin in : Cat Health , add a commentUnfortunately the primary reason that cats are given away or abandoned is because they stop using their litter box. What is worse is that most of the time there is some root problem that is easily solved if the pet owner would take the time to figure out why they are doing this…[...]
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Are You Getting Ready To Travel With Your Cat? August 9, 2009
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photo credit: rain.zukoPosted By : Judy Jantzen
Are you getting ready to travel with your cat. Here are some tips on preplanning and how to travel with your cat safely and enjoyably.
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Funny Cat Picture August 6, 2009
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Great picture from “Stuff On My Cats” blog. See http://www.stuffonmycat.com/! It’s fun.
Maine Coon Cat…Secrets Most Breeders Won’t Tell You July 31, 2009
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Maine Coon Cat…Secrets Most Breeders Won’t Tell You
Author: Avery Mann
More Than 200 Years Of Evolution
This cat is a big cat lover’s cat. Although hugely popular outside of the state, these beautiful long-haired cats did actually originate in Maine. The seaports of the Colonies were breeding ground for rats, and thus attracted heavy bodied and powerful short haired cats, that had come from European countries such as France and England. Back than cats were used for rat control on any ship crossing the Atlantic, and than most of them simply let loose. It was during the formative years that our new country began to see ships from the Baltic and Scandinavian areas, bringing with them, their own breed of cats. Though smaller, these cats had something that let them adapt to the harsh climate of the central seaboard states, they had unbelievable long hair. The current residence had no problem crossbreeding with these cats, and so began the evolution of the uniquely American breed, known as the Maine Coon Cat.
For anyone who owns one, they are primarily known as a big cuddly, sweet, and an intelligent companion. Their evolution can be explained like that of any other pioneer. The thick weeds and bush of the New England countryside no doubt had something to do with its long, deep chested, rectangular body. Being able to fight the local carnivores, explains their incredible mass and strength. If you are just starting to consider them as a pet, the first thing you will notice is the 7-8 diameter furry tail, known as a brush. For those of you that are considering one for the first time you should know this. Although they have the look of a Persian, the Coon has no exotic wild-species bloodlines in them, and are at least 3-4 times the size of one. If there are young children you must also be made aware of the cat’s long “saber-tooth” like teeth. Remember, though the modern Maine Coon is sweet and cuddly, its roots are still that of a hunter. With all that said, despite its size and strength the Maine Coon is for the most part friendly, playful, and good with children.
A Gentle Giant
Guinness World Record Holder
As I have stated, the Maine Coon is one of the largest breeds of domestic cats. In 2006 a purebred named Leo was awarded “Longest Cat,” measuring 48 in(129cm) in length, from the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail. Incidentally, he weighed 35 lb. or
(16 kg). Although his age is not stated, he would have been at least three or four, because the Coon doesn’t normally reach his full potential size until then. Before you get too excited, that by no means is anywhere near the normal size of a Maine Coon. On the average the male will weigh between 13 and 18 lbs. ( 5.9 and 8.2 kg) with females weighing between 8 and 12 lb. (3.6 and 5.4 kg). The height of the adult will also vary, 10 and 16 in (25 and 41 cm),
and length, including the tail, which can reach lengths of up to 14 in (36 cm), up to 40 in (100cm).
Can the Maine Coon Be Trained?
Intelligent But Stubborn
For anyone considering a Coon, or if you just recently acquired one, or you have one that is completely running the show, the answer is yes. If not controlled, it will turn your furniture into scratching posts, jump up wherever it chooses, and be so aggressive as to keeping friends and visitors away. Not to mention biting and clawing, to name just a few problems you’ll have if not properly trained.
There are all sorts of places you can go for help. If you are looking into professional breeders and trainers, make sure that they specialize in the Maine Coon. There are of course all sorts of Forums on the web that might be able to give you some guidance. In my research I came across someone that took a full-grown Coon and trained it. Boy, wouldn’t you like to have her help? Well, she has made her information available, and whether you are new to the breed or a seasoned veteran you will discover something new so that you can appreciate and live a great life with your wonderful cat. Of course I can’t go into everything that she will be able to help you with, but if you want to learn more about The Secrets of the Maine Coon, including a year of personal e-mail help, please go to: my RecomMANNdations
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At 57, I consider myself to be a Jack Of All Trades And Master Of Nothing. I was a struggling actor for 25 years. During that time I learned a little about a lot of things, and would like to pass along some of that knowledge. I live in California with my beautiful wife and a menagerie of pets.
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How to Give a Kitten a Bath July 30, 2009
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Cats are generally considered to be very clean animals. The amount of time they spend grooming themselves seems to attest to this, but what is not commonly known is that many of the allergens that trigger reactions in people that are allergic to cats are contained in the saliva. Those allergens build up in the kitten’s fur over time and periodically need to be cleaned out. Unfortunately, giving a kitten a bath can be a difficult and painful process, and will frequently result in trauma for the kitten and many painful scratches for the person. This does not need to be the case, and there are several things that you can do to make the experience a more pleasant one for everyone involved.
The first thing to keep in mind is to not bathe the kitten until it has been weaned from its mother. The bathing process can change the kitten’s scent and cause its mother to reject it. Otherwise, the procedure is very straightforward.
Place a rubber bath mat in the sink. This is done not only to keep the kitten from slipping, but also to help you hold the kitten in place if it gets upset.
Clip the kitten’s claws ahead of time. This will help prevent future injury to you should the bath take a wrong turn.
Add two to three inches of barely warm water to the sink. Do not add any shampoo.
Slowly lower the kitten into the water. Hold it by the scruff of the neck so it doesn’t slip and can’t run away. This is the same way a mother cat would hold it when she wants it to stay put.
Gently moisten the kitten’s body by scooping up water in a small cup and pouring it onto them. Be sure to not get any on the kitten’s head, especially in its eyes or ears.
Massage a small amount of baby shampoo or flea shampoo into the kitten’s fur. It won’t take more than about half a teaspoon or so. If you aren’t sure what kind of shampoo is best, talk to your veterinarian.
Scoop up some water and pour it over the kitten’s body to gently rinse away the shampoo. As before, be careful to not pour any on the kitten’s head, making sure to not get any in the kitten’s eyes or ears.
Be sure to dry the kitten very thoroughly with a soft towel. Kittens can chill very easily, and immune systems are not up to fighting off illness. Either keep them in a warm environment until they are dry, or, if their temperament will allow it, dry them off using a blow dryer.
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Cat Management July 14, 2009
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Ordinance authorizes feral cat management – Delta County Independent photo credit: Serendigity
The Money TimesOrdinance authorizes feral cat managementDelta County IndependentThe ordinance authorizes feral cat colony management by volunteers who are registered with the police department. A feral cat is defined as an …cats and coyotes don’t mixExaminer.comLet Them Eat catFly Rod %26 Reel MagazineStudy: Outdoor cats easy prey for coyotesThe Money Timesall 15 news articles »
cat advocacy July 9, 2009
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Many animals removed from feces-filled home – Deseret News
Many animals removed from feces-filled homeDeseret News”It’s really sad,” said Anne Davis, executive director of the Animal advocacy Alliance of Utah. “I don’t know how he’s survived in this situation because …Authorities seize animals from Millcreek homeKSL-TVall 8 news articles »
