Archive for September, 2007

You may think that cats are very aloof, independent and likely untrainable to do some tricks, but think again. With the proper training habits and system, you will engage them in every fun activity you may like especially during playtime.

Kittens love to play as well as adult cats. But they want you to interact with them during playtime.

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Cats are neat animals. They are also intelligent enough to be trained. Given those characteristics, it will be very easy for owners to teach their pets. Here are some tips to guide owners in training their cats to use litter boxes.

1. Cleanliness is a must for cats.

Sometimes, even if the cat is already trained in using litter boxes, the owner usually finds his pet urinating or defecating just a few inches away from the litter box. The cat wants to use the litter box, and this can be proven by the proximity of the waste to the litter box. However, because the litter box is dirty, the cat opted not to use it.

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Taking care of a cat can both be a rewarding and frustrating experience.

The rewarding part is coming home to a cute, furry little creature whose antics can bring a smile to your face.

The frustrating part is trying to house-train and litter train them.

You can get over the frustrating part by starting them young.

Once you have a kitten that you plan to take home as a pet, you may start house-training them. Crate training is one of the most effective ways to do this.

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There is more to cats than the cuddly and lovable pets who purr on one corner of the house. At times, they can be a menace to housekeeping too. Scratches in furniture, broken ornaments, and ruined stockings are just a few things that misbehaving cats can do.

There are reasons why cats misbehave. And by knowing these reasons, cat owners can be capable of controlling their pets’ actions.

Here are some things about cats which cause misbehaviors together with tips on how to make them behave.

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Cat training is not always easy, but it is possible if you want to have a well trained cat that will add a lot of fun, joy and laughter to your family. A cat that is not properly trained will not understand what is acceptable and what is not, which is why cat training is so important to both the cat and his/her owner.

It is much easier to instill good habits on a kitten as opposed to an older cat, which is something that every cat owner should take into consideration prior to selecting a new addition to their family. It is thus best to begin your cat training as early as possible.

Well first, let us at some basic fundamentals when training your cat:

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These days, Persian cats are among the most popular breeds of cat. Well known for their gentle and sweet personalities and their long hair, Persian cats have very attractive features. They are great companions for virtually anyone, and not very demanding. Unlike other breeds, such as the Siamese breed, Persian breeds need very little attention.

Although white is the color normally associated with Persian cats, they actually come in a variety of other colors as well. During competitions, they are divided into seven color divisions – solid, silver and gold, tabby, shaded and smoke, particolor, bicolor, and Himalayan. No matter what color of Persian cat it may be, they are best noticed during competitions by their long and flowing coats.

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Check out this video of a cat flushing the toilet. This is awesome. Enjoy!

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Here’s a funny cat video which I found on youtube. Enjoy!

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Another case of a pit bull attacking other pets. Can someone put a stop to all these madness? The authorities should lay down stiffer penalties for dog owners guilty of letting their dogs roam wild.

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Check out this report on ear infections on cats. Veterinarians are seeing more cases of ear infections which is getting more common.

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Angora Cat

Named after the capital city of Turkey where this breed first originated, this breed was then imported to France where they contribute to the development of the Longhair. Surprisingly, they were left to decline and later vanished. The modern Agora cat in Britain is the result of a breeding program that involved the Oriental Shorthairs which carried the longhair gene.

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Playful, Friendly

 

 

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The origins of the American Wirehair can be traced back to a red and white kitten born on a farm in Verona, New York State, in the 1960s. Although cats with wiry coats were reported in Europe before 1960s, none was establishes as a breed. Later, American Wirehair cats are cross breed with American Shorthair to further develop the breed. This breed is rarely encountered outside the USA and an American Wirehair cat with curly whiskers is highly valued in its homeland.

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Playful, Active

 

 

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The forefathers of modern days American Sorthair cat comes from shorthair cats onboard ships on the way to America during the early years of exploration and settlement. These ancient forefathers were prized for their ability to hunt down rodents and keeping the ships rodent free. Over the years, the American Sorthair cats became well established in the early settlements and have evolved marginally in appearance from their ancestors.

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Independent

 

 

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If you are thinking of adopting a cat or kitten, you can check out this website to find out more.

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What a journey! Do cats really have 9 lives? This cat managed to avoid cars, planes and poison planted to killed rats. Maybe someone can shoot an animation on this, could be a future blockbuster, you know!

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