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cat??????? im thinking about getting a cat, i already have one thats kinda pertective but hes fat and doenst like to move alot. if i keep his food and water and liter in my room away from my other cats (his is in the basement) do you think that this could work out? without them fighting all the time?

How do Cats and Dogs know which is cat food and which is dog food? I have 2 cats and three dogs. One night, I ran out of cat food (the dry type) and my cats were hungry. So since I had dog food only and the shops were closed, I gave them dog kibbles. They're more or less of the same shape and size and are made of the same ingredients - chicken. My cats took a nibble and refused the rest of the bowl, preferring to go hungry than eat dog food. The next day, i got them a fresh pack of made-for-cats kibbles and they immediately dived in and ate up. How come my cats knew what I gave them wasn't cat food? I also know of dogs that won't eat cat food for the long run (not mine though, cos they're pigs and will eat anything). It would be good if a pet food manufacturer can answer this question. Is there some special ingredient you put in cat and dog food that makes cats and dogs know which kibbles is who's? Also, nowadays, dogs are eating fish too - like salmon. You can't say it's the ingredient. How come they know the difference?

How do I get my cat to eat wet cat food instead of dry cat food? I have heard that dry cat food is bad for your cats health. My cat loves dry cat food and only eats a small amount of the wet cat food. I used to give her dry food in the mornings but now I have started to give her wet cat food as that would be the time when she is the most hungry. This morning she woke me up meowing becuase she was hungry and I fed her one of those small tins of cat food and she only ate half. An hour later she still didn't finish it. I gave her a small pile of dry cat food and she ran straight over and ate it. I don't think it is enough food for her to be eating only one small tin of cat food a day (half in the morning, half at night). She is already small and although her weight is okay, she really doesn't need to be any thinner.

Are some cats never able to tolerate a second cat in the home? I have tried twice to bring a second cat into the home. My 9 year old cat, Katy will become depressed and urinate on shoes and throw rugs every time. I end up finding a home for the second cat and after a week or so Katy returns to her old self, using litter box and wanting affection. My question is, are there some cats that will never tolerate another cat in the home?

How do I stop other cats using my cat's catflap? I have a timid female cat and recently put a cat flap in. Unfortunately other cats are now coming in. I have chased cats out and they haven't come back, but one cat in particular just will not get the hint. I once even cornered him and poured a jug of water on him but he's been back. Are there any tried and tested (humane!) ways of getting rid of the unwanted cats?

How to bring a new cat into a house with existing cats? I have 4 cats and tonight I'm going to get another cat (not kitten) from a friend who can't keep the cat. Does anyone have good suggestions for getting the cats used to each other quickly? How can I convince my existing cats to get along with the new cat?

How can my cat be pregnant when the only animal its around is my pet opossum? Could this be a sign of the end of times? Is it possible that my cats pregancy is mentione in revelations? Does it say anywhere in there anything about a strange birth from a cat? Also my cat is a virgin too so does that make the unborn kitten one of Gods litter? Please someone explain this to me? Is this Kitten here to atone for our sins? This kitten is born of a virgin cat unless the possum was able to get my cat preggy. MY CAT HAS NEVER BEEN OUTDOORS

What would cause a cat to develop bumps on their skin? My black cat, Shadow (6years) has recently developed these itchy bumps all over his body. I know it is not fleas. My other cat, Shmokey (9 years) doesn't have a thing wrong with his skin. I have given Shadow a few baths in some really good shampoo for cats. The bumps always heal, but new ones appear soon after. I recently bought this cube like structure designed for cats. My guess is that he is perhaps allergic to the material. He is the only cat that sleeps in it. Any ideas what it could be?

How long can a cat survive without treatment? A cat that belongs to someone I know is exhibiting all the signs of a urinary tract infection (blood in urine, straining to go, going outside the box, etc.) and obviously needs to be seen by a vet. However, the cat's owner doesn't have the time or the money to take the cat to the vet immediately. They are planning on doing it "some time" next week. 1. How long can a cat go without treatment? 2. Should I just take the cat to the vet myself and pay for treatment? It is a male cat, 4 years old, and he's been experiencing the symptoms for almost 3 days.

How often at a shelter do you find a cat without cat flu? Mum says she would never adopt a cat with cat flu? Most cats at the shelter would have cat flu if I'm not mistaken as they spend heaps of time with other cats, epecially when there with penned with 7 other different cats It would be virtually impossible to find a shelter cat the didn't have cat flu? Right or Wrong? Cats are vacciented at our shelters for cat flu and other disease, but although does reduce the chances of a cat getting sick, does not guarantee the cat will not get sick.

What brand of cat food is best for overweight cats? I have 2 cats. They are both overweight. We feed them Purina Naturals or something like that. We want the best, dry cat food designed specifically for overweight cats. They are adults, 5 and 9 years old. We feed them 1/3 of a cup twice a day, once in the morning, and once at night. We give them snacks throughout the day as well. I think we are feeding them too much. What do you think? •How much food do they need each day? •And how many times to they need to be fed that amount?

How much canned cat food should I feed my cats? I have two cats. One is a year old, the other seems to be two. I was wondering how much cat food they should get a day. (It is canned cat food) I understand how the weight thing should work, but until I can find a accurate scale I've gotta go by holding-the-cat-and-guessing. We had dry food, I don't know if we'll get it. Besides, I didn't ask about what wet food causes, I asked about how much they should be getting.

Can cat diseases be transfered to my house cat if i touched a stray cat? I think the cat might have been sick or something because it lost patches of fur. I forgot to wash my hands after and then i pet my cat. I didnt touch either my house cat or the stray cat's saliva, so i don't think i can give my cat rabies. But can other diseases be transfered by touch? this was only a few days ago, and my cat isn't showing symptoms. if i take him to the vet then what can he do?

How can I teach my cat to drive a vacuum cleaner? Like in that youtube video where a cat drives? I want to teach my cat how to drive a vacuum cleaner like in the youtube video. I dont kno if that is a special vacuum cleaner for cats but the cat is definately steering the vacuum cleaner about in circles and stuff. It looks so cute i want my cat to do that too. How do I do this?

How do you train a cat to use a cat flap? I've had my cat for ages now. She's never used a cat flap before and we're thinking of getting her one. How do you train a cat to use a cat flap? By the way, my cat's like 8 or 9 years old. Does it make any difference to what age the cat is when you train her to use a cat flap? Thanks in advance!

How would I introduce to adult cats into the home with my cat? My Aunt is moving and needs someone to have her cats, I already have 1 cat who we took on from a neighbour. How would I go about introducing the cats to her would she run off/get jealous or fight with them? Also how long would I have to keep her cats in before they can go outside?

What are cats doing when they press on another cat's stomach? I think it's similar to what cat's do to people sometimes, but they do it to the stomach of other cats. What does it mean?

How many cat treats should I give my cat each day? My cat Chili is 5 yrs old. She really likes temptations cat treats. They are really bite sized, and I give her about 6 to 10 in total throughout the day. The instructions say give them a treat "anytime", which does not tell you how many is too much in one day.

Cat health question: How can spraying aerosol spray in a cats face affect the cat? On Easter Sunday my Grandma sprayed febreeze directly into the cat's face. The next day he was showing signs of illness. Today he was admitted into the animal hospital for liver problems. The cat is 9 years old. Could it have been the spray or just coincendental?

How do you get rid of a cat that started to come around a house? on my Christian family home? They already has a stray cat they adopted (does not have a name), and now they have another cat started to come around. They were talking about shooing him/her off with a BB gun. I jokingly said they should and they told me they have talked about it! I doubt they will hurt this poor cat, but I see their point, they do not want another cat, and this cat is eating away their cat food.

What do I do when my cat has accidentally received more than 1 flea treatment within a 30 day period? Five days ago, I gave my cat a liquid flea treatment (the kind administered to the back of the neck). Today, while someone was cat-sitting for me, they informed me that they had also given my cat a flea treatment of the same kind. What should I do for my cat? I can't reach a vet as it is after hours and all offices are closed. I can't bathe the cat as she is deathly afraid of water and will attack. What can I do?

Why does my cat get so jealous of other cats? I have two cats. My girl hates the boy and hisses at him constantly. And she is always fighting with the cat upstairs. I have heard of cats who are friendly and cuddle with each other but I have never had a cat like that. Is my cat just a b*tch? She is very friendly with me.

How can I get my cat to get in a carrier? Every summer when it's time to take my cat for his annual check-up at the vet, I have an extremely difficult time getting him to go into the cat carrier. He is a very large cat and puts up quite a fight. I try to lure him with cat treats but it doesn't trick him. (The vet's office requires that I bring him in a carrier). Any suggestions?

How do you introduce 1 adult cat to a home that already has 2 adult cats? I just moved into a home with my adult cat - the home already has two adult cats. The two cats and my cat are not getting along and are hissing and growling at eachother all the time. The two cats don't like my cat and my cat doesn't like them. Will they ever get along, will they learn to live with eachother? Is it safe to let them roam free while i'm out or should i separate them. Any tips or advice will be EXTREMELY appreciated.

How do I get my cat to loose weight, and the others to stay where they are? I have three cats. Two are brother and sister orange kitties and the other isn't related (she's black and white) . The one who is not related is really obese. The cats are half indoor half outdoor (they like to play outside for a few hours but stay inside most). The black and white cat doesn't really run or exercise a lot. if she's inside she will lay in one spot the entire day. We feed the cats in one room because sometimes one of them will be left outside and we don't want to forget to feed that one. The two orange cats will eat a little bit of their food and run off. The black and white cat will eat all of her food and then the other cats' leftovers. I'm not sure what I can do to help the overweight loose weight. The vet hasn't really reccomended anything.

What cat breed is generally the most friendly? I have two cats that I rescued from shelters (shorthair mix and siamese mix). I love them both to pieces, but they're both incredibly mean. They bite and scratch and hiss at everything and they HATE to be picked up. I'm thinking about getting another cat (like from a cat breeder this time) and I want to get a friendly cat that likes to be held. Any suggestions? No, I don't think that a cat has to come from a breeder to be friendly. I just wanted to try something different. I've met some cats from shelters that are really sweet.

How do a cat’s teeth help the cat catch mice? Cats’ teeth are large and help the cat catch large animals. Cats’ teeth are sharp and help the cat keep a secure hold on its prey. Cats’ teeth are white and attract mice. Cats’ teeth are not visible to mice at night.

What type of cat Breed has a large muscular build with very large nose and eyes? We just adopted a new cat, and he is very large and has the hugest set of eyes and nose I have ever seen on a domestic at. This cat is huge and muscular. I know he is not a purebred, but figured he must be a mix of a very large cat breed, and couldnt find anything with his facial build on the internet. Any ideas?

What cat food is best for a cat that vomits everything she eats? We adopted a cat that was a stray. I bought her some cheap dry cat food. After a week she started throwing it up and won't eat it any more. She will eat soft cat food but is still throwing up. What should I feed her? I tried mixing rice in her soft food but that didn't work.

How can I tell if my cat is narcoleptic? My cat wants to sleep all the time. It will be pounching one minute and then lay down and go to sleep a few minutes later. All it wants to do is sleep. Sometimes while awake the cat will glare nervously at the ceiling fan. The cat will run from the room and hide if we turn the ceiling fan on, but will come back after it bas been running for a while. It will then leave if we shut it off and hide. The cat doesn't like other people and will stay in hiding if we have company until about a hour after everyone leaves. I often find the cat sleeping in wierd places (bottom of the stairs, infront of the door, on a window seat, under the bed next to the heater) and in wierd positions (on its side like a dog, on its back with all four paws in the air, etc). Sometimes the cat will sit and stare at the wall. Is my cat just being a cat or does it have some kind of mental disorder?

Will a cat with a chronic upper respitory infection give their illness to another cat? My family adopted a cat about two years ago. She has a chronic upper respitory infection. We are considering getting a second cat, but we are worried that the new cat will catch our old cat's illness?

Is all clumping cat litter potentially harmful to cats? So, I heard cats can sometimes ingest clumping cat litter and this can cause impactions in their lungs. Is this true for all clumping cat litter or only non-natural clumping cat litter like scoop away? Like does the world's best cat litter pose this same risk to cats or not since its made of corn?

How to introduce a cat to a new baby? I am about to have my first child and I want to make sure that my cat is introduced properly to her. What is the best way to go about introducing them before my baby is here? What about once there are both living together? The cat is a 3 year old cat who sometimes lives outside. I know he doesn't like dogs very much who have come to visit. We are having a home birth but the cat won't be here for it. He will be returning after the baby is born.

What cat will be best to get when I already have a cat? I can get a cat. But I need help. I need to find a cat that will be best for the cat I already have. My cat I have now is 16 months old, indoor cat, no cat buddies yet, male, and fixed. Which cat would he best get along with and what would just be a good match? Cat or Kitten? Male or female? Indoor or outdoor? Help! My cat I also got from the pound. He got along with those cats fine!

How to train a cat to be less territorial? I have an indoor cat, Max, who is almost four years old. I recently took up volunteering at my local animal shelter and I would like to be a foster parent to cats (maybe even dogs) in the shelter. Max is very VERY territorial and does not like any other animals (my cousin's dog who we watch a lot, my friend's cats who visit, etc.) Is there any way to train him to be nicer? Will I never be able to foster other animals while I still have Max?

Can a cat give birth on two different days? My cat had kittens Mon night, 5 one was a still born, so there were 4, ok I know this sounds crazy but, I came home from school today, and there were 5 kittens! Can a cat give birth on two different days?

How can I test if my Male cat would like a female friend? My cat loves people but I work 40 hours a week and would like to get him a friend. I'm pretty sure he hates all Male cats. When the Neighbors male cat comes to the sliding glass door my cat attacks the glass trying to get at the other cat. But I think he might be ok and even like a Female cat. But how do I test this? I would hate to have to take a cat back to the pound. I got him from the humane society at 5 years old, declawed in front. For all I know he has always been an only cat and likes it that way. But I feel bad when he is home alone. Yes I would only get another declawed cat. Already declawed that is. I would not have that done to a cat but if I can find one that needs a home then thats great. Yes he is fixed and any cat I would get would be fixed as well.

How do you get an angry cat into a cat carrier? I'm trying to put a friend's cat into the cat carrier but every time I get near the cat, she hisses, growls or swats at me. What should I do?

When does cat calming collar start taking effect, and does it actually work? I bought a calming collar for my 6 mo cat. I was wondering when does it kick in? and if it actually calms the cat down enough? (less meowing, less anxiety. etc)

How long is my cat going to live and how much should he weigh? Hello, my cat is around 9 years of age (we don't know exactly because we lost the birth certificate) he's healthy, happy,playful,expert at jumping and hunting. My cat goes outside but he only goes on my patio(its not like he wonders around the whole neighborhood) and what he does is, he hunts down lizard's. But he's only out their for a good 10 minutes. So now that I gave you some detail on my cat tell me how long will he live? Oh and how much should he weigh I herd that's a big factor.

Cat allergies, buying a home from pet owner, trying to clean the carpets? Does anybody have any recommendations on the best way to clean carpets that have been affected by cats? My fiancee is allergic to cats and we are buying a home from a cat owner. We want to have the place professionally cleaned but don't know the best cleaning service to get for this matter. Any recommendations?

How can I keep my outside cat off my car? I live on a small farm. It is nice to have a few cats for the barn. 2 of my cats stay off of the cars, and I have never had any problems with them. My sister-in-laws Aunt gave me a cat because she could not keep her anymore. Ever since I have cat tracks all over my car.. I can't stand it any more.

I'm thinking of getting a cat. How can I avoid stinky cat smell and scratched up sofas? I have seen two mice in my apt over the past week. I'm thinking of getting a cat to help with the problem. My friend has a cat and her house always reeks of stinky litter box and cat hairs all over the furniture. Also I have leather sofas. I do not want the cat to scratch p my furniture. How can I get a cat and not have to deal with more problems than I already have. Also I worry about cat food possibly attracting more vermin. Can anyone give me any suggestions?

What to do about cat not properly weaned? This is going to sound weird. I have an 8 month old female cat who keeps "sucking" on a 4 year old neutered MALE cat. The older cat seems as though he is in pain after the "nursing" has subsided. I'm concerned that this may also mean that the younger cat has severe mental problems. I'm assuming that this behavior is an effect of the cat not being properly weaned. What can I do, or does anyone suggest something that can be put on the older cat's nipples to stop this from recurring?

What precautions should I take before getting a 3rd cat? I have 2 healthy indoor cats. I want to get a 3rd cat from a shelter. 1. Which vaccinations should I give my current cats before getting the new cat? 2. How long should I wait after vaccinating my current cats before getting the new cat? 3. Should I test the cat TWICE for feline leukemia before I introduce it to my other cats? Or is ONE test good enough? I ask because if the new cat recently caught leukemia, it will not show up on the test yet.

How can I add a cat to a family of five dogs? We have five outside dogs, and want an inside/outside cat. Does anyone have suggestions on how to get a new cat used to five dogs? Should we get an adult cat or kitten? For any of you who have both cats and dogs, what is the cat to dog ratio and how did you make it work without the dogs killing the cat?

Can cat owners train their cats to stay at home? Some people don't want cats in their yard, so they rent cat traps or may try other less humane methods.

Should I start feeding my cat food formulated for senior cats? Hello, I have a 7 year old, neutered male cat. Should I start feeding him senior formulated cat food? I also have a 4 year old female. She would be too young to eat senior food. I free feed them by putting their daily amount of food in their bowls and leaving it out all day. So, would it make a difference if I feed him senior food? He will probably snack on her food, and she on his. Thank you.

I recently purchased a cat from Russia and have been having problems? I bought a cat from Russia and now I am having a communication problem. I guess it only speaks Russian because whenever I ask it if its hungry it doesn't reply. I asked my other cats to talk to it but they don't know Russian either. Does anybody know where I can find local Russian cat translators? I don't know what this cat needs and the language barrier is putting distress throughout my family of cats. I am a 23 year old dude with a cat family and nobody seems to take this problem seriously. This language barrier is causing turmoil within my kitty family.

How to get rid of cat smell in house? We just got two kittens, and we already have a cat. The cat goes outside, but because the kittens don't know the area, we want to keep them in for now. The entire room they are in smells like cat poo and pee, along with the surrounding halls. I don't know what to do. Any home remedies/products will do, I just don't want my house smelling like crap! I don't want to get rid of the cats.

How often do i feed my elderly indoor cat wet food? I have fed my cat dry cat food all his life, he is an indoor cat and health if a little over weight. He is now 13 years old and starting to have trouble with hairballs and puking in my room. I want to switch him to healthier canned indoor cat food for old cats. He has always been able to eat whenever and how much he wants with the open food bucket but now i closed the dry food. My question is how often do i feed him a day from the canned food?

How can I help my cat adjust to the new cats? 4 months ago I adopted 2 cats from the local animal rescue and the cat that has lived here for about 4 years has still not adjusted to these 2 new cats or the 2 addtional ones I adopted 2 months ago. The first cat took refuge downstairs in my rec-room on the coach and will only leave that spot to eat and use the litter box(usually) sometimes I find pee/poop on the coach. I have tried everything from keeping them separated to keeping them in the same room. When any of the 4 new cats(2 are still kittens) go near her she just screams bloody murder. Will she ever adjust or should I consider something else?

How much food does a cat need to eat in one day? I know all cats are different. But I have just adopted another cat. He is absolutely gorgous. I have another cat too. My other cat eats about 5 pouches of food a day with some biscuits sprinkled on top, so I am feeding my new cat the same too. But my new cat just want's to eat all the time. Do you think I should feed him any more than I am already feeding him. Or is he just a bit greedy? Thank you all so much.

What cat food is good for indoor senior cat with a sensitive stomach? My cat, who is 18 years old, has recently developed quite the sensitive stomach. He has an upset tummy nearly every day, & I think it's probably his food. I'm trying to find one that fits all 3 qualifications, but I can't seem to find a cat food for senior and sensitive stomach. He's been eating Iams indoor senior formula, and I'm considering switching him to Nutro Senior, because it says it's easy to digest. Has anyone else used Nutro, or have any suggestions for a good brand of senior sensitive stomach food?

How can you get a cat do get along with a dog? I got a new cat today and he is 2 years old. And I have a 5 year old dog. The dog has been around cats a lot but we haven't had a cat in like 4 months but at first the dog chased the cat. But now the dog is trying to be friendly but the cat keeps growling and hissing at it when it gets close. Well the cat has never ever been around dogs so how can I make them be more friendly with out them killing each other?

My cat is getting aggressive torwards another one of my cats? My cat Tigger has been hissing and clawing at my other cat Bonnie.They are both fixed.Why is this? It's been going on for the last couple weeks.

How do you get a cat to stop biting? Our cat is 6 months old. He loves attention, He rubs his body on my leg but when i go to pick him up to pet him, he tries to bite. Also we have a 12 year old Lab/Retriever cross and the cat wont stop trying to chew on the dogs legs. Everytime the cat tries to bite our dogs legs, our dog gets up and moves but the cat follows. Sometimes the dog barks at the cat to stop but he wont. How do we get our cat to stop chewing and biting?? He has Loads of toys to play with but prefers to chew away.

For true cat lovers only: How much would you pay for a cat sitter? For those of you who are devoted cat owners, would you pay someone that is professional, insured and bonded, to visit your cat daily while you are away on vacation? What would you expect from the cat sitter and what would you consider a reasonable rate?

What determines whether a cat should be an indoors or an outdoors cat? My cat is an indoors cat. I bought him when he was a baby and was already an indoor cat, and I don't seeing him being an outdoor cat. What do you think?

What is the healthiest canned cat food you can get from a regular grocery store? I know you can get great gourmet ones from a pet store, but if I were to just walk in Publix or any grocery store, what kind of cat food is the best? I have EVO for my cat, but the other day it was too late to go to the pet store, so I went to the grocery store and got her Fancy Feast and she LOVED it... is it the healthiest best one for a cat to eat?

How to make an outdoor cat into an indoor cat? We have a one year old cat who goes outside most of the time. He constantly injures himself outside, so how can we make him an indoor cat? We try to just keep him insside, but he constantly meows at the door and our father then lets him outside. What should we do to keep him inside? He isn't really a complete outdoor cat, he goes in and out as he pleases.

What premium canned cat food is best for my cat? It seems that my cat has been getting soft stools off and on for awhile now, but also gets normal ones too. So I guess i'm going to stick to one brand of premium wet food and stay away from store bought and human food treats. So since there are a ton of brands out there, what ones could you guys recommend that would be best for my kittie's sensitive digestive system? By premium, I mean Innova, California Natural,etc. I did take my cat to her vet, and she gave her medicine. But she told me to feed her soft food only.

How do cats react when you get a new cat? we have 2 cats and we want a third. who would have more problems with the new kitten, the dominent cat or the cat who's second in line?

How do I get my cat to stop killing birds? I have a cat that keeps getting outside even though we try not to let her out. The problem is that our cat likes to hunt birds. We have two cats and our outdoor cat is fine. But our indoor cat seems to feel she has to leave presents for us at our front doorstep. This morning, I had to dispose of 3 more dead birds. With my work schedule, I'm not home much, and I'm sick and tired of cleaning up dead birds on my front doorstep. She doesn't even eat them, she's just killing them! Anyone else get their cat to stop this behavior? When you have your hands full of items when you go in and out of the house, it's not always possible to grab a small cat that can run between your legs.

When cats do not get along with another inside cat, and they are threaten, they pee on my bed. What meds work? Both cats are healthy, no problems. Litter boxes, (3) are kept clean, and are in private places. This only happens when the inside/outside cat is inside . She is very dominate and bossy.

What are some good warrior cat names for a cat that is white with ginger patches ? Oh yeah and also a black and white cat. Oh yes and extra credit for anyone who can think of any for a cream colored cat. I just got my cats, and i know I already asked for warriors names but None of them fit these cats. WHAT I MEAN BY WARRIOR NAMES ARE WARRIOR NAMES FROM THE ERIN HUNTER SERIES. The ginger and white is a she-cat the black and white is a tom, and the cream is a she cat.

Does your cat eat the sauce first and walkaway to come back later to eat? One of my cats does this, and then the second cat goes to the sauce lickers food bowl and eats it. So, I always have one hungry cat later in the day.

What sort of territory does the average house cat have outside, and what do cats do when they roam? I have two indoor cats, and although they seem perfectly happy in my three-bedroom house, I was wondering about how it compares to the space they'd have to roam in if they were allowed outside and whether they'd be significantly more active there than inside. Does anyone have any idea how large the roaming territory of domesticated cats is, or how much they actually do roam? Does it depend on the territories of other neighborhood cats, geographical markers such as roads and creeks, the gender of the cat, or the cat's personality? And what do cats do when they're wandering around the neighborhood?

How can I get my cat to like other cats? My cat, Rocket, is the happiest and sweetest cat that I've ever met. She purrs all the time and loves being cuddled and held, but there's one problem: while she's so loving and happy with people, she hates other cats. She will turn nearly feral towards them. Is there any way to get her used to other cats, so she can at least be in the same room as them?

How are cat treats different than dry cat food? What would make them different? Same size, same flavors (Chicken Delight, Ocean Fish, Whisker-Lickin' Tuna), same texture... My cat acts like it's Christmas when I open the Feline Greenies bag, though. Does he just *think* it's something better because he gets it less frequently than the cat food, which is available regularly? Or is it really different?

How can I get my cat to get along with my kitten? I have a 7 year old cat, Toby, who is sort of aggresive towards other cats and territorial, although he was neutered when he was young. I have a 4 month old kitten that we lately introduced, and Toby will attack her if she gets close to him. They see eachother all the time, and ive done the room method, with only visual contact, but the kitten keeps on trying to bother him from curiousity and keeps on getting scratched. Help? PS: They are both indoor and outdoor cats.

How do I get my cat to use his litterbox? I've tried throwing my cat into his litterbox but he sits there and walks out of it. I'm not sure what kinda cat he is, but he has black fur and yellow eyes. I think he's a Burmese, but I'm not positive. The cat litter he's using is Special Kitty.

How do I stop a cat from attacking our cats? We have a cat who has been hanging around the neighborhood. It has been attacking our cat. It has frightened our cat sooooo much she refuses to go outside for more than 5 minutes. What can we do? We have already called hte humain society and htey said we need to catch the cat ourselves, but how? PLease Please PLease help!!!

Can I feed my 13 week old kitten cat food that is labeled for both cats and kittens? My 13 week old kitten won't eat kitten food. We've tried wet, moist and dry. The only few brands of cat food he will eat is labeled for cats and kittens. The fat content isn't as high as in the kitten food but I don't know how to get him to eat the kitten food. Is this ok since it is labeled for both cats and kittens?

How to introduce a new cat to the old cat? Hello!! I have a bengal cat at home that is 2 years old. I just got a savannah cat yesterday, but the cats have been hissing at eachother through the cat cage carrier. However, they haven't exactly "met" eachother yet. I'm planning on letting them meet tomarrow for the first time, but how do i do this without any bad things happening? Both of them have there claws cut.

What are some cat breeds that get along well with other pets? I am getting a kitten in a few months, but I want one that won't be miserable with my other animals. I have a hyper Sheltie dog, and a Calico x Tabby cat (she's smaller). I'd like a cat (preferably male, and that makes a bit of a difference because some males don't get along well with other cats) that can get along well with other animals, one that won't mind a hyper dog or another cat. Any suggestions? Thank you in advanced.

What kind of cat is the best mouse hunter? I have mice. Dammit. I need a cat. I'm going to go to the shelter tomorrow, but I was wondering if anyone knew anything about the best kind of cat to get. Like what breed, age, size, sex? I'm not sure if any of that makes a difference, but if you have any comments on the subject I'd appreciate it!

Is it safe to give a cat an all natural product made for cats with 13% Alcohol? Someone in my family bought an all natural liquid made to calm a cat's nervous system when they travel. I just looked at the ingreditnts and it has 13% Alcohol! I just felt sick about it! I want to burn the darned liquid!!! The person who bought it says it won't hurt them and would be better for them when they are traveling. I don't think its safe! Does anyone have any facts or articles about the effects of Alcohol on cats? Thank you.

Can old cats eventually get used to a cat flap? We had to get new glass fitted in our back door. At the same time we got the man to fit a cat flap. My cats are terrified of the thing having not had to use one before. How can I get them used to it. I've tried the trick of enticing them with a treat, but that don't work. Anyone got any other ideas? Thanks everyone. You've all been very helpful.

How much cat food should cats who are almost a year old be eating? I have two kittens who are a year old in a few weeks. I also have a fifteen-year old cat. I give them about a half a can of wet food three times a day, and keep their bowl full of dry to eat when they want. Is this too much? One of them is starting to get a little chubby, but is not really fat or obese.

What is the best tasting canned cat food for picky cats? I'm looking for a good quality canned cat food for my cats. I have tried Natural Choice and Natural Balance and my cats don't seem to care for either. Any ideas? I'm looking for something with quality ingredients and no by-products so please don't tell me Friskies or 9 Lives.

How do I keep our cat from scratching itself? My wifes cat has literally scratched its entire neck raw. It started with a little spot and just got worse. Yes we have taken it to the vet (twice) it has gotten antibiotics and those help as long as the cat doesn't scratch itself. My wife even made some socks for it to wear but the cat eventually gets them off and then its back to square one. Its not allergies. We just need to keep her from scratching long enough for its neck to heal. Any suggestions? The vet said th the the area is to big for a cone so that isn't an option.

How can I get my cat into a cat basket for a trip to the doctor? My cat will not allow me to get him into a cat transporter for a trip to the doctor's office. I thought of drugging him, but I'm afraid to do that for fear he may not wake up. Because of this he has not had all his shots to be current. I need help on how to proceed on this question.

is there a medication you can give your cats to reduce human cat allerigies? I heard there was a spray that you can put in the cats food that will help with human cat allgeries. My wife is very algeric to cats and I don't want to get rid rid of her or the cats.

How to move one cat into a house with another cat? I'm moving into my sisters house and she just got a kitten (I think 1 year old now ) and its an indoor cat. Well I have an indoor cat too and its moving in with us. I really don't know how my cat will take the move, he hasnt seen a different cat in so long im worried. I'm sure my sister's cat will do just fine tho. Anyways, does anyone have any tips to move my cat into the new house and for him to be calm and adapt safely and relaxed?

What’s your cat’s favourite way to exercise? From running laps around the lounge room to climbing trees, every cat has a favourite (and sometime unorthodox) active pursuit. How does your cat get her exercise?

How can you tell if a cat appreciates you? How can you tell if a cat really appreciates and loves you? Because it seems that some cats seem to look as if using us for their survival. If a cat were to escape of loneliness, would it come back home?

How do I make a new cat get used to my new home? I've already have 2 female cats and a week ago, this stray cat came by and started to stay on my balcony. My mom was eager to take the cat in and we decided to clean him up and give him all the necessary shots. Its been a day and a half that we put him in this dog cage and fed him and he seems pretty scared. Hes able to sleep and eat normally but is there any tips or suggestions that I can make this cat comforting?

How do I get my cat to eat a new brand of food? I've been feeding her science diet food for about a year now and I just found out that apparently it's crap food. I asked questions on here so I decided my solution would be Blue Buffalo. I can't mix the Blue Buffalo food with the science diet because the stupid company changed their food (which my cat refuses to eat) and I ran out of the kind that my cat is used to. So how do I get my cat to eat the new food? She hasn't eaten much lately.

What kind of cat would be the best companion for a stupid, easily scared, spayed female? She's a very sweet lap-cat, but took a long time to warm up to me -- and is still afraid of pretty much everyone else. In the foster home I got her from, she sat on a high shelf near the ceiling, avoiding the other cats. Is there a type of cat she could be friends with? Or do you think her personality dooms her to being an only-cat?

How do you keep a cat from attacking a puppy? I have a 5 and a half week old puppy, a 3 year old dog and a year old cat. The older dog and the cat get along OK but the cat wants to "play" with the puppy by attacking her. He grabs her and kicks with his back claws. We had his front claws taken out (He is strictly an indoor cat, I am allergic to his claws), but the vet refused to remove the back claws. I have been scolding the cat for playing with the puppy this way and the puppy even does her little growl at him. Does any one have any suggestions?

My cat seems very territorial to new cat. Will it ever work? I got a new cat about 6 months ago from humane society. She is a de-clawed cat that is very agresive to other cats. It was assumed that other cats have probley picked on her, and she was defenseless. I decided recently that I wanted another cat, so I picked up another de-clawed female in hopes that it would at some point allow my current cat to eventually like other cats. My new cats first day was like W.W.W. III. She was very shanken and showed a huge amount of agression, not only with the new cat, but also with me...probley because of new cat smell. I have since split them up in differnt rooms, and switched them back in forth in hopes that they will adjust. Just putting my old cat in the new cats room is a challenge itself. I was told when I adopted 1st cat that she did not like other cats. Did I make a mistake? I dont support de-clawing cats. Just happend to adopt one.

How do I get my cat to drop weight and stop begging for food? I recently moved from an apartment where my cat had another cat friend to play with. I would feed my cat one bowl in the morning and the other cat got feed at midnight and was fed an obscene amount of food. So now my cat bangs on my door and cries all night long to be fed. She probably weighs 19-20 pounds. I need to get her weight down and for her to stop begging. She will lay by her bowl and meow and chase you around the house. I dont give in, I still feed her in the morning, but I am now losing sleep because of it. Any Suggestions? I just started feeding her all organic food. So I am hoping that will help. I give her a 1/4 of a cup of food at 630am. From the replies (that are all great) Im thinking that at dinner i should give her another 1/4 cup. In response to the green beans... how does her digestion react to suddenly getting fed human food? And do you think any of the crying has to do with suddenly being the only cat in the house... Do cats have enough memory to realize her other cat friend is not around? Yes I am and have only ever fed her dry food. I thought that the wet food was more fattening. She has not been to the vet in two years, should i schedule an appointment for her to get a check up?

How can I stop a cat hanging around? and how can I treat a bite from a cat? My cat has recently been ganged up on by another cat in my area. He is constantly around our house starting fights with her. She's a small cat and she's had a few nasty bites these last few months. Usually after she gets bitten there's a $300 vet bill to pay... What could I do to stop this other cat hanging around? Or if there's nothing I can do, what kind of antiseptic cream could I put on the bite to stop it getting infected (that wont hurt her if she licks it off)? I've been told she may be on heat, but this fighting has got to stop. My cat has recently been ganged up on by another cat in my area. He is constantly around our house starting fights with her. She's a small cat and she's had a few nasty bites these last few months. Usually after she gets bitten there's a $300 vet bill to pay... What could I do to stop this other cat hanging around? Or if there's nothing I can do, what kind of antiseptic cream could I put on the bite to stop it getting infected (that wont hurt her if she licks it off)? I've been told she may be on heat, but this fighting has got to stop. 1. She has been spayed. 2. The male cat is not feral, he belongs to a nice lady down the road 3. This cat is NOT an inside cat. No way, not ever. You try having her in for one night. She has a cat door to wander in and out downstairs but the other cat has learnt to follow her in. I'm not keeping her inside. At all. Not an option. She's psycho at night.

What is your experience with bringing a new cat into the home? Did your other cat or cats freak out and hiss at them? How long did it take for your cat or cats to get used to the new cat.

How do I get my cat to paint a picture? I've seen pictures and books of cats painting, and I have a pretty smart cat that I'd like to let try it. Has anyone done this with their cat? If so, do you have any pointers?

How do I get my cat and dog to get along? I just adopted a Cat recently from the Broken Arrow shelter. She'll be 3 in June. My dog just turned 4 in January. I've had cats before, and they've gotten along fine with my dog. But this cat will not chill out. She's not declawed and she's smacked the dog around a few times. He keeps his distance but if he even walks by her she hisses non-stop and swipes him a few times. It's been nearly a month since I've gotten the cat, will she ever get along with the dog?

How can I get my cat out from under the bed? My cat is freaked out because I tried to put her in a box to take her to the vet. She has been hiding under my bed for numerous days now (she actually has gone into a hole up in the box spring). I've tried cat food & cat-nip but she wont come out for anything. Any ideas?

How can I get my current cat to accept a new cat in the home? Both are females. Both are spayed. The first cat has been here for about a month or so. The other one arrived today. Both are about 7 months old. The new cat is in my room with the door closed. Any suggestions as to how this is gonna go or what I should do next?

How do i know a cat is pregnant and how do i catch that cat? Around a couple weeks ago i went out to my backyard and found my male cat bagging another female cat (I hope :D). Recently i thought about the weird event(BTW i always wanted a litter of kittens) and the following question stuck to my mind. How do i know a cat is pregnant and how do i catch that cat?

What Kind of cat do you get if you breed a common brown and black tabby with a ginger cat? I've read that the most common type of cat is the brown and black tabby cat and that it has the most dominant genes. I was just wondering what happens when you breed it with a different type of cat; spicifically a ginger one. If possible give references...

How long is the longest cat tail that you have seen? My cat [Mr. Sophie] has a tail that is now 14 inches long and he is around 8 months old. I have heard that specific cats have long tails, but my cat is just a plain black cat, so i was just wondering what other people have noticed in their or other cats.

How to solve the problem of other cats battering open cat flap and stealing my cats food? Hi We've got a Staywell magnetic cat flap with a magnetic collar for our cat. The problem we've got is that other cats are battering open her cat flap (even when we lock it) and stealing her food! We scare them off when we catch them doing it, but they come back when we're out. Does any know where I can get a food bowl which only opens to a specific magnet? Or a way of discouraging these violent kitties? Thank you

What is the best cat litter with the least amount of odor? My mother has a cat that she will have to give up, because she is moving in with my sister. My sister is very allergic to cat litter, and is unable to let Moms cat come and stay with her. Please help with any advise!

How should I integrate my male cat and my boyfriend's 2 female cats when we move in? My boyfriend and I are going to be moving in together and I have a 2 yr old neutered male cat. He has 2 spaded female cats(they are sisters) that are 1 1/2 yrs old. I have brought them together before but my cat seemed very threatened and even tried to swat at them. The females seem fine around other animals especially dogs. I'm just worried because I don't want my male to hurt the females.

How long does it take for an old cat to get used to a new cat? Hi, I just got a new cat and I have introduced him to my old cat on several occasions but it seems my old cat doesn't like him because she consistently growls and hisses at him, while all he does is meow and try to approach her. How can i get the old cat to like the new one? And how long will it take?

cat.......? does anyone have a picture of a 5-6 pound cat? i am trying to get a picture of the size.. thank you! =]

What is normal cat behavior after a cat has a cystotomy? My cat had surgery 2 days ago and they removed 30 stones from his bladder, but he is still acting like he is blocked. Is this normal after that kind of surgery? I've called both the emergency vet and my regular vet and they basically say it could be normal or he could be blocked again. Doesn't help much!

How to get a new male cat stop attacking an existing female cat? My new roomate brought her new male cat. I have a female cat at home. The new cat immediately tried to chase my cat away. I need advice how to make this transition smooth and what to do to so these two cats get along. Male also sprays, is there any way to stop spraying? Thank you

What is the best cat food for my cat available in Canada? I have been feeding my cat Iams, then switched to Whiskas. I've now found out how terrible both those foods are for my cat especially Whiskas. Does anyone know of a good cat food available in Canada, Quebec? It would also be nice if it wasen't too pricey.

What is the best cat food for a cat with stomache problems? I have a young female cat that has a very sensitive stomach, so it is hard to find a consistent cat food that she will eat. She will try all the brands I have gotten, but if she throws it up she wont eat it any more. She has no trouble with wet food though, but I have 4 other cats and would like to keep the kinds of food I get to 2 kinds(dry that is), that I can keep out all day and I know that they will all be able to eat it.

Is it okay to lock a cat in a single room? Our 12yr old female cat urinates all over the house. Usualy in the same few spots. She hardly ever uses the litter box, and this has been going on for quite some time now. The cat is an inside/outside cat It is not a super friendly cat. What do I need to provide for the cat in the room to make it feel comfortable? Will it ever urinate in the litter box?

How do I socialize a new cat with an old dog? I'm fostering an adult cat in my house but I also have an adult dog. I know the adult dog doesn't get along well with other (usually male) dogs, but he's never been around a cat before. I want the adult dog and adult cat to get to know each other, but I don't want them to kill each other. The adult cat is pretty tame. I led my leashed dog to him and the adult cat didn't mind--or when he did mind, he hissed. How do I get them to get used to each other?

If you have a cat and you bring home a new kitten how will your cat react? I have a 9month old cat that has never been around another cat,she is very spoiled.We are getting a new baby kitten to bring home and I was wondering if cats in nature will be mean to the kitten.