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Although cats are common pets, they still require specialized care. Find out how to keep Whiskers happy and healthy here.

How To Foster Animals

 
 
 
 
 
April 25, 2009
You can provide a foster shelter for abused animals in your home. Learn how you can give them a better life.

How To Find a Pet Hotel

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
Pet hotels are not that difficult to find if you know where to look, you should be able to find one in your city or town.

How To Travel Safely with a Cat

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2009
Traveling with your cat is possible if you prepare for the trip in advance. Learn what to have available so your pet will travel well by car or air.

How To Protect Your Cat from Cat Diseases

 
 
 
 
 
April 10, 2009
Do you remember when people would tell you it’s a big responsibility to own a pet? More specifically, your pet cats need more than just a scratching pos—it needs protection...

Treat Kitten Constipation

 
 
 
 
 
March 19, 2009
Kittens are much like human babies in respect to their little digestive systems that are still developing after they are born and their not yet fully functional. Because their...

Choose the Right Cat Food

 
 
 
 
 
March 19, 2009
As a cat owner, you understand that you must choose the right cat food in order for your feline to be in good health. However, you also know that while you may choose the right...

Treat Cat Constipation

 
 
 
 
 
March 19, 2009
Treating cat constipation can be easy to do if not caused by a more serious condition. If you notice that your cat has a lack of bowel movements, is lethargic, or has a decreased...

How To Treat Pet Arthritis

 
 
 
 
 
March 14, 2009
Knowing how to treat pet arthritis is very important when trying to make sure your pet stays pain free. Pet arthritis is one of the most common diseases found in older animals....

Treat Flea Bites on Your Cat

 
 
 
 
 
March 11, 2009
Is your cat scratching obsessively? She or he might have fleas. Fleas not only feed on your cat's blood, but on yours, too. Here are some easy, effective ways to treat flea bites...

How To Deal with Hairballs

 
 
 
 
 
March 7, 2009
Cats are known for their soft fur, but his fur can result in hairballs. Cats groom themselves using their tongues, and as a result they ingest the dead, loose hair. Most of this...

How To Control Feline Parasites

 
 
 
 
 
March 7, 2009
Feline parasites include fleas and ear mites as well as internal parasites like heartworm, round worms, and hook worms. In fact, many cats are infested with some type of internal...

Care for Ragdoll Cats

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009

Care for Siamese Cats

 
 
 
 
 
March 5, 2009
The Siamese cat is a very regal cat breed, with a rich history. Originally from Thailand, the Siamese is the oldest recognized breed of cats, and is highly intelligent. Caring...

How To Clip Your Cat's Claws

 
 
 
 
 
February 25, 2009
Clipping your cat’s claws is necessary if you want to avoid scratches on your walls, your furniture, and yourself. Shorter claws mean that your cat will not scratch everything...

How To Care For Feline Teeth

 
 
 
 
 
January 21, 2009
As a pet owner, it is important to keep your pet healthy and happy. Many people overlook dental health when caring for their cat, but this is actually one of the most important...

How To Bathe Your Cat

 
 
 
 
 
December 23, 2008
While you may think that all that licking keeps your kitty clean, there are still times that a cat needs a bath. The idea of mixing water with sharp claws and kitty teeth may be...

How To Bathe a Cat

 
 
 
 
 
December 9, 2008
Bathing a cat can be hard! Cats hate getting wet. Luckily, they are usually good about keeping themselves clean. But if your cat has fleas or has gotten especially dirty, you'll...

How To Help Your Cat Lose Weight

 
 
 
 
 
October 1, 2008
Is your cat’s belly rubbing on the ground? Your veterinarian will be able to confirm that your cat is simply in need of a diet vs. battling a real health concern, such as trouble...

How To Choose a Cat Sitter

 
 
 
 
 
July 12, 2008
Finding someone to care for your pets while you are gone can be a challenge, and in the case of a cat sitter, picking the perfect person can be even more difficult. By keeping...

How To Groom Your Cat

 
 
 
 
 
July 10, 2008
Grooming your cat will help eliminate dead hair, stimulate bloodflow to the skin, and serve as a great bonding activity.

How To Prepare for a Pregnant Cat

 
 
 
 
 
May 20, 2008
Wow, your cat has been very vocal lately. She’s meowing loudly and demanding your attention. Her eating habits have changed, and she doesn’t seem hungry. You have also noticed...

How To Care for a Blind Cat

 
 
 
 
 
February 22, 2008
Caring for the blind cat is mainly common sense. Make sure he is safe and free from dangers.

How To Groom a Long-Haired Cat

 
 
 
 
 
February 22, 2008
In this article I will go through a step by step process to grooming a long-haired cat. I am a pet groomer with extensive experience in cat training, and will take your through...

How To Make Money as a Young Teen

 
 
 
 
 
February 22, 2008
When you are young and can't get a job at a store or restaurant such as McDonald's, it can be hard to make money. As tough as it is to make a dent in the moneymaking world,...

How To Keep Your Pet Safe During the Holidays

 
 
 
 
 
December 19, 2007
Christmas and other holidays can be fun for the whole family - pets included. However, there are some common hazards that may threaten your pet's well-being. Dogs, cats, rabbits,...

How To Feed Your Pet Safely

 
 
 
 
 
October 31, 2007
Having a snack or a meal may attract your pet's attention, which would also involve some mooching. Well, before thinking about sharing your food with your favorite pal, be aware...

How To Clean a Cat

 
 
 
 
 
September 13, 2007
Cats are famously fastidious groomers; usually, they take care of themselves just fine. Sometimes, however, you may wish to be involved; here's how to make it painless and successful...

How To Groom a Cat

 
 
 
 
 
March 14, 2007
Would you want to bathe using your tongue on a daily basis? I didn't think so. But that's exactly what cats do. You'll never hear them complaining about it, either...

How To Cope with the Loss of a Pet

 
 
 
 
 
January 16, 2007
There's no easy way to cope with the loss of a pet, nor should you try to bypass the natural grieving process. Always remember, you're not alone. Everyone who's ever...

How To Help Your Pet Cope with the Loss of Another Pet

 
 
 
 
 
January 12, 2007
Coping with the death of a beloved pet is very difficult for all of us, requiring lengthy sessions of grieving, feelings of emptiness and not just a few tears. But we often forget...

How To Choose a Veterinarian

 
 
 
 
 
November 30, 2006
For those of us who love our pets, choosing the right veterinarian can be a big decision. There are several things you can do to ensure that you find a doctor you are comfortable...

How To Choose the Right Pet Boarding Kennel

 
 
 
 
 
November 14, 2006
Choosing your pet's home away from home while you are gone is one of the more important choices you can make for them. Many people do not realize the extreme differences in...

Feline Herpes: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention

 
 
 
 
 
October 24, 2006
Is your cat showing symptoms of feline herpes? Use these treatment options to care for cats with herpes, including eye and coughing problems.

How To Identify and Treat Feline Kidney Disease

 
 
 
 
 
September 29, 2006
Feline kidney disease is extremely common in older cats but can develop in younger cats. Cats that develop kidney disease do not begin to show symptoms until they have lost approximately...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Leukemia

 
 
 
 
 
September 11, 2006
Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) causes feline leukemia, a type of cancer, as well as many other disorders including lymphoma, immune system suppression, anemia, gastrointestinal disorders,...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Pancreatitis

 
 
 
 
 
June 14, 2006
Feline pancreatitis is a serious disease that can be dangerous as well as painful for your cat. What is pancreatitis? It is a swelling of the pancreas, an organ that produces...

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus | Symptoms and Treatments

 
 
 
 
 
June 10, 2006
Are you concerned your cat may have feline HIV (also known as FIV)? Here are the signs and symptoms of cat HIV and how to treat them.

How To Identify and Treat Feline Constipation

 
 
 
 
 
June 9, 2006
Treating feline constipation is knowing the symptoms & cure. We’ll even name the causes like food, hydration, etc. Learn how to care for your cats.

How To Identify and Treat Feline Ear Mites

 
 
 
 
 
June 2, 2006
Is your kitten scratching his ears a lot? It just might be caused by cat ear mites! Learn how to rid your cats of these feline parasites.

How To Care for Older Cats

 
 
 
 
 
May 28, 2006
Older cats are more sedentary than younger ones, and usually easier housemates, since they are less 'crazy,' but they have unique health issues that you should be aware...

How To Care for Your House Cat

 
 
 
 
 
May 27, 2006
Cats are among the easiest house pets to care for, because they are fairly self-sufficient, as long as they are fed and their litter is changed periodically. But there are a few...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Distemper

 
 
 
 
 
May 26, 2006
Feline distemper, or panleukopenia, is a serious disease most often seen in kittens under age five months. The disease is often fatal in kittens, although older cats may have a...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Inflammatory Bowel Disease

 
 
 
 
 
May 25, 2006
Feline Inflammatory Bowel Disease is one of the most common gastrointestinal diseases in cats. The term actually refers to a group of disorders that cause inflammation of the stomach...

How To Take Care of Kittens

 
 
 
 
 
May 24, 2006
If you've just gotten a kitten, you may be wondering how to care for her and what you should be doing. You may have questions about vaccines, foods, litter boxes and health concerns....

How To Wean a Bottle Fed Kitten

 
 
 
 
 
May 22, 2006
Here are some pointers on how to make the transition as stress-free as possible for both you and your kitten: Once your cat is four weeks old (see # 9), start by making a paste...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Worms

 
 
 
 
 
May 22, 2006
Concerned about feline worms? Learn how to identify tape worms and roundworms, know the symptoms, and discover treatment options for your cat.

How To Identify and Treat Feline Parasites

 
 
 
 
 
May 16, 2006
Feline parasites are divided into two different types: those that live outside the body including fleas, mites, and ticks, and those who live inside the body and include tapeworms,...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Anemia

 
 
 
 
 
May 9, 2006
Like humans, cats can, and often do suffer from anemia. The condition, known as feline anemia, is the result of a low red blood cell count that leads to a reduction of the oxygen...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Squamous Cell Carcinoma

 
 
 
 
 
May 7, 2006
Feline squamous cell carcinoma is a type of cancer that affects the skin of cats, most commonly in and around the facial tissue. The disease is contracted most often in outdoor...

How To Identify and Treat Feline Lymphoma

 
 
 
 
 
May 2, 2006
Cats are more susceptible to lymphoma than humans or other animals, and those who already suffer from feline leukemia are even more likely to contract feline lymphoma. While the...
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