A cat kennel is a useful item for any cat owner. It can help you carry your cat if you need to go somewhere such as the vet’s office. There are different things you should consider when making such a purchase. The following are some tips for buying a cat kennel. Look at the size that you need. Many kennels are about the same size, but there are some variations. You will want to think about the size you need depending on several factors such as how long the cat will be in the kennel and how big your particular

Cats are capable of a huge variety of sounds. Their vocabulary is all the more remarkable when you consider that cats are solitary creatures by nature. Domestic cats are more likely to be “talkative” than wild ones because tame cats are mentally kittens all their lives. That’s why they remain with their human families instead of striking out on their own – they consider their human friend to be Mommy and act accordingly. Experts divide cat vocalizations into three main categories: vowels, murmurs, and high-intensity sounds. Vowels can express a broad range of emotions, from excitement to anxiety to frustration.

Hypersalivation syndrome in cats, or ptyalism, corresponds to the production of excess saliva which causes the animal to drool in a sometimes disturbing manner. This saliva can have different aspects: foamy, sticky, or very liquid. There can be many causes for excess salivation, and some cats simply drool when they are happy! But drooling can also be a symptom of a more serious problem, such as intoxication or pathology. My cat is drooling because he is happy or stressed Although this fact is more often attributed to the dog, it is not uncommon for a cat to drool to express

Can I give milk to my cat? In most minds, milk and cats just go together. This association of cats and milk can be found in many children’s books and movies, but it also exists in real life, because cats really love milk. One theory surrounding cats’ fondness for milk is that it reminds them of their nursing period. But then, can I give my cat milk or not? Is Milk Really Good for Cats? Little kittens are suckled by their mother with milk. During this time, their body produces the enzyme lactase, which distributes the milk sugar (lactose) in

Researchers have studied the brain capacities of several carnivores to better understand the development of their abilities to hunt and to adapt to their environment. A study which therefore also concerned our favorite four-legged friends, and which in a way makes it possible to settle the ultimate question: which of the cat or the dog is the most intelligent animal in the house? The Size Doesn’t Matter How to measure the intelligence of animals? Initially, the researchers could have based their study on a ratio between the size of the brain and the size of the animal. For example, the

You thought you adopted the cutest and sweetest cat at the shelter. When you first saw her, she was pressed up next to her cage gazing at you with huge green eyes that made your heart melt. She pawed the air and responded to your soft voice and ear scratches with a loud, contented purr and you fell in love with her. And then you get her home and she suddenly turns into a frightened, feline full of rage and those green eyes that melted your heart are now clouded in anger. As you sit and contemplate your next move,

The African Golden Cat is a beautiful, but rarely studied species of exotic cats that have originated from Africa. They are of medium size and height compared to the sizes of other cats; however, they are very famous for their coats which have been known to change color as they mature and grow and have an extremely stunning, and attractive color. It is a rather rare species of the cat though. The African Golden Cat is primarily found in regions where there are tropical rainforests in Africa like Kenya, Ghana, Uganda, Zaire, and Congo. Sometimes, they can also be found

One of the most common and up noxious examples of bad behavior exhibited by your kitty would be when he starts peeing outside of the litter box. If you have ever had to clean up your kitty’s mess after a hard days’ work, then you know why the solution to this behavior is one of the most sought after. Not only is it disgusting and creates awful odors in your home, but it is also a downright nuisance. Cats are masters of habit, so it may not be entirely his fault if you moved his litter box. It is also

The first commercial cat litter (called cat-box filler) came on the market in 1947 and was made up of plain clay. Clay has a gritty texture and consists of large particles that can sometimes get trapped between the pads on the cat’s paws. While clay absorbs fairly well, the urine spreads and the clay becomes saturated. This means when cleaning the cat litter box the entire contents have to be dumped out. Fortunately, clay is very inexpensive. In 1984 the now widely used clumping cat litter was invented. It consists of an absorbent type of clay called sodium bentonite. The

I’m a night owl and when the weather is nice, my windows are opened at night sounds drifting into the house while I work. My cats are inside all of the time and when I hear my neighbors’ outside cats yowling when they’ve encountered an intruder, I’m thankful my cats are safe. I’m also a dog owner and while sitting outside with them late at night, I hear, and sometimes see, the dangers outside cats face from predators. There’s a very real cost associated with letting your cat roam around outside at night and even during the day. Predators One