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Cats Learn Your Day To Day Routines Quickly

Cats know what time of the day you will be feeding them. My cat’s next door look out of the windows every day at about the same time to see if I am headed their way with fresh water. They seem to know I will feed them canned cat food every other day. They know when I am trying to catch them to bring them to the Vet or if I will pet them or give them a special treat. If I do not get out of bed by a specific morning, my cats begin to meow until I answer them and tell them I am OK. When my cats see me taking my purse, they know I will be gone for a while on an errand. They stand by their water dish until I give them fresh water. My cats have learned what time of day I pull down my shades for the night, so they sit by the picture window to take a last time to look at the birds eating for the day. When they see me brushing my teeth at night, they get into their cat beds at about the same time I get to bed for the evening.

Luggage

When my cats see luggage setting out, they get anxious because they know I will be gone on a long trip. My cats watch me pack my bags. One time one of my cats jumped in my luggage, and all I could see was their tail sticking out. My cat wanted to go where I went as he did not want to be left alone with his roommates. Once my luggage sits by the door, they know I will be gone in a day or two.

Trying To Escape My Vet Visit

Cats will try to do anything to escape that dreaded visit to the Vet. My cat’s next door know that when they see a cage or fishnet, they go to the Vet for their yearly shots and checkups. They run and hide in the different cat beds and small buildings. They hope to wear me out entirely, so I forget about their Vet visit. Nicole will try to bite you, and she has succeeded twice. Nicole will do almost anything, hoping she won’t go to the Vet. Nicole will never get one over on me, as she will go to the Vet no matter what kind of performance she puts on. They have practically succeeded in wearing me out as I have had to sit down and rest before driving to my Vet with my reluctant patients meowing and complaining. On the way home from the Vet, they are quiet as little church mice.

Cats Try To Warn You Of Danger

Sebastian growled at a man walking on the road late at night. He saw him through the picture window; I had not pulled down the shades yet. Garfunkel growled at about 10:30 PM the night of a tornado. The tornado touched down in town at 10:40 PM.

Helpful Cats

Ginger rented a house for me. She turned on my answering machine for me, and that party left a message, and they rented my house. She did a good job, as they were excellent tenants. Cats have alerted their owners of dangers in their homes, such as fires, gas leaks, and more. My cat cornered a bat for me once, and I got it outdoors. Cats kill and keep the rodent population down. Cats know when you are not feeling good and sit on your lap and comfort you with their soft meows and purring. Cats are lovely, loving, and loyal companions. I would not want to be in a world without cats.

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Having A Feral Cat

Having A Feral Cat

Catching Your Feral Cat

I prefer using a live animal trap baited with tuna canned in water. Place your tuna in the web, and you should have your feral cat captured in two days unless she is familiar with live animal traps. I have also used a heavy-duty fishing net with extra thick leather gloves to capture the cat. Persistence pays off when trying to catch a feral cat. Humans have mistreated some wild cats, so they are suspicious of all humans until trust gets established again.

What To Do With Your Just Captured Feral Cat

Isolate your new cat from your other cats, as she may be sick or have fleas. Put her in a small room with litter, food, and water. Take her to your Vet ASAP to have her checked for a microchip and spayed flea bath, and shots if no microchip is found. Approach her on her terms only until she realizes you do not want to harm her. She may jump at the windows and more if she has lived in the wild for a long time. Make up a cozy place for her to sleep. A box with an extra thick towel will be good, to begin with. Talk gently to her and never yell at her, as she will get frightened very quickly. After your cat returns from the Vet, please give her a cat treat, so she will see that going to the Vet can be a rewarding and good outing.

Spend Time With Your Feral Cat

Talk to her gently and make her feel that you love her. Your feral cat will not sit on your lap or lie on your bed anytime soon. It could take six months or more for your adult wild cat to trust you 100 %. Feral kittens generally warm up to you sooner. Some feral cats remain aloof their entire lives. Some feral cats will want to give you a little nip now and then as a warning. Plenty of toys for your cat to play with will help her with boredom. Have toys that you and your cat can interact with together. Your feral cat may see you in a new light the more time you spend together with things she likes to do. Give treats when she acts extra good or sits on your lap.

 

Your Feral Cat Has Now Become Your Pet Cat

She may never be a lovey-dovey cat, but she is your pet cat. Feral cats can make good house cats if you let them come to you on your terms. They do not care to be captured and held if they do not jump in your lap alone. Feral cats will generally end up being one-person cats. Feral cats often only trust their owner and no one else. Be patient with a wild cat; you can have aĀ  fine feline friend for many years. All cats deserve a second chance to have a happy and rewarding life with someone who loves them just as they are.

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How To Live With Your Cats When You Are Allergic To Them

How To Live With Your Cats When You Are Allergic To Them

Wash Your Bedding Regularly And Clean Your Home Often

Keep your cats out of your bedroom to have a cat-free zone. Wash your bedding regularly as your cat will sit on your lap, and you may have pet dander in your hair just because you petted your cat while he was in your lap. Wash your bedding and other soft fabric items in hot water to eliminate the allergens. Eliminate drapes and throw rugs if possible, as they catch a lot of cat hair and dander. Wash your floors and clean all areas of your home often. Throw away stuffed toys or wash them in hot water if possible. Replace your throw pillows with new ones. Vacuum your furniture, carpet, floors, and more very often. Buy a vacuum with a HEPA filter. Buy an air purifier for your home. Have the heat runs cleaned out in your home.

Wash Your Hands Every Time You Touch Your Cat

By washing your hands, you will eliminate allergens from entering your eyes if you happen to rub your eyes. If you touch your face, your face will not itch if you have washed your face after handling your cat. Wash your hands before you prepare food for yourself and others as an act of cleanliness, regardless of allergies. After all, your kitty uses the litter box.

Do Not Let Your House Cat Outdoors

You will be surprised by all the allergens your cat can bring into your home after being outdoors for just one minute. Your cat can bring fleas into your home, and you and your cats will have a scratching frenzy. You will have to clean everything in your home with hot water and have your carpets cleaned and your whole house fumigated twice to eliminate the little biting creatures. Cats bring pollen in on their hair after being out, which gets deposited on your drapes, carpet, and more. A wild animal may attack your house cat, get rabies, or be run over by a vehicle.

Groom And Clean Your Cats Often

Comb or brush your cat’s hair often to help eliminate cat dander. Comb your cat out in a controlled area of your home so you will not have pet dander flying everywhere, adding to your allergy problem. Wash your cats with an allergy shampoo or use a dry or rub-on liquid shampoo to help eliminate pet dander.

 

Wash Your Cats Bedding And Vacuum Off His Pet Towers

Wash all of your cat’s bedding in boiling water. Clean the litter boxes to eliminate mold and pet urine allergies. Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter, so you are not throwing cat allergens all over the room while you vacuum. A vacuum without a HEPA filter is worthless for eliminating cat allergens as it does only redistribute them. Cleanliness is next to Godliness and makes for a happy home for you and your cat, where you can coexist with your allergies and feline friends.

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Cat Help Tips

Cat Help Tips

Putting Your Cat In A Pet Carrier

Never stick your cat’s head in the carrier first; he will likely bite or scratch you. Trim your cat’s claws before putting him in a carrier. Put your cat’s buttocks on the page first for a fast and safe loading experience. Give your cat a cat treat once he is in the carrier safely so he thinks of the page as a place to go where he will be rewarded.

Taking Your Cat For A Ride In Your Car

Place him in a pet carrier, as he may be frightened to ride in your car. Some cats have gotten down by the brake in the vehicle, almost making it impossible for you to stop your vehicle in a hurry safely. Your cat may be climbing all over you, distracting your eyes from the road. I had an older Siamese cat trained to sit on one’s lap in the car. She sat on my lap and was perfectly behaved. I adopted her when she was eight years old. Take your cat for a ride as a young kitten so she will get used to the car rides.

Why Did My Cat Wet On That

Some cats will wet on a stranger’s clothing in your home. They may not like the newcomer in your home, which is their way of showing disapproval. Cats do not like changes at all. If you switch to a new kitty litter, ensure you still have the old brand out, as they might refuse to use the new brand of litter. If you do not change your kitty litter often enough, they may use your house plant for their litter box. A female cat may wet something because you decided to add another female cat to your household. Toms spray furniture if they smell a female cat in the season to mark their territory.

Overeating

Some cats may eat so fast that they may vomit later on. Cats can be nighttime eaters and will pack on the pounds then. Take their food away from them at night and put it back for them first thing in the morning. Buy cat food for weight control and senior cat food for your older cat. Cut down on cat snacks and treats.

Some Cats Do Not Like To Be Held

I have discovered over the years that female cats do not want to be held or petted on the head for long. Male cats are very tolerant of being stored and rubbed most of the time; Feral cats seem never to like being kept unless they jump on your lap on their own. Never force a cat to let you have or pet them, as they will become less tolerant.

Feral Or Scared Cats

Let a feral or scared house cat come when they choose to go to you. Feed them cat treats and talk gently to them. It could take six months, but they will eventually warm up to you. One of my cats finally trusted me enough to sleep at the foot of my bed at night and let me hold him and pat him on the head. Trust has to be earned between you and your cat.

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Things That Your Cat Is Scared Of

Things That Your Cat Is Scared Of

All cats are immensely scared to death of vacuum cleaners. They must think the vacuum is a huge aggressive animal that will get the better of them. Cats are also afraid of turtles, cucumbers, bananas, and apples. Cats do not like to take baths since they fear water. I used to bathe my Siamese cat as it helps control pet dander and allergies. She would meow very loudly, stating that she disapproved of taking a bath.

Cats Are Scared of Many Different Things

A cat that is afraid might lose control of its bladder, vomit or stop using the litter box. Cats do not like to be followed around by you as it must remind them of a predator stalking them. Let your cat lead you. Lousy weather scares most cats, and they will run and hide under something. Loud music, people arguing, and someone ringing your doorbell will upset your cat. My cats think a stranger is coming when they hear a doorbell on TV and get nervous and upset.

Cats Pick Up On Your Body Language

Cats pick up on your body language quickly, and if you are nervous or anxious, your cat will be, also. For a calm cat, you must remain calm. Cats are scared when a new piece of furniture enters your home. Place something familiar on the new foreign object that has entered your home, and your cat will feel comfortable with the new item.

Cats Know When You Are Going To Take Them To The Vet.

Cats know when you are trying to catch them and take them to the vet. They will hide, maybe wet themselves, vomit, and meow very loudly. One of my cats was drooling when he arrived at my vet’s office, and my vet said he was extra nervous. I talk to my cats very calmly and softly while they go to the vet’s office, which seems to help relax them most of the time. Spray Feliway calming cat spray on a towel and place the towel in your carrier. If you have a very nervous feline, then it will be relaxed and calm,

Nicole Was Extremely Upset When Russ Died

One of my house cats, Russ, died next door. Some of my other cats were traumatized by seeing Russ die. My other cats started wetting on their towels and vomiting. After about one month, my other cats were acting normal again.

A Picture Of My Dear Cat Russ That Died Suddenly

Cats Never Forget Being Treated Horribly By Another Person

Cats never forget an abusive owner. They will stay away from that person as much as possible. Never harm or injure a defenseless animal. Some cats prefer men, and other cats prefer women for owners. If a man abused them, naturally, they would like to have a woman for an owner or vice versa.

Cats Do Not Like Changes In Their Daily Routine

Cats do not like changes in their daily routine and are agitated when changes occur. Moving to a new home or the death of someone in your home can be traumatic for your cat. They do not like to be left alone when you go on a trip. Cats will let you know they disapprove of you leaving them. When I returned home from my travels, one of my house cats used to have my paperwork all over the floor. He finally stopped doing that as he got older.

We ll fear something at different times in our lives, so why should our cats be any other than us? Be calm and patient with your dear feline friends. God bless you and your feline friends.

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Springtime Chores With Having A Cat

Springtime Chores With Having A Cat

Clean up your cat’s litter boxes with mild dish soap, scrapers, and brushes, and have rubber gloves on while cleaning to protect yourself if you get cut accidentally. Clean food bowls, water bowls, and your cat’s bedding. Wash the litter boxes’ floor to kill germs and any viable flea eggs. Shampoo your carpets and clean all your bedding, as this will eliminate pests and cat dander.

Bathing and Flea Treatments

Bath your cat if you wish to do so. I like to use baby shampoo or flea shampoo for cats. Trim your cat’s claws so he does not accidentally ruin your furniture or dig his feet into yot. Use a flea treatment on your cats, mainly indoor and outdoor cats. The last thing you want is a flea-infested house, which will cost you up to $300.00 just for the exterminator. You will need two treatments before the fleas are killed off entirely.

New Cat Beds, Litter Boxes, and More

Springtime is an excellent time to replace worn-out cat beds with new ones. Replace old litter boxes that are gross and not worth cleaning. Replace those old, worn-out cat toys with nice new ones. Look over your cat food; if it is expired, throw it away.

Grooming Your Cat and Needed Supplies

Groom your cat. I like a cat brush, a grooming comb, and grooming gloves. My cats love to brush and have their hair combed and any clumps of fur brushed out gently. Sometimes it is best to cut out big chunks of hair that you cannot search through easily. Trim your cat’s claws carefully and never cut into the quick of the foot, as your cat could bleed profusely. If in doubt about the care of your cat, consult your Veterinarian. I hope you and your cats have a fabulous Spring.

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Getting Your cat Ready For The Fall Season

Getting Your Cat Ready For The Fall Season

I like to clean up all of my cat food dishes and water bowls with lots of soap and water. I also clean up all of their litter boxes thoroughly. I wash all of their bedding in hot water. I make sure all of my cat’s shots are up to date.

I assess the condition of their heated beds and replace the worn ones with new heated beds. I replace worn-out boxes and towels with nice fluffy soft towels. Straw is replaced with fresh straw for my outdoor cats, and their heated cat beds are plugged in as the weather gets colder outdoors.

I take my cats to my vet for yearly exams and shots before bad weather sets in. If any of your cats have fleas, now is the time to treat them with a flea product for cats. Bath your cat before it gets cold so it will not catch its version of a cold.

I test out all of my heaters and ensure they are in perfect condition with no frayed cords or loose connections. I order my cat food and litter from Chewy.Com, so I do not have to leave the house in bad weather. Chewy.Com delivers your cat food and litter right to your door.

 

Clean up the buildings where your cats live with soap and water and sweep out any debris. A clean environment protects against cat diseases. Vacuum up cat fur and clean your carpets, drapes, and furniture so no one will sit on cat fur when you have company over the holidays approaching soon.

I like to give my cats more treats to eat as the weather gets colder. They appreciate canned cat food to supplement their diet anytime, but more so as the weather gets colder. Your cat needs extra nutrition to maintain his body temperature as the temperature drops outdoors.

I hope you and your feline friends have a Healthy and Happy Fall.

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My House Cats In The Springtime

My House Cats In The Springtime

My house cats start to shed their winter coat. I brush and comb out their hair regularly to eliminate hairballs and snarls in their hair. Some of my cats get a spring or waterless shampoo bath. Some long-haired cats must have matted areas in their fur cut out. I like to take my cats to a vet if they have a matted fur problem since they are professionals at removing matted areas of skin on cats.

My house enjoys eating fresh catnip and watching the various varieties of birds through the picture window. My cats will chatter away at the birds they are watching as if to say you would make a delicious appetizer if I could only get out to catch you. My cats spend much of their day watching and drooling over the birds they can see from the various windows in my house.

My cats are more energetic and playful in the spring than in winter. They love to chase each other up and down the stairs. My cats play more with their catnip stuffed toys and their cat ball and mouse game. My cats now sleep on top of their Meowfia Cat Caves. My cats now occupy my chairs, and their heated beds are abandoned until winter rolls around again.

Springtime is an excellent time to clean cat bedding and sterilize water bowls and food dishes. I scrubbed up their litter boxes and the floor where the litter box sets. I use a floor cleaner that sanitizes and sterilizes as this will prevent fleas from the cat litter. Please do not set your cat on the grass, as they can get fleas this way. Put your cat in a cage on cement or a cat tent on top of a deck. You do not want fleas in your house. Fleas will bite you, and all of your pets will have fleas. Getting rid of a flea infestation will cost much money, and you and your pets will be very uncomfortable.

I hope you and your pets have a happy and healthy spring.

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What Does It Take For A Happy Cat

What Does It Take For A Happy Cat

A Happy cat loves to be patted and loved and appreciated. My cats love to sleep on soft, comfortable, and clean bedding. Freshwater every day is a must for having a healthy and happy cat. My cats love having cat treats daily and plenty of toys to play with.

Cats love to interact with other cats. They like to wrestle with each other and cuddle up together on cold winter nights. Sometimes my cats have their heads resting on each other as they take their afternoon cat naps. Cats love to lay close to you, lick your hand, or play with your hair.

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Cats love heated cat beds in the winter and heated water bowls. Cats also like fresh cold water in the summer months as their water heats up quickly outdoors on the toasty summer days.

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As the old saying goes, take your cats to your vet for regular checkups, as an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure; keep your cat’s shots up to date for your safety, your cat’s safety, and the safety of the people that help care for your cats while you are traveling.

Cats love to be groomed by you depending upon your pet’s likes and dislikes of specific grooming tools. Cats love to groom each other and take great pride in their cleanliness. A cat can spend many hours a day just grooming itself.

Cats love to be showered with attention. Cats enjoy fish, turkey, chicken, and other good cat treats. My cats are happy when they are playing with catnip-filled cat toys. My cats love to play with a fish on the end of a stickā€”all of my cats like tuna canned in water. Pamper your cat with love, treats, and healthcare for a pleased cat.

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Spring Cleaning for Your cats Optimal Health

Spring Cleaning for Your Cats Optimal Health

Start your cat’s Spring with clean bedding, water bowls, food dishes, litter boxes, and more. I wash my cat’s bedding in hot soapy water with fabric softener. My cats love fresh fluffy clean bedding to sleep on. I clean out each food dish and water bowl and replace old plastic ones that are hard to get 100 % pure. I clean the litter boxes outdoors with dish pan soap and an excellent firm brush or replace them with new litter boxes.

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For farm cats, replace their old straw bedding with fresh straw or hay if that is all available now. Clean up their food and water bowls. Check their heated cat beds for cracks or other hazards and have a replacement bed on hand for next winter. Heated cat beds are on sale in the late spring and summer months.

Clean your house’s tile, vinyl floors, or carpet so you will not have to deal with fleas in your home and on your cats. I bathe some of my cats and brush and comb out their hair regularly. Change your litter often, as fleas are in dirty litter boxes and junk on your floors. Do not let your cats outdoors, as they can pick up fleas from being outdoors. Fleas can cause health problems for you and your cat. If your cat gets fleas regardless of all your precautions, take him to your vet to get treated ASAP. You will need an exterminator to come to your home to eliminate your flea infestation.

Take your cats to your vet to check their teeth, as bad teeth can cause many health problems. Get all of your cat’s vaccinations up to date. As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Ask your vet about flea and heartworm medicine for cats and a shot for feline leukemia. I hope you and your cats have a wonderful and healthy Spring.

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