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Getting The Harness On
Getting the cat into the jacket might seem like an ordeal, but do this gently and consistently. Hold him and speak to him reassuringly. Keep the jacket on him for five minutes even if he resists; continue to put it on him for at least this long until he gets used to it and stops resisting. Let him get comfortable with the jacket while he's inside and safe.
Reward him generously and praise him while he has it on. Spend this ... Read More »
Cats Bonding With Their Owners
There are a lot of experts out there who say that cats are strictly independent animals. These very same experts state that cats have chosen to associate with humans due to their strategy of survival. Although many argue with this statement, there are many who agree as well although those that agree are normally those in the percentile who dont agree with cats.
Anyone who has owned a cat will tell you that cats are great at bonding ... Read More »
Things To Know About Abused Cats
Cats that have been abused can appear severely maimed and damaged all over their exterior. Some may appear to be in perfect shape on the outside, although all of the damage they sustained may be internal or emotional. Even though physical damage is bad, emotional damage is much tougher to fix. Cats who have physical abuse will still answer to a soft touch and soft voice, as long as they know that the abuse has come to ... Read More »
Keeping Cats Out Of Your Garden
Your first line of defense when keeping cats out of your garden is to make sure that you have your boundaries secure. If there are any gaps in your fence, you should make sure that you block them to prevent any low access. Cats are very agile animals, and can jump very high. Normally they can jump a fence, which is why you should also invest in string or taut wire across the top.
If a cat has ... Read More »
Tips for Understanding Your Cat
Are you a new pet owner? If you have just purchased a new cat, you may be excited! After all, you should be. Owning a cat is a huge responsibility, but it is one that is filled with many great rewards. There is nothing better than seeing love and compassion in the eyes of your cat. In fact, that it not all that you will see.
When you and your new pet get to know each ... Read More »
Naming Your Cat
With all apologies to T.S. Eliot, the naming of cats is not all that delicate a matter.
But some thought should certainly be given to it. Giving the cat a foolish or ugly name on
the spur of the moment because it sounds funny is no way to start a relationship. It
encourages a careless and disrespectful attitude toward the cat not only in yourself, but in
other people as well. A bad name encourages a bad attitude toward the cat. Fortunately,
coming up with ... Read More »