There are a few things that can make cats really uncomfortable, and present a problem for the pet's owner, and of them identifying a case of UTI without resorting to the veterinarian's help presents challenges.Cats are thought to be behaving strangely, for instance when the source of the p
It seems that some cats enjoy the feel of litter, and for no reason at all, they will hang around in their litter box. Does your cat seem to use his litter box as a playground? It might be in play, or it might be more.
Since the cat accessories are important one for pet lovers especially cat lovers, they come with different level of quality and correct price. Usually these types of cat furniture are made by cat furniture technicians and car furniture professionals.
Cats bite for a variety of reasons, most commonly when they are ill and when scared. Because of their long, slender teeth, cat bites are hard to clean and can be a breeding ground for infection. Treating and soaking the wound as soon as possible will minimize the risk of developing an infection.
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Trapping cats in barns or outbuildings is often the only way to contain the animals for veterinarian treatment or relocation. The same type of trap can be used to capture raccoons or skunks. The wooden trap can be built with limited carpentry skills and common hand and power tools.
Hairball blockages in cats are a much more serious concern than a standard hairball. Typically, hair consumed by a cat either through hunting or grooming passes down the digestive tract with the rest of the cat's food. Sometimes a clump of matted fur is unable to pass and is thrown up by the cat. In
A cat's paw pads may be burned because of exposure to heat or chemicals. The burns may be severe or mild, depending on the time of exposure and the intensity of the burn's cause. The cat will lick the wounded pads, and they will be red, blistered and swollen. In severe cases, the cat may suffer from
Though cats in different countries have different life styles, in part because of different climates, the one thing most cats of the world all have in common is that they universally love - and are loved by their humans. We honor cats of the world here, to embrace both their differences and their si
Centuries ago, pet grooming is one of the many favorite past time of the rich and elite class of the society. It has been considered as an expensive activity. But now, because of overwhelming number of pet stores and pet supply shops escalates the awareness of people to care more for their pets. Two
Nearly 40 million households own one or more cats. Many of these feline owners claim that their cats actually own them, being fiercely independent, and at times aloof. However, there are moments when cats become affectionate, purring and rolling at your feet or perhaps licking and grooming your hair
What you need to do is make the texture of the area which you want unscratched to be sticky or metallic because this will stop your cat scratching the furniture. You can use shelf paper with the sticky end facing outwards therefore if they decide they want to scratch that place they will find their
An eight week old stray kitten showed up at my door one day sick and hungry. I pledged it my love and my home and rushed it to the vet. After at least two trips to the vets office and medication for a cold, my kitten seemed to be on track to a full recovery. Until, that is, I noticed I had started t
Pets automatically become close to us just like our families. Hence, we need to give care and attention to them and for this their health should be taken care of well.
It's a strange sight:a cat happily walking on a leash.If you remember the first time you put a collar on your kitten, then you are probably thinking that leash training is impossible.Although cats are strong willed and often stubborn, with a little patience and practice getting your cat to walk
Ringworm, also called dermatophytosis, is not a worm; it is an infection caused by a contagious fungus that affects skin, nails and hair in cats. Microsporum canis, the species of ringworm most common in cats, can be prevented by vaccination.
An abscess occurs when your cat has a puncture wound, most often from a bite or scratch inflicted by another cat. The wound created by the injury seals over quickly and bacteria are trapped inside the body. A pus-filled pocket is formed beneath your cat's skin. This painful lump is referred to as an
A cat condo can meet several of your cat's needs, including a vertical area for scratching, a comfortable, high perch for resting and a quiet, enclosed area for hiding. Cat condos can be expensive to buy and you may not be able to find one that suits your space. An alternative is to make your own ca