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How to Make a Cheap Cat Toy That Kitty will Love

By JesaLynn

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Tired of buying those expensive cat toys that are chased once and then forgotten behind the furniture? Or perhaps your wild kitty tears them up in one day as mine does. Well last night I discovered a new "cat toy" that my furry pals ... more »

How to Make a Pet's Halloween Costume Safe

By Melissa Maroff

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Should you dress your dog or cat up for Halloween? Probably not. I know your dog would look cool as Batman or your cat as Tony the Tiger, but your pet may not think it’s so cool. Now if I can't talk you out of it and your pet doesn't “seem to ... more »

How to Make Organic Citrus-Based Flea Spray

By virtualibrarian

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If you've ever had a flea infestation, you know it can be a miserable experience for everyone in the household, people and pets alike. But what can you do to get rid of fleas when all of those nasty flea-killing chemicals on the market can make ... more »

How to Pick the Right Kitten

By MrCHUCK mrchuck999.blogspot.com

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Picking the right kitten, especially for 1st time cat owners, can be overwhelming and fraught with mistakes. Learn how to go home with the perfect cat for you and your family... more »

How to Pill a Cat

By Ursula Coffey

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We love our pets, and when they get sick, we want the best for them. But, being the ignorant little creatures they are, even the most gentle cat can become dangerous when panicky or insulted. Over the years, I've developed a nearly foolproof ... more »

How to Protect Dogs and Cats From Household Dangers

By eHow Pets Editor

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Accidents such as falling, being dropped or crushed, or ingesting a foreign body are the leading causes of injury for dogs and cats in the home. Here are some simple precautions... more »

How to Protect Your Cat From The Vacuum Cleaner!

By w1z111

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What is it about some cats who seem petrified of vacuum cleaners? Then there are other cats who love to have their fur vacuumed. What's up with that? I guess it is all about individuality. Cats, just like humans and most other animals, have ... more »

How to Protect Your Pet From Fleas

By eHow Pets Editor

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A single female flea can lay up to 700 eggs in her lifetime. If you don't want to see your pet turn into an open breeding ground, then follow these steps to ensure protection... more »

How to put on soft paw nail tips

By Deanna H

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This can be easy or hard depending on the cat. This tip sheet should make it less painful though.. more »

How to Recognize and Treat a Hyperthyroid Cat

By mjpolitis

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One of the most common things that go wrong in aging cats is excess production of thyroid hormone. In general, thyroid hormone 'ups the octane' on all of the body systems, but at the cost of breaking down the engine. Thus, if thyroid disease in ... more »

How to Recognize and Treat Abscesses in Cats

By mjpolitis

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Cats can be very friendly creatures to us, but are often not so cordial with other felines, or other animals in the wild world outside the house. Cats commonly get into fights with other animals, which results in them getting wounds which fester ... more »

How to Stop a Cat From Chewing

By Melissa Maroff

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Sometimes cats enjoy chewing more than just their food. Destructive chewing may be due to teething in kittens, exploration, boredom, and perhaps even a vitamin deficiency. Unfortunately, this type of chewing can be hazardous to your cat as well ... more »

How to Treat Colitis in Cats

By Melissa Maroff

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Colitis is an inflammation of the colon (large intestine). The usual signs of colitis in cats can range from intermittent constipation to long-term diarrhea. Colitis in cats may be brought on by various factors such as stress, bacteria, ... more »

How to Treat Plant Poisoning in Pets

By eHow Pets Editor

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The toxic effects from plants depend on the amount, type and part of the plant eaten. If you suspect poisoning or catch your pet chowing down on the azaleas, here's what you need to do... more »

How to Understand Why Your Cat is Urinating Outside of the Litter Box

By mbatmra2

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As a pet foster caregiver for a non-profit animal rescue organization, I have come across this problem multiple times. The first thing you need to figure out is WHY before we work on the HOW. There are three reasons WHY your cat may not be ... more »

How to bath an unwilling cat (the clawing biting kind)

By Skathock

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On occasion even the cleanest cats need an extra hand. Despite the fact that they don't agree and will fight tooth and nail to escape the inevitable... more »

How to Brush Your Pet's Teeth

By MettlerPR

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A step-by-step guide on how to brush your dog's or cat's teeth. To view a free video demonstrating proper brushing techniques, please visit the Keep It Clean Web site at www.keepitcleanusa.com... more »

How to Care for a Persian

By eHow Pets Editor

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The most difficult part about caring for your Persian cat will be - surprise - keeping the knots out of that gloriously long coat... more »

How to care for a pregnant cat

By Natalie Hernandez

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My cat just gave birth to three beautiful kittens a week ago. She was a stray that we took in and we didn't even know that she was pregnant at first. She was very thin at first but was quickly packing on the pounds mainly around her midsection. ... more »

How to Check the Heart Rate of Dogs and Cats

By eHow Pets Editor

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Familiarize yourself with your pet's normal health condition by performing regular checkups, including monitoring heart rate... more »

How to Determine if Your Cat Is Overweight

By eHow Pets Editor

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If your favorite feline is wearing an apron instead of sporting an hourglass figure, you've got one fat cat... more »

How to Determine if Your Cat Needs Medical Care

By eHow Pets Editor

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Careful observation of daily activities and habits is key to recognizing early signs of illness in your cat. Disguising symptoms is a cat's specialty, so he may be sick for days before you notice. Read on to learn more about when he needs medical ... more »

How to Dominate a Cat

By robertsloan2

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Cats are not dogs. Dominating a cat is not something to maintain constantly, the cat's rightful place in the house pecking order is not going to be a rank the way it is for a pack animal. Dominating a cat is how to establish some boundaries with ... more »

How to Exercise a Ragdoll Cat

By eHow Pets Editor

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With their placid personality, Ragdolls may not seem like obvious candidate for vigorous exercise. However, they are a very social breed that thrives on the companionship of people and other cats and will often spend hours each day engaged in ... more »

How to Feed a Cat a Balanced Diet

By eHow Pets Editor

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No single dietary plan can be considered ideal for every cat. Here are some general guidelines to help keep your cat healthy and her appetite satisfied... more »

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