In addition to poisonous plants, gardens can pose a number of poisoning hazards. Be a garden guardian—keep these substances away from pets. Baits Rodent, snail and slug baits are often used to keep pests at bay. But if ingested, these poisons are extremely harmful to pets. They are highly toxic and, without immediate veterinary attention, [...]
Thursday, September 23, 2010
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When you decide to add a new cat to your home, it’s normally more exciting for you and your family than it is for the cat you already own. Although most cats are solitary by nature, most will also come to accept or eventually tolerate any additions. Cats can be very territorial, which is why [...]
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
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Cats tend to be individuals. They like to do things at their own convenience and without any regard for their owners. If a cat wants to come when it is called, it might or it might not, depending on its mood and what it is doing at the time. However, there are things that you [...]
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
One of the most annoying things about cats is their scratching. Cats have been known to destroy furniture, drapes and screens. They instinctively scratch. It is in their nature to do so. What can you as cat owner do to prevent your things from being destroyed? The first thing to do is to understand exactly [...]
Mon, Nov 8, 2010
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There are a lot of “experts” out there who say that cats are strictly independent animals. These very same experts state that cats have chosen to associate with humans due to their strategy of survival. Although many argue with this statement, there are many that agree as well – although those that agree are normally [...]
Mon, Nov 1, 2010
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In the event of a pet poisoning emergency, remain calm. It’s important that you keep a level head so that you can properly assess the situation and communicate clearly with your veterinarian. Scan the Surroundings Get a handle on the situation by following these guidelines: Safely remove any remaining poisonous material from your pet’s [...]
Sun, Oct 17, 2010
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Anytime your cat backs himself up to a door or other object in your house, lifts his tail, and releases urine – you have a problem. This problem is known as spraying, and is very common with intact cats kept indoors. Even though it is a very annoying problem, it’s a problem that can be [...]
Wed, Oct 6, 2010
Cats use their claws for various purposes. The claws are important to cats, as they are an essential part of balancing. If you’ve ever noticed a cat jumping and latching on to a high object, you’ve probably noticed that he uses his claws to pull himself up. When climbing trees, cats tend to use their [...]
Thu, Aug 5, 2010
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Cats that live in the wild have to rip and tear their food. Not a very elegant way to eat but it does remove most of the plaque and tartar that builds up on their teeth. Cats that live in our homes do not, as a general rule, have to do this. Dry foods will [...]
Monday, November 1, 2010
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