Cats are curious creatures and it is up to the pet parent to make sure that their cats are safe and healthy at all times. Here are few tips to keep them safe at home. Safety first: Never leave a door or window open as the cat can escape and head off into the great outdoors. Care with guests at home: If you are expecting […]
In today’s fast-paced life, stress is one of the most common problems that we face. The same holds true for our feline friends. Cats are one of the most sensitive creatures, emotionally and psychologically; even a slight change in their routine can cause an unwanted psychological Kritika Manchanda reaction. The most common stressors for cats are environmental factors which later affect their behaviour and health. What
Sudhersena If your cat is injured, do not panic. Here are a few tips to make vet trip easier. Blackie was rescued with his right front paw severed and his left front leg partly bent. His bent foreleg was rubbing against the surface and was constantly bleeding. Fortunately, Blackie was in good health. It was decided to fix an external fixator to his bent foreleg
Fungal diseases in your kitty can not only be harmful to your cat, but to you as well. Here’s more on its treatment and prevention. Dr Indranil Samanta What is a Sporotrichosis? It is a common fungal infection of cats caused by Sporothrix schenckii. It is an old fungal disease which was first detected in
Administering medications in cats is a task – an art in itself. Here’s how to give medicines to your kitty. Medicines can be administered in cats in different ways – orally, tropically, sub-cutaneously, intra-muscularly, intra-venously, sub-conjunctively, intramammary and per-rectaly. Orally in the form of liquid, pills, capsules & powders The best and easy way for
So you think you know your cat well? Here are a few amazing cat facts which would leave you bewildered. Joan E Henderson Cats can see in dark…No! It has always been believed that cats can see in the dark but this is not actually true although it does appear that they need far less
Visits to the vet can be stressful to your kitty. We hear of many cases where cats have escaped while being taken to or at the clinic. Here are a few simple tips that can make your kitty’s visit to the vet happy and secure. Sudhersena For your cat, carriers are associated with stressful experiences
Peterbalds are an exciting and relatively new breed to the cat fancy and as a breeder of these cats, the question I am most frequently met with is “Are they Sphynx?” and the answer is a resounding NO! Here’s more on Peterbalds. Susanna Shon Like several other breeds, Peterbalds are the result of crossing two
Sometimes, cats can show aggressive behaviour, which can be a manifestation of several factors – guarding territories, defending offspring, protecting themselves or health issues. Here’s to understand their needs and keep them secure. Rahana Chowdhury Pet parents share… Suchetana Lahiri, a pet parent to a nine-month-old Gullu, shares, “Gullu is small and does not like
If your kitty has been urinating excessively or drinking a lot of water, it may be a warning sign, indicating diabetes. Follow us in our journey of what, how and why of feline diabetes. What is it? Starting with the basics, let’s understand what actually feline diabetes is. Diabetes is a disease Kritika Manchanda that
Water is essential for everyone and cats are no exception. Don’t let your cat be dehydrated in these summer months. Here’s how to take care of water needs of your cat. Importance of water… A healthy cat should be sufficiently hydrated. Water replaces fluid lost through urine, faeces and Sudhersena respiration and is essential to
Janet Poulsen The Khao Manee (cow man EE – meaning ‘white jewel’ in Thai) has been bred and known in Thailand for hundreds of years, but only in the past few years have cat fanciers in Europe and the US come to know and appreciate this breed. Most stunning attribute of this breed is the
Throughout the history there have been many well known people who have enjoyed the loving companionship of cats. They are known as Ailurophile or cat lover. The well known Bronte sister who wrote many wonderful books usually had a pet cat – or even two. Emily Bronte devoted one of a series of essays she
Cats chew on plants as they are curious by nature and love to explore but even household plants can be toxic. Let’s kitty-proof our home. Dr. Revathi Many common indoor plants are quite toxic to pets. Assume all parts of the plant are poisonous,though some parts of the plant may have higher concentrations of the
Even though cats spend a lot of time licking and cleaning themselves, they still need regular brushing and combing to remove loose hair, prevent matting and keep the skin free of diseases and parasites, such as fleas. Both short and long-haired cats need to be groomed. It’s to keep them clean and to keep your
