Have you ever come home from a long day's work to find that your cat has left a dead mouse or bird on your doorstep? Or maybe you've caught your cat staring into a corner for no obvious reason or attempting to "bury" his food bowl. Whatever the case, the conduct of cats is often odd and has left many a cat owner scratching his head and asking, "But why?"
Cats exhibit certain behaviors for good... Read more >
Many people think all domestic cats are the same. However, this simply isn't true. In fact, most registries recognize between 30 and 40 different cat breeds! Interestingly, breeders are always developing more breeds, with one or more being added each year, on average. From longhair to hairless cats, there's a cat out there to suit everyone.
The Concept of Cat Breeds
The concept of breeds began in the mid-19th... Read more >
Knowing how to care for your cat at each stage of its life is crucial to preventing him or her from having health problems. Similarly, understanding the unique care requirements for specific cat breeds can improve your cat's quality of life.Along with feeding and grooming, care for cats includes a host of other factors, including:
administering cat vaccinations
cat breeding
cat claw trimming
preventing... Read more >
Your cat will most likely experience health problems at some point in his life, even if you take every possible precaution. By being well informed about the potential illnesses that can befall your pet, you are more likely to know what to do if he does get sick.
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD)
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a general term associated with a syndrome of diseases... Read more >
Owning a cat is a unique experience that comes with its own rewards and challenges. While cats are independent and affectionate creatures, they also have specific medical and grooming needs that should be maintained to keep them in good health.Before getting a cat, ask yourself the following questions:
Am I prepared to pay for the necessary vaccinations and keep up the recommended vaccine schedule (including... Read more >
Most cat owners know that cats purr when they're happy and tend to meow when they are uncomfortable. However, other cat behaviors, such as kneading, are bizarre. While you may not comprehend why your cat displays unusual behavior, (s)he is likely expressing some emotion or need. As a result, understanding why your cat sometimes behaves mysteriously can help you improve his or her life.
Scaredy-Cats
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Are you and your cat about to hear the pitter patter of tiny paws? If so, these pointers can help you provide the best care for your pregnant cat.
How to Tell if Your Cat is Pregnant
Cats have an average gestation cycle of approximately two months. Early symptoms will include no heat cycle.
Belly bulge in cats will usually appear around week five, depending on the size of the... Read more >
morefocus recently asked people questions to see how well they know their cats. Over 4000 people sounded off, reporting on their cats' behaviors, personalities, and preferences. Seventy-six percent of respondents have extremely social cats that would tell their owners to feed, pet and play with them!
Oddly, most people's cats tend to act in either one of two opposite ways when their... Read more >