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Caring for Cats the Easy Way By : lizzieb It is often said that "a cat looks after itself." Well that may be an exaggeration, but if they condescend to being "friends" with you, then you must be doing something right. Should You Declaw Your Cat? By : Rona Limsy Do you know whether you should declaw your cat? Find out what declawing involves and what you should consider before you decide to declaw your cat. How to Give Your Cat Medicine By : Jude Wright Have you ever tried to medicate a cat? If you have, you probably have a few scratches to prove it! How To Bathe A Cat - A Step-By-Step Guide By : Rona Limsy Is Bathing Your Cat An Ordeal For You? Try this step-by-step guide to reduce the stress on you and your cat. Your Female Cat In Heat? How to Tell When She Is and What You Can Do By : Rona Limsy Is Your Cat Displaying Strange Behavior All Of A Sudden? She May Be In Heat! Find Out More Here. Does Your Cat Have A Healthy Diet? By : Matthew Homfray With an obesity epidemic sweeping through our nations pets, an online pet Q&A service have launched a campaign to educate owners about their cats lifestyle. Here we look at what a cats diet should be to keep it healthy and minimise those vet visits. Is It a Medical Cat Peeing Problem or Is It Cat Spraying? By : Rona Limsy Save A Trip to The Vet ... Your Cat Could Just Be Spraying Your Cat Goes Missing By : Kadence Buchanan According to the most recent Synovate pet survey (Sept. 2005), conducted in nine markets across the globe, the UK and the US were shown to be the two absolute leaders in pet ownership. The Cruelty Of Claw Removal By : Tristan Andrews Cats use their claws for various purposes. The claws are important to cats, as they are an essential part of balancing. Tips For Stopping Spraying By : Tristan Andrews Anytime your cat backs himself up to a door or other object in your house, lifts his tail, and releases urine - you have a problem. This problem is known as spraying, and is very common with cats kept indoors. Common Health Problems Of Cats By : Tristan Andrews If you are new to owning a cat, you may be surprised to find that health problems are a common thing. No matter what breed of cat you own, health problems are to be expected. Cats And Feline Diabetes By : Tristan Andrews Cats are one of the most popular pets in North America. They are loving pets, capable of providing you years of companionship. Like other pets, cats can sometimes get sick. Curing Bad Cat Breath By : Tristan Andrews Cat owners know for a fact that bad cat breath can be downright awful. It isn't that much different from bad human breath, as both are caused by bacteria found in the mouth that breaks protein down and releases the sulfur compounds out into the air. Helping Your Cat Stay Healthy By : Tristan Andrews To keep your cat healthy a majority of time, all you really need to do is give him good shelter, food, and plenty of water. Heartworm Treatment For Cats By : Tristan Andrews As most pet owners already know, heartworm treatment for cats and dogs isn't the same. Never, under any circumstances, should you give your cat heartworm treatment that is designed for a dog - or vice versa. Giving Your Cat A Pill By : Tristan Andrews Giving a cat a pill can be a nightmare. No cat wants something shoved down his throat, and he will fight you tooth and nail to prevent it. Your Cat Can Get Constipated Too By : Lee Dobbins Just like you, your cat can become constipated sometimes this is serious, but usually it is not - here is what to look for and what you can do to help. To Declaw or Not To Declaw - Is There Really A Question? By : Christopher Byrnes This article looks at the negative aspects od declawing one's cat. Simple Tips For A Happy Feline By : Christopher Byrnes Simple and easy ways to have a happy cat. How To Care For Your Kitten By : Paul P. Duxbury Even if you have had years of experience with adult cats, taking care of a kitten is a whole new world. Feline Obesity - A Growing Concern By : Tristan Andrews Obesity in cats is a growing concern. In fact, 25 to 30 percent of pet cats seen by veterinarians these days are overweight. How To Give Your Cat Medication By : Tristan Andrews There will be times when you will need to give your cat medicine whether they like it or not. Some cats will be more agreeable than others, but the following tips should help: How To Tell If Your Cat Is Sick By : Tristan Andrews Unfortunately, when your cat is sick, it can't tell you so it's up to you as a pet owner to train yourself to be observant. A good way to keep tabs on your pet's health is to make an informal, physical exam part of your weekly cat-care routine. Feeding Older Cats By : Tristan Andrews As cats grow older, their dietary needs change. Older cats are often more finicky about what they'll eat and may prefer to eat smaller portions at a sitting. The Truth About Feeding Your Cat Raw Meat By : Tristan Andrews Myths about proper diets for our cats seem always to be with us. Some of these myths may have a grain of truth, but this truth is often greatly exaggerated or misapplied. Other myths are nurtured by misinformation and mistrust. Spaying And Neutering Your Cat By : Tristan Andrews Lack of information or misinformation about neutering and spaying result in millions of kitten and cats being euthanized or abandoned each year. Cats Get Older Too By : Tristan Andrews With good veterinary care, an indoor lifestyle, cooperative genes and a pinch of luck, cats can sometimes live to the age of twenty years or more. Everything You Need To Know About Hairballs By : Tristan Andrews What is the condition of hairballs? Hairballs result from accumulations of hair in the digestive tract. Cats are fastidious cleaners, spending a great deal of time grooming their hair. What To Do About Cat Fleas By : Tristan Andrews External parasites live on a cats skin. They not only cause irritation, but sometimes carry other diseases. As you groom your cat, examine its coat for any evidence of parasites. External Cat Parasites - Lice, Mites And Mange By : Tristan Andrews External parasites live on a cats skin. They not only cause irritation, but sometimes carry other diseases. As you groom your cat, examine its coat for any evidence of parasites. How To Care For Your Cat's Teeth By : Tristan Andrews Problems involving the gums and teeth are very common in cats. In fact, surveys have shown that as many as 70% of all cats over the age of two suffer from significant dental disease. Keeping Your Indoor Cat Happy And Fit By : Tristan Andrews Cats can be happy and satisfied if kept entirely indoors. A survey has shown that they are likely to live twice as long, they cannot be stolen or run over, or pick up disease from another cat. Play Is Important Part Of A Cat's Health By : Dustin Cannon Cats need play time and not just the kind where they seem to be chasing some unidentifiable object or another member of the feline family at warp speed through the house. Cats also need interactive play. This is where your participation is needed. Have you Checked your Cats Teeth Recently? By : Matthew Homfray This article describes what makes certain cats susceptible to dental disease, how to recognise it in your cat and what to do about it. Cat Health - Common Issues By : Matthew Hick Like human beings, cats can suffer from a variety of health issues. But unlike humans, cats are unable to vocalize the problem. Cat Care And Your Longevity By : Christopher Byrnes How cat care can impove the owner's life too. Take Care Of Your Cat; Take Care Of Yourself By : Christopher Byrnes How cat care helps owners care for themselves. What Cat Care Reveals About You By : Christopher Byrnes The personal implications of good cat care. What Cat Care Can Mean To You By : Christopher Byrnes Learn more about how to care for your cat and why it benefits you too, in ways you might not have realised. A Healthy Cat Is A Happy Cat By : Christopher Byrnes Why taking care of your cat can make him or her happier Is Better Cat Care Worth It? By : Christopher Byrnes A look at whether it is worth the trouble of extra or better cat care for the average cat The Joy Of Cat Care By : Christopher Byrnes How caring for your cat can bring you more joy Care For Your Cat And Save Money By : Christopher Byrnes The financial benefits of good cat care investigated What You Must Do To Have A Happy Cat By : Ken Charnely Do you like to learn about new and interesting things? If so, this article will be right up your alley! A healthy animal makes for a happy pet. If you are a cat owner and you want to make your pet happy, you need to make sure that your cat is groomed properly, fed on time and is given enough love and attention. Is Declawing Bad For Your Cat? By : Lee Dobbins Declawing your cat is a major surgery and you must think long and carefully about this before subjecting your cat to it. Should You Declaw Your Cat? By : Ken Charnely As you begin to read through this informative article, give each point a chance to sink in before you move on to the next. Cats are born with claws, the same way that humans are born with fingernails and toe nails. Cats need claws in order to mark or scratch a specific place or territory that they have been in. Are There Benefits In Walking Your Cat? By : Ken Charnely Think you already know what this subject is all about? Chances are that you don't, but by the end of this article you will! Aside from dogs, cats are the next best pets for the home. In fact, 34.7 million households in the United States own at least one cat.