Category: Cats

Some Useful Information About Cat Care For Kids And Older Owners Both

Posted by Robert Baker – June 5

Many children desperately want a pet. Sometimes parents will start them off with some fish, or perhaps a little rodent that can easily be kept and cared for in a cage. Having the child take full responsibility for these little animals can be a simple way of getting them familiar with the duties of responsible pet ownership. Cat Care, requires many of the same duties to be performed that are undertaken with smaller animals who are kept in cages.

Cats are notorious for being able to take care of themselves in ways that other domestic animals are not. They are able to hunt for food. They clean themselves regularly and most don’t crave the same kind of physical attention that pets, such as dogs, are known for demanding. However, just because they are capable of hunting for food, does not mean they should be left to fend for themselves and many long hair breeds still need to be brushed to keep the fur from becoming painfully matted.

Cats are pretty easy to litter box train. Most will instinctively go to the litter box on their own. All you have to do is show them where it is and perhaps rub their front in it and they will get the idea. Scratching may become a problem but if you provide your cat with a scratching post, this may be less of a problem. Some posts are made with cat-nip built in to attract them and keep their attention.

Food and water can be provided in bowls that you fill everyday or in automatic feeders and waterer’s. There are a variety of different cat foods you are able to buy from the store. Whatever kind of food you choose to feed, make sure the first ingredient is meat if you want the very best nutrition for your kitty.

You don’t have to go overboard buying toys and other entertainment materials. A box with holes cut in it can keep most cats happy for hours. A ball of tinfoil can also provide a great deal of action and fun to be had.

Along with food, water and playtime, cleaning out the litter box is something else that has to be done. Scooping it out daily is best and changing it completely every week is preferred to keep your kitty happy and healthy. No matter what your age, or the age of the child responsible for providing care, building a lasting friendship with your furry feline friend will probably come quite naturally.

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Got a New Cat? Here is How to Take Care of It

Posted by Robert Baker – June 4

You’ve just adopted a new kitty and you want everything to work out great. Here a some ideas to get you going:

1. Before picking up your new fuzzball have all the items you need already at home. The basics:

You need a litter box- get the best scoopable litter whether it be clay, wheat or corn.

Scooper- get a metal one so that it lasts a long time.

Food- get a premium food that does not have corn, wheat or soy. These are the #1 allergens in foods.

Cats need to be encouraged to drink. If you can afford a drinking fountain your cat will love you for it!

Bowls- buy metal or glass because plastic can cause kitty acne.

Grooming- depending on your cat’s hair you may need more grooming supplies than just a brush. Usually a tool with metal bristles work best. Plus it is a great time to get to know kitty better.

Toys- another great bonding experience. Whether young or old you can encourage your kitty to play.

Carrier- plastic carriers can be costly, but safety needs to be a priority. Carrying you new kitty out to the car or holding him on your lap can cause an accident. Your cat does not know you yet and can get nervous and jump out of your arms.

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2. Bringing kitty into the house: Whether you have other pets at home or not the best way to get your new friend acclimated is to give him his own room. Have all of his supplies set up in this room. Expect that the cat will spend the next week in this space getting used to the noises, smells and routine of his new home.

Spend time and share treat sand toys with him. Let him adjust to his new home at his own pace.

Do not expect him to be out and about right away. Just like people, cats can be shy or outgoing. Let him have time to be who he is.

3. Letting kitty into the entire house: Read up on introducing new animals into a multi-animal household on the Humane Society of the United States website.

Keep his room as a safe haven and let him go there anytime. Love, Love, Love. Give him praise and lots of TLC.

Let kitty decide how much attention or independence she needs. Accept her for who she is and begin building your life together.

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The Responsibility Of New Kitty Upbringing

Posted by Robert Baker – June 2

There is a huge responsibility of new kittens care and this must be taken seriously. Those who want to own a pet must realise that they have to look after them properly. The responsibility of caring for a new animal is huge and will take time and effort. It isn’t easy to look after a new cat and you need to be aware of this.

If you buy a long haired cat then you must be prepared to brush it regularly. Grooming a cat is important for their health and happiness. Cat’s are a good pet for people who are not at home as much. Dog’s require much more attention and need to be taken out for walks. However, cat’s still need attention and love, especially at first.

You can ask specialists for advice about raising a cat, but a lot of it will have to be learned by experience. Hands on experience is valuable when learning how to care for a kitty. You’ll need to be aware of their physical and psychological needs if you are going to give them the best start in life. At first, they will have to stay in the home, but eventually they can go outside.

It can often be chaotic when you first get your pet home because they will feel nervous. Getting them used to the home will take time and compassion. They will require a lot of love, but also rest at first. It’s important to let your pet rest a lot at first just like you would a baby.

It’s also important to make sure you can afford a new pet. It can be very expensive at first especially if you have never owned a pet before. There is the price of food, housing, toys, bedding, collars, vaccinations and veterinary charges.

It’s also important to look at your environment when considering what type of pet to buy. If you have young children in the home then it might not be wise to get a kitty or any animal, for that matter. Young children will pull a cat’s fur and try to get to the food. The kitty might scratch the youngster and cause harm to them.

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How To Consider That Cat Adoption Is For You

Posted by Robert Baker – June 1

Animals are a beautiful part of our lives. We play with them, love on them and think of them as part of our family. They show us unconditional love on a consistent basis and no matter what we do, they are there to greet us at the door every time. There are some things to think about before you can determine if you are ready for a cat adoption.

If you have time in your life to visit with an animal, nurture and love them this would be a good sign. Many people have animals that they love but do not provide the appropriate attention. Being available to them, just as a person would for their children is a necessity with raising a happy, healthy animal.

Take notice of your life and determine if you are home enough to spend with one. If your job takes you away on business, or you like to leave home for days on end, than this may not be a good time. Leaving them home alone for long periods of time is not fair to them and should be avoided at all costs.

Keep in mind that medical expenses come up from time to time and the money it will take to see a Vet. They need their yearly shots and anytime they are hurt or ill, they will need to be seen. This can sometimes become costly so if you think that you cannot financially handle it, maybe putting it off until you can would be a better idea.

Take into consideration if you have children in the house and how they may treat the them. If they are really young, they could be unintentionally rough. This could cause possible injury to either of them. Assessing this situation before you bring one home will help you make the best decision.

Making the decision to do a cat adoption should be made after much thought and consideration. If it is the right time and you can provide all the accommodations that an animal needs and meet the responsibilities that an owner has, you will find many years of happiness with them.

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Your Cat and Car Rides

Posted by Robert Baker – May 30

Traveling with your cat is never the high point in either your or their lives. Cats are such creatures of habit and most dislike a moving vehicle. As their pet guardian it is your responsibility to ensure any move across town or country will be a safe one for both of you.

Cats become very disoriented when they are I cars and many can get nauseated and start vomiting. Most will make a beeline for a safe place and that is usually under the seat or under your feet by the pedals. If you let you kitty free roam while driving you must be sure to place pillows or other barriers in the way of unsafe areas.

Kitty will likely make a dive for an enclosed place which would be under the seat or near the foot pedals. Not very safe. The rare cat can be left to free roam on a car ride. However, if you do have one of these fuzzballs be sure to block areas like the drivers foot pedals so they cannot interfere with the actual driving.

The best way to travel of course would be a cat carrier or kennel. You can even secure the carrier with a seat belt. For long drives the carrier should be very large. It is also important to get kitty used to the motion of driving. Taking her for some shorter trips around town will give you an idea of what she is like when traveling. If she does not adjust well it is time for a trip to the vet to discuss medications that will assist her with traveling. Be sure to book pet friendly hotels when you actually make your trip.

The metal crates that are used for dogs are an even better way to travel. They are large enough to fit all the essentials like food, water and a litterbox. Placing a favorite piece of cat furniture is also a comfort for kitty.

Most importantly is being sure you know where fuzzy is when you are exiting or entering the vehicle. Nothing will ruin the trip more than a kitty that gets loose.

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Cat Food- Wet, Dry or Raw?

Posted by Robert Baker – May 28

If you have made the healthy plunge to high quality cat food you still need to decide whether you think wet, dry or raw is the best. You can ask vets and chances are each one will give you a different answer. In reality, once you are feeding your carnivore a grain free diet the rest is just for your convenience.

Dry food is the easiest and quickest way to provide for your cat. Dry food can be left out so your cat can free feed all he wants. The only negative is that dry foods are, well, dry. They are dehydrated so do not provide moisture to your cat. You will need to encourage your cat to drink and the best way is to provide a drinking fountain.

Many people swear by wet food especially because of the high moisture content. It is also a great choice for chunky monkeys! The challenge with wet is that you have to be willing to feed twice a day and pulled up the food after 30 minutes or it can spoil. Through away any food left on the plate. The leftovers in then can can be refrigerated overnight. Your kitty will appreciate if you warm the cold leftovers up in the morning.

In recent years, raw diets have gained notoriety. The can be challenging because you either have to make your own or buy frozen. These diets contain raw meat, bones and veggies and nutritional supplements. There are however some negative things to consider regarding raw diets: * If you are making your own it is extremely challenging to find the correct balance of foods * Bacterial diseases like salmonella can be carried in raw meats and both cats and people are susceptible to those. * Parasites can lurk in raw meats * Bones can splinter causing medical issues

There are certain breeds of cats that can really benefit from a raw diet, like Bengals.

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Cat Condos And The Benefits They Offer Your Cat

Posted by Robert Baker – May 23

Anyone that owns a cat knows just how solitary these creatures are. Cats enjoy being loved and getting petted but then they want to curl up somewhere that they can be alone. Does your cat often sleep in cardboard boxes or paper bag? If so then your cat needs a cat condo. Cat condos are very beneficial to your pet.

Cat condos are a great place for your kitty to sleep but there are more benefits than just that. Your kitty will enjoy playing and scratching on the condo. The more popular condos are the ones with multiple sections. Your cat will play for hours in the many different compartments.

Cat owners know that cats enjoy clawing furniture. A cat condo will give your cat a place to scratch without ruining your furniture. Scratching is a normal behaviour for cats so instead of fussing at them for it, you should buy them something to scratch on. When a cat has a place to scratch then your furniture will be safe.

Cat condos are great because they serve multiple purposes. They are very durable and will last for quite a while. You want to be sure that you buy a condo that is well made and sturdy. You should also be sure that the material that covers the wood is safe because your kitty will be using that material to do her scratching.

You can also buy apartments that have toys attached. They have some of them that come with balls that hang from them. Your kitty will spend a lot of time in her new home and this will keep her from shedding on the furniture as much as she use to.

You can also find these little apartments in many colors so that you can find one that matches the room you will put it in. These apartments come in a lot of different styles that you and your kitty will just adore.

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Medical Coverage For Your Cat or Dog

Posted by Summer Jones – May 13

In the not too distant past, pet insurance was unheard of. No one even thought about it. Both humans and pets are very lucky because there have been many major advances in medical technology. This means there are treatments available today that weren’t possible just a few years ago. And, many people care for their animals as if they were really a part of the family. For these who would do anything and everything to ensure their pets health, pet insurance is key to saving as much as possible. If a family has limited financial resources, the existence of a pet insurance policy can literally mean the difference between getting treatment or losing the pet.

The media pays more attention to advances in science that further medical care for people, but during recent years, veterinary science has advanced a lot too. In fact, once a treatment for humans has been success for a period of time, it often finds its way into veterinary care. This even includes advanced treatments such as kidney transplants, and even radiation therapy.

In addition to a wide array of advanced treatment options, more and better diagnostic tests are available than ever before. While these measures do now catch potential problems and illnesses that would have before gone unnoticed, it also means that exam costs and the number of treatment procedures is going to increase drastically.

Because of this increased cost in pet care, individuals are enjoying having their pets for longer, healthier lives. However, they are also paying a lot more, causing many to consider pet insurance when it was not considered before. Some employers are even offering this as an optional benefit because of the popular demand.

Most pet insurance policies have deductibles and co pays just like human health insurance. You may also have to provide your pet’s health history before you can get a pet insurance policy. If your pet has ongoing health issues, like a chronic illness, it will probably be considered a pre-existing condition and won’t be covered under the policy.

The price of pet insurance will increase as your pet ages, simply because older pets tend to need more medical care. Most will not offer coverage for pets older that nine, and those that do are charge very steep additional fees. If your pet has a lot of health problems, you may wish to weigh out whether or not you should get coverage. In most cases, you would actually end up spending much more without the coverage.

When you choose to adopt a pet into your family, you are committing to taking care of him or her for their whole life. If you cannot afford to provide proper medical care for a pet, you should not own it.

In today’s world, you can get insurance for almost anything you can imagine. Pet insurance is used to cover your pets medical needs to help you save money on this necessary expense. Plus, when you have medical coverage for them, you can afford all the best medical care. When deciding what treatment options to pursue for your pet, the fear that you can’t afford it won’t be a factor. In the event of an unforeseen illness or injury, you won’t suddenly have to come up with a lot of money that you don’t have. Some policies go beyond veterinary care for illness and injury to offer coverage for preventative care, spay and neuter procedures and even theft of your animal.

In order to get the best price, you’ll want to do a pet insurance comparison. Then you can save money and keep the family pets safe at the same time.

The Nutritional Importance of Pet Food

Posted by Summer Reed – May 11

It is time, right now, that you start to pay close attention to the ingredient list on the pet foods that you buy at the store. This article is dedicated to that need and what you learn here will forever change your attitude about commercial pet food. We have already seen what happened last year on the pet food recall due to using contaminated melamine as a protein source.

There is a common misconception among pet owners that dry food can help in cleaning the teeth of their pet. Even though this belief is not completely untrue, it only helps in cleaning only the tips of your pet’s teeth. There are many reasons why dry food does not help in cleaning the teeth of your animal friend. The main reason why kibble does not help in cleaning their teeth is because most animals swallow the kibble whole and it does not touch their teeth. Even if your pet bit down the piece, they only use their pointed teeth to shatter their food. Also, dry food does not clean their teeth but could promote bacterial growth. Most dry foods contain carbohydrates that convert in sugar and can be harmful if they get lodged between their teeth.

Poor quality pet foods are common in grocery stores and pet supply stores. The low price tag may be tempting and seem like a bargain for what is often advertised as a “premium” product, but the items really contained in your pet’s food may be surprising.

There is also evidence that feeding cats grains will cause stress to the kidneys causing renal failure. There are also other kinds of carbohydrates in the ingredient list that have no value to a cat’s nutrition such as soy and potato. One has to ask the question why do they use this and the answer is cost. It is cheaper to add grain protein so the nutrition values look good on paper but have nothing to do with a proper diet for a carnivore.

Veterinary advice for a raw pet food diet is generally supported by the science. Science that seems to be pushed by the large pet food manufacturers. While the apparent evidence is hard to ignore, this form of diet has only grown in popularity despite the dire warnings. Raw food diet testimonials, forums and Blogs abound on the Internet espousing the benefits of a raw food diet; pet owners are seeing a tangible (and positive) difference in their furry friends. It seems to come down to science versus pet owners and this is where the confusion lays. Who do you believe? You must consider that there are both advantages and disadvantages and you will just have to make up your own mind.

It is important to note that while the available science is against it, many people still choose to feed their pets a raw food diet; it is a current hot trend. Some feel that the manufacturers themselves bias the “science” as they stand to lose considerable money from sales. This may be true, but then again it may not; at the very least there must be some truth present. Just because someone uses the science to market his or her own products, does not mean that the science is necessarily wrong or flawed. Because of this it is imperative that pet owners educate themselves and make their own informed decision on what is right for them and their pets.

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What Color Is Your Cat?

Posted by Robert Baker – May 7

It is time to amaze and astound your friends with fun knowledge about cats colors. Go to a rescue or cat lovers house and blow everyone’s mind with your info! When cats have kittens they are all different colors. In fact, cat colors do not develop completely until they are over a year. Some even develop over the course of a lifetime. Another bit of trivia: Female cats can have many male mates. As many as the number of kittens they birth!

A fun fact: Did you know that females can have several male partners and deliver a litter from as many dads as there are kittens.

There is no way to truly predict what color a cat will be. Even breeders that are breeding for color do not know what will me out. Cat actually come in only three colors. Everything else is a variation of those three. They are black, white and red.

The official names used by The International Cat Association (TICA) for each color combination are as followed…

Official Color Commonly Called Red Orange, rust, marmalade, yellow, ginger Blue Gray, grey Chocolate Brown Seal Brown Silver Grey or gray Black Tortie & White Calico Cream Buff

The patterns that you see have variations of types as well. These include:

Solid- cats that only have one color, no stripes of other marks are visible Tabby- this can be any variety of stripes on a cat. Even within this category are 4 more patterns! Tortoiseshell- torties are most commonly female cats. Any male born with this pattern will be sterile. Torties are a mixture of red and black coloring. They can be solid or tabby. Point- a cream or white coloring is usually on the entire torso. Deep color is seen on the face, paws and tail. These are usually some type of Oriental breed. With White- this is any of the above patterns with white added

Now you can share your trivia with your friends and share some info on any felines you know. Every single cat is unique in color- just like your fingerprint.

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