An Overview of Cat Breeds
Excerpt : Cats were one of the last animals to be domesticated. They were first found in households in Egypt about 5000 years ago. Currently they are the most popular house pets, outnumbering dogs by more
Cats were one of the last animals to be domesticated. They were
first found in households in Egypt about 5000 years ago.
Currently they are the most popular house pets, outnumbering
dogs by more than two to one.
The earliest domestic cat was probably a Tabby, descended from
the wild tabby cat.
The first cat
Buy this Mini Poster at AllPosters.com
Also see :
"How To Keep Your Cat Happy and Healthy - Playtime for Kitty"
While dogs tend to get lots of exercise, cats are often left to their own devices, having to find their own ways of exercising if they are kept indoors. Cats have gone from working animals to creatures of leisure. In the past, a cat spent most of...read more
I'm Allergic To My Cat!
Having a cat allergy came as something of a surprise to me. Growing up, I had many pets - cats, dogs and birds. My family were animal lovers and pets abounded, so being in contact with animals was a daily occurance. No one ever seemed to suffer from...read more
|
show was held in London in 1871. There were 17
breeds listed at that show. oday there are 37 distinct breeds
recognized in the United States, though other countries may list
more or less.
Though dogs were initially bred to do specific jobs, such as
pulling, hunting or herding; cats have been bred for looks alone.
As with
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
Also see :
How to Make a Smooth Move with your Pet - Moving with Cats
You know how stressful a move can be, and now imagine how your
cat can feel on seeing you packing boxes and movers wrapping the
furniture and taking it away. Cats are territorial animals and
feel the change of environment much stronger than dogs....read more
The Temperament Of Cats
Perhaps you imagined yourself as a sleek young woman like Selena Kyle. But is a cat the right pet for you? To decide, you must have an idea what to expect from a cat. You must be familiar about the temperament of cats.
First of all, a domestic...read more
|
dogs, the desired physical trait that is bred for often
carries with it undesirable defects.
Manx cats (which are tailless) for example often are born with
malformed urinary tracts. Persians can have lethal defects of
the eyes, nose and jaws.
Both Persians and Siamese have a high incidence of cleft palate.
Blue-eyed
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
Also see :
Five Cat Food Factors That Discourage Feline UTD
One of the most common causes of Feline Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is what your cat eats. A feline diet that is too high in carbohydrates and magnesium, and low in protein can lead to FLUTD. When their cat is initially diagnosed with FLUTD,...read more
How to Train Kittens to Use the Cat Litter Box
There are several things you need to do to help the mama cat train her kitties to develop good cat litter box habits. While the kids may try to follow mom's example, here's how you can help cement that success.
First, since kittens are so...read more
|
white cats are often born deaf, and may be sickly in
general.
Cat breeds are first classified by coat type, longhair or
shorthair. Then each breed is divided into accepted color
classes.
The most common and most popular "breed" is not a breed at all,
but the ordinary housecat, known as the domestic shorthair or
the
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
Also see :
Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats
All consumed food is eventually converted to sugar, the energy
source for every organ in the body and for every cell in every
organ. If too much food is consumed, the extra calories can be
stored by the body for later conversion to sugar. Sugar...read more
Training a Cat to a New Environment
When bringing home a new cat or kitten to a different
environment with other pets and additional family members this
does not have to be an overwhelming experience for the new cat
or kitten and family. Cats and kittens adjust quickly...read more
|
domestic longhair. They are also commonly called tabby cats,
though this term actually refers to specific markings and
coloration.
Of the purebred cats, the currently most popular are the
Persian, Maine Coon and the Siamese.
About the author:
Elyse Grau writes extensively on pet-related issues and
gardening
Buy this Magnet at AllPosters.com
Also see :
How To Stop Your Cat Scratching And Ruining Your Furniture
It's natural for cats to scratch but often it destroys your good
furniture. Thankfully there are some things that you can do to
relieve the problem.
Many people watch in sadness as their cat destroys virtually
everything that he can get his...read more
Train a Cat to Listen
Cats cannot be discipline as you would a dog. With a dog they
are social dominant that can be trained to have you as the
dominant one. The reason that cats will not react as a dog is
that cats have social groups only by respect and social...read more
|
topics. She owns The Original Dog Biscuit Company
(www.originaldogbiscuit.com)and runs the Pet Health Resource
website (www.pethealthresource.com). Elyse is also an herbalist,
with a focus on animals, and has extensive knowledge of canine
nutrition.
More Cats Articles
Different Kinds Of Cat Collars
Although collars are generally thought to be for the canine
kind, many cat owners choose to...
Reasons For Neutering Your Cat
Cats are warm blooded carnivorous mammals and they certainly feed on protein-rich meat. They are...
Buy this Art Print at AllPosters.com
For Cat Lovers Like You and Me
|
sitemap
Partners :
Advertising | Online Advertising | Online Advertising | Web Advertising | Web Advertising
copyright www.all-about-cats.net 2006
|
Recently Added Cats Articles
Can Cat Lovers Ever Love Dogs?
People often define themselves as either a cat lover or a dog
lover, but the question remains can a cat lover ever love dogs?
Or, dog lovers ever love cats? It takes a lot for a person to
change even in the simplest of ways. This seems to be one...read more
Feral Cats - Society's Problem Children
There is a lot of talk going on about what to do with the issue of feral cat population. Some measures have been proposed which will allow residents to kill what they perceive to be feral cats on their property. This suggestion has caused a bit of...read more
Holiday Training Your Cat
With all the holiday's coming up soon, there is still time to
get your cat trained for the holidays. You will want to search
out tips on saving the tree and table for the holidays, with
your cat around.
One thing you can start with is...read more
How To Be A Responsible Cat Owner
Now that you have a cat or several cats in the house, you need to think about how you can be a responsible cat owner and provide for the needs of your cats. This means that you have to think about the cats’ living conditions, feeding, grooming,...read more
What's Your Cat's Preferred Litter Box Type?
Many cat owners experience trouble with kitty not using the cat litter box they've chosen for her. With a little bit of understanding about their cat, the proper cat litter box type can be found quickly for good cat litter box habits.
For...read more
Cats And Pills - Tablets.
Nearly everything alive becomes ill at some stage in its life,
and pets are no exception. I have been very fortunate in that my
two cats have been very healthy for most of their lives.
Recently the oldest cat become ill and had to go to the...read more
Five Cat Food Factors That Discourage Feline UTD
One of the most common causes of Feline Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is what your cat eats. A feline diet that is too high in carbohydrates and magnesium, and low in protein can lead to FLUTD. When their cat is initially diagnosed with FLUTD,...read more
New Cat Causing an Odor Problem?
Recently, a friend said she'd gotten a new cat from a male
friend and the cat was spraying and urinating outside the litter
box. She has an existing kitty, female.
Get into the mind of the cat! He's new, nothing smells like
anything he...read more
Should Outside Cats Use A Collar
Most cat owners find themselves in a quandary over whether or
not to use a cat collar on their outdoor cats. The debate still
reigns over the pros and cons of outfitting an outside cat with
a collar, but many veterinarians and cat experts agree...read more
Stop Cat Urine Smell By Removing Cat Litter Box Waste
Cat urine smell is one of the most powerful pet odors imaginable. If you don't scoop the cat litter box and dispose of her waste, your kitty may deposit her waste all over your home. This article gives you some advice on why you should quickly...read more
Some News About Cats
http://www.bloglines.com/search?q=Cats&ql=en&s=f&pop=l&news=m&format=rss
|