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A rare breed within the Oriental group, the Seychellois cat is remarkably similar to the Siamese in both appearance and personality. Physically, the Seychellois is identified by distinct white patches caused by the piebald gene and brilliant blue eyes. Appearance When you first see a Seychellois cat you will quickly come to the conclusion that they …
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When you get a heavy cold, what do you do? If you’re like many of us, you take a high dose of vitamin C. The idea is vitamin C boosts your immune system to enable it better fight off the bugs. In much the same way, there are times when it’s appropriate to give your cat’s immune system a helping hand. From the cat with a snuffle that just won’t shift, to the feline …
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Congratulations you are getting a cat! These fur-bulous creatures enrich our lives and provide years of companionship, but there's more to owning a cat than providing cardboard boxes of different sizes to play in (although to be fair that does help). Here is our guide to the 10 most common mistakes of first time cat owners. 1. Acting on Impulse No criticism meant here, …
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With beautiful bright green eyes and a glossy coat that resembles rich liquid chocolate, the Havana Brown is a stunning looking cat. Intelligent, lively, and affectionate -- these chatty felines are devoted companions and loved by everyone who is lucky enough to own one. Appearance The Havana Brown is a medium sized cat with rounded oversized ears that are slightly …
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Are you a glass half-empty or a half-full person? When it comes to cancer in cats there’s good news and there’s bad news. First the good news: And the bad news: In reality this means you should be vigilant for any hints or clues that your cat is unwell, because catching cancer early makes all the difference to the success of treatment. But before we get ahead of …
Have you heard the expression: “As hard as herding cats”? This sums up so much about what we love about our feline friends, such as knowing their own minds and refusing to run with the crowd. But doesn’t this imply cats are difficult to train? Well, yes and no. If you try to impose your will on a cat you’ll get nowhere fast. But if you work with your cat’s psyche …
Cats make great apartment pets and will be purr-fectly content living in an apartment as long as they have an outlet for natural behaviours such as scratching, climbing, and play hunting. Keep in mind though, cats also love to watch birds, chew grass, and enjoy the sunshine, which are activities better suited to outdoor living -- and they have a natural love of …
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One of the best mousers around, the American Shorthair cat is more than just a great hunter. Friendly and sociable, they love interactive playtime but they'll also happily snuggle on your lap which makes them the ideal pet for both young and old. Appearance The American Shorthair is a medium to large, lean cat with a hardy build which is a carryover …
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We believe there are many benefits to feeding your cat a raw food diet similar to the one nature intended. We have raw fed our cats for almost a decade and have lived experience of how a raw meat diet has improved their lives. There are pros and cons of feeding a raw food diet. We have done a lot of research and are convinced raw cat food diets provide better nutrition. …
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You see a cat in the corner of the yard. She is hunched up, head lowered, whiskers flat against her muzzle, looking directly at you with dilated pupils. You want to pet her, but then you notice the tip of her tail is swishing from side to side. What should your next move be? Should you go ahead and pet her, or is it best to back off? If you read her body language right, …
