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Turtle Turtle Care & Grooming

Information about Slider Turtle | How to Take Care Of ThatInformation about Slider Turtle | How to Take Care Of That

Care Of a Slider Turtle There are several types of slider turtles and one of the common types of the turtle is the red-eared slider. You often see slider turtle piled up in small tanks at homes. These turtles are mostly found in lakes, streams, ponds, marshes and slow-moving rivers with muddy bottoms. The ideal water temperature for turtle is 75 to 82° C and basking temperature is 85° C. The slider is quite admired as a pet but they require the same amount of care as all other turtles do. Keep in mind that they can grow up to 11 inches in length, therefore your tank should be spacious enough. They require lots of space to swim and rest. A tank of the turtle should contain plenty of small rocks in the bottom so that your turtle can dig in, as they love doing it. Care of a slider is essential if you want it to survive long.

british-shorthai

Cat Cat Breeds

British Shorthair Cat Or European Shorthair Cat Breed TemperamentsBritish Shorthair Cat Or European Shorthair Cat Breed Temperaments

The British Shorthair or European Shorthair is probably the oldest English breed and one whose ancestors came to Europe and Britain with the Roman soldiers. The Romans used these cats to protect their food supplies from rodents and as companions. The British and European Shorthair cats are identical and the name just reflects where you live. In Britain and North America we refer to them as British Shorthairs or Brits. The founder of the British cat fancy, Harrison Weir, is largely responsible for turning the domestic British cat into a recognized breed. He organized the first cat fancy show in 1871 which was dominated by the British Shorthairs. However by the turn of the century the Persians began to dominate and by the Second World War the British Shorthairs were in short supply. Some cross-breeding to Persians was introduced to save the breed and some hint of the Persian can still be seen in the Brit’s head shape.

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Cat Cat Breeds

Buying a Cat | Find out Which Cat is Best for You?Buying a Cat | Find out Which Cat is Best for You?

Buying a Cat – Are You Ready? So, you’ve decided that you want to have a pet cat. However, before you buying a cat, you may need to consider a few important things. After all, finding out that a cat is not for you after you’ve already grown attached can be heartbreaking. The main reason that people have to find their cats new homes is that they are allergic to cats. If you’ve never spent much time around cats, be sure you can spend a few hours in a home with cats without developing an allergy attack. Also, check with friends and family to be sure none of them are highly allergic. Next, you may want to consider your lifestyle. Although most cats need less interaction than dogs, your cat can still become lonely and bored if left alone all day. A bored cat is often a bad cat. If you work long hours, consider getting two kittens so that they can keep each other company.

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Cat Cat Breeds

Bombay Cat Breed: Characteristics, Temperament, Cat CareBombay Cat Breed: Characteristics, Temperament, Cat Care

The Bombay cat is an attractive shorthair hybrid breed with a shiny black coat and copper eyes. The Bombay was developed in the US by Burmese breeders trying to improve their cats’ color and body type. Against the rules of the day, they out-crossed their Burmese to black American Shorthairs and produced some attractive cats. In 1953, a Kentucky breeder named Nikki Horner set out to produce a mini panther. The black leopard of India inspired the choice of the name “Bombay”. She began breeding champion Burmese with champion black American Shorthairs and through a careful breeding and outcrossing program developed the Bombay cat breed. Because the black gene is dominant the Bombays bred true. The Bombay finally achieved the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) championship status in 1976. Outcrossings are still being made to the Burmese in order to maintain the body type. Cat size Medium Exercise Docile – requires little exercise Grooming Minimal grooming –

cat-allergy

Cat Health Uncategorized

Cat Allergy- Everything You Need To KnowCat Allergy- Everything You Need To Know

For cat lovers, the most awful situation is when they contract cat allergy. You are extremely fond of your pussy and adore it a lot. However, you have realized that with the cat around, you are having a tough time in terms of your physical health. Cat allergies are common and can range from being mild to the sever ones. This is one of the most foremost reasons that it becomes very necessary to take special care, while around these felines. Nonetheless, you will be happy to know that by taking necessary precautions, you can avoid being inflicted with the allergy. To know more about the symptoms of cat allergy and ways to avoid it, browse through the following lines. Symptoms of Cat Allergy Coughing and wheezing Hives or rashes on the chest region and face Red, itchy eyes Redness of the skin, where a cat has scratched, bitten, or licked you Runny, itchy, stuffy nose Sneezing Clogged and ringing ears Ways to Avoid Cat Allergy Bathe your cat once a month,

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Cat Cat Health

Cat Toad Poisoning – Symptoms, Remedies & TreatmentCat Toad Poisoning – Symptoms, Remedies & Treatment

Cat toad poisoning, Bufo toads are slow-moving creatures and a cat may pick one up in its mouth. The wart-like salivary glands on the back of the toad’s neck release a poison that after being rapidly absorbed through the cat’s mouth and stomach lining causes heart irregularities. Within minutes, the cat will shake its head, salivate profusely, and become uncoordinated. Breathing and heart rates become rapid. Collapse, convulsions, and death can occur within fifteen minutes. Cat Toad Poisoning Home Remedies Wash out your cat’s mouth with a hose immediately if you see that contact has been made with a Bubo toad. Be sure not to tilt the head all the way in the air as you do so, or water may go down the cat’s breathing tubes. See your veterinarian immediately. Cat Toad Poisoning Treatment Intravenous drugs will be administered to correct the heart irregularities. If you have already rinsed out the cat’s mouth yourself and have managed to get the cat to the veterinarian quickly,

cat-vomiting

Cat Cat Care & Grooming Cat Health

Cuts on a Cat – Treatment, Home Remedies & PrecautionsCuts on a Cat – Treatment, Home Remedies & Precautions

Cuts on A Cat or Bleeding even small amounts frightens many pet owners, but the blood’s remarkable clotting mechanism stops most bleeding in five minutes. When a small blood vessel is injured, it constricts (narrows) to allow less blood to escape. Platelets, which are blood cells, arrive at the scene to plug the hole, and chemicals released by the platelets combine with factors in the blood to produce fiber like strands called fibrin, which complete the bloodclot and stop the bleeding. Sometimes the injury to the blood vessel is too large for the clotting mechanism to be effective. Apply direct pressure to the wound for five or ten minutes and allow the clotting mechanism to work; that’s usually all that is needed. Use the cleanest material available gauze pads, sheets, towels, or clothing. A pre s-sure bandage can be applied for sustained pressure. If these measures are un-successful, a tourniquet is needed. Cuts on a Cat Home Remedies Clean the wound with soap and water after the bleeding stops.

cat-vomiting

Cat Cat Health

Hypokalemic Polymyopathy Syndrome – Causes & TreatmentHypokalemic Polymyopathy Syndrome – Causes & Treatment

Sudden onset of muscle weakness, an inability to lift the head, a reluctance or inability to stand or walk, and a crouched posture may occur in cats that develop low blood potassium. Such problems characterize Hypokalemic Polymyopathy Syndrome, commonly known as general muscle disease. If treated promptly with potassium (blood potassium should be monitored), affected cats make a full, remarkable recovery. It seems that a small percentage of cats excrete excessive amounts of potassium in the urine and are susceptible to this syndrome. Cat-food manufacturers, especially those producing low magnesium diets are now supplementing their products with extra potassium so that the occurrence of this disease may be avoided. Causes of Hypokalemic Polymyopathy Syndrome Low intake of dietary potassium resulting to insufficient potassium levels in certain commercial provisions has been linked to the episodic outbreaks of this disease. In addition, potassium urinary loss may be worsened by some diets. Such diets are acidified to lessen growth of crystalluria and urolithiasis.

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Cat Cat Breeds

Best Egyptian Mau Cat Guide – Characteristics & TemperamentsBest Egyptian Mau Cat Guide – Characteristics & Temperaments

The spotted Egyptian Mau Cat is the only natural breed of pedigreed spotted domestic cat and is arguably descended from the sacred cats of Egypt. Egyptian Maus bear a strong resemblance to spotted cats depicted in wall-paintings found in the temples of Thebes which were built on the Nile around 1400 B.C. An earlier tomb at Thebes, dated about 1750 B.C. contained an earthenware statuette of a spotted cat. The Egyptian Book of the Dead dated around 1100 B.C., contains spells that will guarantee a safe passage to the afterlife and also includes papyrus pictures of spotted cats. The Maus of this period were probably descended from the African wild cat. They were later domesticated, cherished as pets, worshipped as gods and mummified after their death. The origins of the Mau breed can be traced back to almost 3,500 years ago. The modern Mau (actually mau is the Egyptian word for cat) is a common domesticated breed in North Africa and can be found in the streets of Cairo.