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Cats Being Cats (At Their Very Best) Although this feature attempts to give cats human-like attributes, as we humans are prone to do, please read it with a grain of salt. We all know that cats are at their very best when they are being themselves: wonderful, furry individuals, mysterious, elusive, and ever-changing. Here then are examples of proof that cats are sentient beings, surely as smart as humans, while retaining their catlike superiority.More of Cats Being Cats Cats Being Cats Picture Gallery Photo Credit: © Franny Syufy - Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Sunday May 18, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Cici - The Cat That Came A Calling
Shortly after publishing the article about Sasha, the Cat Who Used Tools, Franny thought that other readers might have stories about their own tool-using cats. She was pleased when Grace rose to the challenge and submitted her own story about Cici, another cat who has converted human "tools" to her own needs. Cici learned how to knock on doors and flush the commode. She sounds like quite a kitty character! Readers are encouraged to submit their own stories about tool-using cats, or other examples of observation, reasoning, and follow-through by cats to fulfill needs. If you have a story about a cat that you think will equal or exceed Sasha's and Misty's stories, please use the Article Submission form to submit it. Photo Credit: Cici the Cat © Grace - Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Sunday May 18, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Cat Picture of the Week: Taz Taz is three months old in this picture, which is when I adopted him. Taz was feral and part of a "community rescue effort" where the City was going to capture and destroy approximately 36 feral cats who were living around a boat ramp. I'm pleased to say I am lucky today to have my "Taz Man" as a companion. Taz was rescued by a wonderful assistant at my vet's office (Suzanne), and she took him home and cared for him and other rescued kitties until they were ready for adoption. I am happy to say that all 36 of the cats and kittens were rescued and found homes. Taz is absolutely the sweetest kitty...you would never know he had been wild. He is healthy and a very loving boy.© Cathy Yates People who have hung around my site for awhile have probably caught on that I'm a sucker for a pretty face, and even more of a sucker for rescue stories. Taz captured my attention and my heart on both counts here. My Cats of the Week are selected from general photo submittals. Taz's photo was submitted for the 2008 Tuxedo Cats Gallery and is also featured there.
You may submit your own cat's photo, but you also must observe the Photo Submittal Guidelines. Saturday May 17, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) About Cats PhotoQuiz 2: How Well Do You Know Your Cats?
If you're like many cat lovers, you want to know everything there is to learn about cats. Here's a chance to test your knowledge about cat breeds, behavior and colors. Choose the correct answer to match the question and the cat picture, and see how you score.There are an even dozen questions in this quiz.
- Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Saturday May 17, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Video: How to Clean Pet Stains and Remove OdorsNew About.com Video with JJ Burkart
Love your cat, but hate to clean up his messy, stinky stains? Learn how to remove pet stains and odors quickly and easily so you no longer have to worry about occasional accidents. Remember too, that trained cats do not avoid the litter box without cause. It may be too dirty, have a new litter that he doesn't like, or more importantly, he could have a urinary tract problem that is causing pain he associates with the litter box. Check out these resources before condemning him as a bad cat:
- Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Saturday May 17, 2008 | permalink | comments (1) Top Things a Cat Needs for Survival In order to survive, there are certain minimum things a cat needs, such as good food, water, a litter box, scratching post, and a place to sleep. Oh yes, and don't forget toys. These are my top choices for the things a well-kept cat needs for survival.
Photo Credit: © Franny Syufy - Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Friday May 16, 2008 | permalink | comments (3) Free Email Class: Care of Your Senior Cat Whether we call them "geriatric," "older," or "senior," it is always difficult to watch our old guys and ladies age. Geriatric cats suffer many of the same conditions and diseases as older humans, but careful managment can vastly improve their quality of life.This free email class will lead you, step-by-step through the daily management of your older cat's health, comfort, and quality of life.
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Photo Credit: "Tweakers" © drussell41 - Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Friday May 16, 2008 | permalink | comments (2) FAQ of the Day: How can I get rid of pet redeye in pictures of my cat?While I am sure that no one would confuse me with a real photographer, I seem to have more than my share of red eyes in photos. It's caused, of course, because the flash reflects off the tapetum ludicum behind the cat iris; the slight downside of cats' ability to see so well in reduced light.
Photo Credit: "Mendy" © Patti Van Tine - Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Thursday May 15, 2008 | permalink | comments (2) Cats and Their Pets Picture Gallery For centuries, cats have been happy to live in harmony with dogs, rabbits, goldfish and other domesticated critters, as these pictures with attest to. However, cat lovers all know that a cat is the sole owner of his or her household and every living being who resides in it. The typical cat will look at the household dog and think "Mine!", which should surprise no one.
Enjoy these photos submitted by readers of cats with their "pets," then submit your own photos of cats living in harmony with the pets they love, using the information requested in the Photo Guidelines. Please use "Cats and Pets" as the subject of your email. Photo Credit: "Bear and his Dog Dufus" © Anthony Bauman - Posted by Janet Tobiassen DVM, Guide to Veterinary Medicine Thursday May 15, 2008 | permalink | comments (0) Wordless Wednesday: Cup O' Cat More Wordless Wednesday Here Wednesday May 14, 2008 | permalink | comments (5) Display Latest Headlines | powered by WordPress |
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