Articles related to "Catteries"

Those who must leave their cats in a boarding kennel or cattery should ensure that the facility meets certain criteria, and that the staff are knowledgeable and caring.

If you're trying to find a kitten from a reputable breeder, understanding their terminology will help you find exactly what you're looking for.

New catteries start up every day, often before thoroughly researching everything there is to know about breeding cats. Before you breed your kitty, please read this!

Many breeders who advertise on the Internet boast that they are cageless catteries, however, there are times when caging is the necessary and responsible option.

A look at the minimum requirements to begin breeding pedigreed kittens. This will also help kitty shoppers recognize responsible breeders providing proper cat care.

Many cat and dog owners find it difficult to leave their pet in a kennel or pet hotel. Once you decide to board a pet, how do you pick a boarding facility?

Help for those just starting their cattery or for families seeking a well raised purebred kitten.

A fast-paced amusing sequel of the life of Anna Nicholas between rural living, fast-paced London PR events and her next project - read it and see!

If you are interested in breeding cats or are just starting out as a breeder, these terms and definitions will help you understand words commonly used by cat breeders.

Purchasing the kitties that will help start your cattery requires much more than simply picking out two pretty felines.

Many new breeders don't realize how much work it takes to care for cats and kittens and raise them properly. It is a responsibility not to be taken lightly!

Words commonly used regarding cats and kittens, their health, and different aspects of breeding and showing pedigreed cats.

Immediately after purchasing your breeders, your job begins, from raising and socializing them to health screening and DNA testing.

The holidays are a common time to board cats, dogs and other pets at the kennel. Learn how to prepare for a cat or dog's stay at a kennel this holiday season.

Does coat colour affect cat temperament? A handful of studies and mounting anecdotal evidence suggest that it does.

Learn more about the causes, signs, symptoms, treatments and vaccinations against FIP, a viral disease that affects both domestic and wild cats.

It's not always possible to take your pet with you when you go away. Here are some alternatives for your pet when you are going on holidays.

Every now and then cats need to be taken on car journeys, whether it is for a trip to the vet, the cattery, or because their owner is moving house. Here's how to do it.

Instructions on how to fill out a kitten blue slip if your kitten is CFA registered, including tips on how to properly name your purebred kitten.

If you are thinking of having your new kitten shipped to your of if you're a breeder thinking of shipping kittens, there are a few things to consider.

Looking for a unique gift idea for a cat owner? Check out these great gift ideas for animal lovers on Christmas, Hanukkah, for a birthday or any other occasion!

Searching for a new feline friend is easy if you know where to begin, whether you want to rescue or are looking for a purebred companion.

Sometimes referred to as the border collie of the cat world, the Abyssinian is one of the smartest cat breeds.

What is ringworm and how is it treated by veterinarians and natural therapists? Are home remedies safe or effective?

The Russian Blue is a beautiful and elusiive cat breed. It is no wonder, then, that many people are turning to the Internet to purchase one.

If your cat is coughing, it may be one of several different reasons, almost all of which need to be checked by a veterinarian.

Pet friendly hotels, bed and breakfasts and campsites across the British Isles are listed in the latest edition of a popular guidebook.

Symptoms and the two forms of a rare, fatal illness called Feline infectious peritonitis, that affects cats of any age.

Of course there are kitten mills and scam artists and breeders that just don't give you what they promised. How do you recognize a reputable breeder?

Kitty color terms you should know and understand if you are breeding or showing cats or are just a knowledgeable feline fancier.

If you're considering showing your pedigreed cat or your household pet, these terms will get you familiar with terminology used in cat shows.

When adopting a purebred kitten, there are certain questions you should ask to make sure that you're dealing with a legitimate and ethical breeder.

Canine and feline pheromones, such as Feliway and DAP, can be used to help manage behavioral disorders resulting from stress. These pheromones help calm dogs and cats.

Travelling with children can be stressful as they become easily bored when left idle in the back seat of a car. Be prepared with some games and pastimes to amuse them.

As breeders learn more about Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD), this hereditary illness can be stopped. Pet owners should also make themselves more aware!

House sitting websites extol the joys of pet minding and housesitting in Europe, but potential housecarers need to access the pros and cons of the added responsibility.

Travellers who want free accommodation in exchange for pet minding and house sitting face fierce competition and must market themselves as for any job application.

There is much confusion about the new industry of house sitting, and anxiety about the lack of safeguards for both owners and sitters. This article provides an overview.

The social behaviour of cats is often a mystery to people. This article explains aspects of cat culture that influence a variety of feline social behaviours.

Is your cat solid, color point, or tabby? Perhaps your kitty has feathers or a blaze. They might even wear bracelets or mittens.

Keeping your cat healthy or dealing with an illness is much easier if you understand all the terms that researchers and veterinarians use regarding your cat's health.

Vaccinations for cats should be chosen based on the individual cat's risk of becoming infected with disease. Only cats at high risk of disease should be vaccinated.

There are a number of ways to make moving house less traumatic for cats and increase the likelihood that they'll bond with their new environment.

There are a number of things that should be done before moving house to make the transition smoother for cats.

The Nebelung is a shy, intelligent, longhaired cat with silvery, blue-gray fur and a quiet, undemanding temperament.

Studies indicate that Feliway, a synthetic cat pheromone product, can reduce undesirable behaviours and anxiety in the majority of cats.