The Tiffany Cat, also known as the Chantilly-Tiffany or the Foreign Longhair, stands out because of its exotic appearance. Originally, its full, silky, semi-long coat appeared only as chocolate brown, but more colors have emerged such as fawn, blue, cinnamon, and lilac. These colors mostly appear self or solid, but newer generations have more varied patterns like tabby, mackerel, and ticked.
It is not only their lustrous coats that make the Tiffany Cat showy and elegant. Their tail is plumed
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Pet Food Recall
I came across this information in an email from Dr Andrew Jones ( *Veterinary Secrets Version 2) and decided to publish it in full here for anyone who uses this brand of pet food. His email begins below.
"I recently read the article on the Christian Science Monitor:
Pet food recall from Diamond Pet Foods has been expanded eight times, triggered an FDA investigation and critique, and now includes cat food.
The company's handling of the salmonella crisis may be even worse.
From the
"I recently read the article on the Christian Science Monitor:
Pet food recall from Diamond Pet Foods has been expanded eight times, triggered an FDA investigation and critique, and now includes cat food.
The company's handling of the salmonella crisis may be even worse.
From the
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Cornish Rex Cat - A Breed Of Domestic Cat With Only An Undercoat
The Cornish Rex Cat is a breed of domestic cat which turns heads whenever it makes an appearance. Unlike domestic cats, it does not have hair, but only the undercoat of down hair. Due to their light coat, they have to be kept indoors most of the time, except in warm weather. They prefer warm spots in a room such as the fireplace, TV's, computer screens and the warmth of your lap. The lap assures them of a cuddle and petting by the owner, which is an added bonus.
The Cornish Rex Cat had its
The Cornish Rex Cat had its
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Oriental Shorthair Cat - An Elegant, Intelligent Indoor Cat
The Oriental Shorthair Cat is part of the Siamese cat family, and this is evident in their very similar body structure. Imagine a typical Siamese cat, add a variety of coat color combinations, and that's what an Oriental Shorthair looks like. It's no surprise that the Oriental Shorthair looks so much like the Siamese - it was bred from the Siamese cat as an attempt to add more variety to their coloring.
The coat colors of the Oriental Shorthair can vary from solid, bicolored, smoky, shaded,
The coat colors of the Oriental Shorthair can vary from solid, bicolored, smoky, shaded,
Cornish Rex Cat - A Breed Of Domestic Cat With Only An Undercoat
The Cornish Rex Cat is a breed of domestic cat which turns heads whenever it makes an appearance. Unlike domestic cats, it does not have hair, but only the undercoat of down hair. Due to their light coat, they have to be kept indoors most of the time, except in warm weather. They prefer warm spots in a room such as the fireplace, TV's, computer screens and the warmth of your lap. The lap assures them of a cuddle and petting by the owner, which is an added bonus.
The Cornish Rex Cat had its
The Cornish Rex Cat had its
Oriental Shorthair Cat - An Elegant, Intelligent Indoor Cat
The Oriental Shorthair Cat is part of the Siamese cat family, and this is evident in their very similar body structure. Imagine a typical Siamese cat, add a variety of coat color combinations, and that's what an Oriental Shorthair looks like. It's no surprise that the Oriental Shorthair looks so much like the Siamese - it was bred from the Siamese cat as an attempt to add more variety to their coloring.
The coat colors of the Oriental Shorthair can vary from solid, bicolored, smoky, shaded,
The coat colors of the Oriental Shorthair can vary from solid, bicolored, smoky, shaded,
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
American Wirehair Cat
The American Wirehair Cat is a domestic cat breed that originated in upstate New York in 1966 as a result of spontaneous mutation of the American Shorthair breed. The mutated kittens caught the attention of Mrs. Joan O'Shea, a local breeder, who bought them from their owner and bred them to produce more American Wirehair kittens which were sold to interested breeders. The breed population increased over time and spread to Canada and Germany, however they are yet to make an appearance in other
Monday, May 14, 2012
American Wirehair Cat
The American Wirehair Cat is a domestic cat breed that originated in upstate New York in 1966 as a result of spontaneous mutation of the American Shorthair breed. The mutated kittens caught the attention of Mrs. Joan O'Shea, a local breeder, who bought them from their owner and bred them to produce more American Wirehair kittens which were sold to interested breeders. The breed population increased over time and spread to Canada and Germany, however they are yet to make an appearance in other
American Wirehair Cat
The American Wirehair Cat is a domestic cat breed that originated in upstate New York in 1966 as a result of spontaneous mutation of the American Shorthair breed. The mutated kittens caught the attention of Mrs. Joan O'Shea, a local breeder, who bought them from their owner and bred them to produce more American Wirehair kittens which were sold to interested breeders. The breed population increased over time and spread to Canada and Germany, however they are yet to make an appearance in other
Friday, May 4, 2012
The British Shorthair Cat - A Popular Breed for Cat Shows
One of the most popular breeds participating in cat shows today is the British Shorthair - but this breed isn't just popular in cat shows. According to the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy in the UK, the British Shorthair cat is also one of the most popular breeds among cat owners. But what is it that makes the British Shorthair so popular?
British Shorthair Cat - A Breed Profile
It's the thick, plush coats that make British Shorthairs stand out. The most common variant comes in a solid
British Shorthair Cat - A Breed Profile
It's the thick, plush coats that make British Shorthairs stand out. The most common variant comes in a solid
Thursday, May 3, 2012
The British Shorthair Cat - A Popular Breed for Cat Shows
One of the most popular breeds participating in cat shows today is the British Shorthair - but this breed isn't just popular in cat shows. According to the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy in the UK, the British Shorthair cat is also one of the most popular breeds among cat owners. But what is it that makes the British Shorthair so popular?
British Shorthair Cat - A Breed Profile
It's the thick, plush coats that make British Shorthairs stand out. The most common variant comes in a solid
British Shorthair Cat - A Breed Profile
It's the thick, plush coats that make British Shorthairs stand out. The most common variant comes in a solid
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Does Your Cat Always Want To Go Out At Night?
Many cats will meow and pester their owners to let them outside at night. Cats are not naturally nocturnal animals, but there are two very important activities which take place primarily at night time. These are hunting and mating.
Many small animals such as mice are most active during night time so this is the obvious time for the cat to be out there to catch some prey. Cats are ideally suited to night time hunting as the pupils in their eyes dilate fully and they have a special
Many small animals such as mice are most active during night time so this is the obvious time for the cat to be out there to catch some prey. Cats are ideally suited to night time hunting as the pupils in their eyes dilate fully and they have a special
Find out more about why Your Cat Always Wants To Go Out At Night...
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
7 Top Tips To Keep Your Cat Healthy
There is a very old and true saying that prevention is better than cure. We do this in so many different ways with our families - most parents have their children vaccinated for polio, German measles, whooping cough and tetanus. We give them vitamin C during winter to keep colds and flu at bay and use sun screen during summer to prevent melanomas.
You can do the same thing with your beautiful cat or kitten. Preventative measures to keep it healthy are much better and certainly cheaper than
You can do the same thing with your beautiful cat or kitten. Preventative measures to keep it healthy are much better and certainly cheaper than
7 Top Tips To Keep Your Cat Healthy
There is a very old and true saying that prevention is better than cure. We do this in so many different ways with our families - most parents have their children vaccinated for polio, German measles, whooping cough and tetanus. We give them vitamin C during winter to keep colds and flu at bay and use sun screen during summer to prevent melanomas.
You can do the same thing with your beautiful cat or kitten. Preventative measures to keep it healthy are much better and certainly cheaper than
You can do the same thing with your beautiful cat or kitten. Preventative measures to keep it healthy are much better and certainly cheaper than
Friday, April 20, 2012
Where Did The Pet Cat Originally Come From
It's been generally recognized that the ancestor of all our pet cats is the African Wild Cat. There have been suggestions of crossbreeding with other cat families. However, the majority of these are based on the physical appearance of our modern pet cat while trying to explain how the huge variety we find in our modern domestic cats could have come from just one ancestor. The African Wild Cat is usually a brown-sandy-grey color. So how could we have the amazing colors we do today in our
Where Did The Pet Cat Originally Come From
It's been generally recognized that the ancestor of all our pet cats is the African Wild Cat. There have been suggestions of crossbreeding with other cat families. However, the majority of these are based on the physical appearance of our modern pet cat while trying to explain how the huge variety we find in our modern domestic cats could have come from just one ancestor. The African Wild Cat is usually a brown-sandy-grey color. So how could we have the amazing colors we do today in our
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Finding A Foster Mother For Your Kittens
If a queen is unable to feed her newborn kittens through illness or for any other reason, it will be necessary to start finding a foster mother for your kittens as soon as possible. In almost every neighborhood at any given time there are usually a number of domestic cats with kittens. Check with your vet to see if he or she knows of any queens in your area and also check with your children or your neighbors children. They often know about any kittens in the area.
This does not mean that any
This does not mean that any
Finding A Foster Mother For Your Kittens
If a queen is unable to feed her newborn kittens through illness or for any other reason, it will be necessary to start finding a foster mother for your kittens as soon as possible. In almost every neighborhood at any given time there are usually a number of domestic cats with kittens. Check with your vet to see if he or she knows of any queens in your area and also check with your children or your neighbors children. They often know about any kittens in the area.
This does not mean that any
This does not mean that any
Thursday, April 12, 2012
My Cat Has Stopped Eating - What Should I Do
If your cat has stopped eating and appears to be losing weight and becoming listless, contact your vet as there could be an underlying medical problem. In renal failure and diseases causing fever, the 'appetite center' in the brain is affected causing the cat to lose interest in food. If the cat has a respiratory illness he may not be able to smell his food which will make him lose interest in it.
Sometimes cats get a toothache, just as we do. And nobody enjoys eating when we have a toothache.
Sometimes cats get a toothache, just as we do. And nobody enjoys eating when we have a toothache.
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My Cat Has Stopped Eating - What Should I Do
If your cat has stopped eating and appears to be losing weight and becoming listless, contact your vet as there could be an underlying medical problem. In renal failure and diseases causing fever, the 'appetite center' in the brain is affected causing the cat to lose interest in food. If the cat has a respiratory illness he may not be able to smell his food which will make him lose interest in it.
Sometimes cats get a toothache, just as we do. And nobody enjoys eating when we have a toothache.
Sometimes cats get a toothache, just as we do. And nobody enjoys eating when we have a toothache.
Find Out More About My Cat Has Stopped Eating - What Should I Do here...
Sunday, April 8, 2012
How Do I Know If I Am Feeding My Cat Enough Food
There is an old saying that a well fed cat is a contented cat. This means that the opposite must also be true as a cat that is still hungry will pester you for more food. However, and there is always an however, some cats can be greedy and demand more food than they actually need.
If you think you are feeding your cat enough but he's still pestering you, try weighing him. To do this hold him while you're on the scales then weigh yourself without him. The difference is his weight. Check the
If you think you are feeding your cat enough but he's still pestering you, try weighing him. To do this hold him while you're on the scales then weigh yourself without him. The difference is his weight. Check the
Find Out More About How Do I Know If I Am Feeding My Cat Enough Food here...
How Do I Know If I Am Feeding My Cat Enough Food
There is an old saying that a well fed cat is a contented cat. This means that the opposite must also be true as a cat that is still hungry will pester you for more food. However, and there is always an however, some cats can be greedy and demand more food than they actually need.
If you think you are feeding your cat enough but he's still pestering you, try weighing him. To do this hold him while you're on the scales then weigh yourself without him. The difference is his weight. Check the
If you think you are feeding your cat enough but he's still pestering you, try weighing him. To do this hold him while you're on the scales then weigh yourself without him. The difference is his weight. Check the
Find Out More About How Do I Know If I Am Feeding My Cat Enough Food here...
Thursday, April 5, 2012
How Many Kittens Should Your Cat Have
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How many kittens should your cat have? With pedigree cats it is fairly rare for the queen to give birth to large litters. Some breeders might wish for larger litters as pedigree kittens can be sold for large sums of money. However, rearing kittens can come with its own set of problems.
With domestic cats, a litter is usually around six kittens. These cats seem to have no
How many kittens should your cat have? With pedigree cats it is fairly rare for the queen to give birth to large litters. Some breeders might wish for larger litters as pedigree kittens can be sold for large sums of money. However, rearing kittens can come with its own set of problems.
With domestic cats, a litter is usually around six kittens. These cats seem to have no
How Many Kittens Should Your Cat Have
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="240" caption="."]by olliethebastard under CC[/caption]
How many kittens should your cat have? With pedigree cats it is fairly rare for the queen to give birth to large litters. Some breeders might wish for larger litters as pedigree kittens can be sold for large sums of money. However, rearing kittens can come with its own set of problems.
With domestic cats, a litter is usually around six kittens. These cats seem to have no
How many kittens should your cat have? With pedigree cats it is fairly rare for the queen to give birth to large litters. Some breeders might wish for larger litters as pedigree kittens can be sold for large sums of money. However, rearing kittens can come with its own set of problems.
With domestic cats, a litter is usually around six kittens. These cats seem to have no
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Should Your Kitten Drink Milk?
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I often get asked should kittens drink milk. Many people believe that they should. It just 'sounds right'. I was one of these people for many years until I discovered what it was doing to my cats.
Once a kitten is weaned, it is getting all its sustenance from solid foods, either wet foods or dry. If for some reason the mother cat is unable to feed her kittens or if they're not thriving
I often get asked should kittens drink milk. Many people believe that they should. It just 'sounds right'. I was one of these people for many years until I discovered what it was doing to my cats.
Once a kitten is weaned, it is getting all its sustenance from solid foods, either wet foods or dry. If for some reason the mother cat is unable to feed her kittens or if they're not thriving
Should Your Kitten Drink Milk?
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="224" caption="."]by digitonin under CC[/caption]
I often get asked if kittens should drink milk. Many people believe that they should. It just 'sounds right'. I was one of these people for many years until I discovered what it was doing to my cats.
Once a kitten is weaned, it is getting all its sustenance from solid foods, either wet foods or dry. If for some reason the mother cat is unable to feed her kittens or if they're not thriving
I often get asked if kittens should drink milk. Many people believe that they should. It just 'sounds right'. I was one of these people for many years until I discovered what it was doing to my cats.
Once a kitten is weaned, it is getting all its sustenance from solid foods, either wet foods or dry. If for some reason the mother cat is unable to feed her kittens or if they're not thriving
Monday, March 19, 2012
Can Cats Chew Their Food?
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The short answer to this question is no. Cat's teeth are primarily used for killing prey and ripping the meat into smaller portions for eating. The long teeth (canine teeth) are used to bite the prey in the neck to kill it swiftly. These 'fangs' are used in conjunction with the opposing teeth on the top and bottom jaws to penetrate between the vertebrae and cut the spinal column in the neck of
The short answer to this question is no. Cat's teeth are primarily used for killing prey and ripping the meat into smaller portions for eating. The long teeth (canine teeth) are used to bite the prey in the neck to kill it swiftly. These 'fangs' are used in conjunction with the opposing teeth on the top and bottom jaws to penetrate between the vertebrae and cut the spinal column in the neck of
Can Cats Chew Their Food?
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="224" caption="."]by steei under CC [/caption]
The short answer to this question is no. Cat's teeth are primarily used for killing prey and ripping the meat into smaller portions for eating. The long teeth (canine teeth) are used to bite the prey in the neck to kill it swiftly. These 'fangs' are used in conjunction with the opposing teeth on the top and bottom jaws to penetrate between the vertebrae and cut the spinal column in the neck of
The short answer to this question is no. Cat's teeth are primarily used for killing prey and ripping the meat into smaller portions for eating. The long teeth (canine teeth) are used to bite the prey in the neck to kill it swiftly. These 'fangs' are used in conjunction with the opposing teeth on the top and bottom jaws to penetrate between the vertebrae and cut the spinal column in the neck of
Thursday, March 15, 2012
How Do I Know If I Am Feeding My Cat Enough Food
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="224" caption="."]by woozie2010 under CC [/caption]
A good saying is a well fed cat is a contented cat. This means that the opposite must also be true as a cat that is still hungry will pester you for more food. However, and there is always an however, some cats can be greedy and demand more food than they actually need.
If you think you are feeding your cat enough but he's still pestering you, try weighing him. To do this hold him while
A good saying is a well fed cat is a contented cat. This means that the opposite must also be true as a cat that is still hungry will pester you for more food. However, and there is always an however, some cats can be greedy and demand more food than they actually need.
If you think you are feeding your cat enough but he's still pestering you, try weighing him. To do this hold him while
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Your Purring Cat - How Does He Do It
Cats can purr from around one week of age. It is thought that it is a way of letting the queen (mother cat) know they have finished feeding. However, because they can purr with their mouth closed, they don't have to let go of the teat. It is a way of saying 'I'm content now'.
Cats have vocal cords and a larynx (voice box), just as we do. It is a part of the respiratory tract and the air passes through it on the way to and from the lungs. In fact your cat's larynx is made up of five pieces of
Cats have vocal cords and a larynx (voice box), just as we do. It is a part of the respiratory tract and the air passes through it on the way to and from the lungs. In fact your cat's larynx is made up of five pieces of
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Cat Eyes - Can Cats Really See In The Dark
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="350" caption="."]by Axel Rouvin under CC BY with wpseopix.com[/caption]
Cats can see in very dim light that looks black to us. This is because of the way cat eyes are designed. We all have nerve endings in our retina called cones and rods. Where we have a ratio of around 4:1 rods to cones, cats have a ratio more like 25:1. The rods are stimulated by low intensity light while the cones are stimulated by bright light. In humans the rods
Cats can see in very dim light that looks black to us. This is because of the way cat eyes are designed. We all have nerve endings in our retina called cones and rods. Where we have a ratio of around 4:1 rods to cones, cats have a ratio more like 25:1. The rods are stimulated by low intensity light while the cones are stimulated by bright light. In humans the rods
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Your Purring Cat - How Does He Do It
Cats can purr from around one week of age. It is thought that it is a way of letting the queen (mother cat) know they have finished feeding. However, because they can purr with their mouth closed, they don't have to let go of the teat. It is a way of saying 'I'm content now'.
Cats have vocal cords and a larynx (voice box), just as we do. It is a part of the respiratory tract and the air passes through it on the way to and from the lungs. In fact your cat's larynx is made up of five pieces of
Cats have vocal cords and a larynx (voice box), just as we do. It is a part of the respiratory tract and the air passes through it on the way to and from the lungs. In fact your cat's larynx is made up of five pieces of
Cat Whiskers - What Do They Do
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Cat whiskers are used for many different things. They are full of nerve endings and the skin between each cheek whisker is also extremely sensitive. The technical name for these facial cat whiskers is vibrissae or tactile hairs. Usually when we think of something being tactile, we think of being sensitive to touch and this is exactly one of the things cats use their whiskers for.
Cats use
Cat whiskers are used for many different things. They are full of nerve endings and the skin between each cheek whisker is also extremely sensitive. The technical name for these facial cat whiskers is vibrissae or tactile hairs. Usually when we think of something being tactile, we think of being sensitive to touch and this is exactly one of the things cats use their whiskers for.
Cats use
Cat Eyes - Can Cats Really See In The Dark
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="350" caption="."]by Axel Rouvin under CC BY with wpseopix.com[/caption]
Cats can see in very dim light that looks black to us. This is because of the way cat eyes are designed. We all have nerve endings in our retina called cones and rods. Where we have a ratio of around 4:1 rods to cones, cats have a ratio more like 25:1. The rods are stimulated by low intensity light while the cones are stimulated by bright light. In humans the rods
Cats can see in very dim light that looks black to us. This is because of the way cat eyes are designed. We all have nerve endings in our retina called cones and rods. Where we have a ratio of around 4:1 rods to cones, cats have a ratio more like 25:1. The rods are stimulated by low intensity light while the cones are stimulated by bright light. In humans the rods
Cat Whiskers - What Do They Do
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="350" caption="."]by dsb nola under CC [/caption]
Cat whiskers are used for many different things. They are full of nerve endings and the skin between each cheek whisker is also extremely sensitive. The technical name for these facial cat whiskers is vibrissae or tactile hairs. Usually when we think of something being tactile, we think of being sensitive to touch and this is exactly one of the things cats use their whiskers for.
Cats use
Cat whiskers are used for many different things. They are full of nerve endings and the skin between each cheek whisker is also extremely sensitive. The technical name for these facial cat whiskers is vibrissae or tactile hairs. Usually when we think of something being tactile, we think of being sensitive to touch and this is exactly one of the things cats use their whiskers for.
Cats use
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Korat Cat - Loyal, Affectionate And Playful Cat
The Korat cat is a silver/blue domestic cat, native to Thailand, that is said to give good luck to people. Often nicknamed the 'good luck cat', these cats were originally given as gifts to newly-weds or people that were held in high esteem by others. Korats are well loved and many Thai people consider the Korat to be their national cat (not the Siamese!).
Korat cats are named after the place where they are thought to have originated, the Korat region in North-Eastern Thailand. This region has
Korat cats are named after the place where they are thought to have originated, the Korat region in North-Eastern Thailand. This region has
Friday, February 24, 2012
Korat Cat - Loyal, Affectionate And Playful Cat
The Korat cat is a silver/blue domestic cat, native to Thailand, that is said to give good luck to people. Often nicknamed the 'good luck cat', these cats were originally given as gifts to newly-weds or people that were held in high esteem by others. Korats are well loved and many Thai people consider the Korat to be their national cat (not the Siamese!).
Korat cats are named after the place where they are thought to have originated, the Korat region in North-Eastern Thailand. This region has
Korat cats are named after the place where they are thought to have originated, the Korat region in North-Eastern Thailand. This region has
Birman Cats - Laidback, Adaptable and Sociable House Cats
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Birman cats are a breed shrouded in mystery; Birman cats are often referred to as 'sacred cats of Burma' but no-one is really sure of the true origins of this particular breed. Legend has it that these cats originated in Burma and were owned by priests, hence the nickname 'sacred cats of Burma'.
Birman cats were first recognized and registered in France, in 1925, several
Birman cats are a breed shrouded in mystery; Birman cats are often referred to as 'sacred cats of Burma' but no-one is really sure of the true origins of this particular breed. Legend has it that these cats originated in Burma and were owned by priests, hence the nickname 'sacred cats of Burma'.
Birman cats were first recognized and registered in France, in 1925, several
Birman Cats - Laidback, Adaptable and Sociable House Cats
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="333" caption="."]by macdomeng under CC BY-ND [/caption]
Birman cats are a breed shrouded in mystery; Birman cats are often referred to as 'sacred cats of Burma' but no-one is really sure of the true origins of this particular breed. Legend has it that these cats originated in Burma and were owned by priests, hence the nickname 'sacred cats of Burma'.
Birman cats were first recognized and registered in France, in 1925, several
Birman cats are a breed shrouded in mystery; Birman cats are often referred to as 'sacred cats of Burma' but no-one is really sure of the true origins of this particular breed. Legend has it that these cats originated in Burma and were owned by priests, hence the nickname 'sacred cats of Burma'.
Birman cats were first recognized and registered in France, in 1925, several
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Bombay Cats - A Unique Blend Of Personality And Elegance
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Bombay cats are well known for their sleek black coats and great personalities. A close cousin of the Burmese cat, Bombays have captured the attention of cat lovers everywhere with their elegant good looks and endearing personalities.
Bombay cats come in two varities, Amercian and British. The American Bombay was introduced in 1958 as a result of breeding a domestic short hair cat with a
Bombay cats are well known for their sleek black coats and great personalities. A close cousin of the Burmese cat, Bombays have captured the attention of cat lovers everywhere with their elegant good looks and endearing personalities.
Bombay cats come in two varities, Amercian and British. The American Bombay was introduced in 1958 as a result of breeding a domestic short hair cat with a
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Bombay Cats - A Unique Blend Of Personality And Elegance
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="350" caption="."]by hyunlab under CC [/caption]
Bombay cats are well known for their sleek black coats and great personalities. A close cousin of the Burmese cat, Bombays have captured the attention of cat lovers everywhere with their elegant good looks and endearing personalities.
Bombay cats come in two varities, Amercian and British. The American Bombay was introduced in 1958 as a result of breeding a domestic short hair cat with a
Bombay cats are well known for their sleek black coats and great personalities. A close cousin of the Burmese cat, Bombays have captured the attention of cat lovers everywhere with their elegant good looks and endearing personalities.
Bombay cats come in two varities, Amercian and British. The American Bombay was introduced in 1958 as a result of breeding a domestic short hair cat with a
American Curl Cat - I'm All Ears!
The American Curl Cat gets his curious name from his ears, which tend to curve backwards and toward the center of his head. A relatively new breed, the American Curl was established in 1981 when Grace Ruga of Lakeland, California found two cats with curled back ears on her doorstep. One of the cats disappeared shortly after her arrival, but the other one, Shulamith, remained and gave birth to a litter of kittens. Two of those kittens shared their mother's trait of the curled ears. At first,
American Curl Cat - I'm All Ears!
The American Curl Cat gets his curious name from his ears, which tend to curve backwards and toward the center of his head. A relatively new breed, the American Curl was established in 1981 when Grace Ruga of Lakeland, California found two cats with curled back ears on her doorstep. One of the cats disappeared shortly after her arrival, but the other one, Shulamith, remained and gave birth to a litter of kittens. Two of those kittens shared their mother's trait of the curled ears. At first,
Friday, February 10, 2012
Turkish Van Cats - Sociable, Intelligent And Loveable Large Cats!
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Turkish Van cats are a domestic breed that has earned the nickname 'swimming cat' (amongst others) because Turkish Vans have an affinity for water. This is naturally quite rare and isn't something that you often see in the cat realm - though there are other exceptions. Despite the name, this particular breed is thought to have developed outside of Turkey but the breed
Turkish Van cats are a domestic breed that has earned the nickname 'swimming cat' (amongst others) because Turkish Vans have an affinity for water. This is naturally quite rare and isn't something that you often see in the cat realm - though there are other exceptions. Despite the name, this particular breed is thought to have developed outside of Turkey but the breed
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Norwegian Forest Cat - Friendly, Water-Loving, Beautiful Cats!
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A Norwegian Forest Cat is a domestic cat breed that is native to Norway, a Northern European country. They're adapted to live in cold climates as they have two coats - a long, glossy top coat that has a natural water-shedding ability along with a short woolly undercoat that is perfect for insulation.
Even as far back as the 16th Century, descriptions of Norwegian forest cats
A Norwegian Forest Cat is a domestic cat breed that is native to Norway, a Northern European country. They're adapted to live in cold climates as they have two coats - a long, glossy top coat that has a natural water-shedding ability along with a short woolly undercoat that is perfect for insulation.
Even as far back as the 16th Century, descriptions of Norwegian forest cats
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Persian Cats - An Ancient Breed
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Persian cats acquired their name from their original homeland, Persia now named Iran. The Crusaders and early explorers during the Middle Ages brought them back to England and other European countries as pets, their stunning looks and long flowing coats making them instantly desirable! Many were given as gifts to Royal families and the Persian is often associated with royalty to this
Persian cats acquired their name from their original homeland, Persia now named Iran. The Crusaders and early explorers during the Middle Ages brought them back to England and other European countries as pets, their stunning looks and long flowing coats making them instantly desirable! Many were given as gifts to Royal families and the Persian is often associated with royalty to this
Persian Cats - An Ancient Breed
[caption id="f_attachment" align="alignleft" width="310" caption="."]by Magnus Bråth under CC BY[/caption]
Persian cats acquired their name from their original homeland, Persia now named Iran. The Crusaders and early explorers during the Middle Ages brought them back to England and other European countries as pets, their stunning looks and long flowing coats making them instantly desirable! Many were given as gifts to Royal families and the Persian is often associated with royalty to this
Persian cats acquired their name from their original homeland, Persia now named Iran. The Crusaders and early explorers during the Middle Ages brought them back to England and other European countries as pets, their stunning looks and long flowing coats making them instantly desirable! Many were given as gifts to Royal families and the Persian is often associated with royalty to this
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Cat Pregnancy - Should You Help When Your Cat Is Giving Birth
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Cat Pregnancy and birth is usually problem free and the majority of queens that will give birth without any trouble. However there are always those that will need help, either once or during each subsequent birth. We know that cats feel they are an integral part of our homes and are often closer to one person. Sometimes queens appear to not want to give birth unless that
Cat Pregnancy and birth is usually problem free and the majority of queens that will give birth without any trouble. However there are always those that will need help, either once or during each subsequent birth. We know that cats feel they are an integral part of our homes and are often closer to one person. Sometimes queens appear to not want to give birth unless that
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Thursday, January 12, 2012
Cat Pregnancy - Should You Help When Your Cat Is Giving Birth
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Cat Pregnancy and birth is usually problem free and the majority of queens that will give birth without any trouble. However there are always those that will need help, either once or during each subsequent birth. We know that cats feel they are an integral part of our homes and are often closer to one person. Sometimes queens appear to not want to give birth unless that
Cat Pregnancy and birth is usually problem free and the majority of queens that will give birth without any trouble. However there are always those that will need help, either once or during each subsequent birth. We know that cats feel they are an integral part of our homes and are often closer to one person. Sometimes queens appear to not want to give birth unless that
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Your Pregnant Cat - Preparing For Kittening
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Your cat is pregnant and due to give birth soon. What should you do in advance to make sure everything goes smoothly for cat and kittens? If your cat is a pedigreed one and the kittens are to be sold, I'd advise having your vet on standby so he or she can be on hand for any problems. Your vet can also record the time of birth, description and weight of each kitten
Your cat is pregnant and due to give birth soon. What should you do in advance to make sure everything goes smoothly for cat and kittens? If your cat is a pedigreed one and the kittens are to be sold, I'd advise having your vet on standby so he or she can be on hand for any problems. Your vet can also record the time of birth, description and weight of each kitten
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