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Precautions for Deworming Your Cat
To deworm, first know how cats get parasites. Deworming is key to health, especially for newborns. Here are the precautions.
Six Common Cat-Feeding Mistakes
Raising a cat is like raising a child; correct feeding keeps it healthy. Here are 6 mistakes new owners make—see if you're guilty.
Is Spaying/Neutering Pets Helping Them
Is spaying/neutering pets helping them? Why do people not neuter themselves but force pets? Many like to discuss pet neutering from a 'humanity' angle, but can't take responsibility for their pets. Whether neutering helps them — perhaps read on and you'll be clearer.
Why Dogs Gain Weight After Neutering
Many owners find their cat or dog's figure goes off after neutering; the original graceful body becomes chubby. Although cute, do you prefer their original look?
What to Do When Your Cat Bites or Scratches You
Cats are carnivores, and biting and tearing are their nature. After leaving the mother cat (and siblings), they instinctively seek 'hunting' targets to learn predatory behavior, and inadvertently using your hands to tease them can lead the cat to treat your hands as prey or play objects.
What Is Feline Folliculitis (Black Chin) in Cats?
If your cat has 'black chin,' don't worry—it is usually caused by long-term buildup of overly oily cat food, which triggers endocrine imbalance and leads to folliculitis, commonly known as 'black chin.' Let's look at how to effectively prevent and treat it.
Stud Tail in Cats: Symptoms and Treatment
Stud tail, also called tail gland hyperplasia, is a seborrheic (oil-secreting) disorder. Its incidence is linked to factors such as being unneutered, male cats, and breed (e.g., Himalayan, Persian, Siamese). It is caused by excessive proliferation and shedding of surface cells and overproduction of dander and keratin.
How to Get Rid of Cat Chin Acne (Black Chin)
How can you prevent a cat's black chin (chin acne)?
The ‘Innocent’ Male Cat: How Male and Female Cats Differ in Heat
Your male kitten won't go into heat on his own - he's passively triggered. The bad behaviors (mood swings, howling, spraying, even running off) are caused by a female's sex pheromones. Read on to understand why.
A New Owner’s Guide to Preparing for a Cat
Bringing a kitten home is joyful but troublesome early, so learn and prepare before serving your cat. Cats are sensitive; the author suggests a kitten over two months for beginners - one eating kibble and eliminating alone. Found/adopted newborns need experienced owners or pro advice.