Don’t forget that what your cat drinks is just as important to her well being as what she eats. Water — clean, fresh, and ever-present — is essential to nearly every process of your cat’s body. Because so many cats suffer from chronic dehydration, we recommend a diet high in water, typically canned. After one hour in the experimental box, Schrödinger’s cat stands at a 50% chance of being dead and a 50% chance of being alive. People who don’t like cats often complain that a cat chooses a cat hater’s lap out of a whole room full of cat lovers who’d love to offer theirs. This behavior is often given as an example of the independent — or even malicious — nature of the cat. The truth is that something else is at work: Cats feel threatened by direct stares and avoid strangers who take such liberties. In a room full of cat lovers and one cat hater, probably only one person isn’t looking invitingly at the cat — and that’s the one who gets the cat’s vote. Cats love places, not people Cat Talk Radio has many more podcasts on cats' needs. I encourage you to look through the list and listen to as many as you can. Even the most astute cat owner has something to learn! Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). This virus is slow-acting but will eventually weaken your cat’s immune system. Cats can have FIV yet not show any symptoms for many years. Symptoms to look for include a fever, weight loss, poor appetite, skin redness, and wounds that take longer than normal to heal. There’s no specific vaccination for FIV, but your vet can advise you on how to keep an infected cat comfortable and healthy for as long as possible.

Your cat is counting on you, and we know that if we help you — and we’ve written this book to do exactly that — you and your cat will both be so much happier. Icons Used in This Book A cat can go without eating for weeks if need be (please don’t test this fact though), but without water, she’ll die in days. Hence, this article’s simple approach helps us fully understand where brilliant Erwin was coming from. Schrödinger’s Cat Explained: The Experiment Well-documented stories abound of cats traveling hundreds — even thousands — of miles to return to an old home after moving. This amazing behavior leads many people to believe that cats prefer places to people. Sadly, the same belief prompts some to leave their cats behind if they move, figuring that the animals are happier at the old house and hoping the new residents take them in. First, no one who ever owned a cat was a dummy. Cats are delightful, social creatures who can bring much joy to your life. However, when behavior issues happen, the joy is hard to find. So for first time cat owners, it's important to learn about the species and how to provide for them in ways that will help prevent behavior issues.

Therefore, visually observing or monitoring the cat during its hour-in-the-box time would alter and prevent an outcome. Some cat breeds require more grooming than others. Longhaired breeds may need a daily brush to keep their coats free from tangles and mats. Shorthaired breeds will often only need a brush once a week or biweekly. Make sure to choose a breed with a coat that you have the time to maintain. An adult cat’s personality may be set, but his affections aren’t — a grown cat bonds with you just as tightly as a kitten does. We think that adult cats are even more likely to appreciate you for taking them in. Cats make great companions. Not only do they look good, they also keep mice away and have built-in motors. That's pretty cool. Still, even though litter boxes can be easy to care for and odor-free, some people refuse to deal with them. Add to these folks the ones who can’t believe a cat can be happy unless he runs free, and you’ve got half of one of the hottest controversies among cat owners: Should cats be kept exclusively indoors, or should cats be permitted outside? Photo depicts two cats, it seems one is exclusivey indoors and other is exclusively outdoors.

Random-bred or pedigreed, grown cat or kitten, whatever gender, fur length, color, markings, or variety you choose, we want you to be in love with your cat for years to come. So read on. Kitten or Cat: Which Is a Better Choice for You? Oil-based hairball remedies can tie up the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, which is why you shouldn’t be giving them. They can also lure you into ignoring symptoms of a bigger health issue. Minerals cats need On the other hand, a kitten can be a dream come true to a family with older, more-responsible children, or a source of delightful amusement to an active older adult. You just need to look carefully at your living situation and consider the problems and pleasures a kitten will bring. What if your circumstances change after the adoption? Or if you work long hours and still want a friendly face to greet you at the door at the end of the day? Adopting a buddy for the cat to play with can be an excellent solution. Does your cat need heartworm prevention medication? Ask your veterinarian. The answer may hinge on your cat’s lifestyle and where you live. No one likes to give unnecessary medications. However, in this case, the cost of not erring on the side of giving medications may be high. Although heartworm infestation is rare in cats, it is also not easily treated. In most cases where heartworms are present in cats, veterinarians choose to not treat and simply let the disease take its course because the risks of treating are high.Try to limit exposure to other allergens. Avoid cleaning solutions, aerosol products, cigarette smoke, and strong perfumes and consider using a mask while doing yard work and housework, especially at the height of the pollen season. Better yet: Get someone else to mow the lawn, do the vacuuming, and clean the litter box. Again, keeping all allergies under control can help your body handle your cat more easily.