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How to Build a Cat House Out of Wood

Although many cat owners may not realize it, cats love to have shelter and places of sanctuary just as dogs do. Building them a little house with a comfortable padding or blanket inside is perfect for your cat and does not take too long to create. It may take a couple of weeks for the cat to become

Keeping Cat Litter Clean With a Good Cat Litter Mat

If you own a pet cat then you are probably already familiar with your kitty's behavior. Cat litter is one of the essential supplies that you will need in order to make cat care easy and convenient. Without cat litter, taking care of your cat would be a full-time stressful job.

Prevention of Heartworm Disease In Cats

Heartworm disease in cats is widespread and life threatening. There is no cure for heartworm disease, but there are four drugs that can prevent heartworm disease in cats.

To Declaw or Not to Declaw?

When the subject of declawing comes up among cat owners and cat lovers, conversation can become very heated. People seem to have strong feelings either pro or con on declawing. For as many reasons one might find to declaw their cat, there are as many reasons not to do it. If you are wrestling with t

Guidelines On How To Groom Your Cat

Cats spend most of their time by grooming themselves through licking dirt and excess fur on their coat. But, we all know that this is not enough. We should know how to properly brush and comb their fur. Basically, short-haired cats are much easier to groom than the long-haired ones. That is why we h

TV Cats Picture Gallery: Billy, Jaspurr, and Joey

Indoor cats sometimes become bored, and television can often be entertaining to them, if the program material is cat-approved. Wildlife programs are a favorite, but the coming trend is 'kitty' TV - DVDs and video tapes made with cats' entertainment in mind. Do your cats watch TV? Enjo

Stop Cat Spraying - Understand Why and How to Stop Cats Spraying Behavior

Cats are near and dear to my heart because they are such a delight to have as pets, but they do come with some challenges. One of the most annoying problems that can almost destroy the relationship between cat and owner is urine marking. How do you stop cat spraying? Find out why this behavior occur

How to Keep a Cat out of Landscaping

Anyone who has ever spent countless hours installing landscaping and maintaining his property, only to find that it has been dug up by a stray cat, knows how disappointing such a discovery can be. Not only does it mean that you will need to spend more time and energy restoring all of your hard work,

Introducing a New Pet Into an Existing Cat or Dog Home

While adding a new furry family member may sound like fun, there are some things you should do to make sure it is a good fit for your family. It is always a good idea to start with a bit of research on the new breed you are considering adding to your home.

Toss The Litter Box - Toilet Train Your Feline

Often times, the mere smell of someone's home will reveal whether or not they own a cat. There may not be much worse than the putrid smell of a dirty litter box emanating within a home. Many people would jump at just a chance to eliminate the stench of cat waste altogether.

Cat Picture of the Week: Asher

For several years now, About.com Cats has featured a Cat Picture of the Week, and this year is no exception. Photos are chosen from submittals to any of the *other* picture galleries on this site (most often from the featured gallery of the month). My criteria is the quality of the photo, and the ca

History of Cats

For centuries in Europe the cat was seen as evil and feared, particularly black ones who were always associated with witches and believed to be in league with the devil. Persecution was so fife that by 1400AD the cat was almost extinct in many parts of Europe.

Problems with a Cat's Ears

A cat's hearing is one of the most highly developed of her senses, yet ear health is one of the most overlooked areas of her well-being. Cats with ear problems will spend their time scratching at their ears, and tilting and shaking their heads. Over time, ear problems can lead to infections that s

Watching For Signs of Illness in Your Cat

Are you feeling concerned about the health of your cat?Even if your kitty seems to be relatively healthy, recognizing poor health or early signs of illness is important in order to make certain your cat is as healthy as possible.By looking for a few signs and symptoms of illness, you will be more li

Cat Antibiotics And How They Are Used - What You Must Know

What antibiotics can be given to a cat? The most common answer to that question is that it should be a broad spectrum penicillin-type drug such as amoxicillin or ampicillin. These are supposed to be effective on a wide range of infections and microorganisms. So now that we have the common answer, le

Natural Pain Medications for Cats

Like people, your cat's health is affected by stress, unhealthy lifestyle and poor nutrition. Your cat may be suffering from an infection or illness causing it pain. If you are concerned with the medications your vet has recommended consider a natural approach.Ginger RootA few drops of...

2008 Cat Olympics Picture Gallery: McChuff, Power Sleeping Event

Cats all over the world have been perfecting their skills at Cat Olympic events, such as Synchronized Sleeping, Power Yawning, Sumo Wrestling, and Broad Jumps. Unlike human Olympics, which are of a short duration, the 2008 Cat Olympics will continue through the end of the year. New entries are welco

How to Comfort a Cat in Heat

Although most non-breeding female cats (queens) are spayed before their first heat (estrus), an adopted stray or a cat you're cat sitting might surprise you by going into heat. A cat in heat yowls, rolls on the floor and continually tries to get outside. It's annoying to people and not particularly

Myths & Facts About Spaying & Neutering

Spaying and neutering pets is crucial for controlling animal populations and reducing the number of shelter animals in need of homes. Unfortunately, many people fail to spay and neuter their pets. Many times pet owners opt against having pets spayed and neutered because of the many myths and misconc

Remedies for a Cat With a Cold

Your cat has begun to sneeze and become congested and you're afraid he has a cold. You do want to help your cat feel better. Take him to the vet and get a definite diagnosis of an upper respiratory infection (URI). Your vet will advise you to make your cat as comfortable as you can. You also have so