Cat Rescue Englewood Florida Puffy Paws cat rescue in Florida

Puffy Paws Kitty Haven rescues special needs cats

Puffy Paws serves a unique need as a hospice for special needs kitties

Englewood, Florida's "World's Greatest Cathouse", Puffy Paws Kitty Haven, embraces a new mission this month. Puffy Paws Kitty Haven is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, no-kill cat hospice specializing in providing quality and loving care to special needs cats. Co-founder of Puffy Paws Kitty Haven, Rick Kingston, explains, "We care for kitties with feline leukemia & FIV, blind kitties, feral cats, epileptic kitties, kitties with only one eye, 20 year old kitties, kitties that do not use their litter box, kitties with thyroid conditions - basically unwanted and unadoptable kitties that would be euthanized elsewhere."

Puffy Paws Kitty Haven's mission is to provide hospice care for special needs cats. Puffy Paws Kitty Haven will provide quality healthcare, food, water, shelter and most of all, love to all the cats in its care until their lives naturally end.

Since 2006 Puffy Paws has embraced both adoptable and special needs kitties, but due to the large number of unclaimed adoptable cats ( 268 total now) and mounting costs for caring for the animals, the struggling cat haven has chosen to retire its kitty adoption program and focus on only special needs cats that are not served by other animal rescue organizations in Southwest Florida.

As a no kill cat haven, Puffy Paws serves a unique need as a hospice for special needs kitties who will never be able to be adopted. At Puffy Paws, these special kitties can live out their days cared for and loved by Rick and his wife Chrissy Kingston in their residential home..

Puffy Paws is currently retiring their adoptable cat program, however, there are still over 125 adoptable cats ready to find their "fur-ever" home that need to be placed with families in the next 6 months. For more information on adopting or sponsoring one of these kitties, please visit their website.

Puffy Paws is always in need of donations to help care for the kitties. Kitty supplies, especially medicines such as cat dewormer and 4-in-1 vaccines are especially needed. Puffy Paws is also currently looking for volunteer vet techs to come in a couple hours a week to keep the kitties in optimal heath.

Crucial Petting Strategies For Cats

All cats are obviously not the same similar to every other animal or human. Regardless, I can tell you that most cats will enjoy my petting method and petting strategies to the fullest. The most important thing to know before anything is your one on one bond with your cat or in a simpler form trust. If your cat doesn't trust you or feels comfortable around you that would be your biggest problem. For the trustworthy relationships I have some crucial tips and tricks for you to follow the next time your cat needs attention.

Ironic as this sounds I grew up having no interest in cats let alone didn't really even like them. As a child my personal experiences with cats were never good for me because I never could understand them and having such a passion for dogs at the time I didn't realize how extravagant these creatures really were. As I started growing up around the age of 18 at Christmas time I had an unknown kitten living in my garage and my dad that didn't accept this continually tried to drive it away but it didn't ever seem to leave. Well after a week of trying to flee the kitten away it would just start hanging out by our backdoor of our house. As this became a daily thing for us my dad finally found it in his heart to let this poor little creature live at our place until we could find it a new home. Unfortunately, we kind of put it off because of our busy lives and we decided that this kitten is now our new pet. Long story short I feel like our new pet was blessed because of the pride this cat had and never gave up. He now is spoiled completely and is one of the most important things in my dad's life.

With all this being said I started learning a lot about cats and their behavior. Which led me to creating my petting strategies. The two favorite spots a cat likes to be scratched is on their forehead and between the ears for instance my cat will approach me using his head to throw up my hand telling me what he wants. Also scratching under the chin and along the throat can be just as effective especially when you do it right after the forehead and ears. Keep in mind always pet a cat in the direction of its fur and be careful of the sensitive spot above the tail. Depending on the cat they may like to be petted there but some do not so find out if your does. Also, be aware of too much petting, your cat could nip at you letting you know it's too much or too hard. If you happen to walk by your cat in the house I recommend to bend down and pet him or her, they seem to enjoy the acknowledgment and care you show. Never force your cat to do anything that the number one wrong thing to do, cats extremely dislike being pushed or forced. You have let your cat want to cuddle with you or any other task you are trying to achieve. The calmer you are the better off you are cats get spooked very easily and have keen senses so never be too aggressive. If you pick up your cat make sure to always use two hands and place your hands one under the chest and the other under his or her back legs. You will know when you have created this special bond with your cat by the end trust me. Once you have acquired this relationship put the icing on the cake with cat products for your cat. Owning cat beds and cat toys can really influence your cat's sense of importance to you.

These petting strategies may seem basic to some but you try these methods and your bond will literally change before your eyes. You may even get a little irritated at your cat for demanding too much attention, it's a good thing.
My name is Quinn Devlin owner of Silex Web Enterprises Inc. and I currently sell cat products and am looking forward to start selling all types of pet products. I thank you all for reviewing my article and hope you took it into consideration. Take a look at our online cat store at http://www.freehomecattraining.blogspot.in/ for quality products to help boost your relationship with your cat.

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Quinn Devlin

Cat Rescue Englewood Florida Puffy Paws cat rescue in Florida

Puffy Paws Kitty Haven rescues special needs cats

Puffy Paws serves a unique need as a hospice for special needs kitties

Englewood, Florida's "World's Greatest Cathouse", Puffy Paws Kitty Haven, embraces a new mission this month. Puffy Paws Kitty Haven is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, no-kill cat hospice specializing in providing quality and loving care to special needs cats. Co-founder of Puffy Paws Kitty Haven, Rick Kingston, explains, "We care for kitties with feline leukemia & FIV, blind kitties, feral cats, epileptic kitties, kitties with only one eye, 20 year old kitties, kitties that do not use their litter box, kitties with thyroid conditions - basically unwanted and unadoptable kitties that would be euthanized elsewhere."

Puffy Paws Kitty Haven's mission is to provide hospice care for special needs cats. Puffy Paws Kitty Haven will provide quality healthcare, food, water, shelter and most of all, love to all the cats in its care until their lives naturally end.

Since 2006 Puffy Paws has embraced both adoptable and special needs kitties, but due to the large number of unclaimed adoptable cats ( 268 total now) and mounting costs for caring for the animals, the struggling cat haven has chosen to retire its kitty adoption program and focus on only special needs cats that are not served by other animal rescue organizations in Southwest Florida.

As a no kill cat haven, Puffy Paws serves a unique need as a hospice for special needs kitties who will never be able to be adopted. At Puffy Paws, these special kitties can live out their days cared for and loved by Rick and his wife Chrissy Kingston in their residential home..

Puffy Paws is currently retiring their adoptable cat program, however, there are still over 125 adoptable cats ready to find their "fur-ever" home that need to be placed with families in the next 6 months. For more information on adopting or sponsoring one of these kitties, please visit their website.

Puffy Paws is always in need of donations to help care for the kitties. Kitty supplies, especially medicines such as cat dewormer and 4-in-1 vaccines are especially needed. Puffy Paws is also currently looking for volunteer vet techs to come in a couple hours a week to keep the kitties in optimal heath.

Kitten Health - A 7-Point Check on How to Select a Healthy Kitten

You have taken considerable time making the decision to adopt a kitten. You have made an informed decision about choosing a cat breed and in anticipation of the new arrival, you have possibly even chosen a cat name. Give some thought on kitten health and how to select a well-adjusted, healthy kitten.

We suggest that you do thorough research on the cat breeder and ensure that they are reputable. Purchasing a kitten from a recognized and registered cat breeder will give you some measure of comfort.

If you elect to adopt a kitten from an animal shelter, you will still need to ensure that you are selecting a healthy kitten.

Rescuing a stray, is a very honorable thing to do, but it may not be ideal. The kitten (or cat) may be suffering from physical and cat behavior problems that may be costly to rectify. If you do have the time and financial means to tackle this, be sure to establish whether there are any cat health problems early on. Your local vet will help you here.

What to look for in a Healthy Kitten

The joy of a cute kitten. How can you tell it is a healthy kitten in a brief meeting. Simply put, a healthy kitten looks healthy - 'bright-eyed and bushy-tailed' - the kitten should be clean, well groomed and alert.

Point 1 - Skin and Coat Check

Ensure that the kitten has no skin lesions or skin diseases. Look for bald patches (unless it's a Sphynx), ringworm, sores, cat flea infestation, wounds or growths.

A healthy kitten should exclude all the above and instead, present with a clean, shiny, fluffy and well groomed coat.

Point 2 - Nose Check

If the kitten's nose has a discharge, crusts around the nostrils, nostrils are severely constricted or the kitten is sneezing or unable to breathe through the nose, it's indicative of a cat illness or congenital abnormality.

The nose should be dry to the touch, clear of all discharges and crusts and the nostrils open and well formed.

Point 3 - Mouth and Teeth Check

If the gums and mucous membranes are pale, inflamed and swollen and the cat or kitten has bad breath this could indicate ill health. If the kitten has just eaten, it will have 'cat food breath' which needs to be allowed for. Check for abnormalities such hair lip and cleft palette.

Gums and the inside of the mouth needs to be a healthy pink.

A kittens baby teeth should be clean, bright, white and needle sharp. Kittens have teeth from around 2 weeks and start they loosing their baby teeth at around 4 - 6 months. So do make allowance for this.

Point 4 - Eye Check

As you will not be adopting a newborn, the kitten's eyes should be open and the eyes need to be bright, clear and clean.

Dull, opaque eyes with a discharge or excessive tearing is indicative of a cat health problem. You will need to make some allowance for Persian kittens who may have excessive tearing as a result of their flat faces - establish what's normal.

To ensure that your cat has no problems with vision, check that it is able to focus on you and also able to follow a moving object like a piece of string or your finger.

Point 5 - Ear Check

If the kitten has excessive wax build up or debris resembling coffee grounds, it is indicative of ear mites. Excessive scratching or shaking of the head may also indicate ear mites. To test for hearing, click or make a sound to attract the kitten and monitor the response.

Point 6 - Anal Check

Check the area under the tail for any sign of recent diarrhea. The area should be dry and clean.

You may also want to identify whether you are adopting a male or female kitten.

Point 7 - General

Remove the kitten from the litter and see how it responds to you and observe for any physical abnormalities or difficulty in walking. If possible check to see that the kitten is of normal weight and has a healthy appetite. If the kitten appears happy, playful and responsive and all the above are normal, you should have a healthy kitten.

Take a look at the kitten's surroundings, are they hygienic with adequate supply of clean water, food, toys and clean bedding and litter boxes? Ask the current owner whether it would be possible to see both the parent cats. It may give an indication of temperament and characteristic of your cat in the future.

Finally, do not be in a rush. Request all relevant vaccination and de-worming certificates and in the case of a pedigree cat do ask whether the cat has been screened for any relevant inherited and genetic diseases and ask the breeder to provide the necessary documentation. A reputable cat breeder will provide a health guarantee!

As a responsible future cat owner, you can avoid future cat diseases, cat illnesses and you can ensure that cat health problems will not get in the way of a long and happy life with your new family addition.

Crucial Petting Strategies For Cats

All cats are obviously not the same similar to every other animal or human. Regardless, I can tell you that most cats will enjoy my petting method and petting strategies to the fullest. The most important thing to know before anything is your one on one bond with your cat or in a simpler form trust. If your cat doesn't trust you or feels comfortable around you that would be your biggest problem. For the trustworthy relationships I have some crucial tips and tricks for you to follow the next time your cat needs attention.

Ironic as this sounds I grew up having no interest in cats let alone didn't really even like them. As a child my personal experiences with cats were never good for me because I never could understand them and having such a passion for dogs at the time I didn't realize how extravagant these creatures really were. As I started growing up around the age of 18 at Christmas time I had an unknown kitten living in my garage and my dad that didn't accept this continually tried to drive it away but it didn't ever seem to leave. Well after a week of trying to flee the kitten away it would just start hanging out by our backdoor of our house. As this became a daily thing for us my dad finally found it in his heart to let this poor little creature live at our place until we could find it a new home. Unfortunately, we kind of put it off because of our busy lives and we decided that this kitten is now our new pet. Long story short I feel like our new pet was blessed because of the pride this cat had and never gave up. He now is spoiled completely and is one of the most important things in my dad's life.

With all this being said I started learning a lot about cats and their behavior. Which led me to creating my petting strategies. The two favorite spots a cat likes to be scratched is on their forehead and between the ears for instance my cat will approach me using his head to throw up my hand telling me what he wants. Also scratching under the chin and along the throat can be just as effective especially when you do it right after the forehead and ears. Keep in mind always pet a cat in the direction of its fur and be careful of the sensitive spot above the tail. Depending on the cat they may like to be petted there but some do not so find out if your does. Also, be aware of too much petting, your cat could nip at you letting you know it's too much or too hard. If you happen to walk by your cat in the house I recommend to bend down and pet him or her, they seem to enjoy the acknowledgment and care you show. Never force your cat to do anything that the number one wrong thing to do, cats extremely dislike being pushed or forced. You have let your cat want to cuddle with you or any other task you are trying to achieve. The calmer you are the better off you are cats get spooked very easily and have keen senses so never be too aggressive. If you pick up your cat make sure to always use two hands and place your hands one under the chest and the other under his or her back legs. You will know when you have created this special bond with your cat by the end trust me. Once you have acquired this relationship put the icing on the cake with cat products for your cat. Owning cat beds and cat toys can really influence your cat's sense of importance to you.

These petting strategies may seem basic to some but you try these methods and your bond will literally change before your eyes. You may even get a little irritated at your cat for demanding too much attention, it's a good thing.

Getting The Highest Quality Cat Beds

Cat are really active animals and from time to time they will need a few cat furniture in order to stay active even if they are staying at home. Popular cat supplies such as cat furniture include cat trees or perches, cat beds, cat condos, as well as scratching posts.

What to consider when buying cat furniture

Look at several considerations such as the need for cat furniture, how much you can spend, the size of your cat, and the various features that you want the cat furniture to have. For example, if you are looking for a cat bed, consider the size of your cat bed.

Cat trees are a very popular item under cat supplies that allow your cat to exercise its clawing and scratching skills, as well as keep it active even if your cat needs to stay indoors all the time. Cat trees can vary in height and they can be composed of various climbing levels, called perches, that your cat can climb on. Another variation is a cat condo, which comes with enclosures for cats that prefer enclosed spaces.

A cat house is another important type of cat furniture. This is perfect for an outdoor cat. This should be pleasing to the eye as well as strong and flexible since outdoor cats tend to be very fast and strong.

A cat bed is another important cat supply that you need to buy for your cat. When it comes to buying a cat bed, look into the size of the bed, the size of your cat, and the material that you want the bed to be made of. Most cat beds are made of soft fabric covering a soft layer of insulation material as well as a heat-absorbent lining. They also come in stylish designs so you won't have any problem placing the cat beds anywhere in the house.

Aside from cat furniture, other cat supplies you need to buy for your cat include cat grooming supplies and cat feeding supplies.
Dan Patterson is a well known expert in cat grooming supplies, cat toys, cat beds and almost all things cat-related. Be sure to follow up on his other articles for the best advice and information on how to get the best cat supplies.

By: 

Dan Patterson

The Important Stages in a Kitten's Life: How Fast Will Your Kitten Grow

Just like having a child, it can be incredibly fulfilling bringing a kitten into your family and watching it grow up. It takes only a year for your cute little kitten to mature into a cat. It can seem hard to believe but it will happen fast. Being prepared is the goal here. So what are the key milestones for a young cat?

The First Moments

Kittens are born blind and they are completely dependant on their mother. The first stages will involve learning to eat and then growing. The kitten's eyes will open and he will want to explore. At four weeks old, he is romping around shakily with his siblings. At this time he can begin to learn to use the litter box and should start to become a social animal. In the wild, the kitten's mother will start to supplement his diet with dead mice and other small pretty. But, you may want to give him some soft kitten food or some dry food that is softened a little with water.

Six Weeks

He's now six weeks old and he is more than ready to explore the home. If he's indoors, he will move from room to room. A feral kitten will follow his mother when she goes to hang out with the other cats. These cats will still receive mice from their mother, but they aren't dead anymore. Instead, the kitten has to learn to hunt the animal. Those who are eight weeks old will be completely weaned from their mother and are ready to go to a new home.

The Next Months

Through the next several months, the cats will grow really fast. You'll need to get them in to be vaccinated at this time so that they are healthy and strong. They will begin to learn what they have to do to live with their families and learn which behaviors are okay. You can teach your kitten his name as well as a few simple commands now. If the cat has long hair, make sure to get him used to allowing you to groom him, although the cat's coat doesn't need to be brushed just yet.

Sometimes, cats will suddenly develop a bad attitude. Believe it or not this is an adolescent stage for them. This happens when the cat goes from being a kitten into being a mature cat. Sounds just like children, right? This will happen around the fifth to six month and may last until the cat reaches a year old. They will still be playful but may get carried away to play too aggressively. If your cat is not neutered at six months of age, he will be mature enough to reproduce now. Neutering the cat will help this stage of his development go more smoothly. At six months, the cat looks the way he will look as an adult even though he may still become larger.

Adulthood

Just like humans, adult cats will continue to go through stages. But, these stages can be dealt with quite easily. And, unlike that mid life crisis you may have, the cat isn't likely to go out to purchase a sports car at this age!

If you take care of your kitten's health as he grows into an adult cat you will have a fulfilling relationship that will bring both you and the cat great satisfaction.

 Choosing a Cat Sitting Professional in Your Area

Cat owners know just how important it is to have their frisky feline cared for when they are away from home. A cat sitter offers an easy way to have your pet looked after when you have to go out of town for a few days or more. Cat sitters have plenty of duties in the care of your pet. They will feed your cat, change the water, clean the kitty litter box and keep your kitty company. The following provides some tips for choosing the best cat sitting professional in your area.

Check the Credentials

Before you pick any pet sitter, especially a cat sitter, you should always check the credentials of that individual or company. This can be done by researching their cat sitting company online or asking for references. When you have taken the time to check the credentials, you will then be able to rest easy with the knowledge that you did your proper research.

Inquire As To What They Offer

You also should inquire as to what they offer in the way of services. Some cat sitters will offer the bare minimum while others are certain to offer every service option imaginable. If you want the best for your pet while you are away you need to make sure that the pet provider will offer everything requested and more.

Ask About Updates While You Are Away

Some pet owners feel better leaving their cat with a cat sitter who will send them email updates or call the pet owner while they are away to give them progress updates. This way the pet owner knows just what their family pet is doing and how they are getting along without them.

Cat sitting professionals are readily available. By keeping the previously mentioned tips in mind you can enjoy your trip without worrying about how your pet is getting along.

 By: 

Queen Diana

Cat Furniture: Fun and Healthy

 

When I got my cats their first piece of cat furniture, years ago,it was a simple pole with three rather small platforms on it. They enjoyed it but it was rather limited. Cat furniture has come a long way since then and there are so many terrific styles to choose from now. They have so many added features, like attached toys, scratching posts, cubicles, and many other things, that they are truly wonderful .The addition of sisal scratching posts has been great because cats love sisal. I heard a long time ago that we use carpeted scratching posts for our cats, encourage them to scratch on it, and then get mad because they scratch the carpet on the floor. As smart as we think our cats are (and of course they really are that smart...haha) they don’t know the difference between the carpet on the post and the floor. Poor things are totally confused! The sisal however makes it clear what to scratch on and they like it much better. It makes their cat furniture so much more fun for them and so much easier on our carpets.

The fun that cats have playing on this furniture is a riot to watch. It’s honestly just as much fun for us and I have spent many hours just watching their antics on the cat towers and condos they have. I have noticed that some of my cats that were not exactly friends became very close after a good romp on the tower. They also like to claim their own level for napping and never seem to argue over it. It is very important for cats to know they have their own space, their own territory. They love to sleep with us on our beds and curl up on the couch, but once they know their cat furniture is just for them, they love that sense of it being all theirs. The taller towers, trees and condos are heaven for a cat. They can get up high and survey all that’s going on. I personally think they also enjoy being "above us" and who can blame them. When your that little and always have these tall humans looming over you, well...it must be nice to be taller for a change! The cubicles are a perfect place for them to get in, and still be able to see out, making them feel cozy and safe. The fun of cat furniture never ends.

The other benefit is very important, and one I didn’t really think about at first. Cat furniture keeps our pets healthier. The climbing, jumping and stretching keeps them not only limber, but helps to control their weight. I have had several slightly overweight cats that slimmed down noticeably after playing for a couple of weeks on their tower. I’ve tried putting them on diets,without much success, but the towers and condos worked much better. Like us, the more they move, the better. I think it helps so much for them to stay limber and might keep them from getting arthritic as they age. My older cats certainly seem to be more energetic than they used to be. I can’t say enough about the benefits of cat furniture. It’s not just for fun, but also for the health of your cat. There are so many styles, colors, sizes and options available now that you will be sure to find just the right one for your cat or cats.

  By:

 Sheila Bergquist

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Walking Your cat on a leash Review - Perfect Guide to train a cat to walk on a leash

1. Purchase the proper equipment. A cat’s neck is more delicate than a dog’s, so collars aren’t recommended. Instead purchase a comfortable, but sturdy harness and light-weight leash, no longer than 5 or 6 feet. Also make certain it may handle loops around your wrist. If danger threatens, you will want your cat near by to help you quickly pick him up.

2. Buy some reward food for your cat. It all goes toward persuading her to complete what you need.

3. Put the harness on the cat without the leash indoors. He's going to protest. He may fall over and refuse to budge, but don’t worry.

4. Offer your cat a goody and wait. Whenever your cat stands up and walks toward you, give her the treat. Don’t rush it. Your cat may do it immediately or it might take awhile. Leave the harness on for around 10 minutes at a time, 2 to 3 times each day.

5. When your cat feels safe with the harness, attach the leash. Let him walk around the house, dragging the leash, occasionally praising and rewarding him. Keep only at that during their visit until it looks like he's accepted the leash and harness.

6. Take a hold of the leash and move one step forward, gently tugging it. Be ready for your cat to protest and to try to pull away. Again use food as a reward. When the cat finally stacks up and walks along with you, give her food. Keep going with it until she consistently follows and heeds your tugs on the leash. After a couple of days you can phase out the food part.

7. Take your cat outside. Begin small in your yard or another secluded area, and only do it for short periods of time. Start with 5 minutes, 3 to 5 times per day, gradually increasing the time.

8. Gradually take your cat at night yard, increasing his contact with the sights, sounds and smells from the outdoors. Again take your time, however with time both you and your cat will be walking the street with little if any problems.

For some reason, it seems rather difficult for most people to perform, but you don't worry because there are more creative methods to do it.

It’s much like any other type of training. You'll need proper equipment, patience and a lot of positive reinforcement. Also because cats are, well, cats--highly intelligent, sensitive creatures--you can’t force the training. You are going to have to persuade your cat. Demonstrate to her what you want to complete and convince her to do that behavior.

Now, let’s discuss about Walking Your cat on a leash created by Danna Fox and how it might help you. I hope this simple Walking Your cat on a leash Review will aid you to differentiate whether Walking Your cat on a leash is Scam or perhaps a Genuine.

Realize that walking a cat isn't like walking a dog. Cats are sensitive to everything and can wish to stop and smell the roses. Follow his lead and enjoy the moment. And become careful with what neighborhood you select. Too much simulation can frighten your cat.

Outings in collar leash jackets for cats could be fun for that cats and you also. Just make sure the collar leash jackets are buckled securely, and allow the cats think they're walking you. The very best reinforcements to offer to your cat for optimal training.

Make sure to keep an eye out for dogs. Large dogs or those not in check could lunge for your cat, so be careful.

 By:

 Michael Review

How To Stop Your Cat Scratching The Furniture

If you have ever owned a cat, you are sure to know all about their claws and how they use them. Cats use their claws for traction, climbing, accelerating, moving, turning quickly, defending themselves and even for such mundane activities as cleaning up after using the litter box. It's part of their natural activity. Just watch a cat chase a toy in play and you'll see how they use their claws to grip, pull and rapidly change directions.

All cats routinely scratch at things with their front feet. The main reason is to sharpen the front claws and to help shed the old outer husk-like layers. Scratching also exercises and strengthens the muscles in their front paws. Your outdoor cat will often use a tree to scratch at, but if your cat is confined within the home, he will look for alternatives, like furniture or carpeted stairs, especially the vertical surfaces.

Get a Scratching Pole

If your cat is an indoor cat, you will need to provide a safe outlet for this behavior with some sort of scratching post. These are typically pads, posts or poles covered with carpet or made of compressed cardboard. They vary in price from a few dollars for a small scratch pad to elaborate "condo" units covered in carpet with built in toys that can run into the hundreds of dollars. They can also be made at home inexpensively from scraps of lumber and carpet remnants.

The key is to begin training your cat to scratch in the appropriate areas while they are young and you can begin this by rubbing some catnip where you want the cat to scratch. This is usually enough to start developing the habit.

If you have left it too late for this behavior training, or you have an new addition that may not have been properly trained, you will to be quick to catch your cat in the act of scratching your furniture. You then take your cat to its alternative scratching post or pad and reward its use with praise, plenty of affection and a few treats. This may take some time and effort, so a little patience will go a long way.

While in training, you can protect your furniture by using throws or sheets to deter your cat. You can also wrap specific areas with tin foil, sticky shelf paper like Mac-Tac or even use a natural repellent spray like citronella. Also, provide lots of toys and games to keep your cat from getting bored.

Just A Trim, Please

Trimming your cat’s claws regularly is another way to reduce the damage that a cat may do. However, you have to be very careful that you don't clip too far, into the 'quick' of the nail as it will cause bleeding and pain. The best time to do this is when your cat has developed a high level of trust with you and is very relaxed. It’s best with two people, one holding the cat, talking gently and being affectionate and the other clipping the nails quickly. If you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself, have your cat's claws trimmed at the groomers on a regular basis.

De-clawing a cat is highly discouraged as it is a serious surgical operation, and not a matter to be taken lightly. A cat without claws is at a big disadvantage when going about its daily life. He is likely to be clumsy and at risk of hurting himself or being unable to defend himself. Many Veterinarians will no longer perform this procedure as it often results in aggressive behaviors once performed.

Many people think that you cannot train a cat and this is simply not true. With some time and a little patience, most cats will quickly learn whatever behavior you are trying to instill. Using these tips, you will be able to enjoy your cat and your furniture without worry.

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 Smart Tips On How To Get Rid Of Cat Fleas

Fleas can make your pet miserable. Itching and hair loss are some of the common indications of an infestation of the cat flea, a common pest. To successfully get rid of them, it is important to treat your entire home as well as the pet to prevent re-infestation.

Keep in mind that cat fleas are commonly found on dogs too. They will also bite humans, especially in the ankle areas, but cannot infest them. Understanding the life cycle of the flea is important to successfully treating your pet and ridding them your home.

An adult flea lays its eggs on your pet. As the eggs dry, they drop off, settling into your furniture and carpets. As they hatch into the larval stage, they survive on organic matter and the fecal matter of the adult flea, which contains the blood the adults have ingested. In essence, the adult fleas provide food for their young by feeding on you and your pets.

Eventually, the larvae spin cocoons where they will stay as pupae until they change into fleas. When the juvenile fleas sense the presence of a host, they emerge from the cocoon and jump onto the host within seconds, and begin feeding within a few minutes. Knowing this, it is easy to appreciate how hard it can be to break their life cycle and stop them from infesting your home and animals.

If you notice your pet scratching furiously and suspect fleas may be the culprit, there is an easy way you can check. Get a paper towel slightly wet and place your pet over top of it. Brush the pet's fur, letting fur and pet dander fall onto the paper towel. If dark spots are visible, and turn red, it could be the blood in flea feces as it dissolves. By visiting your vet, flea presence can be confirmed.

Once you know for sure, begin treating your pet and home. Carefully read all instructions and warnings on the product label as some can be dangerous if improperly used or administered to the wrong type of animal. Some chemicals can affect people and are unsafe for use around fish tanks. Be sure to follow all directions.

Treat all areas your pet spends time in. This includes your vehicle and yard. Vacuuming thoroughly before using treatments can force fleas to emerge from their cocoons, ensuring you eradicate as many as possible. Always empty and clean your vacuum after use, and get rid of bags immediately, sealing them in plastic bags and disposing of them away from you home.

With persistence and vigilance, you can have success in ridding your pet and home of fleas. Sometimes a repeat treatment is necessary to ensure complete eradication. Breaking the flea life cycle is imperative to ensuring they are no longer a problem for your pet and in your home.

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Shawn Zindren