Saturday, July 31, 2010

Some Common Cat Health Myths

June 14, 2010 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Information

As with everything, there are a number of myths surrounding cats and their health. If you want to make sure you are providing the best health care for your cat, it is important learn the difference between true health facts and the myths. If you are in any doubt, the best course of action is [...]

Declawing- Cat Torture; Why You Should NEVER Consider This!

September 26, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Problems

If you are considering having your cat declawed, I have only one word to say- DON’T! Many people are under the impression that the process of declawing involves only the removal of the cat’s claw, and is little more serious than having their claws trimmed. Some vets can actually give people this impression. In truth, [...]

Is Your Cat Sneezing Blood?

August 16, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Allergies, Cat Diseases, Cat Health

If you suddenly notice your cat is sneezing blood, your first reaction may be to panic- it can be quite distressing and frightening. However, it is likely that the cause is something quite simple. My sister’s cat started to sneeze blood one day and it was discovered that her cat had a long blade of [...]

How To Make Your Cat Adore You- Review

June 16, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Caring For Your Cat

I must admit, I was intrigued when I read the title of this e-book- How To Make Your Cat Adore You. It seemed a most unlikely title, and I just had to read it!

The Secrets Of Bonding With Your Cat

May 29, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Caring For Your Cat, Cat Training

There is no doubt that owning a cat can be a very rewarding and pleasurable experience. This article contains tips and hints to help you to get the best out of your relationship with your pet cat. First of all, remember that staring directly into a cat’s eyes can signal aggression to them. The first [...]

Should You Use A Cat Fence?

May 22, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Information

One of the main problems you may face when choosing a cat as a pet is the wish to keep her safe from harm, yet still allow her the freedom of the outdoors. Although cats love to be outside, this places her at risk from predators, cars, and even individuals who don’t have the same [...]

Cat Aggression; How To Deal With It

Cat aggression can be a serious problem, and you may need specialist help to resolve this. Cat aggression problems often originate from a traumatic experience in your cat’s life, such as being hurt by somebody or being badly treated. Aggressive cats can be dangerous, so attempting to resolve a chronic cat aggression problem often requires [...]

Why Does My Cat Knead?

January 26, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior

You may have noticed your cat making a kneading or ‘treading’ motion on surfaces she intends to settle on. Or she may be lying in your lap and start to knead your legs. Have you ever wondered why she does this? A cat kneads by extending the claws on her front paws, and alternatively digs [...]

Have You Seen Your Cat Eat Grass? Why Does She Do This!

January 19, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Health, Cat Problems

You have probably noticed your cat eating grass at some point, and have probably wondered why she does this. After all, cats are not vegetarian! You may have even started to panic a little, and worry that it might make her ill. However, eating grass is a natural part of your cat’s behavior. When a [...]

Cat Behavior- When It Becomes a Problem…

January 12, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Problems

Cat behavior is a very fascinating subject, but unfortunately many people only show an interest in it when they are experiencing problem behavior from their cat. This is a shame, as they are amazing little animals, and a constant source of joy. Who can stay downhearted for long at the sight of kittens playing, or [...]

Training A Cat- The One Thing You Must Never Do

January 8, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Problems, Cat Training

Training a cat can be very frustrating at times, and your patience can be sorely tried. Sometimes it may feel as though she is deliberately acting to annoy you, and you may feel tempted to smack her. However, one thing you must never do when training cats is to use any form of physical punishment. [...]

Cat Problem- Naughtiness or Illness?

January 6, 2009 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Problems

If you are experiencing problems with your cat, or her behavior, then it could be a case of simple misunderstanding between you both. If your cat is behaving badly, she could be trying to tell you something rather than just being naughty. You may see scratching furniture or walls etc as a behavior problem, but [...]

Cat Scratching- Save Your Furniture!

December 30, 2008 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Problems, Cat Training

Are you getting fed up of your cat constantly shredding your furniture? Does your settee look like something out of a reject store? (Mine certainly did!) Cat scratching must be one of the most annoying behavior traits of all. So- why do cats scratch? Unfortunately scratching is a perfectly normal behavior, and something which all [...]

Cat Not Eating- What To Do When She Won’t Eat

December 19, 2008 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Health, Cat Problems

Generally, cats tend to regulate their food intake very well, but some times their appetite can become very poor and they can refuse to eat. The most common cause could be a health related problem such as digestive tract disease, infection or tumor. If your cat loses her appetite for no apparent reason, a visit [...]

Cat Spraying- How Do I Stop It?

December 16, 2008 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Health, Cat Problems, Cat Training

If you have a problem with your cat spraying, there are several solutions you could try. For tom cats especially, the best way to stop them from spraying is to neuter them. Entire toms are far more likely to spray than castrated toms. If you would really prefer not to do this, then you must [...]

Cat Spraying- Why Do They Spray?

December 13, 2008 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Problems, Cat Training

One of the most frustrating problems for any cat owner is the problem of their cat spraying or marking. There is nothing worse than coming home and realizing that your cat has sprayed in the house yet again- the smell is very difficult to get rid of, and not to mention the damage done to [...]

Cat Biting- Why They Bite and How to Stop It

December 6, 2008 by lucky  
Filed under Cat Behavior, Cat Problems

Why is it that your cat suddenly bites you for seemingly no reason? Or is quite happy being petted and then suddenly sinks her teeth into your hand? Those teeth can be needle sharp! So- why does she bite you, and what can you do about it? Cats often bite as a form of play. [...]