Cats

People love cats but not the allergies they can trigger. Many prescription and over-the-counter medications are available to help ease the suffering caused by pet allergies. Knowing a few simple...

The Turkish Angora cat takes its name from the city of Angora, Turkey, now renamed Ankara. European travellers first wrote about the elegant cats in the 1400s and brought them back to Europe....

Siberian cats are relative newcomers to professional cat fanciers' organizations--as well as to the United States. Since the first Siberian cats set paw on American soil in 1990, this breed has...

"Hairless" is not a particular breed of cat, but a category of cat breeds that have the hairless characteristic. Hairlessness is a recessive gene, meaning a cat with hair might produce some...

Contrary to popular belief, calico cats are not a breed or a color of cat. The term "calico" refers to the unique pattern formed on the cat's fur when a genetic "spotting factor" effectively turns...

How to breed Persian cats.

Sometimes there's no choice. You need to rehome a cat. Finding new homes for cats is never easy, and placing yours could take months. For the cat's sake, screen carefully, charge an adoption fee...

The ancestor of a modern Russian Blue cat could purr at the feet of the Russian Tsar Peter the Great, according to Irina Turina. Since then, the Russian Blue has become a popular show breed and a...

Ragdolls are big, semi-long haired cats that developed in California in the 1960s. They were bred not only to look a certain way, but also to behave a certain way. They are noted for their...

If you prefer cats to dogs, but sometimes wish your cat was more bonded to you, then consider adopting a Manx. This affectionate cat breed is much like a dog in that it follows its owner...

You have decided you want a cat as a pet, now it is time to decide what kind of cat you want. Some people want to go to their shelter and choose a cat that they can rescue which is a wonderful...

A Mancoon cat, more commonly called a Maine Coon cat, is one of the oldest natural cat breeds in North America. The breed was first noticed in the state of Maine, which is how the Maine Coon cats...

Is your cat overweight? Cats who are overweight, like humans, typically have more health problems than their healthier counterparts. So, how do you tell if your cat has a problem?

When buying a purebred cat, make sure that the owner is raising them in a social environment. Discover which cat breed is right for you with tips from a cat behaviorist in this free video on pets...

Raising or breeding animals of ANY kind is a labor of love. If you don't have a passion for it; I wouldn't suggest this 'outlet' for it's not without heartache, expense, or uncertainty. However,...

Male Maine coon cats can weigh between 10 and 20 pounds, while females weigh between 7 and 14 pounds. Learn how Maine coon cats are among the largest breed of domestic cats with information from a...

So you have decided that you want to add a kitten to your family? It is important to note that this is a long commitment, and you must be very sure of what you are about to do. This article aims...

The name "Ragdoll" suits these cats perfectly, because they go limp in the arms of the person who picks them up. People who prefer "talky" or very active cats probably won't be happy with a...

Fleas thrive in warm temperatures, so it is easy for new pet owners (and even longtime pet owners) to assume that once autumn arrives, fleas will depart. After months of battling fleas during the...

The Maine Coon cat is a big, beautiful hardy breed of cat native to the state of Maine. It is a breed that is well known not only for its name and physical characteristics, but its pleasant...

There are more ways to determine your cat’s age than chronologically. Other factors such as health, risk of disease and behavior can help determine your kitty’s “real age” in human years. Here are...

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...

People lose a beloved pet for many reasons. It may be due to theft, death (put to sleep due to illness or old age), an accident, the owner's health (allergies developed to the pet), or because...

Learn how to keep ticks off your pet dog in this free instructional video series on flea & tick prevention.

The Singapura is a breed that was originally thought to have come from Singapore, hence the name. A few animals were brought to the U.S. by American tourists in the mid '70s. A more in-depth...

The Korat is a Thailand breed that is often associated with good luck because of their silver storm grey coats, and shining eyes. They take their name from the city of Nakhon Ratchasimain, also...

Exotic Shorthairs are wonderful shorthaired versions of the Persian, being hybrids between Persian and American Shorthair cats. They have the flat faces of the Persian but a short plush teddy-bear...

Relatively new to the U.S., the Siberian is a long-haired, sweet-tempered breed of cat native to the coldest areas of Russia. It has enjoyed a huge surge of popularity in the last few years...

While they don’t get the level of publicity that the Westminster Dog Show does, cat shows take place almost every weekend throughout the United States. Your kitty doesn’t have to...

The first two recorded Munchkin cats were found by a school teacher under a pick-up truck in rural Louisiana two decades ago. They take their names from the diminutive munchkins from the story...

Manx cats come from the Isle of Man, which is how they inherit their name. Anybody coming from the Isle of Man may be referred to as a Manx. They are a very energetic and intelligent cat and are...

The Burman or Birman cat is shrouded in mystery. Very little is known about its history although they are considered a sacred animal among certain Buddhist priests. There are very vivid legends...

Learn about cat breeding from a veterinarian with topics such as breeding a purebred cat in this free online video.

Learn cat breeding by the book from a veterinarian with topics covering types of cat breeding in this free video clip.

There are few things in life more exciting to a cat lover than shopping for a new feline. Potential cat owners should be knowledgeable about the breed they are interested in procuring and ready to...

Cat breeding may sound like a simple process of putting a male and female cat in the vicinity of one another, but responsible breeders know there is much more involved. Breeders of cats do so...

In order to have a successful feline breeding enterprise, it is crucial to select quality cats for mating. Many factors are important when picking a potential male and female pairing. Genetics,...

It’s sometimes hard to admit in the face of global tragedy, but the death of a pet is quite an upsetting experience. Friends may not understand or be sympathetic to your loss until they go...

Your beautiful new female kitten is around 5 to 10 months old and is acting odd. After a few nights of listening to her yowl, you may figure out she's in heat and searching for a tomcat...

Rescuing an animal is a noble endeavor. Not only do you get a companion, but you save an animal that may have otherwise lived a horrible life. But rescuing a new pet takes much consideration and...

Choosing a cat isn't just a matter of vet checkups, neutering and health concerns. It's not even necessarily by looks. The most important reason to choose a cat is to find the one who's going to...

The Bengal cat is a distinctive breed of domestic, shorthaired cats. They inherited the spotted pattern of their coat from the untamed Asian Leopard cat, located in Central Asia. Although this...

The American Curl is a relatively new breed of cat, which originated in 1981 and received championship class by the Cat Fanciers Association in 1993. The breed originated in California when two...

The American Shorthair is the descendant of the British Shorthair, many of which were brought to the New World by European settlers during the times Colonial America. They were put aboard ships...

The actual origin of the American Bobtail cat is debatable, but most believe it is traceable to a short-tailed brown tabby and a seal point Siamese female. These medium to large-sized cats have...

The originating country for the Turkish Van Cat is, of course, Turkey. They come from the snowy regions of the country near Lake Van and were imported to England in 1955. Although this breed isn't...

American Wirehair cats are a relatively new breed of cats. A cat breeder created the breed after coming across a cat with an unusually coarse coat of fur. It is a truly American breed as the first...

So, you want the companionship that owning a pet can provide. The decision of which kind of pet to get should be well thought out. If you really think it through objectively, you and your new pet...

People breed many animals for specific features. In the case of the ocicat, the desired characteristic is this breed's likeness to wild cats such as ocelots, leopards and margays. Ocicats' coats...

Becoming a cat breeder is not a decision to make lightly. You must research pedigrees and have a true passion for the pedigree you choose to breed. You might help improve or preserve a breed. Many...