Cats have been famous for hunting mice and rats for as long as cats and people have been together. As strange as it may seem to some people, cats are not born knowing how to hunt. It is a skill they learn from watching their mothers. If the mother cat is a good hunter, then her kittens will learn to be good hunters. Interestingly, kittens seem to learn the best from their mothers. They do not seem to learn as well or as quickly from watching other adult cats. [Read more…]
The Importance of Understanding Your Cat
Are you a new cat owner? If so, there will come a point in time when your cat becomes “just like one of the kids.” However, until that time arrives, it is up to you to understand your cat and the small signals that he or she may be sharing with you. [Read more…]
Is Your Cat Ready for Toilet Training? Here’s 5 Ways You Can Tell
At the end of a long day, who wants to sift through a messy litter box? Certainly not me. Up until now, the litter-box has been a necessary evil, a small price to pay for our beloved companions. But not anymore. In fact, there’s an underground alternative designed for those of us who are ready to kick the litter habit: toilet training your cat.
Sounds complicated, right? Not at all. Although far from mainstream, cat toilet training is gaining momentum and cat owners across the country are beginning to embrace the trend. But before you toss that box in the trash, there’s a few ways to tell if your cat is ready to take the leap into a litter-free lifestyle. Think Fluffy has what it takes? Read on. [Read more…]
The Importance of Pet Vaccinations
When you were a child you had to have vaccinations at certain points in your life such as measles, tetanus, and other shots. This is important for your pets as well. We will specifically look at dog vaccinations, as they are a very common pet to have. Keep in mind that some of these shots are required for cats as well. [Read more…]
Trivia and Facts
Some Interesting General Trivia and Facts About Pet Cats
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Cats are one of, if not the most, popular pet in the world.
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There are over 500 million domestic cats in the world.
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Cats and humans have been associated for nearly 10000 years.
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Cats conserve energy by sleeping for an average of 13 to 14 hours a day.
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Cats have flexible bodies and teeth adapted for hunting small animals such as mice and rats.
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A group of cats is called a clowder, a male cat is called a tom, a female cat is called a molly or queen while young cats are called kittens.
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Domestic cats usually weigh around 4 kilograms (8 lb 13 oz) to 5 kilograms (11 lb 0 oz).
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The heaviest domestic cat on record is 21.297 kilograms (46 lb 15.2 oz).
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Cats can be lethal hunters and very sneaky, when they walk their back paws step almost exactly in the same place as the front paws did beforehand, this keeps noise to a minimum and limits visible tracks.
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Cats have powerful night vision, allowing them to see at light levels six times lower than what a human needs in order to see.
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Cats also have excellent hearing and a powerful sense of smell.
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Older cats can at times act aggressively towards kittens.
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Domestic cats love to play, this is especially true with kittens who love to chase toys and play fight. Play fighting among kittens may be a way for them to practice and learn skills for hunting and fighting.
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On average cats live for around 12 to 15 years.
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Cats spend a large amount of time licking their coats to keep them clean.
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Feral cats are often seen as pests and threats to native animals.
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