Cat Health

Seeing the coffeehouse turned into a paradise for cats was something beyond their expectations, Kuo said, who urged pet owners not to get a pet on impulse. Breeders must shoulder the responsibilities for the living conditions of animals.  

I stifled a yawn and looked at my watch--2 a.m. I was working the ten p.m. to eight a.m. "graveyard" shift at the Pentagon's SyNAPSE project, the top-secret initiative to create artificial intelligence on the level of a cat's brain. Nobody would ...  

Geriatricians studying senior health trends have often focused on the feeling of well-being that seniors get from watching and reading about library cats and historical feline heroes, cats that actually received medals for military heroic ...  

Summit NJ Pet Sitter is a best choice to meet your pet services need. Their well-experienced and professional team assures complete safety, comfort and extra care to your pets and at the same time great peace of mind to you. PRLog (Press Release) - May 28 ...  

Background: Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) is a naturally occurring lentivirus that infects cats. The primary mode of transmission occurs through bite wounds, and other routes are difficult to observe in nature.FindingsThe purpose of this study was to evaluate FIV transmission from queen to kitten in a colony of naturally infected stray cats. With this aim, a queen was monitored over a period of three years. A blood sample was taken to...  

I need a cat sitter recommendation for the Upper East Side.I'm going away for weekend (Friday to Monday) nextweek, and I don't know anyone who has cats who lives in the neighborhood. I feel uneasy relying on Yelp reviews for this, as I'm completely neurotic not only about my cats receiving excellent care, but about giving a stranger the keys to my apartment. Has anyone had a great experience with a cat sitter who works on the Upper East Side?  

Two metro Denver-based organizations, The Feline Fix and Devine Feline, have merged into what the groups believe will create Colorado's top spay/neuter source for feral cats. Together, the two groups have prevented the birth of an estimated ...  

The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society invites supporters to join its 17th annual Strut for Strays fundraising event at the Bartlet Mall in Newburyport on Sunday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pets are welcome.  

This past weekend, a few friends and I went on a little trip. We went to Cumberland Falls to enjoy some hiking and the beautiful scenery. Each time, before I leave my house, I go through the same process. I straighten up the house a little bit, make sure all the windows are shut and things are locked up, and that my cats have enough food and water sitting around to feed an entire army ... an entire cat army.  

ASHEVILLE, NC--(Marketwire - Apr 8, 2012) - Charlotte Street Animal Hospital announced that the veterinary clinic offers feline-only boarding facilities for the comfort and security of cats. The veterinary clinic treats a variety of companion animals including dogs, birds and pocket pets, a felines-only entrance and waiting room. According to the clinic, the feline boarding facilities are equally exclusive, designed specifically for a cat's...  

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The Feline Uprising posters by Ayame Kenoshi It was really only a matter of time before cats declared war on humanity (I blame you all with the laser pointers) and the end times are nigh upon us, brothers. These feline propaganda posters also serve a less nefarious purpose: to help increase the amount of cat-related art [...]  

The cats have won! DeviantART has been conquered! And this is the guy behind the revolt: I am `MajorGeneralWhiskers. My hobbies include sleeping on your face, making claw-graffiti on leather couches, and seeing how far I can kick litter outside the box. I lead the Feline UpRising, also known as FUR. We’re an army of [...]  

I want to get a cat. I think. How do I know if this is a good idea? What does cat ownership entail? Is this too much? Feeling overwhelmed and in need of calm, soothing, authoritative advice.After talking about it for many years, my man and I are seriously thinking about getting a cat. We have pretty much no idea where to start, or how to do this right. For some reason the internet, which is the alpha and omega when it comes to pictures of cats...  

A brief update for those of you who were following the saga of our cat Sugar’s brush with death and remarkable rebound early last September. At the time of Sugar’s episode of acute renal failure and emergency hydration, our vet … Continue reading →  

(TrendHunter.com) The Heather Matton Cats in Clothes Series is purr-fect. Created by California-based artist Heather Matton, the project was born when Matton was inspired by her own cheeky cat Megan; the first Cat in...  

(TrendHunter.com) The Crazy Cat Lady Cat Food Scented soap is one of the most interesting bath products on the market today. If you go crazy for cats then you are going to love this new cat food-inspired soap. This...  

The Prince George's County Department of Environmental Resources' Animal Management Division is sponsoring the event it says, "in an effort to find forever homes for its homeless shelter cats." Until September 22, adoption fees for all cats will be reduced ...  

"There's no need for a piece of sculpture in a home that has a cat." So said Wesley Bates - no, I haven't heard of him either, but it's a good quote. Here are some cats, some more finely sculpted than others but each a loved and well-cared-for artwork in ...  

Wittman, Ariz. resident Lucienne Touboul, 81 is facing 26 counts of animal cruelty and neglect after the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and the Arizona Humane Society issued a search warrant of her property on Wednesday and found more than 64 ...  

Proud pet owners are being reminded to nominate their favourite felines for a Sussex charity's "cat Oscars". Cats Protection is urging owners to get their nominations in for the National Cat Awards 2012 before May 31. The awards, known as the "Feline ...  

The last article I wrote focused on Feline Leukemia and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus.  In this article I will focus on another widespread disease in cats that is not as commonly discussed in your veterinarian's office...Feline Herpes Virus.  

Feline Panleukopenia (FPL) is a serious disease of cats that can be prevented by vaccination. Kittens are routinely vaccinated repeatedly during their first months of life. By this time maternally derived antibodies (MDA) can interfere with successful ...  

We all love our cats and I know I’ve written quite a few articles about pets lately that have focused more on dogs than cats so I thought I’d switch it up today and write about our fabulous feline family members.  We all know what its like ...  

DEIRDRE MCQUILLAN meets artist, illustrator and fashion designer, the mysterious, elusive and inimitable Kitty Moss ... Minet means little kitten and as I love cats and Kate Moss, Kitty Moss stuck as a name,” she says. Maud and Minet are a darkly ...  

(TrendHunter.com) The Internet loves cats and infuses the feline frenzy into many aspects of pop culture, much like ‘The Kitten Covers' Tumblr account. Avid band lovers who also enjoy the company of cats...  

Tickets are now being sold for The Feline Fix's main fundraiser of the year, the 6th annual Stray Cat Strut. This year’s Strut is Thursday, June 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. at City Park Pavilion in Denver.  The event includes a silent and live auction ...  

(TrendHunter.com) Made up of 520 Japanese Maneki Neko cats, ‘The Army of Luck' art installation has been designed by German media artist Boris Petrovsky. Known to bring luck and prosperity, these popular...  

Hong Kong scientists state that a previously undiscovered virus, feline morbillivirus, may be responsible for feline tubulointersitital nephritis, which can kill cats.Contributor: Rena SherwoodPublished: Mar 28, 2012  

The Feline Leukemia Virus is considered the leading viral killer of cats in the U.S. today. Yet only 2 to 3% of the cats in the U.S. have this disease. Of course, the percentage is much higher among feral, stray and pet indoor-outdoor cats - those known to be high risk. Tatiana, pictured here (and recently Cat of the Week) was diagnosed FeLV+ shortly after she was adopted from a shelter. Almost a year after her adoption, Tatiana is presently a...  

Karen Duncan, founder and president of Vancouver Orphan Kitten Res-cue Association (VOKRA) wrote Fralic informing her they have 97 cats and kittens available for adoption and 188 coming soon (the majority kittens). In addition, the Richmond Animal ...  

Always consult your vet if you suspect there is something wrong with your cat. The three viral diseases often talked about in cats are Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), Feline Leukemia (FeLV) and Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP). I'll look at each of ...  

Cape Town comedian Mark Sampson is still in hot water after he killed one of his neighbour’s cats by chopping off its head with a spade last year. The cat had strayed on to Sampson’s Noordhoek property in November and, according to him, was critically ...  

Cape Town comedian Mark Sampson is still in hot water after he killed one of his neighbour’s cats by chopping off its head with a spade last year. The cat had strayed on to Sampson’s Noordhoek property in November and, according to him, was critically ...  

If cats are supposed to have nine lives, Monty appears to have given most of his to his owner Patricia Peter, a Camrose woman whose furry feline alerted her no fewer than eight times to her low blood sugar by biting on the fingers she uses to monitor her s ...  

It's great that cats now have their own iPad games, but there are also plenty of low-tech and inexpensive ways to get your cat's heart and mind racing ("Nestle Purina's video games purr-fect for cat lovers"). Crumpled-up paper, catnip balls ...  

Meow, the fat cat whose 39-pound girth helped raise awareness about obesity in pets, has died of lung failure. The orange-and-white tabby was turned in to the Santa Fe, N.M., animal shelter last month and quickly made international headlines. At first ...  

BRANFORD — What started out as a few volunteers feeding feral cats in town is celebrating its 15th year Sunday night as an organization helping the community. The Branford Compassion Club will mark its anniversary with a charity gala to ...  

If you have a kitty, you have probably heard of feline hyperthyroidism. Chances are even better if your Fluffy is a senior. That's because feline hyperthyroidism is the No. 1 endocrine disorder of aging cats. Hyperthyroidism is caused by an overactive ...  

It is no secret that animal shelters are over run with cats. The sad truth is that there are more cats than the animal shelters know what to do with. Take a look around and you’ll see a start cat on every street corner. PRLog (Press Release) - May 02 ...  

Balwyn’s Heather Stephens admires some of her cat memorabilia, on sale as part of The Garage Sale Trail next Saturday, May 5. Mrs Stephens, 73, admitted she was “dotty” about cats. Her collection includes cat teapots and a feline clock. More than 40 ...  

If you are interested in adopting this beautiful cat, please call the Gwinnett County Animal Shelter at 770-339-3200 and ask about animal ID# 23538. To see more pets available for adoption, visit the Gwinnett County Animal Control website. Interested in ...  

Most pet owners would admit to occasionally spoiling their furry friends every so often, but this feline furniture takes cat comfort to the next level. This extravagant tiny platform bed allows cats to relax in style thanks to a design which makes it look ...  

I can't remember where I saw the slogan, but the words are as clear as if I'd read them yesterday: "Cats like doors left open, in case they change their minds". I completely agree with that statement at face value, but I believe it has further layers of ...  

Ignoring the sweltering heat on a summer afternoon, Aasha Bee, popularly known as ‘Aashu aunty', regularly feeds meat pieces to over a dozen stray cats twice a day. Though she works as a domestic help, her meagre earnings has never come in the way of her passion.  

SmartBrief spoke with feline health expert Jane Brunt, DVM, executive director of the CATalyst Council and past president of the American Association of Feline Practitioners. At what age is a cat classified as a senior, and what changes in a cat's behavior ...  

DESPITE the Bundaberg Regional Council's enforcing new legislation giving it greater control over domestic stray and roaming cats, the city's RSPCA shelter continues to be swamped with cats and kittens. Bundaberg RSPCA manager Vicki Beer said the shelter ...  

Two cats are ‘feline fine’ after being re-homed by Falmouth, Helston and District Cat Protection to the Isles of Scilly. The charity, which cares for and re-homes unwanted cats and kittens, has carried out a ‘first,’ by re-homing two of their cats ...  

YACOLT, Wash. (CNN/KOIN) -- Prisoners and cats are getting a second chance thanks to a special program at a Washington prison. In a setting of barbed wire prison guards and often hardened criminal playing it tough, inmate Joey Walter says, "I see a ...  

I know this is a dog blog but received this release to post about cats so sharing it with my cat owning readers. I do work with cats also and about 50% of my dog clients parent a feline or two. All cat owners need to do is make a video with ...  

Many readers will attest to the fact that their cats never purr or meow. Some silent cats become vocal after a vocal cat in the home passes on. Fear is a significant inhibitor of purring. The word “copycat” is appropriate – cats learn from ...  

RESCUE cats will be the star attraction at an animal charity’s third rehoming show tomorrow (Saturday). Cats Protection’s Worcester and District branch has organised the show in a bid to find homes for many cats in its care. The event will also be a ...  

Dating back to the Middle Ages when cats were culled by throwing them from a belfry, the event has turned into a feline celebration. Nowadays toy cats ... 260million a year on ATM fees while they are on holiday abroad, says a sunshine.co.uk survey.  

Are you an animal lover? The Star Press is looking for readers who would love to share stories of their pets. Tell us about your dogs, your hamsters, your birds, whatever. Send them to dsorrell@muncie.gannett.com. Please include your name and a ...  

FORT WAYNE – Beginning Friday, any adoption application initiated on Fridays for any of the cats offered by the Allen County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will be $10. The organization said in a statement that this includes ...  

The Deeside Branch of Cats Protection will be holding a homing show at the Burnett Arms in Banchory from 10am-noon on May 5. This is an opportunity to go along and meet some of the charity’s lovely cats and kittens, who are in need of loving new owners.  

Pet Valu on Lasalle Boulevard went to the cats this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday, the Pet Valu stores in New Sudbury, Val Caron and Chelmsford had SPCA cats on location, up for adoption for the special rate of $99. By early Saturday afternoon, two cats ...  

Sorry to have to bring up such a nasty subject, but my cat Cleo has really bad breath. Since nothing that I say to her about it seems to work, (as always she just ignores any criticism) I thought I would turn to you for help. What could be causing it and what should I do? Continue reading →  

Very often when we go on vacation it is not possible to bring FiFi or Fluffy along with us.  Do you think it’s better to board your pets or use a pet sitter when you are gone?  Both of these options will care for your pet when you are gone ...  

Gasparilla Feline Friends Annual Cat Show. Come see if you spot the Easter Kitty! Several rescue groups will be providing cats for adoption. Purebred kittens and adults for sale. Six judging rings. Household pets will be present. Household pets Must ...  

Hawaiian Humane Society's “Feline Fix” offers $10 cat sterilizations to West ...Hawaii News NowThousands of cats arrive to Hawaiian Humane Society every month. In an effort to get as many neighborhood cats fixed as possible, the Humane Society is embarking on an aggressive sterilization effort targeted to the West Oahu community.Humane Society: SamanthaTCPalmMake sure to ID your petDaily CameraYakima animal shelter races to compete for...  

Have you ever had to leave your cats in someone else's care for an extended period of time? A capable caregiver, your husband, for example, might be vaguely familiar with your cats' routines and perhaps able to tell them apart. Still, he probably doesn't ...  

THE unusually warm spring has made Britain's felines frisky — leading to a boom in the number of kittens being born. And the sharp rise in the cat population means a looming crisis for animal rescue charities. Experts from the RSPCA say the mild winter ...  

I love cats as much, or more, than the next person. Heck, I grew up with a dozen "barn cats" right in my backyard. When Duh Hubby and I first met many years ago, I lived alone with five cats. Yep, just me and my subscription to "Offensive Stereotypes Monthly.  

Brant Widgen is so good at his job that you are not aware of the widespread problem that is cats "photo-bombing" stunning images of space. Ok, so not really. But in the spirit of April Fools' Day, SPACE.com would like to share a hilarious video about a ...  

We've shown you dogs that look like they're high, presenting some nitty-gritty facts about the plant that makes April 20 a very special day for millions of America. But those on the feline side of the "cats vs. dogs" debate can put a tally on ...  

The other day, as I was dusting off a little glass shelf that had been my mother's, I inadvertently bumped one of the tiny figurines on it -- one of a set of blue and white china elephants she had once given me. The disturbance sent all the ...  

When 7 a.m. rolls around, Marshall's two cats often can be found gazing out the patio door into the backyard of his northern Maricopa County home, on unincorporated land adjacent to Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area in Cave Creek. The real ...  

abc7.comWarnings issued after Santa Ana child contracts typhusLos Angeles TimesOrange County health officials are urging residents to take steps to keep their pets, yards and homes free of fleas after a Santa Ana child contracted typhus. The child was hospitalized late last month and has since recovered, said Nicole Stanfield, ...OC health officials warn of typhus infectionSan Jose Mercury NewsSanta Ana announces flea-borne typhus...  

CBS LocalProtect Pets As Temps SoarCBS LocalThat's why the Michigan Humane Society is urging pet owners to take precautions to protect their pets from heat-related dangers that can result in heatstroke, or worse. Rule No. 1 says that while dogs are great companions and, as we all know, ...and more »  

Plan for petsPalm Beach Daily NewsThe Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League or your veterinarian can provide information including action plans and seminars on preparing your pets for an emergency. The league's website also has a list of animal shelters and guidelines under its “Disaster ...  

Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog)Man divorces wife after she adopts 550 catsSeattle Post Intelligencer (blog)He also claimed the cats stole his food when he tried to eat. The court tried to get the couple to compromise about the cats, but the woman apparently was unable to part with her new pets. She decided instead to part with her husband.Israel man divorces wife for bringing home 550 cats!Today's THVIsraeli couple splits over 550 house...  

LAistPets of the Week: Manny & HollyLAistLittle Manny is a one-year-two-month-old tan Chihuahua. He loves attention and loves to sleep on pillows. He's been out to several of the Pasadena Humane Society's Mobile Unit events and is a staff and volunteer favorite. Here's a link to a video so ...  

American PressBat Cats Fall to Former Coach Cohen and MSU, 2-1LEX18 Lexington KY NewsThe 21st-ranked Mississippi State Bulldogs plated a run in the second and third innings and used strong relief outings to post a 2-1 win over No. 11 Kentucky in an elimination game of the Southeastern Conference Tournament semifinals, on a hot Saturday ...SEC Tournament loss not the end of the road for these CatsUKAthletics (blog)MSU Hot Streak Ends w/ CatsFox...  

Shoppin' Cats and Dogs: The WinnersKotakuLeading off, blueTunic (3) orders up a Pancake with everyththing on her, including mustard. everydayfury (4) delivered the Cats Who Say Ni. Now bring us a shrubbery! And arniejolt (2) reminds us that Assassins and Templars are like cats and dogs.  

Dr. Bridget King has seen three cases of Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and one case of feline leukemia out of Wadena in recent months and she wants to send a warning to Wadena pet owners. “There are too many cats that are free-roaming ...  

Our normal cat adoption fees range from $65 to $75, while dog adoption fees range from $95 to $150. Each adoption package is valued at over $400 and includes: •A health evaluation, initial vaccinations and rabies vaccinations (for animals 3 ...  

A tale of feline survival has emerged from an event in Suffolk Monday to neuter and spay feral cats. When one volunteer feral cat trapper arrived at the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animal’s SNIP van, which was in town for the first ...  

I love cats as much, or more, than the next person. Heck, I grew up with a dozen “barn cats” right in my back yard. When Duh Hubby and I first met many years ago, I lived alone with five cats. Yep, just me and my subscription to “Offensive ...  

funny pictures - A Cat's Guide to Feline Superiority. ... HAAAAAY! | Restraining Cat: Don't Give Them What They Want Next » ... Great guide! as a cat person i really support this ! ... Yet dogs are a far more rewarding pet to own.  

Whisker by whisker, cats have begun to replace coffee as the top draw in cafés across Japan. In a country where many citizens do not have the time or space to care for creatures, “cat cafés” provide the experience of having a ...  

Since domestication, cats have adapted to group living and have become a much more social species - which includes a social hierarchy, though not as rigid as it is with dogs.  

A cat-sitter in Sweden was recently arrested by police after threatening the owner with a samurai sword when he wanted to retrieve his pets.  

The Conway-based Rozzie May Animal Alliance is taking its effort to curb the number of homeless and unwanted kittens and cats on the road this spring.  

Question: How do you make a video guaranteed to be a viral hit? Start with cats, obviously. But what then? Dastoli Digital hit the mark by marrying k…  

Projects selected include research in cats with cardiovascular disease, FIP, chronic pain, and more.