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		<title>Picking Safe Cat Toys</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Picking Safe Cat Toys If you have a cat as a pet, you might have observed that they usually have different play styles than their canine counterparts. Toys are very important for cats than they are for dogs. Cat toys help fight boredom and it also gives them an outlet for their instinctive prey chasing [...]]]></description>
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<p>If you have a cat as a pet, you might have observed that they usually have different play styles than their canine counterparts. Toys are very important for cats than they are for dogs. Cat toys help fight boredom and it also gives them an outlet for their instinctive prey chasing behaviors. Playing with your pet can also be a bonding experience for the two of you.<br />
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However, when you are planning to buy a toy for your pet, you should make sure that the toys you are buying are safe for them. The type of toy that you buy depends on the size of your pet, their activity level, and preferences. You should also consider the environment that your pets play in or spends their time in as well. Here are some tips that you should consider in buying a cat toys. <br />
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Remember that most cats are attractive to things that are dangerous to them. </p>
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<p>So the first thing you have to do is to cat proof your home. You should remove string, ribbon, yarn, rubber bands, plastic bands, plastic milk jug rings, paper clips, pins, needles, dental floss, and anything else that can be ingested. These things are dangerous to your pet.<br />
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In buying a toy, you should avoid those that have ribbons, feathers, strings, eyes, or other small parts that can be chewed and ingested. Alternatively, you just avoid those that have these things. You could buy stuffed animals that are labeled as safe for children less than three years of age and that do contain any dangerous fillings like nutshells and polystyrene beads.  It would be better if the toy can be machine-washed. The toy should be soft as rigid toys are not as attractive to cats. <br />
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There are different categories of cat toys. They can be active, comfortable or filled with catnip. Active types can be round plastic shower curtain rings, plastic balls, or you can put a ping-pong ball or plastic golf ball in a dry bathtub to keep your mind occupied. Paper bags are also good for pouncing, hiding and interactive play.<br />
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A toy for comfort can include soft stuffed animals, which serve several functions. The stuff animal should be small animal to be carried around. Alternatively, it should be the same size as the cat for it to wrestle it around with. You can also consider buying a toy with legs and a tail, as this is more appealing to cats. Cardboard boxes are also comfort toys for your cat.<br />
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You can also consider buying catnip filled soft toys. These are fun to kick, carry and rub. It is also perfectly safe as it is not addictive and cats can roll in, rub in or eat. Catnip can also be crushed and sprinkled on the carpet. Or, you can put it on a towel placed on the floor so it will be easy to clean as catnip oils can stay in the carpet. However, we might not see the oil, but your cat will be able to smell them.<br />
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You can also get the most of your toys by rotating your <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mycatfacts.com/Cat_Toys_for_the_Picky_Feline.html">cat toys</a> weekly or by making only a few available at a time. Keep different types easily accessible. Alternatively, you can leave a toy that your cat loves available at all times. Make sure that the toys are of different uses like a toy to carry, a toy to wrestle with, one to roll, and one to baby.</p>
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<p>Tom has had pets since he was a young child. He hopes to share many years of experience along with targeted research to help cat owners. This includes cat health as well. For more information, please visit his site today. <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="http://www.mycatfacts.com/">http://www.mycatfacts.com</a><br />
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		<title>Hypoallergenic and Cat Shampoos</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hypoallergenic and Cat Shampoos Cats are also kept as pets in most of the houses and are considered to be clean. Cats in general are cleans pets, they keep themselves clean but id does not particularly means that they do not need bathes. Cat grooming is very necessary and plays a very important part in [...]]]></description>
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<p>Cats are also kept as pets in most of the houses and are considered to be clean. Cats in general are cleans pets, they keep themselves clean but id does not particularly means that they do not need bathes. Cat grooming is very necessary and plays a very important part in the lives of cats as well as the owners just because they are kept at home and if the hygiene of a cat is not proper, than the whole environment of the house is not clean enough. They get too dirty sometimes, even fleas and ticks make their ways in them and infect them. A normal commercial shampoo would irritate the skin of a cat that is why they have a special cat shampoo which is made for the cat skin.</p>
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<p>A <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bestshotpet.com/category/cat-shampoo-cat-fur/">cat shampoo</a> recommended by a professional or wet should be the first priority of shampoo used regarding the skin of the cat. </p>
<p>There are several types of cat shampoos like the type of cat shampoo which would keep the fur of a cat soft and shiny. Cleansing, hypoallergenic and color enhancing cat shampoos are also there for cats. Flea and tick shampoo for cats is also there which is used to kill the fungus and bacteria. Dry cat shampoo is the type of mousse which would take the dirt with it when the fur of a cat, who hates water, is brushed. The <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bestshotpet.com/category/itchy-and-scratchy-skin/">hypoallergenic</a> shampoos are designed to solve the problem of any type of allergy that a cat has gotten into and gives a lustrous fur coat and a very healthy skin to the cats. These shampoos also help in relieving any type of itching, dry skin and many types of skin allergies caused in cats. If the diet of the cat is balanced and grooming of the cat is regular, than a cat owner doesn&#8217;t have to worry because the cat would be clean and active.</p>
<p>Cats are also kept as pets in most of the houses and are considered to be clean. Cats in general are cleans pets, they keep themselves clean but id does not particularly means that they do not need bathes. Cat grooming is very necessary and plays a very important part in the lives of cats as well as the owners just because they are kept at home and if the hygiene of a cat is not proper, than the whole environment of the house is not clean enough. They get too dirty sometimes, even fleas and ticks make their ways in them and infect them.</p>
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		<title>Cheap Cat Insurance Features</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 05:57:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cheap Cat Insurance Features Pet insurance for cats comes with many standard and optional features. When requesting a cat insurance quote, clarify which features are included. You may be pleasantly surprised to learn about the kinds of protection that come with cat insurance. UK pet owners like to be financially prepared for unexpected mishaps-in response [...]]]></description>
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<p>Pet insurance for cats comes with many standard and optional features. When requesting a cat insurance quote, clarify which features are included. You may be pleasantly surprised to learn about the kinds of protection that come with cat insurance. UK pet owners like to be financially prepared for unexpected mishaps-in response insurers endeavour to provide a variety of useful cover and services. Despite the sophistication of policies, it is still possible to obtain cheap cat insurance.</p>
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<p><strong>Complementary and Alternative Treatments</strong></p>
<p>The most important aspect of a policy is essentially cat health insurance. This covers basic vet services, treatments, medications, and often some complementary or alternative care as well. Each policy is worded differently-so talk to the insurer, if complementary care is important to you.</p>
<p><strong>Lump Sum Death Benefit</strong></p>
<p>Should a cat die from an illness or injury before age 10 or 11, this type of provision will pay an amount based on the purchase price up to a specific limit, such as £250 or £750.</p>
<p><strong>When Your Pet Goes Missing</strong></p>
<p>If your cat should wander off or is &#8220;kidnapped&#8221;, you&#8217;ll want to be able to post an ad. </p>
<p>Pet cat insurance often pays up to £250 or £750 for the cost of local advertising and a reasonable reward. In the sad event that the search is unsuccessful, a policy may offer a lump sum up to a specified limit.</p>
<p><strong>Emergency Cattery Fees</strong></p>
<p>If you or a family member is hospitalized for more than four days, it may be difficult to look after your cat. A policy can cover boarding fees up to a specified limit, such as £250 or £1,000.</p>
<p><strong>Holiday Cancellation Costs</strong></p>
<p>Your cat has an accident or illness which requires emergency surgery, just when the family is ready to leave for a holiday trip. </p>
<p>You face not only vet bills, but also the cost of cancelling the trip. If the surgery is scheduled within 7 days of the planned leaving date, the policy may cover cancellation costs.</p>
<p><strong>Overseas Travel Benefits</strong></p>
<p>If you like to travel overseas with your pet, enquire about travel benefits such as:</p>
<p>Vet services abroad<br />
Quarantine costs when your pet falls ill or its microchip fails<br />
Replacement costs for a lost pet passport<br />
Cost of a repeat tick or worming treatment required due to delays<br />
Accommodation and travel costs due to travel delays.<br />
<strong>Helplines</strong></p>
<p>Pet insurance often comes with one or more helpline features. The following types of services can be very handy:</p>
<p>24-hour vet nurse helpline<br />
Bereavement counselling helpline<br />
Pet minder call centre that helps find a registered minder<br />
Legal helpline<br />
Vet directory line for finding vet services abroad.<br />
<strong>Enrolment and Payment Features</strong></p>
<p>If expense is a concern, a cheap cat insurance plan is certainly possible, especially when a discount is offered. For enrolling online you can obtain 10 to 20% off the regular rate. For those who have more than one cat, the need for economy is recognized by many insurers who offer a lower rate.</p>
<p>You may pay an annual premium or opt for 12 equal monthly payments, with or without a small administration fee. Enrolment is uncomplicated-either online or over the phone. If knowing exactly what a policy covers is important, look for an easy-to-read policy summary online.</p>
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		<title>Anorexia in Cats</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anorexia in Cats Anorexia in cats is a symptom and not an actual disease. While it is often caused by an underlying illness it can also be the result your cat is recovering from an illness. However, there are several cases in which your cat may just be a very picky eater. If it is [...]]]></description>
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<p>Anorexia in cats is a symptom and not an actual disease. While it is often caused by an underlying illness it can also be the result your cat is recovering from an illness. However, there are several cases in which your cat may just be a very picky eater.</p>
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<p>If it is a case of your pet losing their appetite and just not wanting to eat, there are several remedies that may help to jump start your cat to begin eating again.</p>
<p>Anorexia is much different in cats than in humans where it is considered by many to be a psychological issue; while in cats it simply means that your pet has a decrease of appetite, or in severe cases, a complete loss of appetite. But not eating will soon lead to malnutrition in your pet and this could take their life if it continues.</p>
<p>Your cat stores the fat that is derived from foods in their liver. Extended periods of your pet not eating properly will start to put pressure on the liver which is where the fat reserves are stored. </p>
<p>Prolonged bouts of anorexia will eventually cause several forms of liver damage, including hepatic lipidosis, which is also called fatty liver.</p>
<p>Causes of Anorexia:</p>
<p>As all cat owners know all to well, some cats are such picky eaters that they may actually starve themselves until you find the right combination of some type of food grouping that they will eat. There are several underlying diseases that can be the actual cause of this condition, and this is something that you will need to have checked for very quickly by your veterinarian in case there is a disease that is causing this condition.</p>
<p>The food intake by your cat is actually controlled by a series of both internal and external influences. </p>
<p>There is a process that is known as the CNS phenomena and it is more common in cats than any other type of animal. Cats are carnivores and they must have their meat. When your cat ingests meat and protein the result is the absorption of amino acids that cross the blood brain barrier.</p>
<p>However, cats by nature have a very difficult time adjusting to any type of stress or any change in their environment. And they are very sensitive to any type of a change in their diets. Any major challenge in their lives may very well upset these CNS phenomena where their brain is signaling to them that it is the correct food for them.</p>
<p>Cats display a very strong preference to foods that are acidic and they rely very heavily on their sense of smell in the selection process. The sense of smell is also believed to trigger the signals in the brain that what they are about to eat is correct. If something is different, there may be no underlying cause at all for your cat suddenly not eating to the point of becoming anorexic, but instead, it is this strange phenomenon that they seem to have.</p>
<p>Feeding Habits:</p>
<p>Many owners have tried to switch the diets of their cats for several reasons that may include the newest fad diet or for economic reasons. But the bottom line is that your cat likes certain foods. They like foods that are moist and have high fat levels such as meat, moderate levels of protein, fish, diary products, eggs, and poultry. They also love yogurt and certain types of baby foods that tantalize their palates.</p>
<p>Cats have a very strong palatability to smell, taste, and texture. It has been a long held belief in the medical community that as hunger increases, palatability will decrease, especially with the CNS phenomena as it relates to stimulating eating. That seems to be true in almost every living species, except cats. They will do just the opposite.</p>
<p>Anorexia is cats are always caused by food aversion but it is not always caused by illness. If your cat suddenly stops eating or slows down to the point that it is starting to cause you concern and is not from an illness or a new medication, you may want to step back and look at what you have changed in routine with your cat.</p>
<p>Treatments:</p>
<p>There are several natural treatments with vitamins as well as other food stimulants that can get your cat eating again. At this point if you know it is not any type of an illness, there are several things that you can try.</p>
<p>Feeding Dish:</p>
<p>Have you recently changed your cats feeding dish? A dog could care less if you changed their dish and if they had their way, they would eat the dish. But remember that cats are very, very picky. Your cats feeding bowel should always be very wide and very shallow. Cats do not like their whiskers to be touched.</p>
<p>If your cat has difficulty in getting to their food and their whiskers touch the side, they will start to use their paws to get the food out. This will naturally inhibit your cat&#8217;s ability to eat and the goal is to stimulate them back to eating healthy again.</p>
<p>More Frequent Feedings:</p>
<p>Instead of feeding your cat just once a day, start to feed them two to three times a day. Increase the amount in each feeding until you can get your anorexic cat back to where it becomes stimulating for them to eat again. However, this will also give them more food than normal until you can get them stabilized.</p>
<p>Stroke Your Cat While Eating:</p>
<p>Cats love to be touched and this signals a relaxing message to their brain that everything is back to normal, at least in their world. It also helps to stimulate the nerve cells.</p>
<p>Use Additives and Nutrients:</p>
<p>There are several natural flavorings that you can add to your cat&#8217;s food such a chicken broth and beef broth. It will help to stimulate their senses as well as adding moisture to their food. Also try heating their food as this stimulates the sense of smell and the added aroma will help them eat.</p>
<p>The B class of vitamins is extremely important to a cat with eating disorders. Most any type of commercial cat food does not contain enough to start with, but deficiencies, especially of Vitamin B1, can cause brain seizures. The B class of vitamins helps in the CNS phenomena with cats as they help to stimulate the nerves and well as the appetite.</p>
<p>Summary:</p>
<p>If not caused by an illness, anorexia in cats is something that can be prevented if you are patient and work with your cat. They are very picky eaters to start with and understanding some of the stimulants and nuances common to cat eating disorders, could help change this very serious condition back to normal.</p>
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<p>I am an avid lover of pets and my wife and I have had several pets throughout our years. We are especially fond of dogs, and we have a 12 year old Dalmatian (our 3rd) and a &#8220;mutt&#8221; that we rescued when someone threw him away to die in a vacant field. He found us, nearly starved to death, and weighed about 2 pounds. After severe bouts of mange and severe dehydration, and over 1,000.00 in veterinarian bills, we saved the little guys life, and he is one of the best, if not the best, dogs we have ever had and today is a muscular, fit, and firm 70 pound best friend. After finishing my MBA, which at middle age was not easy, I decided to keep the research work ethics that I acquired, and devote about two hours each night in understanding the health benefits of supplementation for both humans and pets and how they might strengthen our, as well as our pets, immune system in a pre-emptive approach to health rather than a reactionary approach. Both of my daughters are avid cat lovers, and asked me to help them with health concerns and challenges with their cats. I am not a veterinarian nor claim to be, just a lover of pets that loves to research and pass on some knowledge that might be helpful, or at least stimulating to the thought process. Several of the articles that I have written can be found on my website; Liquid Vitamins &amp; Minerals for Humans &amp; Pets <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="http://www.liquid-vitamins-minerals-humans-pets.com/">http://www.liquid-vitamins-minerals-humans-pets.com/</a></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cheap Cat Insurance When you have a cat, an important step is to obtain cat insurance. UK pet lovers are relying more and more on these plans to help shoulder the financial responsibilities of pet ownership. With over 80 companies offering pet insurance for cats, it&#8217;s possible to purchase good quality, cheap cat insurance. The [...]]]></description>
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<p>When you have a cat, an important step is to obtain cat insurance. UK pet lovers are relying more and more on these plans to help shoulder the financial responsibilities of pet ownership. With over 80 companies offering pet insurance for cats, it&#8217;s possible to purchase good quality, cheap cat insurance. The main <strong>advantages</strong> are:</p>
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<p>Protection from the rising cost of vet care,<br />
Cover for unexpected injuries and illnesses,<br />
Support for chronic conditions such as arthritis and diabetes, and<br />
Death benefits.</p>
<p>Beyond core cover provisions, cat health insurance comes with many <strong>additional</strong> features. Ask about these when obtaining a cat insurance quote-some features are included and others are sold as extra options:</p>
<p>Cover for complementary treatments such as physiotherapy, massage, and chiropractic care.<br />
Cost of local advertising and reward for a missing pet.<br />
Lump sum benefit for permanent loss or theft.<br />
Fees for boarding your pet should you go into hospital.<br />
Reimbursement of holiday cancellation losses when your pet needs unexpected surgery.<br />
Health insurance extended to overseas travel.<br />
Various 24-hour helplines.</p>
<p><strong>What are the Main Cover Options?</strong></p>
<p>There are three main options for pet cat insurance:</p>
<p>The most expensive option is Full Life which covers your cat&#8217;s health concerns for the rest of its life, subject only to an annual monetary limit for each illness or injury.<br />
A modified version of Full Life covers each of your pet&#8217;s health conditions for the rest of its life, subject only to a policy maximum for each condition.<br />
Time-limited protection allows insurers to offer inexpensive plans. A time-limited plan covers each illness or injury for a limited period of time, usually 12 months. This cover is sufficient for many short-term illnesses; and helps with the initial diagnostic and treatment costs of conditions that last or recur after the end of the specified time period.</p>
<p><strong>Selecting a Plan</strong></p>
<p>It is a good idea to look into a plan as soon as possible. There is no point waiting until your pet has an accident or falls ill because then it will be too late. In most situations you won&#8217;t be able to find cover for a &#8220;pre-existing condition&#8221;. If you are interested in life cover, you must enrol your cat before its 10th or 11th birthday.</p>
<p>Before asking for a cat insurance quote, decide what level of cover you want to purchase. Base your decision on an estimate of vet bills for potential illnesses and injuries. Your vet or an experienced insurer will be able to help you with this. Some breeds of cats are more susceptible to long-term chronic conditions, which may persuade you to obtain life cover.</p>
<p>Many people need to find cheap cat insurance. Here are some tips for finding an affordable plan:</p>
<p>Consider a time-limited policy.<br />
Choose an affordable excess (an excess is the minimum portion of each claim that you will pay).<br />
Ask for a discount for enrolling multiple pets.<br />
Take advantage of a discount given for signing up online.</p>
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<p>Learn more about choosing the best <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="http://www.cheappetinsuranceonline.co.uk/">cheap cat insurance</a> and also find out why you need pet health insurance, together with the range of cover options and policy features to consider. Discover more about taking care of your precious little cat with <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="http://www.cheappetinsuranceonline.co.uk/cheap-cat-insurance/cheap-cat-insurance/">cheap cat insurance</a>.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anorexia in Cats Anorexia in cats is a symptom and not an actual disease. While it is often caused by an underlying illness it can also be the result your cat is recovering from an illness. However, there are several cases in which your cat may just be a very picky eater. If it is [...]]]></description>
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<p>Anorexia in cats is a symptom and not an actual disease. While it is often caused by an underlying illness it can also be the result your cat is recovering from an illness. However, there are several cases in which your cat may just be a very picky eater.</p>
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<p>If it is a case of your pet losing their appetite and just not wanting to eat, there are several remedies that may help to jump start your cat to begin eating again.</p>
<p>Anorexia is much different in cats than in humans where it is considered by many to be a psychological issue; while in cats it simply means that your pet has a decrease of appetite, or in severe cases, a complete loss of appetite. But not eating will soon lead to malnutrition in your pet and this could take their life if it continues.</p>
<p>Your cat stores the fat that is derived from foods in their liver. Extended periods of your pet not eating properly will start to put pressure on the liver which is where the fat reserves are stored. </p>
<p>Prolonged bouts of anorexia will eventually cause several forms of liver damage, including hepatic lipidosis, which is also called fatty liver.</p>
<p>Causes of Anorexia:</p>
<p>As all cat owners know all to well, some cats are such picky eaters that they may actually starve themselves until you find the right combination of some type of food grouping that they will eat. There are several underlying diseases that can be the actual cause of this condition, and this is something that you will need to have checked for very quickly by your veterinarian in case there is a disease that is causing this condition.</p>
<p>The food intake by your cat is actually controlled by a series of both internal and external influences. </p>
<p>There is a process that is known as the CNS phenomena and it is more common in cats than any other type of animal. Cats are carnivores and they must have their meat. When your cat ingests meat and protein the result is the absorption of amino acids that cross the blood brain barrier.</p>
<p>However, cats by nature have a very difficult time adjusting to any type of stress or any change in their environment. And they are very sensitive to any type of a change in their diets. Any major challenge in their lives may very well upset these CNS phenomena where their brain is signaling to them that it is the correct food for them.</p>
<p>Cats display a very strong preference to foods that are acidic and they rely very heavily on their sense of smell in the selection process. The sense of smell is also believed to trigger the signals in the brain that what they are about to eat is correct. If something is different, there may be no underlying cause at all for your cat suddenly not eating to the point of becoming anorexic, but instead, it is this strange phenomenon that they seem to have.</p>
<p>Feeding Habits:</p>
<p>Many owners have tried to switch the diets of their cats for several reasons that may include the newest fad diet or for economic reasons. But the bottom line is that your cat likes certain foods. They like foods that are moist and have high fat levels such as meat, moderate levels of protein, fish, diary products, eggs, and poultry. They also love yogurt and certain types of baby foods that tantalize their palates.</p>
<p>Cats have a very strong palatability to smell, taste, and texture. It has been a long held belief in the medical community that as hunger increases, palatability will decrease, especially with the CNS phenomena as it relates to stimulating eating. That seems to be true in almost every living species, except cats. They will do just the opposite.</p>
<p>Anorexia is cats are always caused by food aversion but it is not always caused by illness. If your cat suddenly stops eating or slows down to the point that it is starting to cause you concern and is not from an illness or a new medication, you may want to step back and look at what you have changed in routine with your cat.</p>
<p>Treatments:</p>
<p>There are several natural treatments with vitamins as well as other food stimulants that can get your cat eating again. At this point if you know it is not any type of an illness, there are several things that you can try.</p>
<p>Feeding Dish:</p>
<p>Have you recently changed your cats feeding dish? A dog could care less if you changed their dish and if they had their way, they would eat the dish. But remember that cats are very, very picky. Your cats feeding bowel should always be very wide and very shallow. Cats do not like their whiskers to be touched.</p>
<p>If your cat has difficulty in getting to their food and their whiskers touch the side, they will start to use their paws to get the food out. This will naturally inhibit your cat&#8217;s ability to eat and the goal is to stimulate them back to eating healthy again.</p>
<p>More Frequent Feedings:</p>
<p>Instead of feeding your cat just once a day, start to feed them two to three times a day. Increase the amount in each feeding until you can get your anorexic cat back to where it becomes stimulating for them to eat again. However, this will also give them more food than normal until you can get them stabilized.</p>
<p>Stroke Your Cat While Eating:</p>
<p>Cats love to be touched and this signals a relaxing message to their brain that everything is back to normal, at least in their world. It also helps to stimulate the nerve cells.</p>
<p>Use Additives and Nutrients:</p>
<p>There are several natural flavorings that you can add to your cat&#8217;s food such a chicken broth and beef broth. It will help to stimulate their senses as well as adding moisture to their food. Also try heating their food as this stimulates the sense of smell and the added aroma will help them eat.</p>
<p>The B class of vitamins is extremely important to a cat with eating disorders. Most any type of commercial cat food does not contain enough to start with, but deficiencies, especially of Vitamin B1, can cause brain seizures. The B class of vitamins helps in the CNS phenomena with cats as they help to stimulate the nerves and well as the appetite.</p>
<p>Summary:</p>
<p>If not caused by an illness, anorexia in cats is something that can be prevented if you are patient and work with your cat. They are very picky eaters to start with and understanding some of the stimulants and nuances common to cat eating disorders, could help change this very serious condition back to normal.</p>
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<p>I am an avid lover of pets and my wife and I have had several pets throughout our years. We are especially fond of dogs, and we have a 12 year old Dalmatian (our 3rd) and a &#8220;mutt&#8221; that we rescued when someone threw him away to die in a vacant field. He found us, nearly starved to death, and weighed about 2 pounds. After severe bouts of mange and severe dehydration, and over 1,000.00 in veterinarian bills, we saved the little guys life, and he is one of the best, if not the best, dogs we have ever had and today is a muscular, fit, and firm 70 pound best friend. After finishing my MBA, which at middle age was not easy, I decided to keep the research work ethics that I acquired, and devote about two hours each night in understanding the health benefits of supplementation for both humans and pets and how they might strengthen our, as well as our pets, immune system in a pre-emptive approach to health rather than a reactionary approach. Both of my daughters are avid cat lovers, and asked me to help them with health concerns and challenges with their cats. I am not a veterinarian nor claim to be, just a lover of pets that loves to research and pass on some knowledge that might be helpful, or at least stimulating to the thought process. Several of the articles that I have written can be found on my website; Liquid Vitamins &amp; Minerals for Humans &amp; Pets <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="http://www.liquid-vitamins-minerals-humans-pets.com/">http://www.liquid-vitamins-minerals-humans-pets.com/</a></p>
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		<title>Hug Your Cat Day!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hug Your Cat Day! In Alexandria, &#8220;Hug Your Cat Day&#8221; will be celebrated on May 24, 2011! This is a day to give extra love and attention to your cat, to snuggle a little longer and play a little more. Regular playtime is important for cats of all ages, especially senior cat, and is better [...]]]></description>
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<p>In Alexandria<strong>, &#8220;Hug Your Cat Day&#8221;</strong> will be celebrated on May 24, 2011<strong>!</strong> This is a day to give extra love and attention to your cat, to snuggle a little longer and play a little more. Regular playtime is important for cats of all ages, especially senior cat, and is better than just giving your cat toys to amuse him—you can make the toys come to life! There are some great pet stores in Alexandria that carry unique toys just for cats! Also, if you have to put in long hours at work, ask your pet sitter to show your cat some extra love on this day!</p>
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<p>Here are some tips for playtime with your favorite feline:</p>
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<p><strong>Why play</strong>:  Have FUN!</p>
<p>Interactive play is fun for both you and your cat—it helps strengthen the human-feline bond while keeping your cat healthy. Regular play sessions can help your cat relieve stress, release negative energy, and work out aggression in a positive way. </p>
<p>If you don&#8217;t have time, ask your pet sitter to encourage playtime while you&#8217;re away.</p>
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<p><strong>What to play: </strong> Simulate the &#8220;Hunt&#8221;</p>
<p>Purchase toys such as a wand or catnip mouse, or use wads of paper or yarn from home. Mimic your cat&#8217;s natural hunting behavior by making the toy act like a mouse or a bird. Use the wand to mimic bird flight, letting the &#8220;bird&#8221; land for the cat to try and catch it. Or move a toy on the floor in quick, jerky movements like a frightened critter; make the toy &#8220;run,&#8221; &#8220;hide,&#8221; and &#8220;freeze.&#8221;</p>
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<p>Allow your cat to pounce and catch the toy. He needs to bat it around for awhile before you jerk the toy away for him to chase some more. Also, consider using boxes as tunnels and hiding places for both your cat and the &#8220;mouse.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>How to end the &#8220;hunt:&#8221; Time</strong> for Treats</p>
<p>End each play session by letting your cat capture the toy. </p>
<p>About five minutes after the &#8220;capture,&#8221; feed your cat some canned cat food. This mimics the end of a real hunt, with the cat eating his prey. Also similar to real hunting behavior, your cat will probably take a long nap after an active play session.</p>
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<p><strong>What if my cat won&#8217;t play? </strong> Try Again…</p>
<p>Unlike dogs (which seem always ready to play), cats sometimes aren&#8217;t interested in playtime. Try different actions or different toys to see if that catches his attention. Try playing with dim lights in the room since cats in the wild prefer to hunt at dusk or at night. Pay attention to your cat and get to know certain behaviors that show he is ready to play. Also, give your pet sitter a chance to learn these behaviors so they know how to care for your cat while you&#8217;re gone. Finally, if nothing seems to work, give up for now. Take comfort in the idea that your efforts are probably entertaining enough!</p>
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<p><strong>Warnings for playtimes: </strong> Toys to avoid… </p>
<p>It is okay to use items such as string, yarn, and crinkly plastic bags during interactive play time but make sure these items are only available for your cat or kitten during supervised play. If eaten, items of this sort cause major digestive problems, requiring vet intervention.</p>
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<p>Finally, if you don&#8217;t have a cat, this is a great time to look for one at your local shelter. There are many local shelters in Alexandria with an abundance of cats and kittens in desperate need of foster parents or permanent homes!</p>
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<p>So, all you cat lovers remember: <strong>Hug Your Cat Day</strong> is May 24th.  It&#8217;s the best excuse to give your cat some extra grooming, cuddling, and playtime!</p>
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<p><em>Becky O&#8217;Neil is a pet expert and owner of Becky&#8217;s Pet Care a professional dog walker and pet sitter service provider in the Alexandria, VA area.</em></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cat scratching post When do you know that you need a Cat scratching post? It is when your cat starts scratching your furniture. It is very natural for a cat to scratch their nails. If they do not get a place to do that, they scratch where ever possible. This is why you have to [...]]]></description>
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<p>When do you know that you need a Cat scratching post? It is when your cat starts scratching your furniture. It is very natural for a cat to scratch their nails. If they do not get a place to do that, they scratch where ever possible. This is why you have to get your cat a <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.kittycathouse.org/">cat scratching post</a>.</p>
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<p> There are a number of reasons for a cat to scratch. The first one can be to mark their territory. The scent emitted by scratching is usually good enough to mark the territory. The scratching can also be out of anger or irritation. Scratching is a way to relieve stress for cats. They even scratch to keep their claws sharp. Whatever the reason is, cats do scratch. And it is important that you provide him with a cat scratching post. Or else you will have to see him scratch on your furniture.</p>
<p> Now that you have understood the importance of a scratch post, let us see how to choose one for your cat. </p>
<p>There are vertical as well as horizontal cat scratching posts available in the market. the first thing to take care is that the base of the scratch post should be wide so that it will not fall because of the pressure on it due to the cat&#8217;s weight. The height of the post also should be in such a way that the cat can scratch the whole height of the body along the post.</p>
<p> Usually the cat scratching posts are made of wood. A rough fabric is used to cover it so that the surface is fit for scratching. This will also increase the life time of the scratching post. . Some of the different types of scratching posts are wall posts, floor posts, shaped posts etc. </p>
<p>You need not go for these various designs. You can just choose a standard pillar type scratching post and that must work pretty well.</p>
<p> Sometimes <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.kittycathouse.org/">cat trees</a> can be good scratch posts too. They not only provide the cat with a place to scratch, but also provide the cat with a lot of activity and entertainment. This is a very economical option. If you combine it with a <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.kittycathouse.org/">kitty cat house</a>, then you are giving the cat all the comfort he craves in a single unit. Not only is it economical, it is also very much space saving in a small home.</p>
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		<title>Cat Breeding Cycle</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cat Breeding Cycle Cat breeding cycle is very important to understand. As the trend of having a pet is gaining popularity, people are looking at it from business perspective. So it is important to understand the information from basics. First of all keep it in mind that breeding is not carried out to have kittens [...]]]></description>
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 Cat breeding cycle is very important to understand. As the trend of having a pet is gaining popularity, people are looking at it from business perspective. So it is important to understand the information from basics.</p>
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<p>First of all keep it in mind that breeding is not carried out to have kittens for enjoyment sake. The kittens should be healthy. So cat care is very important. Treat the cat queen with great care during the cat pregnancy period. Take care of her nutrition, cat illnesses. Her delivery, post delivery care of the kittens is equally important. Then only you will be in a position to find a good home for the kitten.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.healthycatscare.com/cat-breeding.html">Cat Breeding</a> Cycle<br />
When a female cat is ready to mate, it is commonly said that the female cat is on heat. At this time the behavioral changes are noticed in them are, they yell in loud cries to attract male. The cats stoop and crawl with shortened legs. The cats spray too.</p>
<p>Now the next indication of the breeding cycle is the female rubs herself against furniture or you. She raises the back portion of the body in air and generates the appealing noise.</p>
<p>Some noticeable bodily changes are seen such as the external part of the genital organ gets swollen and some secretion is discharged through it.<br />
It is observed that the outdoor cats undergo the mating cycle twice a year, i.e. spring and early fall season. In case of indoor cats, the mating season is noticed every few weeks throughout the year unless and until she is bred. Any one will find this fact quite amazing. The reason behind it is, the temperature at home is more or less same throughout the year and artificial light may resemble sunlight in spring and summer.<br />
If the cat mating season is too frequent, it affects her health up to great extent as the cat will not eat during those days and will become considerably weak.<br />
If the cat already has the kittens do not bred her immediately. If you do not want your queen cat to be pregnant at that particular time, then you have to impound her.</p>
<p>As far as <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.healthycatscare.com/male-cat.html">male cats</a> are concerned, it is not recommended to use a pet cat for mating. As they tend to fight and spray. If you still want to bread the male cat with the pet queen, then neuter the cat so that the strong smell of the urine is reduced.</p>
<p>Always remember one thing that does not breed unless and until you own fit and strong animals with ultimate breeding characteristics.</p>
<p>Age Factor for Cat Breeding<br />
It is very important that the queen cat attains her adult size before breeding. If not all her energy is consumed into feeding the kittens and her growth is hampered. The required age for breeding is 18-24 months of her age. In case of male cats, the permissible age for breeding should be 18 months.</p>
<p>Health Check- ups Prior Breeding<br /><a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.healthycatscare.com/pregnancy.html">cat pregnancy</a> is very important look out as the disorders in the parents get genetically transferred to the off springs. So it is recommended to carry out the check up for vaccinations, internal parasites. They should be free from ear mites, ring worms and fleas. Both the male and female cat should be tested for genetically transferred conditions such as poly cystic kidney disease, hip dysplasia, heart troubles etc.</p>
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Hi I am Kelvin.Basically i am <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.healthycatscare.com/">cat care</a> specialist..I can solve your all cat health problem like proper Cat Diet, what are the different types of <a rel="nofollow" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.healthycatscare.com/cat-illnesses.html">cat illnesses</a>.etc.</p>
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		<title>Pet Strollers For Cats</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 05:57:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pet Strollers For Cats If you own a cat, you may think that your time together is restricted to your home but if you buy pet strollers for cats, you can take it out. Many cats do not like being on a leash and will fight to go home but in a cat stroller, they [...]]]></description>
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 If you own a cat, you may think that your time together is restricted to your home but if you buy pet strollers for cats, you can take it out. Many cats do not like being on a leash and will fight to go home but in a cat stroller, they are far more comfortable. You can transport your cat easily and know that it is safe and secure. You will be amazed how much more time you spend together when you can simply pop them into the stroller.</p>
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<p>There are several different types of cat strollers to choose from and you have to decide on your main uses for it before purchasing one. There are pet strollers for cats that you can use on the roads and other designs for rougher terrain. They are ideal for trips to the vets and are far more comfortable than pet carriers. Your cat can be placed in the stroller and simply pushed to the vets in the fresh air with no fear of being attacked by other animals.</p>
<p>If your cat is elderly or sick, the cat stroller is ideal as it can still get out and see things and get fresh air. Cats get bored if they are stuck indoors all of the time so having one of the pet strollers for cats is ideal. When looking at the different makes and models you can choose a design that works best for your cat. There are many styles and colors that let you can pick one that matches your personality. You will need to look at the capacity of the stroller and the extra storage places for you to place your shopping.</p>
<p>The storage compartment is ideal not only for your shopping but also for your cat&#8217;s accessories. You may need to take water and a bowl for your cat and this is the easiest place to put them. Buying a rain cover for your cat stroller is very important as your cat will not want to get wet at any time. Although you can buy cheap brands, if you want your pet strollers for cats to last, you should spend the money. Buying a quality stroller will enable you to use it with confidence, knowing it will last for several years.</p>
<p>You can find your cat stroller in all good pet stores and if you want something totally unique, look online. There are stores online that will personalize the cat stroller for you and your pet, making it a one of a kind. No matter where you purchase your pet strollers for cats, you need to ensure that it is affordable, lightweight and stylish.</p>
<p>You need to be able to collapse and store the cat stroller easily, both inside the house and the car. If you do not have the room to store it in the house folded, you may consider leaving it up for your cat to sleep in. Once your cat is used to the stroller, it will love being out and about safe and secure in its cat stroller. </p>
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