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A tailless cat originating long ago during the age of the Vikings on the Isle of Man, the Manx breed is known for its robustness, rounded features, and powerful hindquarters that allow it to jump to perches otherwise out of reach for most other species of feline. Manx Cat Personality Manx cats become devoted to their families and are a playful and intelligent species. …
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It’s common knowledge that dogs have pack structures and social hierarchies, but what about cats? Consider a group of big cats, such as lions, and how they live in the wild, ‘The Lion King’, anyone? Domestic cat families are no different. Although cats have individual personalities and social graces, and some cats seem to prefer a solitary lifestyle, you’ll certainly be able to …
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If you’ve got two or more cats, you’ve probably experienced cat confrontations at some point in time. Having multiple cats living together under the same roof doesn’t have to be an issue though, as long as you understand what problems are likely to occur in multi cat households and how to deal with them to ensure your cat clan can live in harmony (well, most of the time …
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Opening your home and fostering cats is more than just a kind gesture, it’s life-changing for the animals you help. Shelters are often overcrowded, and fostering gives these cats the chance to thrive in a safe, loving environment. It’s not just about saving lives; it’s also about forming unique bonds and experiencing the joy they bring into your home. If you’ve ever thought …
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Skin problems in cats are common, and can range from the unsightly to the downright unpleasant. As long as you’re aware of what the most common cat skin problems are and how to best treat them, then your beloved cat shouldn’t suffer unnecessarily. Flea Allergy Dermatitis Even if you treat your cat and your home religiously against fleas, they are bound to rear their ugly …
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The Egyptian Mau is a desirable breed due to the attractive exotic spotted pattern on its coat. They have retained a couple of the survival traits of their early ancestors, namely a cheetah like gait for speed, and a lose flap of skin that ranges from the flank to their hind leg. As a result, the Egyptian Mau has amazing agility and freedom of movement when performing jumps and …
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The domestic cat as we know him today is believed to be a descendant of African wild cats, and with the big cats such as lions and tigers often exhibiting similar behaviour to our beloved pets, it’s time to ask just how close is the link between them? In 2013, a scientific study discovered that tigers and domestic cats share over 95% of the same genes. Cats remain very close …
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The classic view of cats is that they’re fiercely independent, and do what they want, when they want. Dog training? Why of course, but talk about training cats and people tend to look at you like you’re mad. Training cats is possible however; you just need patience and the right kind of motivation. Unlike a dog, cats won’t work simply for praise, you’ll need to be more cunning …
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When a family member or a beloved pet dies, naturally the remaining members of the household will go through a grieving process as you all try to deal with your loss. But do cats grieve too? Whether it’s the loss of a feline or human companion, or even another pet, such as the family dog, you may notice a change in your cat’s behaviour that may be attributable to grief. Do …
Have you ever considered giving your cat a massage? The physiological benefits of massage for cats are just the same as for humans, and include relaxation, lowered blood pressure, better circulation, improved joint mobility and more. Not only is cat massage a great way of pampering your furry prince or princess, it’s also a way of de-stressing for both of you. From a …
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