cute cats and kittens

It is very important to remember to take care of your cat`s teeth as this is part of being a responsible pet owner. This will help you bond with your pet as well. Kittens usually don't have major teeth problems, but they become a cat after a few years and are likely get problems with their teeth. It is fairly easy to take care of your cats teeth, and will only take 5-6 minutes of your time. Things you will need are, scissors, a sterile gauze and some cat toothpaste, that you can find at your local pet store. Using the hand you would write with ,wrap the gauze around your finger, then put the toothpaste onto the gauze or dip your finger into a sterile solution provided by your vet for this purpose. Most people find the cat toothpaste is the best way! Rub your finger on the cats teeth in a circular motion mimicking a toothbrush, massage the cats gums, as this is very important after applying the toothpaste. A human would brush the side of their teeth but with a cat you don`t have to do this. As your cats confidence grows you will be able to use a toddlers toothbrush. You can also purchase a fish flavoured toothbrush for your cat that they will like a lot. This is a trick a lot of cat owners use to get a cat to let them brush their teeth without too much fuss. Always check that there is no bleeding in your pets gums, as the cat will need veterinary care, and possible descaling. It is important to get them the right treatment by booking an appointment without delay with your vet. Just as we have to look after our teeth, it is essential that you get into a care regime with your cat to ensure they maintain healthy teeth.

More unwanted cats and kittens are being taken to rescue centres, as people are finding it too hard to feed their animals as their money is hard to come by in some circumstances. Other owners are basically cruel and haven`t bothered to research the breed of cat or have got the wrong kind of cat for their house hold, for example, by getting an older cat who likes to live indoors quietly, when they would have been better with a kitten or a young cat for a family that consists of young children.Surprisingly there are a lot of pedigree cats and kittens that find themselves in rescue shelters. People want a specific breed, then they pay a lot of money for the cat and go to a breeder, when they would have been better off giving a good home to a cat or kitten that really needs it and they would save some money in the process. The rescue centre would support their customer by giving them advice on looking after their chosen cat, and would be on the end of a phone should the owner need any help. The money that the customer pays for their cat would cover injections and the rest will go to the rescue centre, which in my eyes is much better as you are supporting abandoned animals , and are helping to keep the rescue centre going. You will be able to find breeds from a Siamese, to a Balinese cat. “Until i was looking myself for a cat online and happened to click on “pedigree cats in rescue shelters” I thought only non-breed cats found themselves in shelters! I was quite shocked when i found this out. If you are looking for a pedigree cat you will find many rescue centres in the UK. I have also found out that there is one on the Isle Of Wight! which i was very pleased about, as in the future i would like to adopt a Siamese cat!! It is wise when buying a pedigree cat is to make sure it is sold with full pedigree papers and that it is able to be registered at an official governing body such as GCCF, CFA, TICA, FIFE, (and a cat club isnt a governing body), Check that both parents are registered"Active" with an official governing body. Pedigree cats should not be rehomed before 2 to 3 weeks and certainly not before they have been checked over by a vet and fully vaccinated! Never part with money for kittens that have not been born yet Any breeders selling kittens should advise the buyer of the feeding habits and any health problems.when the kittens is sold. All new owners should neuter their cat/kittens before they go out unless they are going to be used for breeding purposes.

For a cat to have dentistry work it is just as uncomfortable as a human if not so more, A owner always cares for their own pet but some forget to make certain that their cats teeth are in good condition and that they are not suffering pain. it is the owners responsiblity to take their cat to get their teeth checked regularly. Cats will suffer dental disease if their dental health is neglected and 70% of cats and kittens that are over the age of three will have an existing problem with their teeth. Kittens will loose thier baby teeth at 4-6 months and will get their adult teeth. When an adult cat has lost all his baby teeth, they should have 30 teeth in total. It is important an adult cat has regular checkups to prevent toothache andother mouth problems,as th pain can make your cat very ill and unable to eat thier food. If you notice any signs of this (pain when eating,general strees) take your cat for a check up with your vet immediately as the consequences arefar worse ,as this cancause damge to their kidneys and heart.

On this page are some of the best cat scratching posts available on line. Does your cat continually scratch your favourite furniture? Or do they have an attraction to your stair carpet or maybe your wallpaper?
Don't get mad at your cat because he is only sharpening his claws!

Parla 62cm Cat Scratcher Cats Scratching Post

Very tough long lasting cat scratcher listed number one best seller on Amazon for cat posts. excellent reviews, encourages your cat to play. With a design that looks like a banana tree.

Wavy cat scratching wave

The innovative design of the wave allows the cat to relax whilst scratching their claws. Also another opportunity for your cats to play especially if you have two cats. Although the look suggests it would suit the older cat as well as kittens.

Pets Luv Dreamzz Bed Wicker - Oak Two Tier Cat Basket.

Two of our cats are fighting over the cat house, so I decided to upgrade to a luxury cat bed.The bed I decided to get was totally different to what I had in mind.

take a look above. It's a sort of igloo shape that houses a two tier basket instead of just being on one level, so I figured that would put an end to the fighting.
They love it and seem to enjoy the bottom half, probably because it is heated from the cat above. The design is soft inside with luxury material and an outer rigid frame, with cushions.

This comfortable looking Lazy pet cat window perch,

is a beautiful, and snug vantage point for your indoor cat or kitten so she can feel likes she's outdoors when she's safe and warm indoors. The cat napper perch can be assembled and placed below the window usually without DIY skills and can attach to walls. Marley uses the window sill to sit on to look out the window or just a afternoon cat nap, but as her rear end gets bigger she gets even more worried of falling off the ledge! You can see it in her eyes. So I have to get a Cat Window Perch for her, Most cats like to sit on a window seat for hours especially if they are indoor cats like Marley
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ScoopFree Self-Cleaning Litter Box

It makes life a whole lot easier, just take a look at it and what it does! I can't recommend the self cleaning litter box highly enough, especially when you've got more than one cat! The automatic feature of the litter box cleans all the rubbish, every time the cat passes faeces or urine. Just imagine not having to touch, see, clean or refill that smelly litter box for weeks on end! Also because the scoop-free litter box has second to none odour control and uses disposable litter tray cartridges that only need replacing once every few weeks. Well I can testify to having done just that, check it out, simply amazing!

Marley my oldest cat started missing her litter tray a while back and has been using a an automatic litter tray  because of the extra size, then Jet my youngest kitten, decided to start using the scoopfree tray for what ever reason. I don't have to change the cat litter several times a day anymore, I'm so glad I got the Self cleaning litter box, I can just top up the litter and leave it be.

An outdoor cat enclosure is perfect If you have moved to a new home, or you just have an indoor kitten; or cat. You may find that (s)he just won't settle, the most likely reason will be that kitty may want to roam outside and is bored wandering rooms. You can't let the cat outside as (s)he will just get lost, and never return! not a nice thought.
We have one of these cat enclosures for little 'Jet' we used to keep her in a fence but she's a cat and climbing is her forte. She loves to go outside but also loves to chase cars, so we had no choice but to think of her safety and our peace of mind of course. She loves the enclosure and it's portable. It's big enough for her to roam aswell. Problem solved

If you get your baby kitten from a pet shop you need to look at the other kittens for signs of illness and disease. If you decide to purchase a kitten from a pet shop, I recommend taking your new kitten to the pdsa shelter or your local vet for a health check and fleas a worms treatment. Ask your vet about starting inoculations and at what age to begin injections against the main diseases that can hurt a cat.

Consider your environment, do you live alone(do you have other animals), and the your furniture could be a risk you need to consider purchasing throws for your. Kittens like cupboards and will try to hide in them, you will have to move cleaning materials to a safe place as theirs nothing more curious than kitten.

Paw Tracks in the Moonlight

tells the true story of the author Denis O'Connor and his cat a Maine Coon called Toby Jug.

Paw Tracks in the Moonlight is a wondrous story set in Northumberland. We follow the ups and downs, tears and laughter, adventures and escapades that Toby and Denis face. Paw tracks in the moonlight is one of them books that catches you in its spell and will not let go until you've finished you will find your self falling for Toby Jug the cat in a lasting way which is the purpose of this book as the relationship between the two real life characters is quite moving. The reviewer on this occasion is not shy to say that he was moved to tears by the little cat and his short life. Try this story and it will surely move you too.

I just had to show you this... Mr Snugs Outdoor Cat Kennel. At first I thought why on earth would you need an outdoor cat house but consider this the cat is outside and you are in a rush to get some where! Well wouldn't it be kinder if the cat was in it's own little house when its bad weather.
This outdoor cat house is exceptional as it is a one piece mould which will stop the bacteria organisms and parasites getting into the cracks. Waterproof draft-proof but the appeal for me is that Marley has somewhere to settle down in our garden at night rather than in the street or under someone's car!!!

If you are considering a career in animal care your, you would be wise to check your chosen college for the right species of animal. I know this may seem obvious however you it can happen where the college you go to hasn't the species of animal that you need.

Please make sure the qualification you are studying is a recognised and welcomed by future employers in the animal care sector.

Foundation degrees are the replacement for HND and will be recognised more so in the future, you can also follow your foundation degree into a degree that will feel a who;e easier than probably swapping venue after your HND to follow onto your Degree.
Your chosen course will probably be work related and a full time commitment will be needed, which will last 3 years.

Cutest Cat Competition

Get your camera out I want to see pictures of your cats AND kittens here for a social vote to see who has the cutest cat - kitten in the...the land!!!!

Now I know your biased and think your cat is the cutest but lets be fair no tom foolery on this site, I don't want to see intimidation of the participants ITS A JOKE.

So this is how it works you leave a comment below the cat you are voting for out of a possible 5 points so for instance 3/5 for 3 out of 5 will do.

The winner...wait for it! Yes we will have a winner, the winner will get an emailed 2011 calendar containing a compilation of all the contestants attractively posing for the cover and throughout the calender. with yours truly on the back.

So get clicking and post as many pics as you like, I want to see some gorgeous felines.

Questions to my email address - answer within 24 hours.

Cats are very much like humans , they show a whole range of emotions just like their owners.
If your cat is feeling frightened or angry you will know just by looking at them. Their pupils will be larger than normal, and the ears will be flattened against the head, the tail will swish around and thump on the ground.

Kitten Communication

When your kitten is trying to communicate it will be obvious to you,for example if a kitten is lost,cold or frightened, they will let out a high pitch meow. If they are fighting with one of their siblings and losing the fight, the mew will be a lot louder and more pronounced.

The adult cat

will use a short high pitched meow when they are trying to let you know something is wrong. The high pitched meow will alert you at once if they have been shut in a room or cupboard and want you to rescue them. My cat Marley meows this way when she's found that a door has shut behind her and she wants to be in the same room as I am. If a cat flicks a tongue over their lips quickly they are usually feeling puzzled and unhappy. If a cat has heard a noise that they don't like this is usually their response,and will crouch low ready to flee away from the source. You can judge your cat`s mood by just sitting and observing them,look at the ears! eyes and whiskers! What are they doing? If you see your cat come face to face with a cat they don`t like or a dog! You will notice that the cats ears will turn back,head will sway from side to side and they won`t take their eyes off the enemy,the whiskers will be fanned out against their face expecting a fight,very soon, and the back will be arched and the fur standing upright along the cat`s back. When a cat is not sure of what to do and is feeling anxious you will notice them poised with front legs straight and back legs bent reflecting their feelings of anxiousness. If the danger ie; the neighbourhood cat or dog is close by, you will see your cat crouching down with both sets ,front and back legs bent. When you have to tell your cat off for scratching furniture etc, notice how their ears twitch rapidly, this is a sign of nervous response to the situation and of being told off! A typical anxious cat moment will mimic itself by their fur standing up,ears back,showing anxiety and stress and the tail being held in a loop like a witches cat.

Summarisation

A cat shows if it is unhappy by a whole range of physical emotions and messages. I refer frequently to my own cat Marley during this article. I`m sure this article will help you communicate on a higher level with your pet cat.

Your cat has a variety of ways that they use to let you know if they are happy or sad.If their ears are pricked up they are alert and showing interest in what is going on around them.you will find whiskers are pointing out to the sides of the face either bunched or fanned out this means that puss is feeling contented and comfortable. A cat will say Hello to their owner by having the tailed raised up, and will flip the tail as a sign of greeting.
a confident cat will roll over ( they love carpet) showing his tummy in passive mode. A less sure cat will just flop him or herself down at your feet for attention.
when a cat is totally happy they will purr loudly. usually the louder the purr the happier the cat is. when it is feeding time your cat /kitten will not let you forget by rubbing themself around your feet and meowing loudly! Your cat is also marking you as their property by using their scent glands beneath the chin and forehead.
Cats greet their owners when they are pleased to see them by doing a little hop with both front paws raised a few inches above the ground and doing a little chirping cry.
When cats jump onto your lap and start padding with their paws they are mimicking when they were a kitten they had to pummel their mothers tummy to stimulate the flow of milk and this habit goes on into adult life of a cat.