Filter Blogs By tag: cat grooming

Your New Cat Why Are the First 24 Hours So Important

Your New Cat Why Are the First 24 Hours So Important

01 Jul / 2015



Written By: text_none_author Published In: Cat-Blog Hits: 1711 Comment: 0

Animal Shelters are quite aware of adoption in haste. Many cats are returned accompanied by reasons such as, "This cat just didn't work out, can I look at another?", or "The cat doesn't like us. He hides in the closet all the time." Inadequate preparation of the new home and psychological preparation of the new owner are at the heart of the problem.

Skin Problems In Cats; Common Causes And Treatment

Skin Problems In Cats; Common Causes And Treatment

16 Jan / 2018



Written By: Binita Published In: Cat-Blog Hits: 932 Comment: 0

What percentage of a cat’s waking time does she spend grooming?
a. 10%
b. 50%
c. 60 %

The answer is around (b) 50 % of her time, when awake. (Cats take sleeping to professional levels, with 16 to 20 hours out of every 24 spent napping). Grooming keeps a cat’s coat clean and odor free, which for hunting makes fur the equivalent of an invisibility cloak. But grooming also plays a major part in keeping her skin healthy. One thing’s for sure, if your cat has sore or scabby skin, get her seen by a vet. Skin disease is a strong sign that something is wrong, be that with the skin itself or as a complication of another problem.

Skin Disease as a Complication:
When a cat’s fur becomes dull and starry, it’s a fair bet that she’s not grooming properly. That matted fur may be an important clue that’s she poorly and doesn’t feel up to washing today.

Caring for Cats the easy way

Caring for Cats the easy way

25 Jun / 2015



Written By: text_none_author Published In: Cat-Blog Hits: 1522 Comment: 0

You will need a great deal of commitment in order to own a cat as they do require some care (although not as much as dogs!) and can live as old as 15 years (or even longer in some cases).

Cats require feeding (daily), care and ‘play time’ on a regular basis. You will also have to take into consideration, before getting your cat, that you will have vets’

Caring for a Rag doll Cat

Caring for a Rag doll Cat

03 Feb / 2016



Written By: text_none_author Published In: Cat-Blog Hits: 2134 Comment: 0

The rag doll cat is a large breed of cat, best known for its easygoing and mellow nature. They have long, thick fur coats and markings that resemble a Siamese. Caring for your rag doll cat should involve a regular feeding and grooming schedule, along with regular visits to the veterinarian for checkups and vaccinations. If you take good care of your rag doll cat, they will be healthy, happy, and a better active pet for you to enjoy.

  • youtube