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Taming a cat in Minecraft is something that is actually fairly hard to do if you're not in a jungle. Tame a cat in Minecraft with help from a video game expert in this free video clip.
If your cat's nighttime patting and poking wakes you up more regularly than your alarm clock, it's time to rescue your slumbers from Mitten's persistent paws. Although cats spend the majority of their time sleeping, they have several wakeful periods throughout each daily cycle, and nighttime is prime play and eat time for many cats. If Mittens has learned that poking you awake is a great source of entertainment, it will take patience and persistence to retrain her.
It's widely accepted that stress can make people sick, but few consider the effects of stress on cats. Though it's hard to imagine Kitty, snug in a warm house, eating a healthy diet, could be stressed, it's possible. Simple things, such as a change in routine, can impact her health.
Feline urine-spraying is different from inappropriate urination -- not only is the chemical makeup of the fluid different, but the method of release is different as well. If you aren't sure whether your cat is urine-spraying or simply urinating, watch him as he does it. Telltales make it easy to determine what he's up to.
The sound of your new couch being ripped to pieces may be music to your cat's ears, but probably not so much for you. Getting a scratching post or carpeted cat tree can help lower the rate of furniture mutilation, but it may not solve the problem entirely on its own.
Cats have a reputation for being antisocial loners, but nearly every cat owner is familiar with the moment a cat walks up and bumps his head against someone's face. This rubbing, often accompanied by purring, is called bunting and, like cats themselves, the reasons behind bunting are at once complex and straightforward.
After spending weeks getting the perfect window treatments for your place, you discover that your fuzz ball has a new hobby: climbing the curtains. Not only can climbing the curtains tear and shred them, it can actually be a dangerous activity for your beloved pal if he falls or chokes on a string. With a little training, you’ll be able to stop the annoying habit so you and Felix can live in perfect harmony.
All of the corners of your coffee table are chewed up and your fluffy companion is the one to blame. Cats chew on wood for all kinds of reasons; maybe she’s bored or has some kind of nutritional deficiency. Because she can get slivers in her mouth or swallow a chunk of wood, leading to a bowl obstruction, let your vet know about her peculiar behavior. He’ll help you get to the root of the problem so you can live in harmony with your fur ball, without her destroying your furniture.
Your cat can scratch doors and windows for many reasons. He might scratch to condition his nails, to mark his territory, to get a good shoulder or back stretch, to express his frustrations or to get to a teasing bird or squirrel on the other side. Regardless of the reason, your pet companion can do significant damage with his nails. There are various things you can do to stop him in his tracks, but it might take some experimenting to find out what works.
To your cat, they're tasty treats and interesting playthings, but dead birds, whether found or freshly killed, harbor parasites and viruses that have the potential to make your cat sick. Some of these illnesses can even be passed on to humans. Fortunately, however, most healthy adult cats have immune systems strong enough to fight off anything they might contract from a dead bird.
Oh, cats are curious, alright. Too curious -- about the dining table, the bathroom counter and the mantel full of fragile things begging to be knocked down. If you're tired of it, combine simple training techniques with alternative outlets for jumping to encourage Katty to stay off.
Don't give up on your cat just yet. Behavior problems relating to litter box use can be easy to resolve. With a little detective work, you can learn if the problem is a minor issue caused by stress or if it stems from a medical condition. If the latter, you'll need to visit the vet.
While you’re sitting there minding your own business, Fifi prances over and nudges your hand. You pet her, of course, but then she jumps up next to you and head-butts you. Sure, she’s showing you some affection, although she does have a hidden agenda as well. She’s secretly claiming you as her own.
Human babies pee where they shouldn't because they aren't potty trained. But that's not why your kitten does it. If the fuzz ball does use the litter box but also pees on your bed, chances are he has a health or behavioral issue. At 4 weeks old, kittens should instinctively eliminate only in dry, loose material.
When transplanting bougainvillea flowers, you're always going to want to keep a few key things in mind. Find out how to transplant bougainvillea flowers with help from an experienced professional gardener in this free video clip.
Symptoms of sickness or disease aren't always as obvious in smaller animals such as rats as they would be in domesticated animals that seek interaction with you, such as a cat or dog. Rats, just like any other pet, can develop disease from a variety of sources ranging from contaminated food to bacteria or another infected rat. Understanding the key signs of sickness allows you to take the proper steps toward healing your rat or seeking veterinary help if necessary.
Just because eyeliner is non-waterproof doesn't mean you have to put up with it coming off very quickly. Keep your non-waterproof eyeliner from fading and learn how to make it last with help from a makeup artist and industry expert in this free video clip.
Feline neutering and the post-surgery time can be stressful for both a cat and its owner. Learn about feline neutering and post-surgery instructions with help from a dynamic, holistic and conventional veterinarian in this free video clip.
Taming a hyperactive cat requires you to keep a few very important things in mind. Learn how to tame a hyperactive cat with help from a dynamic, holistic and conventional veterinarian in this free video clip.
A urinary tract infection can cause your cat to experience difficult, frequent or painful urination as well as blood in the urine. In some cases, a cat with a urinary tract infection may not be able to urinate at all. If left untreated or not treated properly, a urinary tract infection can be a serious health problem with long-term consequences, including death. Your veterinarian may prescribe Convenia if he believes your cat has a urinary tract infection.
Declawing a kitten is much more than a manicure. It involves the amputation of the last bone in each toe, and the surgery caries the risk of excessive bleeding, infection, and severe pain that can last more than a week. Done properly, the surgery, called an onychectomy, prevents the claw from regrowing. This leaves declawed cats at high risk of injury if they escape the home because they can't defend themselves. Organizations concerned with the ethical treatment of cats, including the Cat Fanciers' Association, The Humane Society of the United States and the ASCPA strongly recommend against declawing kittens to…
Between the ages of 6 and 8 weeks old, a kitten begins to lose her baby teeth and start the process of growing in her adult teeth. These teeth come in stages until the age of about 6 months. During this time, your cat will feel the need to chew, bite and gnaw on objects around your home to relieve the pain of teething. Prevent destructive chewing by providing appropriate objects for your cat to chew.
Preventive, at-home oral care is as much a benefit for your cat's dental health as it is for your wallet. Soft plaque that accumulates on the gums and teeth can eventually cause infection if not regularly removed; dental chews are a tasty and effective way to gently work away the buildup. While the Veterinary Oral Health Council is in the business of evaluating which oral care products best live up to their claims, below are some consumer favorites for cat dental chews.
Obsessive behavioris defined as an unwanted or destructive pattern of unending, compulsive actions. Obsessive behavior in cats can include licking, scratching, fighting and behavioral problems. Some types of obsessive behavior are caused by environmental stressors, while others are caused by underlying medical problems. For best results, consult a licensed vet to help you determine the best course of action for diagnosing and treating your cat’s obsessive behaviors.
Keeping makeup off of your blouse collar is sometimes easier said than done. Find out how to keep makeup off of your blouse collar with help from a certified makeup artist in this free video clip.
Cats seem to have a primal need to both climb on furniture and break things that you enjoy. Learn about ways to get cats to stop climbing on furniture and breaking things with help from an expert in animal behavior in this free video clip.
Sometimes older, established cats will fight with new cats when the two begin to intermingle. Control aggressive behavior in cats with help from an expert in animal behavior in this free video clip.
Keeping a cat from peeling off the carpet is sometimes easier said than done. Keep a cat from peeling off the carpet with help from an expert in animal behavior in this free video clip.
One of the main enemies of the brakes in your car is salt. Learn how to keep salt off your brakes with help from an expert in the automotive industry in this free video clip.
When the water, or moisture, in warm air comes in contact with a cold surface, it turns from a gas to a liquid, leaving drops of water on the cold surface. This is called condensation. You might find condensation on the cold surfaces in your home, such as doors, windows and the inside of exterior walls. Condensation is most common in the winter months, though it sometimes occurs in the summer as well. If you have continual problems with condensation in your home, learn what to do to keep it away.
Gypsy moths are notorious for causing defoliation, or depriving plants and trees of the precious leaves that they rely on for energy. As the gypsy moths munch away, the health of their chosen host slips away. All-in-all, gypsy moths feed on more than 500 species of plants, some of which you may already have growing in your yard. Keeping gypsy moths and their larvae off your plants requires a combination of preventive and strategic measures.
Drafting tables are slanted, making it difficult to keep pens, pencils and other items from rolling off the table. Using a drafting table requires that you purchase a separate organizer and attachable devices designed to hold your supplies. Drafting tables are great for creating architectural plans, blueprints, artist sketches and even for composers who want a large space to work on a new composition. The slanted design of the table provides excellent support for your arms while reducing the strain associated with conventional flat tables.
The metal-framed Calais daybed can bring an air of comfort and luxury to any bedroom or spare room. Easily functioning as both a seating piece and a bed, the Calais daybed offers long-term reliability and a classic style that will still fit in modern homes for many years to come. This bed can be installed with minimal tools and equipment because most of the installation parts are included within the packaging. Though an assistant may be helpful when standing up the sections of the bed frame, the assembly can be completed alone if necessary due to the straightforward design.
Ideally, after signing into your ooVoo account, you are able to communicate with your friend without interruption. If the application keeps signing you off, it could be due to various factors including a bad installation. Basic troubleshooting can potentially help you resolve the problem and give you the opportunity to chat with friends uninterrupted.
The saltbox house is a wood frame structure with one story in the back and two in front. Saltboxes have a pitched roof with unequal sides. The design originated in the New England states in the 18th century and is still used today to evoke a sturdy, colonial style. Authentically landscaping a saltbox requires attention to historical details and remaining true to the choices and styles of the era. When planning and implementing the landscaping for a saltbox house, keep it simple and practical to best reflect the purpose and personality of the architecture.
Ultrasonic pest repellants emit sounds with a frequency above 20,000 Hz as a way to fend off different animals and pests. Manufacturers of these units claim they are effective and safe for the animal and environment; however, there is varying proof of efficacy and the potential to injure wanted household pets with keen, broad-spectrum hearing, such as cats.
Google automatically suggests possible matches when you type in the search box at google.com. The suggestions appear in the form of a drop-down list below the search box, and the suggestions get more and more specific as you type. This is called "autocomplete." Google users used to be able to turn off autocomplete, but Google removed that ability in September 2010. However, you can use certain tricks to search Google without autocomplete.
It's important to immediately fix your bicycle's chain tension and sprocket if the chain keeps coming off. If the chain only rarely comes loose, it doesn't necessarily mean your bicycle is in poor condition -- the chain can sometimes fall off for no obvious reason. However, the bicycle chain falling off frequently is dangerous and a sign that something on the bicycle needs fixing. Regularly checking and adjusting the bicycle's sprocket and chain tension will help reduce the chance that the chain will fall off again in the near future.
Mildew is a mold that thrives in wet, moist conditions. The key to removing and preventing mildew from spreading is to keep things dry and clean. Mildew will only grow or spread in certain conditions, such as on organic material like fabric-covered mattress, in warm temperatures above 77 degrees, and on surfaces with excess soiling and moisture. Cleaning agents such as rubbing alcohol, bleach and lemon juice effectively kill mold and mildew on contact.
Icicles can often be seen hanging from gutters and roofs during the winter months. These sticks of ice form when the warmer part of an attic melts the snow above it. The water then flows downward and refreezes when it comes in contact with a colder section. Homeowners would be wise to prevent the icicles from forming, as icicles are often a sign of a pending ice dam. Ice dams can cause such damage as gutters pulling away from roofing and water entering your home underneath the roofing.
If your recessed lights are flickering or cycling off and on, chances are the insulation has come into contact with the exterior of the fixture in the attic. IC, insulated can lights, are designed to allow insulation to come into contact with the recessed light fixtures; however, you may still experience the same issues, depending on the age of the recessed light fixture and the amount of surrounding insulation. Secure the insulation away from the IC lights to avoid getting left in the dark.
The Turkey Vulture, also known as the Turkey Buzzard, is a black bird the size of an eagle with nesting grounds covering almost the entire United States. Its superior olfactory senses assist it in locating carcasses on the ground while scouring the woods and countryside from the skies. Turkey Vultures possess social qualities that make them a potential nuisance for homeowners, including the tendency to congregate in large numbers in inconvenient places such as rooftops and porches. The US Fish and Wildlife Service's Migratory Bird Treaty Act gives the birds federal protection and makes it illegal to use lethal force…
Cables, wires and cords provide tremendous temptation for some cats, especially for a curious kitten. Chewing on these objects can sometimes prove dangerous, however, as cats may experience electric shock, a burned tongue, loss of teeth or even death. An electric shock can even result in respiratory failure in felines. If your new kitten shows a proclivity toward chewing cords, immediately take steps to train this behavior out of your beloved pet.
Snow is falling, the roads are icy and the thermometer nears zero. Your poor dog looks mournfully out the window and back to you, as if pleading for you to make the winter weather go away so he can play outside again. Regardless of what’s going on outside your house, your indoor dog needs daily exercise to help him stay fit and healthy. When the weather is too cold to stay outside long, improvise ways to help him expend his extra energy indoors.
Craftmatic is a company that manufactures and sells adjustable beds, which are adjusted by a hand-held control panel. The specially designed mattress set is anchored to a frame that positions the user in an upright position. The mattresses are either one piece combined or two separate mattresses. For the the two-piece set, mattress sliding or slipping issues may arise, which can easily be remedied by a grip pad. Mattress grip pads are similar in design to mat grip pads, only larger, and work the same way to keep the mattress in place.
To successfully grow peaches it is important to understand the different growing stages they grow through. Once temperatures reach 0 degrees Fahrenheit after a warming period, both peach trees and their buds sustain damage, according to the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension. This is one reason why peach trees fail to produce. Combat this problem by selecting a protected site and using row covers or blankets to cover young trees during cold spring nights.
A tree burl is a type of cancerous growth on a tree. From the outside, maple burls look like bulbous or tumorous growths protruding from the tree. Inside, a maple burl features irregular and unique patterns of growth. These irregular patterns are highly valued. Maple burl is used to make table tops and a variety of other wood objects. Most burls are harvested from trees that have fallen over naturally.
Not all cats get along, and most cats are territorial by nature. Nursing queens, for example, are very protective over their kittens just as males are over their territory. When keeping an aggressive cat away from a passive cat, it is important to understand the types of aggression and their triggers to obtain effective results. While not all cats can be taught to become friends, you can achieve peaceful cohabitations in the form of truces and tolerant behavior.
Small dogs, such as Yorkshire Terriers, are difficult to housebreak. While some owners opt to permanently use potty pads indoors, they can also be used as a transitional tool to help train a puppy to go outdoors. Potty training a Yorkie requires patience, and if you are not consistent with your reinforcement or training, you will confuse your puppy and it will result in an increased amount of accidents.
It's a frustrating dilemma for pet owners when their kitten resists using the litter box. According to “The Kitten Owner's Manual” by Arden Moore, kittens avoid using the litter box due to medical, behavioral or environmental factors. It is important to try to determine the underlying reason for litter- box avoidance and to understand your kitten's litter-box preferences. For a kitten affected by environment or stress, there are multiple strategies to explore to entice her to use the litter box.
