My favorite cat

Pets are more sensitive to weather changes than their wild relatives. When people have been watching their cats for thousands of years, they have noticed the peculiarities of their behavior before certain weather events. The cat goes to bed near the heating devices and radiators, hides under the blanket, lies next to the owner - to the cold. Increased atmospheric pressure causes dilation of pupils in cats, and narrowed pupils are a sign of low air pressure. Cats drink water greedily before they don't eat...

One of the key things about keeping a cat is its timely vaccination. Without this procedure, the animal's body will not be able to cope with all sorts of infections. The antigens in the vaccine are artificially weakened cells of the virus. Once in the bloodstream, they teach the body to fight diseases. Any kitten, regardless of breed and environment, should be vaccinated against diseases such as calcinosis, rhinotracheitis, rabies. The first vaccination should be carried out at 8-9 weeks. If the...

In many animals, the temperature and humidity of the nose is a kind of indicator of the general condition of the animal. Cats are no exception. A cold and slightly damp nose tells you that your cat's health is fine. If your cat's nosebleed is hot and dry, it can be a sign of illness. But don't jump to conclusions. Many cats like to sleep in the middle of the room with one ear to the floor. In this situation, the nose is poorly ventilated, heated and can dry out. In stressful situations and during significant temperature fluctuations, a cat's nose may also give a false alarm...

The vast majority of cats are caring mothers. The first day after the birth of the stench does not leave the babies for a minute, sometimes even refuse to eat. They pop out for a few seconds, drink water and return to the nest. During the first week, the cat's mother warms her cubs with her warmth and licks them off, just to eat. But after 7-10 days many cats start another heat and they leave their kittens for long hours without their attention. After meeting her sexual partner, the cat will return to the nest again to continue feeding and rearing her children...

The hunting abilities of cats do not depend on breed, breed, and pedigree. Only a few breeds born from cats that have never seen the street, the natural instincts of catching cats have practically disappeared. In the second half of the last century, it was decided to conduct an experiment to study the formation of hunting skills in kittens. Two families of pedigree cats and two in the yard were taken for him. Mom cats were replaced with calves. Noblewoman cats brought up ordinary kittens. The cubs played, chased each other, as well as it is necessary for the kittens studying hunting...

It is believed that the friendship between a cat and a dog is almost impossible. The conflicts that arise between them are sometimes so aggressive that they cause a sense of genuine anxiety. If it so happens that you have become the "happy" owner of two irreconcilable enemies, then following a few simple rules, you can significantly reduce the number of constant attacks and quarrels. Tips for cat and dog owners An apple of discord can be the amount of food given out. The same feeding regime for both animals will help eliminate competition between them...

When we live side by side with a cat for several years, it's hard to see any changes in their appearance. As a rule, a cat is always active, full of vitality and grace. However, a careful observer will notice some subtle changes. How old is the cat? What illnesses can a cat develop with age and how can she be cared for at all stages of her life? Cats have become the main pets of the 21st century. Because of their popularity, better veterinary care and greater awareness of cat nutrition among owners, average cat life expectancy increases...

A vacuum cleaner is an integral part of everyday life. Such a machine not only removes dust but also saves energy and time. Everything would be fine, but if a pussy lives at home, cleaning becomes a real headache. In this article, let's talk about why cats are so afraid of the vacuum cleaner and whether you can do something about it. Often they are afraid of loud hissing, trying to escape from the room where the unit makes a noise, dilated pupils, scratching the owner and even biting. Why is this happening? It's simple...

When a small furry kitten appears in the house, many owners have no idea that after some 8-10 years of life in the house it will be an elderly animal... All cat owners want their pets to stay young and alert at all times. After all, we love them and want them to live with us as long as possible! And at the same time, they were healthy! However, alas, the aging of cats is much faster than we would like them to because of their shorter lifespan. Pay attention to the signs that your cute companion is getting older now...

All wool pets, be they purebred or yard cats, descendants of lords or yard cats, with long or short hair, have something in common - an unbearable smell! It's not even a smell, but a terrible stench, which is very hard to get out of the house, but also out of furniture, floors, walls, clothes and everything else. Of course, it's about the smell of cat urine if, for some reason, the pet needs to be in the wrong place. Reasons why a cat or cat bypasses a litter tray are enough and there are effective ways to retrain home "perfumers"...

A cat appeared in the house. When giving preference to home-cooked food, the owner of the pet, first of all, thinks about how to organize the food properly. Feeding your pet food leftovers from human lunch or dinner is not the best option for a cat. After all, people often eat foods and dishes that can harm their cat's health. To keep your cat healthy and happy for a long time, you'll have to try to feed him right. A cat is naturally a predator, so it prefers meat. But experts believe that it's best to give your cat raw meat only after deep freezing, so you can eliminate harmful bacteria...

Buying a new pet, whether it is a kitten or an aquarium fish, is always a responsible step. Since a person, in this case, does not get a toy, and a living creature. Before deciding to take this step, it is important to understand whether the owner of the pet is ready to take responsibility for tame friend. There are no ugly cats. They are all charming creatures! And it doesn't matter if she's a pedigree or a regular kitten will appear in your home. The amount of love and positive emotions you get is not dependent on the breed! However, as they say, it tastes and colors...