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Cat grooming: how to select a cat brush
10/27/2009 - 18:03
Ever wonder how to make sense of all the various kinds of cat brushes and combs out there? Here are some tips: If your kitty's fur is regularly brushed and free of any tangles or mats, a fine/medium combination comb will work nicely. A rubber brush can be used on a shorthaired cat, which, as a bonus, will polish his coat at …Read more »
Winning the War Against Fleas
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Fleas are one of your pet's greatest enemies. These tiny, wingless insects jump onto cats, dogs, and people and ingest their blood. Fleas flourish worldwide in moderate humidity and temperatures; only extreme, prolonged cold weather kills them. Their complex life cycle includes several microscopic stages including egg, larvae, and pupae. Fleas can live for several months. What are the Dangers …Read more »
Flea Facts: Know Thy Enemy
04/24/2009 - 09:21
General Facts A flea's main diet is blood. Fleas are generally less than 3/16" long. A female flea consumes 15 times her body weight in blood daily. Fleas are attracted to animals by body heat, movement and the carbon dioxide the host exhales. Fleas accelerate the equivalent of 50 times faster than a space shuttle does after liftoff. Fleas can jump up to 150 times the …Read more »
About Lyme Disease
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Deer ticks, which are prevalent in various parts of the United States, are the major carrier of Lyme disease. But some other species of ticks can also carry the disease. Deer ticks are tiny parasites that are difficult to see with the naked eye and can easily hide on people and pets. For the bacteria to spread to the victim, …Read more »
Foil Fleas
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Nothing puts a damper on fun like the appearance of fleas! If you're not prepared for them, they can infest your pet and your entire house. And as if the itching and scratching they can cause isn't enough of an annoyance, your pet can also develop a reaction to fleas if he is allergic to their bite. Fleas will feed …Read more »
Preventing Dental Disease
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Dental plaque, which is composed of bacteria, saliva and cellular debris, builds up on the enamel of the teeth. When plaque accumulates with food particles, it becomes hard, thick and yellow -- or calcified -- and is called tartar. Tartar becomes evident on many pets' teeth by the time they're 2 to 3 years old. If it's not removed, tartar …Read more »
Why Is My Cat Scratching At Her Ears?
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Occasional light scratching is normal. However, persistent scratching or pawing at the ears or head can be an indication of ear infection, injury, excess earwax, something lodged in the ear or skin problems. Some ear problems may not be easily visible and require a deep ear exam by a veterinarian to be properly evaluated. Any discharge, odor, redness, pain, swelling, …Read more »
Cleaning Your Cat's Ears
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Many cats are excellent self-groomers and rarely need ear care, while others should have routine cleanings. If you notice wax, dirt or other debris, then it is probably time for a cleaning. For those cats that need it, cleaning and caring for your pet's ears are important ways to reduce the chance for ear infections and excess waxy build up. …Read more »
Hairballs -- 8 Ways to Lick the Problem
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Few creatures are as fastidious as felines. They can spend hours licking their coats, and when they've covered every inch, they'll happily start again. They don't seem to mind swallowing a little hair -- it's all part of good grooming. Sometimes, however, fur that should pass right through the digestive system gets trapped in the stomach. As more and more …Read more »
Cat Bathing as a Martial Art
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Know that although the cat has the advantage of quickness and lack of concern for human life, you have the advantage of strength. A. Capitalize on that advantage by selecting the battlefield. Don't try to bathe him in an open area where he can force you to chase him. Pick a very small bathroom. If your bathroom is more than …Read more »
