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Cat Breeds Picture Gallery: Darla, Manx Cat

September is a month of variety in both climate and activities. It is still warm enough for summer activities, while cooler evenings bring a hint of fall. It is a perfect month from celebrating a variety of cat breeds, and we dedicate the September Cats Picture Calendar to photos of a number of pedi

Cats Bladder Infections - Are Natural Remedies the Way to Go?

Cat bladder infections need to be quickly addressed since urinary problems can be serious in cats.Because of this, providing an added level of support and prevention via the use of a homeopathic supplement makes sense.They are safe and easily mixed with your cat's food.Cat bladder infections na

What Is the Best Way to Remove Cat Hair From Bedding?

Cat owners have an ongoing battle with cat hair. Many cat owners don't mind the constant vacuuming and brushing of their felines to keep the fur around the house under control. Other cat owners would prefer a little less fur, especially in places like the bed which can trigger allergies and asthma.

UTI in Cats - A Birds Eye View

Those of us who have experienced UTI in cats many times over are able to recognize the signs and symptoms fairly easily, at least most of the time. But for those who are new to either UTI in cats or are new pet owners the picture can be a little hazy, and honestly quite confusing.

How Do I Remove Cat Dander From the Upholstery?

Keeping your home clean of fur and dander when you have a cat can be difficult but necessary, especially when you or other family members suffer from allergies. Even though cat dander tends to be stickier than other animals' dander, it is manageable.

How to Keep Your Cat Off the Kitchen Counters

Counter-surfing is a common problem with cats, not only for the cats' safety, but for sanitary reasons. Most hazardous is the potential burning of a cat's feet on an electric burner, or the toxicity of certain human foods, such as onions, or chocolate.

How To Stop a Puppy From Attacking The Cat

If your puppy is attacking your cat, and your puppy is younger than 4 to 5 months old, most likely the puppy is acting in play rather than aggression. The good news is that introducing a dog to a cat when the dog is still a puppy, usually means that the puppy can be taught to live peacefully with fe

At-Home Cat Hair Ball Relief

Most cats, both long-haired and short-haired, develop hairballs. These little wet balls of fur are caused by a cat's bathing process. Cats will typically bathe themselves, and their kittens, several times a day in order to remove any stray hairs or debris that might be found on their coat. This fur

Cat Baths - How to Bath Your Cat at Home

Bathing tips - The dreaded bath is perhaps the most difficult act of love for any cat owner to make. By now, you will probably respect the long standing hatred of water that most cats harbour and unfortunately for you, there might be a time when you have to give your cat a bath anyway. Really, there

Natural Ways to Remove Pet Urine

Even house-trained pets sometimes have accidents.dog image by Mat Hayward from Fotolia.comEven the best house-trained pet sometimes has an accident--especially young and elderly animals. If you’re going to share your home with a dog, cat, or other creature, you must be prepared to...

Causes of Rapid Weight Loss in Older Cats

Advances in veterinary medicine and specialized pet foods have added years to the lives of family cats, with many living well into their teens and twenties. As your cat ages, you may notice some physical changes, particularly weight loss, that will need to be looked into by a vet.

Food for Cats With Allergies

According to Pet Education, about 10 percent of allergies in cats and dogs are due to food allergies. In addition, food allergies are the cause of about 57 percent of scratching problems in cats.

Symptoms of Hemorroids in Cats

Feline hemorrhoids is more common in older cats.cat face image by Viktor Korpan from Fotolia.comHemorrhoids are a medical condition associated with swelling or inflammation of the veins or blood vessels of the soft tissues around the lower rectum or anus. Hemorrhoids are not unique to...

Does Your Cat Have A Urinary Tract Infection? Get Help Naturally

Veterinarians are always hearing from patients that "my cat has a urinary infection." This problem is common and caused by bacteria that enters the urethra, the same tube that carries urine from the body. At the first sign of any urinary problem, such as straining when urinating or cat blo

How to Dispose of Kitty Litter

When you keep a cat indoors, you have to provide a place for your kitty to do its business. Otherwise they might pick a less desirable spot, such as your bed. Most indoor cat owners use a litter box that has clumping clay litter in the bottom. Once the cat has used the box, you need to dispose of th

Cutest Cat Contest Picture Gallery: Poodi

Is your cat the cutest cat in the world? About.com is pleased to announce the Cutest Cat Picture Contest. Please read the rules carefully, then submit your Cutest Cat photo by following these Guidelines.

Our Crazy Kittens

From the moment my husband and I collected two eight week old kittens from our local cat shelter, our lives turned upside down.When Sara, the lady who runs the shelter and who had kept the kittens (six in all) and their mother at her house, had difficulty catching our two, I knew we were in for trou

Moons & Planets: Video Series

The physics of planets and moons can help us learn more about how are universe operates. Find out more information about the wonders of these celestial bodies with help from an educational professional in this free video series.

Reduce Thickening in Cat Bladder Walls

Cat bladder thickening is the result of an over extended bladder due to the inability to urinate frequently and with enough force. The condition can be caused by infection, crystal formation, stones and other less common problems which result in problem urination. The problem can be helped in part b