The main reason for feline obesity (as well as obesity in other mammals) is the consumption of too much food. Deny it all you want but it is a fact. What we do… Many cats are fed “free choice,” which means there is food available all the time and the cat eats whenever it wants.…
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Although it can be tricky to communicate with a purring cat, animal behaviour experts claim they have ‘decoded’ up to 24 different meows. Vet Gary Weitzman, author of How To Speak Cat, said: ‘Cats only vocalise to people. There are probably one to two dozen different vocalisations per cat that we would classify as “meow.”…
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Cats do a lot of talking with their eyes — the eyes are part of a feline’s communication system. Slowly blinking at you is a sign of pure love. — one that says, “I feel really comfortable with you.” All cats (yes, even feral cats) tend to have the “slow blinking eyes” thing going on. When other…
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When a cat likes her scratching post and uses it exclusively, chances are, it will eventually start looking a bit ragged. Better the post looks ragged than the furniture, right? You may be tempted to toss out the old post and treat kitty to a brand new one. Before you do that, there’s a right…
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Many people don’t realize animals grieve the loss of companions and family members. Even if companion cats had a hostile relationship, the surviving cat may still grieve the loss. There’s confusion about where the other cat has gone. To add to the initial grief of the surviving cat, there’s the fact that humn family members…
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For those of us who consider cats as our family members, it is almost inconceivable that some people dislike them or actually hate them. “Hate” is a strong word to use against any living creature, especially a sentient being, a category which embraces humans, cats, and many animals. But there are such people, more kindly…
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Where does your cat sleep? Nestled in the crook of your knees on your antique quilt? On the larger part of your pillow where your head isn’t? A recent online survey revealed the following facts about cats in the household: About 96 percent of cat owners allow their cats to sleep in the bedroom.…
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Whether you plan a funeral or memorial, one immediate practical issue to address is transporting your pet’s body from the home or veterinary hospital to the final resting place. Your veterinarian is a valuable resource for information on laws and costs pertaining to the options in your area. Burial of a Pet ChiefMany people prefer…
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While experts favor honesty and openness, pet euthanasia presents an exceptionally difficult challenge for parents. Some parents may choose not to go into detail with their children, but simply say that a pet died. “Euthanasia is a difficult concept for adults to grasp, let alone young children,” Howie says. A child’s age and maturity level,…
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House soiling is the number one complaint among cat owners. The good news is that it is very treatable. An accredited veterinarian can help you determine if the problem is medical or related to social or environmental stressors. In addition to a complete physical exam, the doctor will ask you specific “where and when” questions. Health…
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