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According to the Cat Fanciers' Association, a cattery requires such basics as 30 cubic feet of cage space for each cat, storage cabinets, a grooming table, kitten play area, waste storage site,...

Sometimes life becomes so incredibly difficult that we are forced to part with one of our loved companions. If this unfortunate situation occurs it is our responsibility to prepare our pet for the...

Every animal lover dreams of starting a shelter. But making that dream come true requires much more than a love of pets. You also need business savvy and accounting and marketing skills. Being an...

It's no secret to those who know about cats, that they are very picky about who they let pet them. If you can follow these steps accurately, you may be able to pet the next kitty you see without...

When I found kittens behind my garage, it certainly never crossed my mind how much this new find with affect my household. My first hurdle was to get them inside than it was to get rid of all...

It seems that if he climbed up there he should be able to climb down, right? Not always……… actually, rarely! Cats are notorious for quickly scampering up a tree when frightened, or even when...

Last September I lost my cat Julia of 18 years. Different decisions arise when a pet is in their last hours. Some take the pet in to be put down which might be necessary and some can stay home...

A cat behavior expert is trained in feline behavior. Cat behavior experts work with cat owners to determine the cause of and solution for behavioral problems. The ultimate goal of a cat behavior...

You have captured the feral cat, taken him to the veterinarian and made the decision to keep him. Now it's time to earn his love and trust. This requires much patience, especially with an adult...

Indoor cats are generally shy by nature. Once lost, its difficult for them to identify their house since they are unfamiliar with the surroundings. There is a probability of them getting waylaid....

Every day, perfectly healthy, sweet and adoptable pets are being euthanized in animal shelters due to a lack of space and funding. Even “no-kill” shelters are faced with finding...

You've waited overnight to decide whether or not you should send that irate e-mail to your boss. Your finger is wavering between "delete" and "enter". You decide that it is...

Some feral cats will choose you. Other cats will just come for the food that you put out for them. It is as if the feral cats broadcast to the colony that you have the best cat food on the...

The first thing to do when searching for your lost cat is to confirm that your cat is actually lost. Cats are very adept at finding a cozy warm place in your residence to nap for quite some...

Getting up to answer a meow at the door can be tiring--especially early in the morning or late at night. A cat door gives you freedom from this task, and allows your kittens to go in and out as...

Your cat is part of your family. Therefore, you should treat her as such. You have nicknames for your children and spouse--some nice some not so nice--therefore your cat deserves nicknames too. Of...

Saying goodbye to a family pet can be heartbreaking. It might be because the animal is dying, or because you are moving away, or because you no longer can give it the care it needs. Regardless of...

Bringing a "feral" or wild cat into your life is a good deed. Left to their own devices, feral cats reproduce and become a burden to the community. Cats in the street are dangerous, not just to...

For centuries, cats have been dometicated as pets. In bygone days they were allowed to live off their natural instincts. As civilization began to realize the beauty and the theraputic nuances of...

For decades, the feral cat problem was tackled by simply trapping and euthanizing feral cats. With over 60 million feral cats currently living in the United States, this approach clearly isn't...