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cats????????? i am thinking of getting a new kittin in a few months. what type of cats dont shed? thanks for youre help, .~. taco.~.

Cats !?!!?!? Does anyone know why cats like to lick on and bite pictures? i was looking through some old pictures today and my cat would not get away she kept trying to lick them, anyone know why?

CATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!? please give me a link of the cutest cats you know because my hamster died on may 2nd 2009 and my mom said i could get a cat after all this swine flu crap is over so please show me some really cute kittens for me! thanxxx. the animals can catch they swine flu because it is air borne

CaTs ????? k, have you ever heard people say "cats have nine lifes" or "cats always with land on their paws" I always wonder if these two things are true? and well my question is, is this true and why or its not true and why. (please don't answer b/c you think but b/c you know!)

CaTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!? Why do cats get big after they've been fixed!?!?!!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!!?!?!!?!?!?!

How do Cats and Dogs know which is cat food and which is dog food? I have 2 cats and three dogs. One night, I ran out of cat food (the dry type) and my cats were hungry. So since I had dog food only and the shops were closed, I gave them dog kibbles. They're more or less of the same shape and size and are made of the same ingredients - chicken. My cats took a nibble and refused the rest of the bowl, preferring to go hungry than eat dog food. The next day, i got them a fresh pack of made-for-cats kibbles and they immediately dived in and ate up. How come my cats knew what I gave them wasn't cat food? I also know of dogs that won't eat cat food for the long run (not mine though, cos they're pigs and will eat anything). It would be good if a pet food manufacturer can answer this question. Is there some special ingredient you put in cat and dog food that makes cats and dogs know which kibbles is who's? Also, nowadays, dogs are eating fish too - like salmon. You can't say it's the ingredient. How come they know the difference?

How many cats do you think a person can have before people start to question their mental health? I think if you have up to 5-6 cats and you live in a large house, that's ok. I think it's ok to have even 10 cats, if they are mostly outside cats and you live in a rural area. But what about 10 cats in a small apartment? Or 20 cats? Or 100 cats?

Why do cats come to visit my two spayed female cats? I have two female cats; they are both spayed. Every once in awhile it seems like every cat in the neighborhood comes to visit them. One of our cats, Kitty, also gets in the habit of peeing on things inside the house during this time. She doesn't do anything else that makes it seem like she's in heat. Even though they're spayed, might one of them be attracting other cats? Is Kitty marking her territory? Any suggestions? I can deal with the cat visits but not the peeing.

Are some cats never able to tolerate a second cat in the home? I have tried twice to bring a second cat into the home. My 9 year old cat, Katy will become depressed and urinate on shoes and throw rugs every time. I end up finding a home for the second cat and after a week or so Katy returns to her old self, using litter box and wanting affection. My question is, are there some cats that will never tolerate another cat in the home?

Are cats noses supposed to be cold if they are healthy like a dogs nose? My cat has a warm nose and not herself. I know that a dog has a cold wet nose if it is healthy. Is it the same way for cats? One of my cats is acting herself and has a cold nose. The cat that has a warm nose is a little moody and I am wondering if she is sick. They are 7 months old.

How do I stop other cats using my cat's catflap? I have a timid female cat and recently put a cat flap in. Unfortunately other cats are now coming in. I have chased cats out and they haven't come back, but one cat in particular just will not get the hint. I once even cornered him and poured a jug of water on him but he's been back. Are there any tried and tested (humane!) ways of getting rid of the unwanted cats?

How do you introduce 1 adult cat to a home that already has 2 adult cats? I just moved into a home with my adult cat - the home already has two adult cats. The two cats and my cat are not getting along and are hissing and growling at eachother all the time. The two cats don't like my cat and my cat doesn't like them. Will they ever get along, will they learn to live with eachother? Is it safe to let them roam free while i'm out or should i separate them. Any tips or advice will be EXTREMELY appreciated.

How to bring a new cat into a house with existing cats? I have 4 cats and tonight I'm going to get another cat (not kitten) from a friend who can't keep the cat. Does anyone have good suggestions for getting the cats used to each other quickly? How can I convince my existing cats to get along with the new cat?

How do outdoor cats do when you move? One of the neighborhood cats had a kitten. We have been feeding it and playing with it and it has gotten very used to us. It is about 7 months old. We are thinking of moving and taking the cat but are afraid it will run away or not be happy. It would have to stay an outside cat where we move. Our neighbor is also moving and said they would take it (as well as about 4 other neighborhood cats) and make it an indoor cat. The mother would go too. What is better for the cat?

Introducing new cats when moving into a new home that neither pet owner has lived in before? Okay, I have a cat, and my boyfriend has one. In the future we plan on moving into an apartment together, instead of me moving into his house or him moving into mine. So we have a unique cat situation. We won't be introducing cats to a house that already has cats. So not only will we have the trauma of a new house, but throw in a new cat as well. Neither of them will have the "home field" advantage. How difficult will this be?

Can sibling cats have opposite reactions to catnip? I understand that some cats have a gene that makes them responsive to catnip, while other cats lack this gene. Since we were told that our two cats are siblings, we would expect the same reaction to catnip, yet the female loves it and the male is indifferent to it. Is it possible that related cats have different reactions, or is it more likely that they are not siblings? Curious to know what multi-cat families have experienced. Thank you!

Why does my cat get so jealous of other cats? I have two cats. My girl hates the boy and hisses at him constantly. And she is always fighting with the cat upstairs. I have heard of cats who are friendly and cuddle with each other but I have never had a cat like that. Is my cat just a b*tch? She is very friendly with me.

Do people think cats are evolving to become more dependent? This is a question I've been wondering about recently. I've noticed that a lot more people are getting more than one cat, and a lot of them say it's because their cat was lonely and needed a buddy (obviously that shouldn't be the only reason to get another cat). Personally, I have two cats and neither of them act very independent at all. I'm not sure what i think on this matter, but I was wondering what other people think. Do you think cats are evolving to become less independent?

How will my cats be if I leave for four months? I have to leave for four months for work and I have two cats. My fiancee will be taking care of them at my house while I am gone, she does not live with me, just stopping by. My brother will not take care of the cats but he will be staying at my place most of the time, when he is not there a friend of mine who will not acknowledge the cats will be there as well. My brother will not go near the cats because they both hate him, hissing scratching, etc. My friend is allergic but is okay as long as he not too close to the cats.

Did you know cats are at a serious risk for heartworm disease? Did you know that there is no safe treatment for heartworm disease in cats? Did you know giving a monthly preventative is the only way to protect your cat against this life threatening disease? Did you know that indoor cats are just as at risk if not more than outdoor cats? -As prevelant as Felv/Fiv -signs include coughing,vomiting,gagging,weight loss -Cats can be treated with prednisone but still face the risk of sudden death when a heartworm dies. -Monthly preventative heartgard,interceptor,revolution and adavantage monthly are effective against heartworm disease. This is not just another way for a vet to make money. It is a deadly disease that can be prevented.

How do you introduce cats to each other? My boyfriend and I rescued a cat 2 years ago who had just previously had 7 kittens, he kept two and I kept one, so the cats are related. Recently we brougt my cat to his house to reunite them with his brothers, and he only met one and totally flipped out! It was a hissing and growling competition. I was wondering how do you go about introducing cats to each other (even though they are related) in a healthy way so that you dont loose the trust of your cats or end up with a constant cat quarral?

How do you teach cats to eat out of their own food bowls? I have 1 kitten who is 3 months old and one adult cat who is 5 years old. Since both cats need different kinds of food (kitten food which has nutrients found in a mother's milk, and adult formula that has nutrients designed for older cats), I have two separate food bowls. One for the kitten and one for the older cat. The older cat steals food from the kittens bowl which is making her overweight, and the younger one is stealing food from the older cat's food bowl. I've tried mixing some kitten food in with the adult food, but that hasn't worked. I've tried putting the bowls in differnt spots in the house which also hasn't worked. What would you suggest? Thanks.

What should I do with my cats after flea treatment? I have fleas in my house and on my cats. I went to the vet and got the advantage drops for the cats. I have also sprayed my house, used a flea fogger, and have been vacuuming everything and cleaning the crap outta my house. Since both cats and the house have been treated should I continue to keep my cats quarantined in the bathroom or should I let them out. I'm thinking it's probably ok to let them out now since the pesticide has had time to settle. Also, I think the advantage stuff on the cats is supposed to kill any fleas that jump on. I'm thinking it's a good idea to let the cats run around so the remaining fleas that continue to hatch will jump on the cats and die. Advise?

How can I get my cats to get along with my dog? I have 8 cats (each about a year and a half to two years old), and a Puggle named Jake that turned 2 years old today. We let my cats run around the house, and we keep Jake in his own room and let him in the backyard for an hour or two every day. We want to let my Jake run around the house, so we're having a trainer come in and train him to not destroy the furniture and such. The trainer says she can train him to ignore the cats, but what about the cats? Earlier today when we were letting Jake run around free, he got too close to my cat, Trevor. Trevor hissed at Jake and lashed out with his claws, cutting Jake's ear open. We had to bring him to the vet and for the next 24 hours his ear will be bandaged. Is there a way to avoid another injury like this without having to separate the cats from the dog?

How do I discourage cats from walking on my car? Every week someone's cat walks all over the hood of my car which I just cleaned. The cat leaves their paw prints all over the hood of my expensive car. I have nothing against cats but I always have to clean my car a lot since of this. Is there some sort of scented car wash that will discourage the cat from walking on my car? I have a feeling that the cat likes to sit on my car because it's warm on the hood.

How do I get stray cats off of my property? My one male cat has been acting out ever since a new male cat has been coming onto my property. The stray (actually he has a collar) has sprayed all over the outside of my house. My cat, in turn has been spraying and urinating everywhere in the house. He attacks the other cat. It is actually 2-3 cats. I'm at my wits end. Should I trap these cats? Or is there any type of spray to deter them. My yard is an acre!

How do cats communicate with other cats? I have two cats(well actually one cat and one kitten)and sometimes when they are in the same room they look at eachother and I wonder if they are talking to eachother. Do they have some sort of non-talking cat language?

How do I improve my cats eating habits? I have two cats, a male and female (both about 2 years old). The male cat eats very well and very active while the female cat eats less and her body weight lighter than him. Is this normal ie for a male cat to be much heavier than the female cat? If not then how do I make my female cat to improve her appettite and increase her body weight?

How do cats and other animals tolerate the cold of winter? Especially cats, since they are so tiny. It is hard to believe that their fur does much when the weather is so snowy and freezing cold. My young cat will stay outside for hours at a time. Which brings me to another question, is there a way I can get my cat to be more of an indoor cat? It always wants to go outside unless it is hungry.

How can I stop other cats coming into my house and eating my cats food? Whenever our door is open, other neighborhood cats come into our house and steal my cats food ! But even if my cat see's the other cat eating its food it just sits there and watches, doesn't even try to stop it. How do i stop these cats coming in?!

When cats walk slowly and stealthily are they stalking prey or in defensive mode against predators? My cat walks that way in the house all the time. Also why do cats back away from you, roll over on their back and make you come to them to greet them by scratching their neck and stomach? And what does it mean when a cat closes it's eyes when you scratch their neck. My cat is an indoor cat.

Can cat owners train their cats to stay at home? Some people don't want cats in their yard, so they rent cat traps or may try other less humane methods.

When cats do not get along with another inside cat, and they are threaten, they pee on my bed. What meds work? Both cats are healthy, no problems. Litter boxes, (3) are kept clean, and are in private places. This only happens when the inside/outside cat is inside . She is very dominate and bossy.

How to get my cats to stop fighting? My 2 cats won't stop fighting! It's gotten to the point where my one cat has a bleeding scratch on her ear from the other cat! One cat has claws and the other doesnt, so the one cat has no way to defend herself. Any ideas on how to get them to stop fighting?

How do cats react when you get a new cat? we have 2 cats and we want a third. who would have more problems with the new kitten, the dominent cat or the cat who's second in line?

How to stop cats poohing in my new vegetable garden? I do have 2 cats myself so I don't want them to run away. Before i made my garden my cats use to pooh in the lawn like dogs so I am not sure if its my cats or neighboring cats.

How come some cats are way more affectionate than others? I heard a funny story about cats on NPR today. It said reddish/orange cats are more affectionate than others. I have two cats and the orange one is WAY more affectionate and friendly than my gray girl one, (the orange one is a boy!).... How come some cats are more affectionate than others? Are they just born like that? LIke how poeple are born w/ different personalities?

Can old cats eventually get used to a cat flap? We had to get new glass fitted in our back door. At the same time we got the man to fit a cat flap. My cats are terrified of the thing having not had to use one before. How can I get them used to it. I've tried the trick of enticing them with a treat, but that don't work. Anyone got any other ideas? Thanks everyone. You've all been very helpful.

How do older cats adpat to new kittens in the house? We have a nearly 2 year old female cat and are thinking of getting another kitten for company. I was wondering if they could pose a problem? eg. jealousy issues, territorial issues? Also do male cats have different temperaments than female cats? How do you go about introducing a kitten into a home with a cat?

Why do some cats lay down and others fall over? I've been around cats all my life and have two of my own at the moment. I've noticed some cats when they go to lay down will just fall over sideways while others will lay down gently. In my findings most of the fall over cats are always the extremly friendly ones. Has anyone else ever noticed this and how does your cat lay down?

What are cats doing when they press on another cat's stomach? I think it's similar to what cat's do to people sometimes, but they do it to the stomach of other cats. What does it mean?

How do I get my 2 cats to accept my daughter's 2 cats when she moves back home? my daughter is moving back home with her 2 cats - age 1 1/2 years. My 2 cats (age 10 years) used to be her cats when she lived here, but she left them when she moved away 2 years ago. Whenever she comes home, the cats here love her up, cuddle with her and accept her - even with her new cat smells.

How can I transition my cats to eating from bowls? I have two cats that are nearly a year old now. Since they were born I always let them eat whenever they wanted from an automatic refilling food bowl, and now that they're nearly fully grown I am trying to switch my cats to food from a bowl. I have two bowls, but how can I get one cat to eat his portion and another to eat hers? Of course my male cat is much larger than the female cat and I'm curious to see if this is an issue for food. Thanks for your answers!

How is pine cat litter safe for cats if cats are sensitive to pine oil? Cats are particularly sensitive to pine oils because they lack an efficient liver enzyme system to detoxify them. Why do cat litter manufacturers use pine in this case?

What breed of cats is mean and unfriendly and generally hates everyone? I want to get that breed of cat for a pet. I grew-up with a two mean cats. One stalked and attacked a small child in 1978 and my mother had it put to sleep :(. (The child had some scratches and bite marks). The other cat, just attacked me, my parents and siblings at random. Such a wonderful cat.

Can female cats get in sync with each others going into heat? I have two cats. One seven month old, and one six month old. Last month the older cat started going into heat. This month the younger one had her first heat. Now the older one is going through heat again. Did the younger one's heat trigger the older one into heat again? I have never had unspayed female cats, so I have no idea how often they go into heat. Is this normal? Is it like when two women get their periods in sync with each other?? Thanks for the help!

One of my cats ran away for two days, what precautions should I take? I have two cats. One is a male, 2 1/2 years old and neutered. The other is a 1 year old female that is not spayed. The one year old got out the other day and was gone until late tonight. When she left, she was in heat. She does not have any cuts or wounds, nor does she have fleas or ticks. However, I have kept her away from our other cat for fear of transmitted diseases. I am planning on taking her to the vet tomorrow morning, but how long will it take for any tests to come back for things like FIV and FeLV? I am sure my two cats want to see each other again. Am I being too paranoid? Does anyone know how expensive it is to get a cat tested for various things? I am not worried that she is pregnant, I can deal with that.

How can I get my cat to like other cats? My cat, Rocket, is the happiest and sweetest cat that I've ever met. She purrs all the time and loves being cuddled and held, but there's one problem: while she's so loving and happy with people, she hates other cats. She will turn nearly feral towards them. Is there any way to get her used to other cats, so she can at least be in the same room as them?

How can I cat proof my garden fence to keep my 3 cats safe? Two of my cats have been hit by cars in tne past 8 weeks and are lucky to have survived although one will probably lose a front paw. I have a 30 foot garden which is fully fenced but the cats can climb over the top. Does anyone have any ideas how to perhaps use netting on top of the fencing to keep the cats in the garden? Any help would be much appreciated as I feel am being cruel by keeping them indoors as they are used to going outside.

How do I keep neighborhood cats from pooping on my lawn? I live in a fairly typical suburban area with many cat owners. For some reason they crap on my front lawn (the cats not the cat owners!). I thought only dogs did this, as cats like to bury their turds in soft dirt or ground cover. And yeah, they are definitely cat turds. I have a dog and know the difference.

What brand of cat food is best for overweight cats? I have 2 cats. They are both overweight. We feed them Purina Naturals or something like that. We want the best, dry cat food designed specifically for overweight cats. They are adults, 5 and 9 years old. We feed them 1/3 of a cup twice a day, once in the morning, and once at night. We give them snacks throughout the day as well. I think we are feeding them too much. What do you think? •How much food do they need each day? •And how many times to they need to be fed that amount?

How to stop cats from going to the bathroom in certain places outside? We have two cats and we live on three acres out in the country, so they are indoor/outdoor cats. The problem is that around our house are gravel walkways and a gravel driveway and the cats have decided to use these areas to pee and poop. Every time we go outside we smell it, and it's especially strong in the area where our patio table is (so who wants to sit and eat there???). Is there any kind of safe cat deterrent that we can spray there that will actually work?

How do you get house cats to stop fighting? I have a 7 yr. old spaid female cat . About 6 months ago we got a 8 month old nutered male cat. Both cats are in and out side cats. At night they are both in. The male beats up the female all the time. He stauks her out side and jumps on her and hair goes flying. I seperate them in 2 different parts of the house when they are both home. Is there any way I can get the male cat to leave the female alone out side of getting rid of him? I really like him other wise. He is a bully ALL the time with the female. She can not walk, sit or stand with out him jumping on her and scratching and biting her. She runs from him and will not come home if he is waiting for her out side. He keeps her off our property. Any suggestions would be greatly appreacheated. Thanks in advance. I bring the male in so the female will come home. I am always bringing in a cat in the front door and going to the other door to get the other one. LOL Thanks for all your answeres

Why do cats stretch out their hind leg when they approach me? There are several cats in our household. I've just recently noticed that several of our cats stretch one of their hind legs (primarily the left leg) out behind them when they approach a human and sometimes other cats. Is this some form of greeting? Submission? I can't find anything about this when I search online.

How much canned cat food should I feed my cats? I have two cats. One is a year old, the other seems to be two. I was wondering how much cat food they should get a day. (It is canned cat food) I understand how the weight thing should work, but until I can find a accurate scale I've gotta go by holding-the-cat-and-guessing. We had dry food, I don't know if we'll get it. Besides, I didn't ask about what wet food causes, I asked about how much they should be getting.

What sort of territory does the average house cat have outside, and what do cats do when they roam? I have two indoor cats, and although they seem perfectly happy in my three-bedroom house, I was wondering about how it compares to the space they'd have to roam in if they were allowed outside and whether they'd be significantly more active there than inside. Does anyone have any idea how large the roaming territory of domesticated cats is, or how much they actually do roam? Does it depend on the territories of other neighborhood cats, geographical markers such as roads and creeks, the gender of the cat, or the cat's personality? And what do cats do when they're wandering around the neighborhood?

What do my cats think of my dancing? Do cats understand our body language? I know you can tell a lot about a cat's mood just by their tail and body language, but I've always wondered if it's reciprocated in the same fashion. Do cats understand or know how to interpret our body language? Besides reaching out to pet them, or playing/throwing a toy for attention. I dance around the house all the time and my cats always seem to get hyper and excited.

How do I get my cats to stop peeing everywhere? I have two cats, and I love them to death, but they pee everywhere. They didn't do it at our old apartment, and in our new apartment, the carpets have been steam cleaned twice and the previous owners did not have cats, nor did the people before them. They have been fixed, and I clean their cat box regularly. I have no idea what is wrong!! An ex-friend told me that they have these things that are like Glade plug-ins that spread pleasing pheromones (sp?) that keep the cats from peeing, but I don't know what they're called. Does anyone else? We haven't been able to set up a second litter box because there just isn't enough room here. Rubbing their noses in it doesn't help, and I am at my wits end!! I don't want to get rid of my cats, but I don't know what to do if they don't stop!! I called it "new", but we have been in this apartment--with the cats--for over a year.

How would I introduce to adult cats into the home with my cat? My Aunt is moving and needs someone to have her cats, I already have 1 cat who we took on from a neighbour. How would I go about introducing the cats to her would she run off/get jealous or fight with them? Also how long would I have to keep her cats in before they can go outside?

What is the best cat food you can buy in a store for cats? I want to be sure that I am feeding my cats the best food that I can afford. , They are both very active cats and are fit as far as cats go. I would like to plump them up a bit, LOL

Unwelcome cats. Anyone know the best way to keep cats off your car when parked in the drive? next door has 10 cats. they are all unwelcome in my territory and property. they even try to get comfortable on top of my car. they are NOT welcome. how do/would you keep them off the car? thanks for answering.

How can I keep stray cats away from my house and cars? My cat has always been an outdoor one and I always kept his food dish and water outside, around my front door. I recently moved to a new part of town and I continued keeping his food outside, but now its attracted several cats. Sometimes I walk outside to find over 8 cats running around my yard. I even find cat paw marks all over my windshield. What can I do to keep these strays away, and off my car? I have two German Shepards, but I keep them in the backyard.

Why did my cats start to suddenly hate each other? My two cats are from the same litter and hadn't ever been separated , they got along and could be in the same room together and not fight. Now if they even see each other they hiss. One cat is in the basement and one is upstairs , but I feel bad because the cat in the basement doesn't get as much attention as the one in upstairs. I really want to bring the one from the basement upstairs , but I don't want them to hurt each other. Their both females and their fixed.

Is all clumping cat litter potentially harmful to cats? So, I heard cats can sometimes ingest clumping cat litter and this can cause impactions in their lungs. Is this true for all clumping cat litter or only non-natural clumping cat litter like scoop away? Like does the world's best cat litter pose this same risk to cats or not since its made of corn?

What do cats do in order to show affection to humans? In other words what is equal to a kiss in cat world? Do they understand when you pick them up and kiss them that you are being affectionate or what do they think? Is it possible to teach cats to peck (kiss) you on the mouth? Has anyone done this?

How do you keep cats out of your indoor box garden? The cats want to use the kids' box garden for a litter box. Is there a way to keep the cats out besides putting sticks in the soil? We don't have a place to put the box where the cats can't get to it.

How do i get my puppy and cats to get along? I have a 9 week old puppy. And he wants to get along with the cats, and i don't want to ruin that. She plays too rough which is no fair to the cats, she bites them and runs around them in circles barking. But she bends down in the play position and is wagging her tail. The cats aren't super fond of this so they bat at her and hiss. When the cats get up to run away she chases them. I know she just wants to play but i have to yell at her in fairness to the cats. Any tips on how to make this better?

Why did my cat start purring when he heard other cats meow? Does he feel threatened, or scared and after he heard the cats he rubbed his nose on my face.

How can I help my cat adjust to the new cats? 4 months ago I adopted 2 cats from the local animal rescue and the cat that has lived here for about 4 years has still not adjusted to these 2 new cats or the 2 addtional ones I adopted 2 months ago. The first cat took refuge downstairs in my rec-room on the coach and will only leave that spot to eat and use the litter box(usually) sometimes I find pee/poop on the coach. I have tried everything from keeping them separated to keeping them in the same room. When any of the 4 new cats(2 are still kittens) go near her she just screams bloody murder. Will she ever adjust or should I consider something else?

How come my cats love my rabbits but don't like my hamsters? I have four cats and two rabbits. My cats love my rabbits! They will lick them and cuddle with them. They try to hunt/eat hamsters and mice though. So I was wondering why they like my rabbits but not rodents. Is it because their smaller? No, rabbits are not rodents. They are lagomorphs.

How do you make your cats poop smell better? I feed my cat Science Diet kitten food, and he occasionally eats the Feline Greenies treats but when he poops his litter box smells up my entire bathroom, which is fairly large. I scoop his litter every day or every other day and I just don't know how to make the smell any better. I also use Tidy Cats cat litter deoderizer. Any suggestions?

How do I keep my cats out of my plants? My cats like to use my indoor plants as a litter box. They have an easy accessible, clean litter box, but they just want to keep using the plants. My friend suggested using moth balls, but it doesn't do anything; they play the moth balls as if they were little cat toys. Another friend suggested putting rocks on the soil, but the cats still urinate in them. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Why were the cats associated to witches by the christian clergies in the middle ages? does it come from the common stereotype of cats being a witch's pet, riding along on her broom... or did that stereotype originate from the cat burning incidences of the middle ages?

Could I do a project with two cats that are entirely different? I have a cat that is about twelve years old and she sleeps all the time under my blankets and won't come out of my room without freaking out. She doesn't play with any toys and doesn't respond to treats. My other cat is about seven and will run around the house and do whatever she wants. Neither cat likes the other, they constantly fight. Could I really do a project using the two different cats?

Is it safe to give a cat an all natural product made for cats with 13% Alcohol? Someone in my family bought an all natural liquid made to calm a cat's nervous system when they travel. I just looked at the ingreditnts and it has 13% Alcohol! I just felt sick about it! I want to burn the darned liquid!!! The person who bought it says it won't hurt them and would be better for them when they are traveling. I don't think its safe! Does anyone have any facts or articles about the effects of Alcohol on cats? Thank you.

Why are cats smarter than dogs when it comes to using a kitty litter? I've had a cat in the past and it was the easiest thing ever to train it how to use a kitty litter. now that I have a dog it's the hardest thing ever to teach him not to use the house as a toilet. I know that some learn faster than others, but my question is, why do dogs have such a hard time with that and cats don't? It already seems to be preinstalled in cats.

How do i get my cats to get along? Okay, so I got a new cat about 1 year old like 4 weeks ago, and i already have 2 cats both about 2. And My cats hate the new one, if they see her they'll hide and not come out. We've been keeping her in my room. My one cat Precious, if my new cat gets near her will grow and hiss like crazy. Nothing seems to be working.

Why do my cats let others eat their food? There are at least 2 cats coming through the cat flap and eating their food. I have three cats and none of them try to stop them, one of my cats even sleeps close to the food on a chair and does nothing.

A stray cat comes to my screen door and my cats start fighting each other1? My 2 cats are about 8 years old, neutered, and are brothers. I don't know if the stray is a boy or girl. The first time it came around the 3 of them fought thru the door. Now, even it it comes near the steps my cats will start fighting each other! Its really bad fighting. They rip hair out! They start hissing and staring each other down. It lasts for about 10 minutes. Why are they turning on each other?

If cats hate water why do they like to eat fish? How did the cat find out it liked fish in the first place? Okay - I know some cats like water but that is rare. You can't tell me there was one water-loving cat who caught fish and fed the rest of the cats and that's how they got so fond of fish eatin! So - how come they like to eat fish but hate water?

Can I feed my 13 week old kitten cat food that is labeled for both cats and kittens? My 13 week old kitten won't eat kitten food. We've tried wet, moist and dry. The only few brands of cat food he will eat is labeled for cats and kittens. The fat content isn't as high as in the kitten food but I don't know how to get him to eat the kitten food. Is this ok since it is labeled for both cats and kittens?

Why do my cats sometimes come face to face and sniff each others noses? There both male and usually tolerate each other, however 1 cat sometimes tries to attack the other like a bully. But as cats being cats, they like there own space so perhaps this nose to nose encounter is instinct? why would they greet each other? they usually hate each other!

How can I stop cats pooing in my garden? Not my cats - I don't have any, and I don't want to harm the cats. I quite like cats, but I hate their poo in my garden, where my five children play. Thanks April - I'll see if I can find some, and give it a go.

What kinds of cats are good for small apartments? I was just wondering which breeds of cats are suitable for small apartments, without a ton of space? I'd have room for a litter box and such, obviously, but it's not like the cat could run a marathon across the floor.

How often to cats mate during one estrus cycle? Hypothetically, how often will a male and a female cat mate during one estrus cycle? I've heard lions can mate every four minutes, but how often can cats mate?

What is the best tasting canned cat food for picky cats? I'm looking for a good quality canned cat food for my cats. I have tried Natural Choice and Natural Balance and my cats don't seem to care for either. Any ideas? I'm looking for something with quality ingredients and no by-products so please don't tell me Friskies or 9 Lives.

is there a medication you can give your cats to reduce human cat allerigies? I heard there was a spray that you can put in the cats food that will help with human cat allgeries. My wife is very algeric to cats and I don't want to get rid rid of her or the cats.

How do you keep cats from climbing up the Christmas Tree?? I have three cats and in the past (3 different cats) I used lemon, orange and lime rinds to repell the cats from climbing up the tree. However, those cats actually ATE the rinds. Should I try this method again OR does anyone know what to do now? I will keep the ornaments to a minimum on the tree and very few on the bottom. Before the tree is set up next month, I need an idea. Help!

When can my cats enter an area that has been sprayed for bugs? I am planning to spray my house for roaches and other pests, and I was wondering when it would be safe for my cats to re-enter rooms that have been sprayed? I would like to use the RAID brand bug killer, and I can't find one that is really safe for cats. Does anyone know of a bug killer that isn't harmful to cats?

How can I stop my cats from fighting or being aggressive with one another? I have 2 cats and we recently moved into an apartment with a friend, who has his own cat. The first week, the cats all got along, but now 3 weeks in, they are all very aggressive with each and one of the cats expelled urine on top of a wooden dresser (which has never been done before). Any one have suggestions or been in this situation? We are going to get a 2nd litter box, but I am worried there may be more to the problem.

How to help new adult cats adjust in new home? My neighbors are adopting two of my cats because we have too many. They don't live to close, so the cats probably won't come back to my house. What should I request to my neighbors to help the cats adjust? Should they keep them in a room for a few days or something like that?

Why is my cat black when cats originated from small wild cats? If domestic cats originated from the small wild cats, which are a brown-tan colour, how did they breed domestic black cats?

My boyfriend & I ( & our cats) plan to move in together. How do we set up a successful situation for our cats? I offered to watch his cat when he went to Hawaii, but upon initial meeting my cat attacked his. Now that we are planning on living together we want our cats to join us in our new home so we are looking for successful tips/ strategies for reintroducing them so hopefully they will get along.

How to solve the problem of other cats battering open cat flap and stealing my cats food? Hi We've got a Staywell magnetic cat flap with a magnetic collar for our cat. The problem we've got is that other cats are battering open her cat flap (even when we lock it) and stealing her food! We scare them off when we catch them doing it, but they come back when we're out. Does any know where I can get a food bowl which only opens to a specific magnet? Or a way of discouraging these violent kitties? Thank you

How can I convince my boyfriend that cats are okay? My new boyfriend told me that people who own more than two cats are crazy. I don't want him to think I'm crazy, so whenever he comes over, I sedate the other five cats and put them in a box. How often can I do this without harming them? And how can I prove to my boyfriend that people who own more than two cats are not crazy? Yes, he is worth it. He's very, very cute. And it's not often that someone like him is interested in someone like me.

How to introduce a new 8 month old cat to the rest of my cats? Hi, I just adopted a 8 month old siameseX male from the shelter, I currently have other cats in the house hold. The new kitty was neutered yesterday he is in a different room recovering. He sniffs the other cats from under the door but he really wants to full out attack them! I dont know if i should trust him with my other cats, i know it will take time, but does anyone have any suggestions on how i can slowly introduce him to everyone? ( this is my first time adopting an adult, Im used to kittens) Thank you!

How do i stop cats from defecating in my flowerbeds? The neighborhood that i live in has several ferrel cats and a few outside cats that are pets. I don't want to harm the animals i just don't want to find cat fecies in my flowerbeds or walk into my back yard and smell cat urine. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

How can I get my cats and dog to get along? I have had the cats for 2 years and got the dog about 7 months ago. They do not get along. Any suggestions? The dog wants to play but the cats are scared to death or him. I have a gate across the stairs so the dog can't get to them and they don't have to be stressed all day worrying about the dog.

How expensive is a sphynx cats and do they have nice personalitys? I currently have 2 Domestic short hair cats . One Female tuxedo and one male brown tiger. They get along for the most part. I am thinking about buying a Sphynx cat or kitten. I saw one at a cat show and loved it. I was wondering how expensive do they run? Do they have nice personalitys and do they like to be picked up? Will they get along with other cats?

How can we train our cats not to fight each other? I've moved in with my partner and my large male cat attacks my partner's small female cat every chance he gets. He gets on fine with my other two cats, both also female. All of them are neutered/speyed. It has been over 6 wks with no sign of them working things out. He is really vicious to her, and she doesn't provoke him. Can I train him to leave her alone, because she is a nervous wreck.

Why so many more cats than dogs in shelters and euthanized? And it's more difficult for shelters to adopt out cats than dogs. Why? My three local shelters, SPCA, Humane Society, city pound all tell me the same that cats go less and slower than dogs and that big dogs go slower than small dogs. Is it just that cats are considered disposable and that's why there are so many more?

How should I integrate my male cat and my boyfriend's 2 female cats when we move in? My boyfriend and I are going to be moving in together and I have a 2 yr old neutered male cat. He has 2 spaded female cats(they are sisters) that are 1 1/2 yrs old. I have brought them together before but my cat seemed very threatened and even tried to swat at them. The females seem fine around other animals especially dogs. I'm just worried because I don't want my male to hurt the females.

How do I keep my cats from eating my birds? 2 cats are in and out cats. I like to feed the birds. How can I discourage cats from eating my birds? yes, the darn cat can stalk silently - even with a bell collar. lol, Mike Ok, there is those birds that only eat on the ground. I worry about those. I have suspended feeders for the rest.

How to make your cats the happiest they can be out side in the cold weather? My cats are outside cats and i was wondering if any one knew how to make cat treats or like cat broths or something to keep them happy and warm? And what other stuff can you do for them in the cold weather? i can't let them in my dad would kill me!

How do I keep cats from wrecking the house? I have two cats. One cat likes to pull out the foam from the air conditioner and chew it up. The other cat likes to jump on furniture and counter tops. What can I do to keep these cats from doing this?

y cat tends want to fight and attack my other cats! How do I stop this behavior? My cat was an outside cat! We had him for about 7 months! He is freindly with humans and loves to be petted/rubbed! However, he see my other cats and want to jump on them and bite! Then when we pick him up and take him to a seperate room he bites out hands! I am not sure if this aggressive behavior will change or if my cat will get along with my other cats!

How can I put one of my cats on a diet without affecting my other cats eating habits? I have two adult male cats one of which weighs about 15lbs and the other weighs about 9lbs. I would like my "Fat Cat" to lose about 5lbs however both of my cats are fed from the same food dish at the same time of day. Does anyone know how I can put one cat on a diet without putting my other cat on a diet as well?

How many cats before you are the "cat lady"? When are you that wierdo, the cat lady? Do the cats have to be in your house to qualify, or is living in the yard enough to make you the cat lady? How many cats make you the cat lady? What makes people cross that line from normal pet ownership into being the cat lady?

How do i get my dog and cats to like each other? How do i get them to like each other? Our cats are eight and my dog is one and they've never been closer than 5 feet to each other. My dog likes to chase the cats sometimes, but other times she stands there and just looks at them. Every once in awhile the cats get curious and sneek in the room to look at her, but usually they run as soon as they see her which doesnt help cuz then she chases them. I would really like them to be friends but i dont know what to do. Any suggestions?

What is the best cat litter for multiple cats? I was using Tidy Cat multiple cats, but I noticed the last batch I bought (I go through about 80 pounds of litter a month) - they changed the formula. It's more course and doesn't control odor as well. Now (since the litter changed), one of my four cats is peeing outside the litter box. Any suggestions for a finer clumping litter that controls odor better?

How can I help my new cat adjust to my other cats? About a month ago I adopted a four year old cat from a co-worker who was moving and could not take him with her. He has gotten along with other cats in the past. I have three other cats ages four, two and one. I have been introducing them to each other slowly providing treats when I do. I have also brushed each of them with same brush to get each used to each others scent. My problem is that they still seem to not get a long. I do not feel that I can leave my new cat have the run of the house yet with my other two. Any suggestions would be great. Thank you.

How should I go about feeding 2 cats who eat different food? I have 2 cats, one almost a year old and the other just over 5 months. They have separate food dishes, but frequently eat from either dish. Right now, both cats are eating kitten food. However, I would like to start feeding my older cat more "adult" cat food and not so much of the kitten chow. Any advice on how to manage this with two cats? Will it be ok for both to eat the adult food, even though the younger cat still needs a lot of the nutrition provided by kitten chow? Should I mix both bowls with 2 types of food?

How do i get my cats to stop fighting? I just moved into a new place with 9 month old male cat (not yet neutered). There is a female 4 year old cat already living here and the two of them do not get along. As soon as my cat sees the other cat he runs at it and a fight happens every time. the fights are really bad, with both cats pissing themselves and fur flying everywhere. I've tried watching them when they're together but i have to be watching them both the whole time to make sure they stay away from each other. The other cat always just hides from him and runs away. Will neutering my cat help? He's such a nice cat to people and other cats usually. He got along great with the last cat he lived with and it was Male. I just don't know what to do and I'm scared one is going to kill the other.

My cats keep urinating all over the carpet. How can I stop it? I have tried everything. Their litter box is kept clean the majority of the time. There is a boy and girl cat who are both fixed and declawed. They have been here since kittens. Suddenly they start to urinate everywhere. I tried special catfood. They go all over the carpet, all over clothing, everywhere! I can't put them outside. I'm about ready to give them to the pound. I'm an avid cat lover. I've never experienced anything like this with cats ever. These cats are well loved. These aren't the first cats I've owned. I've box trained several cats in the past with no issues. I'm at the end of my rope. All suggestions welcome. Thanks! In response to a couple of questions. The cats have been litter box trained all this time. I thought they had a urinary tract infection so that was the kind of special cat food I got them. I have thought of taking them to the vet, but if there is a better suggestion I'll take it, taking two cats at once will cost a minimum of $300 and with three kids to care for by myself its something I'm trying to avoid. Its amazing at the friendly responses I've received on my first post ever here. I rescued these cats over 5 years ago from the shelter when I was still married and had only two children. Since that time I've change my life completely. I now am single and have three children. (I didn't think I'd have to defend myself here I though I'd be asking the questions). Until the divorce, I took them to the vet all the time and they had everything. I have almost no extra money to speak of these days and believe it or not, I have to put my childrens needs ahead of my cats who I do love. However, I can't afford to be constantly washing all the clothes in the house, shampoo all the carpet, or pay someone to walk around and spray them with some special formula when I'm working. I was hoping someone else had experienced this but its clear that posting here was only to be insulted and put down for having cat issues. It won't happen again.

Is it possible to put cats on a sleeping schedule? I have two cats and a daughter at home. The daughter is on a pretty good sleeping schedule (8pm to 6am), but this gets ruined by the cats, who tend to sleep all day, and go absolutely nutters over the course of the night. This usually results in waking up my daughter, and driving everyone near to violence. Is it possible to sort of train a cat to sleep at night, instead of during the day?

What is the healthy weight range for cats? I weighed my cat today, and she came in at 7.8 lbs. She is a Birman breed, quite a dainty little thing. Is 7.8lbs a healthy weight for my pet? What weight ranges are healthy for different sized cats, or different breeds of cat?

How can I help my cats adjust to a new environment easily? Had my two cats for 3 years, and they've lived in the same apartment with me for as long as I had them. I am buying a townhouse soon, which means we will be moving in a new place. I am afraid my cats will become angry with me for taking them out of their comfortable environment. How do you suggest I make the move easy for my cats? I want them to like our new home, but I don't want to stress them out or really upset them. Are cats resiliant or will the move be hard on them?

How can I socialize my cat with other cats? My cat is fine with people and dogs, but she is terrified of other cats, she will growl and hiss at them. How do I help her get over this? I take her for walks on a harness, so could it be that she thinks she's a dog, and not a cat?