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There is a lot of misinformation about fleas and flea treatment for cats. Let’s debunk 10 of the most common myths and set the record straight. 1. If my cat had fleas, I’d see them. Not necessarily. Fleas are small parasites that move quickly through your cat's fur, making them difficult to spot, especially in cats with thick or long fur. Cats also groom themselves …
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When you hear about a cat with unusual features, you might think of your very own kitty and his slightly wonky eye or stubby little tail. Our cats’ individuality, both in appearance and in personality, is one of the things that make us love them so much, but what about the specific breeds that are known for having something . . . well . . . different about them? Sphynx …
Socialisation usually happens when cats are young kittens - unless they’re born feral, they spend plenty of time being around people and being handled by them. In fact, many cat shelters have volunteers that are specifically there to socialise kittens by playing with them, picking them up and touching paws, ears and mouths, all the things that would happen at vet visits (what a …
If you’ve made the difficult decision to rehome your cat, it’s not always easy to know where to start. While there can be genuine reasons for having to rehome a family pet, a lot of common reasons for rehoming can actually be resolved without having to give your cat away. What’s the Reason for Rehoming? If you’re thinking about rehoming your cat, it’s important to …
It’s extremely important to get female cats spayed, both for health reasons and to help avoid overpopulation. It’s not always that easy though, for example some vets don’t like to operate if your cat’s under a certain weight and if your female cat comes into season before her operation, she’ll be very determined to get out. If your cat does become pregnant, here’s what you can …
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Whilst you will undoubtedly love your cat whether she's thin or extra-cuddly in size, just like humans, being overweight places extra stress on your cat's body and the health risks can be serious. Eating too much or inactive lifestyles are the two main causes of cats becoming overweight, with older and indoor cats most at risk. How Do I Know if My Cat is …
However many years your cat has successfully been using his litter box for, there may come a time when he starts to experience problems. Inappropriate elimination and litter box problems are common in cats, but luckily it’s usually easy to pinpoint the cause and deal with it accordingly. Litter Box Problems – Health Issues If your cat has cystitis, or another urinary …
Adopting a kitten can be an exciting time for the whole family, but just like bringing a human baby home for the first time, it helps to be prepared. We discuss basic kitten supplies, the importance of kitten proofing your home, your kitten’s first night and how to deal with homesickness, plus food and nutrition. Basic Kitten Supplies Before you bring your new kitten …
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The standout feature of the Japanese Bobtail is of course its tail. Like fingerprints are different for every human so too is every Japanese Bobtail born with its own unique variant of tail. The Japanese Bobtail is further characterised by a triangular head, oval shaped eyes and alert upright ears. Another distinguishing feature of the bobtail is the hind legs, which are …
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What do you think when you hear the term ‘cat hoarder’? You might think that anyone who has more than a certain number of cats is a ‘hoarder’. But that's not quite true – cat hoarding is a complex issue caused by mental illness. A cat hoarder will have an extremely large number of cats, much more than a typical household. Sadly, they’re unable to provide adequate …
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