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  • Why Does My Cat Drink a Lot of Water?

    One of the characteristics our house cats inherited from their desert wild cat ancestors is a weak thirst drive. Under normal conditions, healthy cats drink little water. But high temperatures,...

  • What Are the Treatments for Feline Rhinitis?

    Rhinitis or rhinosinusitis in felines is a chronic runny nose accompanied by an inflammation of the sinus cavity. It can be found in cats of any age or breed, although short-nosed cats are more...

  • Natural Remedies for CRF in a Cat

    Chronic renal failure (CRF) or kidney failure is an unfortunate reality for cats. It is a problem more common in older cats. CRF is not a curable disease, but you can alleviate the painful...

  • What Do Cat Lice Look Like?

    According to Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, modern-day pet cats rarely get lice or pediculosis. But cat lice still exist, especially in cats forced to live in overcrowded and filthy...

  • How to Make Organic Homemade Cat Food

    Making your own cat food puts you in charge of what ingredients go into the food, therefore putting you in total control of what your cat eats. Homemade organic cat food offers your cats plenty of...

  • Sphinx Cat Information

    The Sphinx is an easily recognizable cat due to its sleek body, large eyes and perky ears. The cats are recognized as full breed, very affectionate and make excellent pets.

  • What Are the Functions of Muscular Systems in Cats?

    Cats are powerfully muscled animals. These muscles give the cat his grace and ability to jump. Muscles control all movement of the body allowing a cat to perform his day to day functions.

  • Why Do Neutered Male Cats Get Erections?

    According to Guide to a Healthy Cat (Elaine Wexler-Mitchell, 2003) male cats that have just been neutered will still be able to easily get erections for a few weeks after their operation. This is...

  • Diabetic Feline Diet

    Diabetes in cats occurs when your cat's insulin doesn't balance out her glucose levels. Insulin is a chemical responsible for keeping glucose levels in a safe range. Glucose is what gives the body...

  • Daily Caloric Intake for Cats

    It's as important to count calories for your cat as it is for yourself. Cats who are getting enough calories are energetic, have healthy coats and are able to fight off infection. Although there...

  • Effective Home Remedies for Ear Mites in a Feline

    When you treat your cat for ear mites, you're helping to prevent a potentially more serious infection in his inner ear. You can make a liquid treatment that will be effective and less expensive...

  • How to Treat Cat Wounds

    Caring for a wounded cat can be a traumatic experience. It is helpful to stay focused and remember these two important steps: first, control the bleeding if necessary; and second, help prevent...

  • Ringworm Remedy for Cats

    Ringworm is not actually a worm. It is a fungal infection that can affect humans and certain animals, including cats. Ringworm is the most common contagious skin infection in felines. While it...

  • Real Food for Cats

    Cats have dietary need just like humans. By giving them a balanced diet of proteins, and vitamins they will be able to lead a healthy life. Nowadays cats are considered a domesticated animal, but...

  • How to Care and Check for Feline Leukemia

    This is a very personal article for me. I lost my kitty Friday night to Feline Leukemia. Mo was just over a year old. She was a blessing. She really helped me through a hard year. She was not...

  • How to Have a Happy Indoor Cat

    Are you tired of your cat tangling with the neighbors’ pet? Or risking one of its nine lives romping in the street? Sick of paying vets for every ailment kittie brings home? Here’s how to keep...

  • How to Monitor Cats from Toxic Foods

    Most of us may not be aware that they are many foods toxic for cats. It has normally been stressed how dangerous chocolate is for dogs but it is equally as toxic for cats. It is hard to monitor...

  • Feline Herpes Treatment

    Feline herpes is a virus caused by direct contact with an infected feline. The infected cat's eye, nose and mouth discharge can contaminate food and water bowls, cages, owner's clothing and hands,...

  • Safe Dry Food for Cats

    What kind of food is really safe for your cats? With a little research you can find a brand of dry cat food that you and your cats will agree on, and that will fill all their dietary needs without...

  • Tapeworm Treatment for Cats

    The Winn Feline Foundation cites the Dipylidium caninum tapeworm, or flea tapeworm, as the most common tapeworm found in cats. Cats acquire tapeworms whenever they ingest adult fleas infected with...

  • Side Effects of Torbutrol for Cats

    Torbutrol has been used safely as an analgesic in veterinary medicine for years. It is particularly effective as a sedative in cats because of its mild properties---it acts quickly in the...

  • Homemade Cat Furniture

    Cats love to climb, explore and scratch. Without options, cats may only exercise these behaviors on your furniture. High prices are usually the main drawback of cat furniture found at pet or...

  • What Are Some Natural Cures for Cat Allergies?

    Although many people would love to share their homes with a pet cat, allergies to cats that prevent contact with these furry animals are common. Cat allergies are actually caused not by their fur,...

  • Vanadium Picolinate for Cats

    Cats are the favorite pets of millions of Americans and are beloved members of the family. Unfortunately, cats are also susceptible to human-like diseases such as diabetes. Vanadium Picolinate is...

  • Radon Gas & Cats

    Radon gas is a deadly, odorless gas that is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers and the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. According to the EPA, radon claims...

  • How to Know If a Kitten Has Round Worms

    Roundworm infections are common in young kittens that do not have a fully effective immune system. They can be transmitted through their mother's milk if she is infected, and they can be ingested...

  • Attapulgite Clay for Diarrhea in Cats

    Attapulgite clay has long been used to treat diarrhea in cats and kittens. Loose stools and diarrhea that are not caused by parasites or diseases can occasionally strike your feline, making...

  • What Are the Causes of Feline Diarrhea?

    Feline diarrhea is an uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous condition causing the cat's bowels to produce loose, watery stool. This is not an uncommon condition, and it can easily be treated with...

  • Kidney Support for Cats

    Supportive care for cats with kidney disease is often a time-consuming process that must be performed at the veterinary clinic and at home. Understanding the disease and how the kidneys function...

  • Cat Hip Problems

    While cats don't develop hip problems as frequently as dogs, they are still common. Cats, however, mask pain well enough that their hip problems are easy to miss. When identified, however, hip...

  • Pain Killers for Cats

    It's a myth that cats do not feel pain. In fact, a 2007 American Animal Hospital Association Journal article urges veterinarians to think of pain as the fourth vital sign after temperature, pulse...

  • How to Enjoy Kitty Photos

    I love kittens. I love cats too, just I love to see Kitty Photos. What are Kitty Photos, they are photos of the feline animal. If you love kittens you will understand the art of viewing kitty...

  • HIV in Cats

    HIV in cats is called feline immunodeficiency virus and is the cat equivalent of the human disease. It is the precursor to AIDS, which is terminal. Cats can carry the FIV virus for a significant...

  • Home Remedy for a Feline UTI

    Feline UTI (urinary tract infection) is a painful condition that occurs in both male and female cats. Feline UTI results from an infection of the bladder which causes crystals to form in your...

  • Treatments for Cats' Torn-Out Claws

    When your cat has torn out a claw your immediate response may be to panic. According to petplace.com, torn or broken nails are quite common in cats and rarely life-threatening. The key to treating...

  • How to Prevent Motion Sickness in a Cat

    Cat owners who have experience with feline traveling companions often have experience with feline motion sickness. Motion sickness is characterized by nausea, vomiting, excessive salivation,...

  • Gifts for Cat Lovers

    Buying a special gift for a cat lover requires some thoughtfulness on your part. Not all cat lovers want cute cat collectibles and trinkets. Consider the styles and colors of a cat lover's house...

  • Natural Cat Remedies

    Cat owners concerned about chemicals and toxins in their pets' environment often turn to natural remedies to help manage minor health problems. The most effective way to improve your cat's health...

  • Cures for Feline Mange

    A tiny mite called Notoedres cati causes cat mange, otherwise known as feline scabies or notoedric mange. The female mite burrows into your cat's skin as deep as 3/8 inch and lays her eggs. She...

  • Advantix for Cats

    If you have a dog and a cat, it is tempting to use the same flea product for both your animals. However; many flea and tick products are prescribed only for dogs and can potentially be very...

  • How to Litter Box Train a New Kitten

    One may think that kittens are easy to housebreak, however, some find it very difficult. Simply try a bit of reasoning with your new pet, and you will be satisfied with the results. And...

  • How to Discipline your New Kitten

    Kittens need structure and rules to help them learn whats acceptable in their new home and how to be great family pets. It's very important for new owners to know that new kittens must learn and...

  • How to Give a Long Haired Cat a Bath

    Giving a long haired cat is a bath takes time and advanced preparation. A long haired cat usually requires a bath at least once every two months or so to make sure that the cat's fur is in good...

  • How to Get Low Cost Pet Insurance

    Finding low cost pet insurance is actually quite an easy thing to do. Despite the fact that pet insurance can actually make your visits to the vet much more affordable, many people are unaware...

  • How to Choose A Pet Cat

    There's no way to pick the perfect cat, even if you knew what such a cat would be like. Cats are beautiful, ancient creatures who reveal their personalities over time--and getting to know them is...

  • How to Groom Your Cat

    Grooming is an integral part of cat ownership. As well as helping to keep your pet’s coat in good condition, carefully and gently grooming him also helps you to bond. Depending on the coat type...

  • How to Pick the Best Litter

    Choosing the best litter for your cats is important for your cats' health, your own sensitivities, and your wallet. Here are some of the issues that you should think about when deciding on the...

  • How Much Are Sphynx Hairless Cats?

    Sphynx cats became popular when one appeared in the "Austin Powers" movies. They are mostly hairless cats, although they may have very short fur which can feel like velvet. According to ASPCA...

  • Cure for Feline Diabetes With Cinnamon

    The number of cases of feline diabetes reported by veterinarians has increased greatly in recent years. Although the condition is not a death sentence, it is essential that it be treated. If left...

  • How Do I Care for My Himalayan Persian?

    Himalayan cats are so similar to Persians that they are often called Himalayan-Persians or pointed Persians. In the 1920s, Persians and Siamese were crossed to create this breed, but it took 30...

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