Cats are prey chasing and killing animals by instinct. They can chase toys instead of prey and their instincts will be fulfilled. Toys relieve boredom, are good for exercise, and indoor cats, especially need toys. If you play with your cat, with his toys, the friendship grows. Getting a pole toy with leather tassels is a good idea. This is an interactive toy that you can enjoy with your feline friend.
When buying cat toys avoid any with eyes that come off or that have strings, feathers, ribbons and such that could detach. Also, don’t buy any stuffed with nutshells and polystyrene beads as these toys could be ripped open and your cat chew and swallow …

For many cat owners, the choice of whether to keep their cat indoors or to let it roam free at least part of the time is difficult. Some cat lovers believe keeping your cat cooped up indoors all of the time amounts to cruelty. Other cat lovers argue that the dangers of allowing domesticated cats to run in the streets far outweighs any potential benefits for the cat. From the title of this piece, you can probably guess which side of the issue I’m going to side with. But I think it’s important for people to realize how dangerous things can be for cats on the streets.
The Disease Factor
Cats that spend even part of the …

Before you train your cat, you will need to know about a cat. If you want to train your cat to sit, beg, and roll over, you should probably switch for a dog. In most cases, a cat is designed much differently than a dog in psychology and behavior. This is why some people either love cats or dislike cats; it is usually one or the other.
When it comes to training cats, we just want them to do the basics. These types of things would be to use the litter box rather than on the floor in the closet. Another of these items would be to not shred everything they come in contact with; this …

Some people don’t realise that kittens and cats need regular vaccinations just like puppies and dogs do. By getting routine vaccinations for your feline companions will greatly reduced their risk of getting several feline diseases.
A kitten should be vaccinated around nine weeks old and a second round of vaccinations should be given at 12 weeks. Then they should have a booster vaccination yearly. These regular boosters will give your cat protection against cat “flu”, feline parvovirus and feline leukemia.
Below are some of the diseases and vaccinations that your cat should have to keep them healthy and fit.
Feline infectious enteritis also known as FIE is a severe and often fatal internal infection. It is caused by …

Kitten feeding can feel like a difficult process without a mother cat to do it for you. Newborn kittens are so tiny and fragile, and have to operate almost entirely by instinct. It may seem a daunting task at first, but the process of kitten feeding with a bottle is not so much from that of feeding a newborn human. Once they know what to do, they will do it all on their own. All you have to do is show them proper care and follow a few simple guidelines.
Step 1 Make up the bottle of formula. To do this, first sterilize the bottle and nipple in boiling water for several minutes and allow to …

Cats are an excellent pet to have. They have the ability to play with themselves instead of screeching at the threshold all day until you get home. can even take care of themselves. All you have to do is clean their litter box and replenish their food.
But like with any type of pet they have their flaws. One of the toughest of these is the act of spraying. You believed your cat was fine and next thing you know it is spreading its urine all over your fashionable pillows, carpet, and who knows what else.
Most individuals think that when cats do this they do not desire to use their litter box. However, this is not …

Cats, similar to dogs, are physically active domesticated animals and letting them roam around inside your house without supervision could cause damage and scratches to your beddings and furniture.
If you want to prevent that from happening, the use of cat barriers such as cat doors, enclosure or playpen will be very helpful to keep your feline friend in a safe and contained area. Such pet containment systems are also a great way to keep your cat away from aggressive dogs and other dangerous stray animals in the neighborhood.
Here are a few types of cat barriers and the many good benefits they can bring to you and your beloved cat:
Cat Doors
Cat barrier, in the form of …

The list of possible causes of feline “toilet problems” – urinating or defecating outside the box – is a long one. But without a doubt one of the most common sources of litter training problems is the litter box itself, and the box should be the first place you look. Here’s a quick checklist of potential  problems:
Is it clean? Neglecting regular scooping and cleaning is inviting trouble. Felines are fastidious and cleanliness is usually major issue with them; a box that’s soiled or smelly can be a real turn-off. Cats vary in their tolerance for messy litter, but just about every cat will eventually refuse to use the approved facilities if they become truly foul. …

The Turkish Angora is a medium, muscular and fine boned cat. Their large almond eyes range from green, gold, blue and copper. They mainly have white coats which are silky and medium long. Even though white is the dominate color, other colors are desirable. Parti, solids and tabbies are becoming more popular. Blues, blacks and a variety of other colors are acceptable for show purposes though the breed standard does note several exceptions.
The Turkish Angora displays a graceful manner that compliments its intelligence and curiosity. They are affectionate and devoted companion cats.
Brief History of the Turkish Angora Cat
As the names implies, the Turkish Angora is thought to have originated in Turkey. Some of the earliest …

Giving a cat a pill can be a nightmare. No cat wants something shoved down his throat, and he will fight you tooth and nail to prevent it. Although most cats are small in size, you’d be quite amazed with how much power they actually have. There are ways that you can get your cat to take his pills, which we will cover below.
The easiest way to give a cat pill is to crush the power into a powdery form by putting it between two spoons. Once the pill is powder, mix it in with some wet cat food. Cats that are used to eating dry cat food will see the wet food and think …