Cats
December 2nd, 2011
Cats mark their territory by spraying urine. Although not a house training issue, steps can be taken to eliminate this problem, but you need to know the reason behind it first. To find out the cause of cats spraying, you’ll have to take the time to observe your cat. You can sometimes solve the problem just by watching them and noticing anything that stresses them out.
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November 30th, 2011
Not only can pets be companions and ‘best friends,’ but they can also encourage you to exercise as well. Taking them on daily walks is as good for you as it is for them. Health benefits derived from having a cat or a dog have been documented now for some time. It has been discovered that there is a strong connection between pets and stress relief, besides improving other significant health issues.
November 29th, 2011
When cats mark their territory with small amounts of urine, it is called spraying or urine marking. This is not a house-training problem but a marking of territory. Here are a few reasons that cause cats spraying:
> marking their territory
> letting other cats know that are sexually available
> stressful situations
> change of location
Although sometimes neutering works in these situations, it isn’t always effective. There is a small percentage of cats that won’t stop marking even after they have been neutered. If a male cat is neutered, the urine odor is removed and he will be less likely to mark.
November 26th, 2011
If you have a pet that wanders off occasionally, you may be interested to know that there is a GPS device that can track stray or lost animals. This new technology can track your pet’s movements and let you know their location by sending a message to your cell phone, mobile device, or computer. Although at this time, the boundary range is limited, they can be a wonderful tool when pets step out of the parameters you set.
There are several brands to choose from that attach to pet collars. If your pet is adventurous, tends to wander, or if there could be a chance they could escape while traveling, this is a device owners should look into.
Thousands of pets go missing every year. This GPS tracking system for pets could be a solution to that problem for many pet owners.
November 13th, 2011
Siamese cats are very energetic and need lots of attention. They can be quite demanding and love to be included in everything you do. Their strong character and affectionate nature are very endearing to most cat owners.
Although sociable and outgoing, these cats can sometimes be temperamental. When they want to stop playing, they sometimes swipe their paw, letting you know they have had enough. If they want attention, Siamese cats can get quite vocal using their loud voice which is similar to the cry of a baby.
Because they are highly active, it is best not to leave Siamese cats on their own for long periods of time. They have a warm, loving nature so they enjoy being around people and will often bond strongly with one person.
October 15th, 2011
Although cats cannot see in complete darkness, they only need 1/6 of the amount of light that humans do.
They see 6 times better than humans at night due to the fact that they have an extra layer of cells that act like a mirror, reflecting light back through the retina, increasing the available light to the photoreceptors.
October 6th, 2011
Cats have scent glands that produce pheromones.
These scent glands are on their front paws, the base of the tail, on their mouth, chin, forehead, and along their tails.
When they rub up against people and other items, they are marking them as theirs. They also use these glands to mark their territory.
October 4th, 2011
If your cat is pregnant and you’re not sure how to take care of her, you will need some expert advice to avoid any complications. To keep your cat and her kittens healthy, you’ll want to find out what steps need to be taken when she’s expecting, and during and after delivery.
Pregnancy in cats lasts an average of 63 days or 9 weeks. Your cat can have a litter of one to eight kittens with the average being between two and five. A vet will be able to tell you beforehand how many kittens to expect.
There are certain signs to look for when your cat is about to give birth. She will become less active, but more restless, she may start the nesting process, and cry out like she is in heat. Your cat will require a quiet area that will give her the privacy that she needs, with water and food close by. The actual delivery can take from two to six hours depending on certain factors.
October 3rd, 2011Here are some interesting facts about cat’s whiskers:
- A cat has 24 whiskers. There are four rows on each side.
- Muscles move the two upper rows independently from the bottom two rows.
- They use their whiskers for measuring distances and checking out their environment.
- They can detect air movements.
- Indicator of cat’s feelings.
August 25th, 2011
There could be an underlying reason when it comes to cats urinating outside the litter box. Certain health conditions like kidney disease and urinary tract infections can cause this problem. To begin with, it is important to rule out any health problems that could be present.
The reasons why cats contract urinary tract infections are that they don’t drink enough water, and most store-bought cat food has a high ash content which can cause crystals to build up in the urethra. Both of these together can lead to life-threatening conditions. It may be that a little medication and a change in your cat’s diet are all that is needed to put an end to this problem. These serious illnesses need to be ruled out before any other action is taken. A visit to the vet is the number one step to take when trying to find out how to stop cats urinating outside the litter box.
