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How Long Do Cats Live

A healthy, strong American shorthair cat can love about 20 years. Not all cats will make the dual decade mark. Diet, exercise, whether the cat lives inside, outside, or a combination of both, physical attentiveness, and heredity all play a role in the life expectancy of just about any cat. » more

Should I Get Two Cats

Sometimes I feel guilty because my furry friend at home doesn’t seem to be getting enough of my time and attention. Someone recommended that I get another cat, someone to keep him company when I can’t give him the attention he deserves. » more

What You Need to Know About Adopting a Kitten

So, to avoid getting off on the wrong foot with the little guy, make sure you at least have a litter tray, litter, cat food and some little toys to make him or her feel at home immediately. Trust us, you’ll be thankful you did when you don’t have to wash the carpet for the umpteenth time! » more

Buying Cat Supplies

The basics for any living creature after shelter is food and water. So the first set of supplies you will want to purchase for your cat is a bag of cat food and two bowls—one for water and the other for dry food. You may also want to purchase an additional bowl or dish for wet food, otherwise known as canned cat food. » more

Diets for Diabetic Cats

This nutrient information is NOT the result of third-party testing of current “runs” of these foods produced by those companies. In fact, the information provided by pet food manufacturers is often years-old and hardly representative of the food you are planning to purchase at the supermarket or pet food warehouse today. » more

Hairballs and Cats

The signs of hairballs can vary in severity depending on the cat and degree of blockage. Early signs can include a poor appetite, depression and lethargy. A dry cough and frequent retching, especially after meals, as well as small spots of yellow bile on the floor or carpet, are evidence of unsuccessful attempts to void the hairball. » more

Plants that are Toxic to Cats

Some kitties can end up playing endlessly with plants on the dangerous list for a lifetime. In fact, there was a time that most people really had no awareness of potential dangers looming in the garden or on the window sill. » more

Cat Vomiting

Most cases of acute vomiting (i.e. the vomiting has been present for less than 2-3 days) resolve readily with simple treatment without the underlying cause being diagnosed. Severe or chronic vomiting is more serious. It can lead to secondary problems, particularly dehydration and disturbances in the levels of electrolytes, especially sodium. It is important to investigate such cases to identify the underlying cause to provide effective treatment. » more

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