Cats: Most Popular Articles

Cats Photo Quiz - Boy Cat or Girl Cat
So you think you can tell a male or female cat by their looks? Test your skills with this cats picture quiz, boy vs girl cats. It may not be as easy as you think

Cat Person Quiz - What kind of cat person are you
What kind of cat person are you? Are you indifferent to cats, a cat owner, a cat lover or an irredeemable cat slave? Take this javascript-based cats quiz to analyze your true relationship with your cat.

Cat Giving Birth Video
One of the common excuses for allowing a pet cat to give birth is 'I want my children to experience the miracle of birth.' If you are tempted to subscribe to this notion, spay your cat and have your children watch this video first. Warning: explicit content - preview before showing children.

Mean Kitty Story
Mean Kitty's Story is a YouTube video by Cory Williams, SMP Films, telling the story of how Sparta, the kitten featured in his tremendously popular video, "The Mean Kitty Song" entered his life.

So Your Cat is Pregnant
So your cat turned up pregnant or a pregnant stray adopted you. Where do you go from here? Here is help in deciding whether to let the pregnancy continue or to opt for spaying and abortion.

Tell if Your Female Cat is ...
Female cats that are not spayed will eventually come into heat, and the signs are not entirely ambiguous. Here are some behavioral symptoms to look for if you suspect your diva is in heat.

Top Mistakes of New Cat Owners
Before adopting a cat for the first time, do your homework to avoid these top mistakes made by new cat owners. By avoiding these mistakes, you and your cat will have a much better chance at a happy long-term relationship.

Cat Behavior 101
Behavioral problems in cats, such as avoiding the litterbox, excessive meowing and other attention-seeking behavior, biting and painful or destructive scratching can be corrected by first eliminating physical causes, then instituting a program of gradual retraining, with the help of these resources. Remember that there are no bad cats, only uninformed cat caregivers.

Cat Breeds Snapshots
When you just need a little bit of information about a breed, About Cats Breeds Snapshots are a good starting point. Hankering for a pedigreed cat? Here is help in making the right decision for your family.

Cat Reproduction 101
Cats' reproduction activities may seem simple to the casual observer: they mate loudly, frequently, and indiscriminately, then give birth to a bunch of kittens. The truth is not quite as clear-cut as that, however. For instance, did you know that cats do not ovulate until they mate? Or that a female cat may give birth to five kittens, each from a different father? Learn the truth of these matters and much more about mating and conception in cats.

Signs of Pregnancy
If your cat was in heat and had access to a tom (unneutered male) cat, the likelihood that she is pregnant is very strong. Learn to recognize the physical and behavioral signs of a pregnant cat.

Tracking First Six Weeks
Part 2 of a series on tracking the development of a kitten from birth to one year: what to expect. This part discusses the all-important first six weeks.

Premium Dry Cat Foods
Dry food is the staple in many cats' diets. Here are my top picks for premium dry foods, so your cat can get the most nutrition for health and longevity. None of these dry cat foods contain any wheat gluten, nor were they part of the Menu Foods recall of March 16, 2007.

Cat Age Conversion Chart
A handy chart for converting your cat's age to human years.

Top Picks Canned Cat Food
Experts agree that canned food should be the staple, if your cat eats commercially prepared cat food. These are my top choices of quality canned food for adult cats. Any of them would form a fine staple diet for a cat. The order is based mostly by my own cats' reaction to these foods, and as we know, cats will sometimes turn up their noses today at yesterday's favorite. The bottom line is that the best food is wasted, if your cat won't eat it, so don't be too focused on the numbers.

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One of the top items of curiosity about cats is 'why do they purr?' Although there is no definitive answer why cats purr, it is a remarkable ability shared by no other animal, except certain big cats and the raccoon.

Bottle-Feed a Newborn Kitten
Step-by-step instructions for bottle-feeding a newborn kitten, including precautions to take, helpful tips, and the follow-through you'll need to provide as a surrogate cat mother.

Tabby Cats
Did you know the Tabby cat is not a breed, but a color pattern? Many cat breeds include the tabby pattern, as do out beloved Moggie cats. We extoll the virtues of the common but glorious tabby cat, along with some legends about the M on the forehead of the tabby.

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The time may come when you will need all the help you can find on kitten care. Kittens have specific needs and their care at a young age will have a lot to determine their health and well-being as adult cats. Unless you are an old hand at kitten care, this article will give you the necessary information you need on raising healthy kittens.

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In the late 19th century, North America discovered the Persian cat, and it soon reached the zenith of being the most popular cat in the United States, an honor it still holds today. Enjoy these photos of lovely Persian cats, provided by their owners.

Tracking Kittens Six Weeks
The all-important first six weeks in a cat's life will do much in determining his personality and character for the rest of his life. Kittens will probably never grow again at the remarkable rate they accomplish during this period, and seeing the changes in their development from week to week is an incredible experience.

Cats - User Submitted Videos
An index of User Submitted Videos for the Cats guide site.

Mating in Cats
What happens when cats mate? Is it true a litter of kittens can be fathered by different cats? Can my cat become pregnant while still nursing her kittens? Answers to all these questions on mating and conception in cats.

Allergic to Cats
Top Ten Steps for Reducing Allergies to Cats by guest writer Mercia Tapping.

He Peed WHERE?
Cats urinating outside the litterbox is cited as one of the main reasons for surrendering cats to animal shelters. You can rid your house of cat urine odor and retrain your cat to the litterbox by using the tips in this article.

Human Pregnancy and Cats
Forget the old wives' tales about cat litter being dangerous around pregnant women or cats sucking the breath from babies. You can keep your cat even through pregnancy, by following a few simple rules involving cat litter management.

Breeds and Color Patterns
Cat lovers who are not actively involved in the cat fancy, often are confused about identifying terms, such as purebreed, DSH, and tabby. Learn more about the qualifying differences between these terms.

Life Expectancy of Cats
How long is the common cat supposed to live? Questions and answers from the About Guide to Cats

Cat Breeds A
Cat breeds quick profiles for cat breeds beginning with A

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Siamese cats' popularity zoomed rapidly after they were introduced in England, and although the breed standard has changed significantly over the years, Siamese remain high in popularity for people looking for a pedigreed pet. Whether your tastes run from the Traditional to the modern version of the Siamese, these pictures represent exotic looking Meezers in all their glory. This Siamese Cats Picture Gallery page features Lancelot.

Kitten Food for Kittens
Kittens are not just miniature cats. Kittens' growth and development needs require extra protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals to get the right start in life. Save the cat food for your big guys, and give your kitten what he needs: kitten food.

Human Foods for Cats?
Although some cats will beg for scraps of human foods at the table, it is best to limit their food to commercial cat foods or specially prepared cat foods with cats' nutritional needs in mind. Some human foods should NEVER be fed to cats because of the potential of toxicity.

Sexing Kittens
A reader asks how to determine the sex of a kitten.

Cat Litters
The type of cat litter for the litter box is critical to the success of litter box training. Your cat will be most interested in the smell and texture of the substrate (litter). Your concerns may be safety of use, scoopability, disposability, and odor control. The bottom line, of course, is 'will your cat use it?' This list includes non-clay scoopable 'natural cat litters' as well as certainly clay-based 'specialty' litters and litters made from other substrates.

Plants Poisonous to Cats
List of plants poisonous to cats and other pets, including type of reaction for each plant

Top Odor Removal Products
Top Picks for products designed to remove cats urine odor and stains, from your About Guide to Cats.

Raising Newborn Kittens
Raising tiny newborn kittens can be challenging, intensely rewarding and sometimes heartbreaking. This article gives you some tools to help balance the odds in the kittens favor, so your newborn kittens can grow to be healthy cats.

Hairballs
Hairballs are not only a nuisance, they can create harmful intestinal blockages, if excessive. Here's help in combatting hairballs, and preventing them from happening again.

Convert Cat's Age to Human ...
How to determine your cat's age in human years, including an attached conversion chart.

Pregnant Cat: Birth Process
The big day has arrived when your pregnant cat goes into labor. Chances are that you will not need to do anything to help with the birth process except to be with your cat to encourage her. However, you should know how to spot potential problems and what action to take, should she need assistance with the birth process.

How to Introduce Your New C...
Introducing a new cat to existing cats in the home can be painless if you follow these simple steps, take your time, and let the cats set their own pace.

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Your kitten's first year is the most important one, in terms of his physical development as well as the human-feline bonding you will develop, which will help mold his personality. These are months to cherish, as they pass by all too quickly. Learn what to expect during the months of a kitten's first year.

When Will Kittens be Born?
My cat got out a few weeks ago and was gone overnight, and she's looking awfully fat now. Is it possible that she is pregnant? If so, when will the kittens be born? FAQ from the mailbox of the About Guide to Cats.

Eyes of a Cat
While the eye may be the window to the soul, you can learn a number of things about both your cat's mood and his health by looking in his eyes.

Does Your Cat Bite and Scra...
It's sad to see a cat gotten rid of because of biting and scratching behavior. While biting and scratching are painful and frustrating, these behaviors can be changed with understanding and patience. First you need to find the reason for the biting or scratching. Understanding your cat's body language is often the key.

FAQ How Often to Feed Cat
How often should I feed my cat? Questions and answers from the About Guide to Cats.

FIV in Cats
A positive test for FIV does not mean a mandatory death sentence for your cats. With proper diet and veterinary management, cats with Feline AIDS can survive many years.

Cat Food Comparison A to Z
Find a list of cat food products by manufacturer and brand names, A to Z, and follow the links to compare ingredients.

How Does My Cat Garden Grow? - Section 2- Toxic Plants
When planting your Spring garden this year, keep your cats in mind, both in terms of safety and purrfect enjoyment

felineanalglands
That stink you sense coming from your normally sweet-smelling cat may be the result if his expressing his anal glands. Learn the hows and whys of these remarkable organs of cat communication.

Munchkin Breed Profile
Breed information about the Munchkin cat breed, its standards, profile, history, and personality traits.

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Equally at home with children, dogs, or older persons, the Maine Coon is an ideal pet, handily earning its status as the second most popular breed in America, as well as it's fond nickname, "The Gentle Giant." Who can resist? Once you've cast your eyes on the beauty of a Maine Coon, you may never look at cats the same way again. Enjoy this picture gallery of exquisite Maine Coon cats.

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The Bengal combines the exotic look and feel of the small forest-dwelling wild cats they descend from with the dependability and loving temperament of the domestic cat. For a walk on the wild side with an affectionate companion, you can't go wrong with a Bengal cat. Enjoy these photos of exotic Bengal Cats, courtesy of their human companions. This page features Savannah,

Eye Problems and Blindness
Feline disease profile on eye problems and blindness in cats. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of problems that affect the vision of cats, including conjunctivitis, cataracts, glaucoma, tumors, and other conditions involving the eyes of cats.

Cat Carriers Top Picks
At least one cat carrier is an absolute essential for trips to the vet, travel, or emergencies. There are pros and cons to both soft-sided cat carriers and hard-sided cat carriers. These are my top picks of both versions

Tips for Choosing Cat Food
Cat food is one of the most important expenses of feline guardianship, next to veterinary care. It is important to note that proper diet can eliminate or delay veterinary expense for a number of serious medical conditions. Learn how to read cat food labels to make intelligent choices for your cat.

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Feline Disease Profile of Chronic Renal Failure (CRF), which is a common disease of older cats. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of CRF cats.

Canned Cat Food
Although many people rely on dry cat food as a staple for their cats' diets, canned cat food is a must for developing strong bones and muscles, while mitigating many potential conditions caused or contributed to by an all-dry cat food diet.

hyperthyroidism
Profile of feline hyperthyroidism - its symptoms, treatment and prognosis.

Heat Cycles in Cats
Female cats can start heat cycles at a very early age, and, until spayed or they become pregnant, the cycles will occur with frequent regularity. Learn more about heat cycles, also called oestrus, or estrus cycles in cats.

Cat Attention-Seeking
Attention-seeking behavior and excessive vocalization often go hand-in-hand with cats. Causes for these behaviors can be either physical or emotional, or both. Before punishing your cat for excessive crying and meowing, or other attention seeking behavior, do some homework on possible causes.

Tracking Kittens Developement
Part 1 of a new series on tracking the development of a kitten from birth to one year: what to expect.

Don't Flee the Flea!
Flea season is upon us, but your cats do not have to suffer the itching, hair loss, and other miseries carried by these parasites. Here's helpful information on cat flea control

Finding Lost Cats
Your cat turns up missing. Is he a runaway cat, a catnapped cat, or injured or dead? Here are some useful tips for searching for your lost cat, and for preventing the theft of your cat in future.

Aggression Between Family Cats
Aggression between cats sharing a household can come in several forms, including play aggression, redirected aggression, and territorial aggression. It is important to understand the kind of aggression before attempting to intervene.

About Cats Photo Quiz
About Cats Photo Quiz Question 1. How well do you know your cats?

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In the late 19th century, North America discovered the Persian cat, and it soon reached the zenith of being the most popular cat in the United States, an honor it still holds today. Enjoy these photos of lovely Persian cats, provided by their owners.

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Did you know that tuxedo cats are 200% smarter than other cats? That the first cat in the new world was a Tuxedo cat named Asgerd aboard a Viking ship, or that the largest inheritance given a cat was to a tuxedo? Learn more amazing bits of fact and/or fiction about tuxedo cats, as researched by Dr. Magrathea Wallace, aka Maggie.

Natural Stress Remedies
As stress in cats has many causes, a one-stop remedy may not work for all occasions. These are my choices of natural remedies for stress in cats, including herbal and flower essences.

Fatty Liver Disease in Cats
Fatty Liver Disease in cats can come on very suddenly, and when diagnosed in time, can be cured by dietary means, but left untreated can be fatal.

Cats' Body Language
Follow a picture tour with descriptions and explanations of cats' body language and what it signifies to humans and other cats.

Hemingway Cats
Learn the history and story behind the many-toed cats known as Hemingway Cats, polydactyls, or Mitten Cats.

Reasons Not to Declaw
If you are thinking of declawing a cat, or a veterinarian suggests declawing at the same time as neutering, before you make a decision for non-reversible surgery, please consider these reasons NOT to declaw.

Raw Food Diet for Cats: A N...
Many nutritionists and veterinarians agree that a raw food diet is best for cats. Here are the pros and cons, and how to go about utilizing it.

Is Milk Okay for my Cat?
Will a small amount of skim milk be okay for my cat? Questions and answers from the About Guide to Cats

Female Cat in Heat
I'm caring for a co-worker's female cat and she's in heat. What can I do to help her?

Kitten Supplement Formula
Keep this kitten supplement recipe handy for feeding orphaned kittens in an emergency.It also offers nutrition to ailing cats, cats with dental problems which prevent biting, and anorexic cats.

HTCareForHumans
Guest writer Martine Carlsen contributes an article on Useful Advice for Cats: How to Care for your Human, a humorous, but all too true commentary on the way cats perceive us as pets needing care.

Kitten Care Lesson Five
Most training of kittens is pretty straightforward and easy. Provide them with a litter box and show it to them - they'll use it. Put their little paws on a scratching post and watch them go to town. This lesson covers both of those in more detail, as well as some other potential behavioral issues you may encounter with kittens as well as adult cats. Lesson 5 in an online course on Kitten Care

Ways to Ease Travel by Car ...
Cats can travel by car if you do your homework in advance. Follow these tips on how to travel with your cat by car, while making the trip easier on both of you.

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Equally at home with children, dogs, or older persons, the Maine Coon is an ideal pet, handily earning its status as the second most popular breed in America, as well as it's fond nickname, "The Gentle Giant." Who can resist? Once you've cast your eyes on the beauty of a Maine Coon, you may never look at cats the same way again. Enjoy this picture gallery of exquisite Maine Coon cats.

Is Cat Pregnant? - Lesson 3
How can I tell if my cat is pregnant? How can the veterinarian diagnose pregnancy in cats? What should I do next? Lesson 3 of 7 lessons on Care of a Pregnant Cat.

Cleaning Kitty Accidents
Help for cat lovers in cleaning up the messes cats sometimes leave, such as pee, barf, and poop. An essential guide to keeping a happy kitty and a clean house.

giftsforspoiledcats
Wondering what kind of gifts to get your favorite cat for a birthday, adoption anniversary day, or holiday? Look no more - here are my top picks for fussy felines, the spoiled cats who have everything.

Getting a New Cat
Getting a cat for the first time involves a lot more than just picking out a cat. Here is the help you'll need, including how to know if you're ready, where to go to get a cat, what kind of cat to get, kitten vs adult, and more.

Urine Odor Remover Buying Tips
Not all cat urine odor removal products are equal. Using the wrong one can have disastrous results for the unwary. Here is important information to know before buying cat urine odor and stain removers.

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The most important time of development in a kitten's life is in the first six months. Here is important information on kitten food, discipline and training of your kitten, and playing with your kitten.

Outside the Box Two
Is it possible to correct housesoiling problems with any degree of certainty that they will not recur? The answer is yes-if you are willing to follow some important recommendations that will work with the cat's basic nature and instincts to modify the behavior.

Post-Natal Care
The first two to three weeks are the most crucial for your mother cat and her newborn kittens. The kittens are developing rapidly, and the queen will usually show symptoms of any post-partum problems by this time. Learn more about the care needed by your queen and her kittens.

Premium Canned Kitten Foods
Kittens need a premium canned food for the source of all the necessary nutrients needed to give them the right start in life. Here are my top choices of premium canned foods for kittens.

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We celebrate red cats in our December Picture Calendar, but we love them year-round. December is a great month for snuggling with your cat in front of a crackling fire, particularly if your cat mirrors the colors of the flames. And of course we can't forget that December is red for the color of Christmas stockings and Santa's suit, as well as the color of the flames on Chanukkah candles. Enjoy these pictures of red cats, submitted by readers.

Costs of Responsibility
Being a responsible owner of a cat comes with certain financial obligations. If you are not prepared to meet these costs, it is better to not adopt a cat at all. Irresponsibility carries its own costs, in terms of sacrifices to a cat's health and well-being, along with the potential heartbreak of the loss of the cat.

Introducing Your New Kitten...
The first few weeks of a new kitten's life with his new family are critical to his future well-being. Learn how to integrate your kitten with existing cats in the household, as well as how to introduce him as a first-time cat.

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Stress and anxiety in cats can come from many causes, and stress will exacerbate many cat diseases and conditions. Here's help in discovering the causes of stress in your cat, and how to minimize stress and anxiety and help your kitty relax

Shopping List for New Cat
Shopping list for the essentials you will need before bring home your first cat.

How to Manage Your Cat's Claws
Your cat's claws are one of his most important tools. He uses them for defense, capturing prey, climbing, stretching, and walking. Here are ways you can help him maximize his claws, while protecting your furniture at the same time.

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Cat breeds snapshots for breeds beginning with B

The Outdoor Cat
Cat lovers who want their cats to enjoy fresh air, sunshine, and the ambience of trees, bushes, and plants, often feel guilt by confining their cats to the indoors. Here are safe compromises to offer your indoor cat the best of both worlds, without the hazards of free roaming outdoors.

Diseases of Senior Cats
Deadly diseases that can target elderly cats,including feline diabetes, fatty liver disease, feline heart disease, cancer, feline hyperthyroidism, and feline hypertension, their symptoms, treatment, and management.

Boy Cat - Girl Cat Photo Quiz Results
Thanks for taking our photo quiz about boy and girl cats.

Video Cat in Heat
Readers often ask me if their cat is in heat, listing descriptions of her physical activities. This YouTube video vividly captures the flirty behavior of Sadie, a young cat who was spayed shortly after this video was filmed.

Declawing Humane Alternati...
Declawing cats is a cruel, painful, and inhumane procedure, most often insisted on by owners because of their cats' destructive clawing. However, there are humane alternatives to declawing, which are discussed in this article.

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In the late 19th century, North America discovered the Persian cat, and it soon reached the zenith of being the most popular cat in the United States, an honor it still holds today. Enjoy these photos of lovely Persian cats, provided by their owners.

Outside the Box Prevention
Inappropriate elimination tops the list of problems feline behaviorists deal with, and it's the number one reason cats are surrendered to shelters or pounds. That's the bad news. The good news is that housesoiling problems can be prevented.

Discipline of Cats
Cats are highly intelligent creatures who need little training or discipline to 'behave' the way their humans think they should behave. Learn how to separate undesirable behavior from communication of a cat's dissatisfaction, and how to correctly discipline a cat if indeed, a behavior problem exists.

Scruffing a Cat
Scruffing is one of the best ways of discouraging undesirable behavior in cats, as it is one of the ways mother cats discipline their kittens. Learn how to scruff your cat to train him properly.

Top Cat Repellants
Stymied by how to keep neighboring cats out of your yard? Try these Top Cat Repellents.

About Cats PhotoQuiz 2 - How Well Do You Know Your Cats?
About Cats Photo Quiz Number 2. How well do you know your cats? Match the correct answers to the photo and question and test your knowledge of cats.

What Kind of Cat are You? - Cats Personality Test
Take this amusing cat personality test to determine what kind of cat you would be, if you were a cat.

Two Kittens
The case for adopting two kittens - 10 reasons why two kittens are better than one.

Purr-fect Cat Fences
Press Release from Benner's Friendly Fence, announcing cat-proof fencing.

DollyHimalayan
September is a month of variety in both climate and activities. It is still warm enough for summer activities, while cooler evenings bring a hint of fall. It is a perfect month from celebrating a variety of cat breeds, and we dedicate the September Cats Picture Calendar to photos of a number of pedigreed cats of several breeds.

Feline Acne
Cats, like humans, can be victims of annoying acne, particularly on their chins. Here are symptoms, causes, and treatment for feline acne.

Cat Bath Video
Watch this YouTube video with complete instructions on giving a cat a bath, created by X10LUG and featuring his Ragdoll cat, Jangles.

Premium Dry Kitten Foods
Kittens have special nutritional needs to promote growth and development. As a rule, kittens should not be fed cat food, but should be provided with high quality food for kittens. Here are my considered choices for the top premium dry foods for kittens.

Electronic Cat Finders
The electronic age has brought us a couple of versions of electronic pet finders, and there are more to come. Now you can find your lost cat with electronics.

Am I Ready for a Cat
Things to consider before bringing a new cat into your life, to ensure the decision is a sound one. Think about allergies, young kids in the house, and your financial and emotional ability to care for a cat. In a nutshell, ask yourself, 'Am I ready for a cat?'

Neurological Disorders
Neurological disorders in cats present with a variety of symptoms, stemming from a variety of possible causes, from injury to hypertension to parasitical invasion. Learn more about the symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of the more common neurological disorders in cats.

Bengal
Breed information about the Bengal cat breed, its standards, profile, history, and personality traits.

MollyPinkNoseSpot
While we love our cats from head to toe to tail tip, most of us have a favorite spot on our cat that is so endearing we want to kiss it every time we see it. Join with us in oooohing and awwwwing over these photos of our cats' special spots.

Tabby Cat Photos - Illustrations of Color Patterns
Photos of tabby cats showing the pattern variations of Classic, Spotted, Mackeral, and Ticked tabbies.

Clean a Cat's Ears
how to clean a cats ears in seven easy steps.

Feline IBD
Disease profile of feline inflammatory bowel disease aka IBD or IBS. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and management of feline IBD.

Kitten's Time with Mother Cat
A reader writes to ask how long a kitten should stay with its mother before being adopted to another home.

Why does my cat lick me?
Why does my cat lick me? Questions and answers from the About Guide to Cats

FAQ: What breed is cat?
One of the most frequent questions I receive (usually accompanied by a photo) is 'what breed is my cat?' a question that simply cannot be answered in a sentence or two. FAQ on breeds from the mailbox of Franny Syufy.

Top Commercial Cat Deterrents
Sometimes homemade methods simply don't work when trying to deter a cat from activities with potential hazards. These commercial cat deterrents will help keep your cat safe; others will keep stray cats out of your yard.

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The Bengal cat combines the exotic look and feel of the small forest-dwelling wild cats they descend from with the dependability and loving temperament of the domestic cat. For a walk on the wild side with an affectionate companion, you can't go wrong with a Bengal. Enjoy these pictures of exotic Bengal cats, courtesy of their human companions.

Kitten Care Lesson One
Kittens are the most wonderful tiny creatures on Earth, but they come complete with insatiable curiosity, which can be their downfall unless you stay one step ahead. This week we'll assume you don't have your new kitten yet, but will help you set the groundwork for a safe introduction to your home.

URIs in Cats
Background, treatment, and prevention information on URIs in felines, caused by herpes virus, calici virus and chlamydia.

Cat Litter - To Scoop or No...
The clumping clay cat litter controversy is explored in depth. Is the problem as serious as the anecdotal evidence alleges? Each cat owner must assay the evidence and decide for himself if clumping clay litter is as bad as it is alleged to be

Cats Picture Quiz - Boy Cat or Girl Cat Quiz 2
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Himalayan
Breed information about the Himalayan cat breed, its standards, profile, history, and personality traits.

Safely Remove a Tick From a...
How to remove a tick from a cat to prevent disease that threatens both you and the cat.

What Kind of Cat Should I Get?
Are you thinking of getting your first cat? What kind of cat should you get? If your head is swimming with questions about male vs female, purebred vs Moggie, or adult cat vs kitten, here is help for deciding. There are several benefits in adopting an older cat, but if you want a kitten, you should really consider adopting TWO or more

Growing a Cat Garden
Ideas for planting a safe garden for your cats, along with descriptions and photos of plants to avoid.

Countering Counter-Surfing ...
One of the more common discussions in the Cats Forum as well as my email box is on keeping cats off the kitchen counter. Indeed, some people are of the conviction that it's okay to let their cats counter-surf. However, I'm with the side that views counter-surfing as unsafe, because of potential hazards to the cats, such as jumping on a hot stove or ingesting cleaning products' residue.

Kitten Care - Your New Kitten
Email class covering all aspects of kitten care

Cats Pet Peeves
Have you noticed your cat acting particularly grumpy lately? Does kitty's body language show he is peeved about something? Take a look around; you may find yourself responsible for your cat's bad attitude. For example, does his litter box smell like a construction area portable toilet? Learn more of cats' typical pet peeves.

March Calendar Cats Photos - Tabby Cats Pictures
The Flavor of the Month for March is Tabby Cats-- the quintessential cat.

The First Vet Visit
The first veterinary visit is all-important before introducing your new cat or kitten to other cats in your household, both for the health of your new kitten, and for the safety of your other cats.

Rippling Skin Disorder FAQ
I read about that rippling skin disorder, and I think my cat has it. He does a lot of crazy running around with the skin on his back rippling. Also he wanders around at night, meowing loudly. What is it, and how can I help him? Learn more about rippling skin disorder, its symptoms, possible causes, and treatment, through this FAQ.

Maine Coon Cats Photo Album - Sebastian
About Cats Maine Coon Photo Album, featuring Sebastian.

Before You Try a Raw Diet
The recent emphasis on cat food ingredients has caused many concerned cat owners to turn to a home prepared raw food diet for their cats. Here are some things you need to know before proceeding.

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In the late 19th century, North America discovered the Persian cat, and it soon reached the zenith of being the most popular cat in the United States, an honor it still holds today. Enjoy these photos of lovely Persian cats, provided by their owners.

Food for Urinary Tract Health
What kind of food should I feed my cat to avoid urinary problems? Questions and answers from the About Guide to Cats

Non Acceptance of New Cat
Question and answer about how to save a relationship between two cats introduced too quickly

Spay & Neuter Pet Cats
There are a number of reasons pet cats should be spayed and neutered, including the overpopulation problem in general, and some very serious health problems in cats left whole.