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2010 January Cats Picture Gallery: Barney

As 2010 is a transitional year, the 2010 January Cats Picture Gallery is also transitional. We are changing the focus from blue cats to senior cats. As the old year is cast aside for the baby new year, senior cats have often been cast aside at shelters, to make room for the new crops of kittens. As ...More...

How to Build a Natural Cat Tree

Cats love to climb and they love to perch up high so they can watch everything going on around them. House cats need plenty of things to occupy their time so they don't get bored. Building a natural tree for them to climb on is something your cats will love. Look for sturdy branches at least 4 inche...More...

How to Cure Feline Scabies at Home

Feline scabies, or mange, is caused by mites. Your cat will be itchy and irritable, shake its head a lot and lose its fur. You'll notice crusty areas around the cat's ear, neck and head. If not treated right away, the infection can spread to the whole body. Follow these steps to treat your cat at ho...More...

Pheromone Cat Calming Collar Review

A new product on the market for cats is a calming collar. If you have a cat that is out of control, it is worth trying one of these collars. After purchasing a pheromone collar, we tried it on two different cats with exact opposite results....More...

Cutest Cat Contest Picture Gallery: Jasper

Is your cat the cutest cat in the world? About.com is pleased to announce the Cutest Cat Picture Contest. Please read the rules carefully, then submit your Cutest Cat photo by following these Guidelines. ...More...

What Are the Benefits of Cod Liver Oil for Cats?

Cod liver oil can be a very beneficial supplement for cats. The omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin A and vitamin D found in cod liver oil have many potential health benefits. There are also potential risks that pet owners should be aware of before adding any vitamin supplements to pet diets....More...

The Right Food to Feed Ragdoll Cats And Kittens

Cat food can be classified into dry, moist, and semi-moist foods. Each one has its advantages, and Ragdolls need various kinds of food at different stages. This article covers what to feed your cats and when....More...

2010 Tabby Cats Picture Gallery: Jedi

Tabby cats are almost as old as Mother Earth herself, and are the epitome of Catness in all its wonder and glory. Because Mother Earth comes alive in the Spring, when the earth is rich with promises of things to be, we celebrate tabby cats in our March Cat Picture Calendar You'll find dozens of...More...

How to Treat Raw Skin Problems in Cats

Acute moist dermatitis, commonly called a "hot spot," occurs most often on cats with long, thick coats. A hot spot erupts when something--like an insect bite, mange or excessive heat--irritates a cat's skin, and he begins to lick, bite, chew and scratch the irritation, causing the area to become eve...More...

Holistic Cat Food Makes For Happier Healthier Cats

Have you ever stopped for a minute and thought of what really goes into the making of your cats canned or kibble food? Did you know that a pet food manufacturer in China was recently found to be adding chemicals to their pet food that mimicked the presence of protein when the food was tested for thi...More...

What Happens to a Cat When it Has Seizures?

Cats with a seizure disorder can present alarming symptoms and appear to be in great distress. Naturally, this causes worried owners concern and apprehension. But Dr. Arnold Plotnik, a veterinarian with the Manhattan Cat Specialists Clinic in New York City, states that less than 3 percent of cats in...More...

Cat Health Problems

Cat health problems can crop up at any time. The illnesses that they suffer from are very similar to those that humans contract....More...

Care of a Hyperthyroid Cat

Hyperthyroid cats require special care upon diagnosis, and considerations of the alternative treatment plans available....More...

Cat Picture of the Week: Audrey

Every week this site honors a Cat Picture of the Week, which is posted on the main page each week as well as in this gallery. This gallery contains Cat Pictures of the Week for the year 2009, each chosen from cat pictures submitted for the many different picture albums on this site. I do not accept ...More...

The American Shorthair Cat As A Family Pet

While the American Shorthair cat is the most common domestic breed in the country, these loveable pets are anything but common. With a very sociable nature, they are affectionate and adaptable. They live well with other pets, including dogs, and are quite fond of children....More...

2010 Tuxedo Cats Picture Gallery: Prince

Tuxedo Cats were originally chosen to honor in the May cats photo calendar because they reminded me of the elegant attire worn to spring proms. Of course, females may also wear tuxedos. Ehjoy these photos of handsome tuxedo cats, then submit your own cat pictures. ...More...

What is the Vestibular Function?

The vestibular function controls balance and equilibrium in mammals. The vestibular function of the body processes sensory information and alerts the body to changes in movement via the central nervous system. Disorders of the vestibular function lead to vertigo, dizziness and other problems, causin...More...

Natural Cat Food - Pointers on Proper Feeding of Cats

A natural type of cat food is one that tries to imitate in the closest possible manner the wild diet of the animal. If one is knowledgeable enough on the animal, one will learn that wild cats obtain their food by hunting wild prey such as mice....More...

Cat Is Walking in Circles and Acting Disoriented

When a cat is walking in circles and acting disoriented, it can have several different causes. The reasons can range from physical trauma and tumors to a variety of health disorders. Most of the time, this type of behavior can be life threatening and calls for immediate action....More...

Morris' Million Cats Rescue Photo Gallery

I had the pleasure of interviewing Randy Jackson about the inauguration of the second annual Morris' Million Cat Rescue from 9 Lives, home of the famous Morris, a several months-long effort that Jackson joined last year. I'm pleased to present my interview, including the latest news about ...More...