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Black Cats Lore
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Black cats play a major role in folklore, superstition, and mythology. Black cats in the middle ages were believed to be witches' familiars, and some people even believed them to be witches incarnate. Depending on your area of the world, black cats can mean either good or bad luck. Explore the mythology and lore about black cats, witches, and other beliefs that carry on in the 21st century, especially around Halloween.
Feline Asthma
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Feline asthma may be overlooked because it appears the cat is trying to cough up a hairball, but in fact, is in the throes of an asthma attack. Learn more about the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and management of an asthmatic cat.
Maine Coon Cat Picture Gallery: Mordacai
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Equally at home with children, dogs, or older persons, the Maine Coon is an ideal pet, handily earning its status as the second most popular breed in America, as well as it's fond nickname, "The Gentle Giant." Who can resist? Once you've cast your eyes on the beauty of a Maine Coon, you may never look at cats the same way again. Enjoy this picture gallery of exquisite Maine Coon cats.
How to Cat-Proof Your Home
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Getting a new cat? You will need to cat-proof your home before bringing home the newcomer. Here are some tricks for making your home safer for your cat, while protecting your valuables.
Kitten Care Lesson Four
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
You'll find that cats are a lot easier than dogs in the grooming and maintenance department, because they do a lot of the work for you. However, your time spent here can avoid many potential problems and health risks, such as hairballs, dental and mouth problems, and physical distress due to tiny vicious critters such as mites and fleas. Lesson 4 in an online course on Kitten Care
Bathe a Cat With a Minimum ...
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
how to bathe a cat with a minimum of fuss and bother, from your About guide to Cats
Maine Coon Cat Picture Gallery: Romeo
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Equally at home with children, dogs, or older persons, the Maine Coon is an ideal pet, handily earning its status as the second most popular breed in America, as well as it's fond nickname, "The Gentle Giant." Who can resist? Once you've cast your eyes on the beauty of a Maine Coon, you may never look at cats the same way again. Enjoy this picture gallery of exquisite Maine Coon cats.
Cat Age Conversion Chart
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
A handy chart for converting your cat's age to human years.
So Your Cat is Pregnant
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
So your cat turned up pregnant or a pregnant stray adopted you. Where do you go from here? Here is help in deciding whether to let the pregnancy continue or to opt for spaying and abortion.
Tell if Your Female Cat is ...
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Female cats that are not spayed will eventually come into heat, and the signs are not entirely ambiguous. Here are some behavioral symptoms to look for if you suspect your diva is in heat.
Signs of Pregnancy
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
If a cat was in heat and had access to a tom cat (unneutered male), the likelihood that she is pregnant is very strong. Learn to recognize the physical and behavioral signs a cat is pregnant.
Life Expectancy of Cats
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
How long is the common cat supposed to live? Questions and answers from the About Guide to Cats
Cats Photo Quiz - Boy Cat or Girl Cat
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
So you think you can tell a male or female cat by their looks? Test your skills with this cats picture quiz, boy vs girl cats. It may not be as easy as you think
Cat Behavior 101
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Behavioral problems in cats, such as avoiding the litterbox, excessive meowing and other attention-seeking behavior, biting and painful or destructive scratching can be corrected by first eliminating physical causes, then instituting a program of gradual retraining, with the help of these resources. Remember that there are no bad cats, only uninformed cat caregivers.
Tracking First Six Weeks
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Part 2 of a series on tracking the development of a kitten from birth to one year: what to expect. This part discusses the all-important first six weeks.
Tracking Kittens Six Weeks
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
The all-important first six weeks in a cat's life will do much in determining his personality and character for the rest of his life. Kittens will probably never grow again at the remarkable rate they accomplish during this period, and seeing the changes in their development from week to week is an incredible experience.
He Peed WHERE?
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Cats urinating outside the litterbox is cited as one of the main reasons for surrendering cats to animal shelters. You can rid your house of cat urine odor and retrain your cat to the litterbox by using the tips in this article.
Top Mistakes of Cat Owners
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Before adopting a cat for the first time, do your homework to avoid these top mistakes made by new at owners. By avoiding these mistakes, you and your cat will have a much better chance at a happy long-term relationship.
Convert Cat's Age to Human ...
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
How to determine your cat's age in human years, including an attached conversion chart.
Bottle-Feed a Newborn Kitten
Cat Related Items - Wed, 08/18/2010 - 10:18
Step-by-step instructions for bottle-feeding a newborn kitten, including precautions to take, helpful tips, and the follow-through you'll need to provide as a surrogate cat mother.