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Cat Fences and Enclosures
Providing a cat fence or enclosure is a good compromise between the safety of the indoor lifestyle and the benefits of going outdoors.
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Keeping Cats Indoors
Many owners wonder whether or not they should let their cats go outside. Given the risks cats face outdoors, an indoor lifestyle is the best choice for health and safety.
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Winter Care for Outdoor Cats
If you have felines who live outside, learn these tips to keep your pet safe, healthy, and happy in harsh climates.
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Why Your Cat Should Live Indoors
Help in making an informed decision about whether your feline friend should live indoors or outdoors.
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Cats – Keep Indoors or Go Outside?
Cats are animals that enjoy going outside. But the great outdoors holds many dangers for the domestic cat. An experienced cat owner considers the options available.
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Teaching a Kitten to Use the Litter Box
Taking the right approach to litter training with a new kitten can prevent litter box problems later on.
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The Problem with Cats
Free roaming cats are known to be killers of backyard birds. How can you cope with cats, whether they are your own or a neighbor's?
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Do You Know Where Your Cat Is?
Cats Indoors! should be a campaign for all pond owners. Discover why.
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How to Care for an Elderly Cat
Old, elderly cats need special care, just like elderly humans. Read on to learn how to care for an aging cat, how to feed an older cat and other cat care tips!
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How to Find Your Lost Cat
It's hard not to get emotional when a pet goes missing. But a well thought out strategy is vital to increasing your odds of being reunited with your furry little friend.
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Cat Vaccinations
Some available vaccines can increase your cat's longevity and improve the quality of her life. Others are not necessary.
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Leash Training Cats
Not all cats can be leash trained, but if an owner exercises patience and perseverance, many cats will take to it.
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Senior Feline Citizens
Care of aging kitties. Our "Lion in Winter".
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Vaccinating Your Cat
An overview of vaccination protocols, vaccines, and vaccination site sarcomas
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Extra Precautions Around Kittens
In order to raise the healthiest kittens possible, you must make sure they don't come into contact with things that will harm them.
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Feline Asthma and Respiratory Problems
If your cat is experiencing breathing difficulties, he or she may be suffering from asthma.
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Uses for Christmas Trees After Christmas
Ideas for making things from a Christmas tree after Christmas.
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Bobcat Fever in Domestic Cats
Cytauxzoonosis, also known as Bobcat Fever, is fatal to domestic cats. You can protect your cat from this illness by taking certain precautionary measures.
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Catnip is Safe and Non-Addictive for Cats
Catnip will not harm cats or cause addiction. As an herbal remedy for people, it has some benefits and risks.
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Feline Leukemia Virus
Feline leukemia is a major cause of illness and death among cats. It can cause anemia and several types of cancer, as well as suppressing the immune system.
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Obesity in Cats
Obesity is the most common problem affecting domestic cats. A true carnivore, the cat does not require a diet rich in carbohydrates.
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Preparing Your Pets for Winter
In a phone interview conducted in October, Humane Society expert Nancy Peterson spoke with contributing writer Lacey Lyons about winterizing household pets.
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Reasons Why Cats Refuse Food
When a cat won't eat, he might have an illness, or there may be a problem with the food, the bowl or the dining environment.
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The Affection of Cats
How cats show affection and love, and how we can show the same to them.
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When Cats Go Missing
What you can do to protect your cat against loss or theft.
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Cat Nutrition and Home-Made Food
Feeding cats the wrong foods can cause serious health problems. It is important to ensure that your cat's diet contains all the required vitamins and minerals.
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Easter Lilies Can Kill Cats
Here's how to protect your pet's health this Easter. Be aware of the symptoms and treatments of Easter lily poisoning in cats.
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How to Care for a Pregnant Cat
Providing the right food and care increases the likelihood that pregnant cats will have healthy kittens.
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Keep Your Cat Warm This WInter!
Your cat needs extra protection from the cold just like you do!
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Pests and Predators
Cats, raccoons, house sparrows, and other pests can be a serious problem for backyard birdwatchers. Is there anything that slows them down?
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Treating Cat Worms at Home
Though you can easily treat feline parasites or worms at home, is it really the best choice for your kitty?
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What to do about orphaned kittens?
Some helpful advice about finding abandoned kittens and how to care for them.
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What to Do if Your Cat Has Been Poisoned
Quick action when your pet has been poisoned can mean the difference between life and death.
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Cats and the Ecosystem
Cats have a great impact on the ecosystem, killing small animals and birds.
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Indoors Vs. Outdoors
A discussion on the hazards and reasons to have an indoor only cat.
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The Controversy Continues.......
Sensationalism at some of its best. The unconscionable attempt to use scare tactics and biased reporting to promote a select group of peoples' beliefs on a nation.
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