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What Is a Savannah Cat?
A Savannah cat is a fairly new hybrid cat breed that is growing in popularity. It is a domestic animal with an exotic look, resembling the wild cats that helped make the breed. They are loved for their curious, outgoing personalities and their dog-like loyalty to their human companions.
How to Tell When a Cat Is Friendly & Welcoming?
Cats have their own general behavior patterns that are different from other animals. If you are used to being around only dogs, for example, you may have difficulty assessing a cat's mood and general disposition. Although cats have different individual personalities, there are common behaviors that
Cat Suckling Problems
Suckling is a normal action by kittens when feeding on their mothers, but some cats will continue to suckle after being weaned. That often happens when kittens are weaned too early, so the kitten looks for other things to suckle on, which can include their own paws, other kittens or animals, people,
Are Cats Scratching Your Furniture? Here is How to Get Them to Stop
Cats can be wonderful pets and a joyful addition to a family. But a cat scratching furniture can make one of these lovable creatures become a source of frustration and an expense when it destroys your furniture. So how do you get a cat to stop scratching furniture?
Christmas Cats Picture Gallery: Watson
Cats generally enjoy holidays, and Christmas and the other Winter holidays are no exception. Enjoy this picture of cats lounging by the Christmas tree, sometimes dressed in Christmas finery. Other Winter holiday cat photos are also most welcome here.
Cat Bleeding From Bottom
Discovering that your pet cat is bleeding can be frightening. The first step is to see where the blood is coming from--it may be a simple cut near the rectum rather than blood from inside the cat's digestive tract. If your cat is bleeding from its rectum (bottom), call your veterinarian immediately.
Feline Herpesvirus 1 & Rhinotracheitis
Feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR) is an upper respiratory disease caused by the feline herpesvirus 1. It is transmitted via close contact through shared objects, saliva, tears and nasal discharge. "The Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians" notes that this illness causes about one half of al
How Can I Recycle Cat Litter?
Cat litter is hard to recycle, depending on the litter material. Conventional cat litter is made of clay, which does not break down easily. There now is, however, a wide choice of alternative, earth-friendly materials being used to produce litter that are biodegradable and can be recycled. Since cat
Tips For the Long Term Cat Care
Knowledge about long-term cat care is necessary before you decide to keep a cat as a pet. If you are settled on having cat as pet then you must get off to a good start and everything must be planned in order to avoid future mistakes.
2009 Tabby Cats Picture Gallery: Toby
Tabby cats are almost as old as Mother Earth herself, and are the epitome of Catness in all its wonder and glory. Because Mother Earth comes alive in the Spring, when the earth is rich with promises of things to be, we celebrate tabby cats in our March Cat Picture Calendar You'll find dozens of
Cutest Cat Contest Picture Gallery: Dusty
About.com is pleased to announce the Cutest Cat Picture Contest. Although the entry deadline has passed, the judges panel are going through over 400 entries to select 12 semi-finalists. You may help decide the top six contestants, and the ultimate Cutest Cat of 2009.
Cat Pregnancy - What to Expect, Pre-Delivery
Caring for a pregnant cat is not really that much more difficult than taking care of any cat. As any cat owner knows, cats are very self sufficient animals, but they will often try to hide it if there is something wrong. If your cat is pregnant or you adopt a pregnant stray cat, make sure you bring
How to Make Tuna Pops Cat Treats
Pets love treats and cats are no exception. Make these frozen tuna-flavored treats for your cat to enjoy. Unlike regular ice cubes, your cat won't waste time batting these around the floor.
Cat Flaps - Keep Your Cat Happy by Letting It Roam Free
That cat's behave as though they own your house and you are there to serve them. That bossy demeanor, you have to admit, is part of what makes cats so great to have as pets. Mind you this behavior is also a source of problems for some cat owners. If your cat, for example, has been indoors for a
How to Stop Pheromones in Fighting Cats
Cats identify each other by scents that the human nose doesn't pick up. These scents are generated by glands in the cat's body. Hormonally based scents, called pheromones, are used to identify a territory as a cat's own. When two cats, particularly male cats, encounter strange pheromones, they often
Cat Bad Breath
Cat bad breath is not so different from human bad breath: it tends to be caused by the activities of bacteria in the mouth that break down proteins and release sulfur compounds into the air. Sulfur smells bad, so breath that contains sulfur compounds smells bad also. In cats, the bacteria that cause
Urinary Tract Infections in Cats
There are a number of ailments that are shared by cats and humans and urinary tract infections is one. If you have ever had a UTI you will know just how painful they can be. Left untreated, they can become serious for your cat.
Ringworm - Cat Facts! Easy and Quick Cat Ringworm Cures Made Easy!
What is ringworm? Ringworm in cats is the most common fungal skin infection found in cats. The ringworm is caused by a microscopic group of fungal organisms called dermatophytes.
2009 Memorial Gallery to Special Cats: Simon
Creating a memorial to a cat you have loved and lost is a thoughtful way not only to honor your beloved kitty, but also to help you through the grieving process. These memorials speak for themselves of the bond between humans and cats that transcends life itself. Your tributes to your own Special Ca
Cat Grooming - How the Experts Perform Wet Baths to Their Kitten and Cat - Part 2
The jelly will bother her to the extent that she will keep trying to wipe it off and so interfere with your being able to bathe her. She will probably spread it through her coat as well. Place a rubber mat or towel in the bottom of the sink.