People who spend their time with their feline friends know just how curious a cat can be. The average housecat has explored every inch of her home at one point or another. This means that hazards around the house can be hard to hide from your pet. In fact, some may be right in plain site within your home, but you simply haven’t recognized them yet.

There are many houseplants that can harm your cat if she decides to check them out a bit. A few of these houseplants are aloe vera, lilies, poinsettias, and tulip bulbs. While these may be common in homes across the country, they are not safe for your cat to ingest. Each will present its own issues to your pet. If your pet does come into contact with one of these plants, seek medical attention.

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An anxious pet can put any pet owner on edge. If your cat becomes nervous when you head to the vet’s office, you are likely to become stressed about the event as well. Since visits to your local Southside vet clinic aren’t something you should skip, it’s best to make the most of the situation. Try offering a special toy to your cat while in his carrier to take his mind off where he’s headed. If possible, stay with your cat during the apppointment. There is nothing in your vet’s office that will provide your cat with as much comfort as your presence will. Also, since your cat will likely sense your mood, try not to get stressed about your cat’s view of the visit. Staying positive can help your pet calm his nerves by showing him that there is nothing to worry about. To read more, please click here.

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Like other animals, felines show various types of behavior, some of which can easily be understood while others continue to be studied by animal behaviorists. If you have a cat, you may have surely come across specific cat behaviors that may be hard to decipher.

One distinct behavior associated with cats is “purring”. Many theories are constantly advanced in an attempt to define and interpret this unique vibrating sound.

Very young kittens already purr; the behavior is said to be acquired from their mother who purrs to comfort her kittens. Mother cats also purr to calm her litter and avoid attracting potential predators.

There are different types of purr. A healthy cat gives off a different purr compared to a sick cat, which seems to make the sound as an effort to sooth himself.

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Bombay cats are popular for looking like miniature panthers. These short-haired black felines are named after Bombay, a city in India, which is also known as the land of the black leopard.

Bombay kittens are not really that remarkable and won’t warrant a second look, especially if you are not aware of their breed. However, as they turn 4 months old, their black hair coat take on a lustrous satin-like shine and their eye color becomes a stunning gold.

Being social creatures, they love to be around people, especially ones they are familiar with. These black cats are very affectionate and make great pets for families with children.

Bombay cats are said to be a result of crossing a Burmese cat and a black American Shorthair. The breed was created during the late 1950s by an American cat breeder, Nikki Horner; and accepted by the Cat Fancier&rs ... Read more »