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Cats are absolutely fantastic, and for this reason are ideal for use as pets. A very interesting point of cats is that there are many races, and all have special traits that make them special. This time we’ll talk about one that does not have a lot of publicity.

We are referring to the American Curl. At first it seems an ordinary cat, but the big difference is in their ears, they present a kind of “ripple” (derived from English “curl”) that gives them a much more sympathetic aesthetic tradition. They are very special and entertaining.

This race is typical of the United States and we can say that the youngest is worldwide and that only has 30 years of existence. This new cat species has its ears as individuals due to a natural mutation that occurred during pregnancy. In all other respects is just like any other breed of cats.

The American Curl cat is a very kind of partner, and is common to see in family homes where children live and which is notable for having a friendly demeanor. In addition, his physique is average and very rarely exceed five pounds. It’s a really nice animal that adapts easily to the family environment.

Another important point to note is that this is a very independent cat that does not require too intensive care. From the merely aesthetic to worry only by brushing the coat, to prevent the animal discards all his hair through the house.

If you are looking for a very nice pet and owners will undoubtedly have to lean toward the American Curl, a great cat that has become very popular internationally.

One of the diseases that cause concern in a family’s toxoplasmosis. It is worldwide known that this disease is caused by bacteria that usually used to cats as a means of incubation and infection. This disease can be extremely serious because it has rapidly spread to humans.

For this reason it is always necessary to take precautions when in the house is a cat. It should also be noted that pregnant women are very capable of transmitting toxoplasmosis baby in her womb, so you have to take into account different parameters that avoid any inconvenience.

Toxoplasmosis may not necessarily catch a cat. Can occur in both humans and cats by ingestion of milk that has not been pasteurized, raw or decaying meat or vegetables that are not properly sanitized before consumption.

In the case of cats, the bacteria that causes toxoplasmosis lays its eggs in the gut of the animal. For this reason we must be very cautious when dealing with pet feces. Also eggs can survive in the sand the cat box, so it is advisable to change every one or two days. Read the rest of this entry »

Often the cats is grooming his mustache, and always thinks it is toilet and vanity, but in reality is not just for that. The whiskers in cats function as sensors, radar, are essential for movement, both at home as they leave it to their villages.

The cat not only has a mustache, but has other hairs, actually all your hairs are sensors, ie help them to see. When they leave at night or in the narrow and dangerous places are the whiskers that help them navigate successfully. Also when cats do not look good, deal with sensors or with their whiskers.

Typically, the cat’s whiskers are 12 on each side, and are entitled to when they fall they grow back. What you should never do is cut or rip the whiskers of a cat, it may be at risk of life. Cats, are disoriented when they have no whiskers in perfect condition.

If an accident or other reason, the cat loses its whiskers, it is best to take them into the house without letting it go until they grow back, avoiding any accidents.

But the cat’s whiskers are not only sensors, but can keep the balance of the cat, if one side loses, they have difficulty walking and jumping. They are also useful when you eat or drink, they will indicate how far they can head down without getting dirty and without getting wet.

A Siamese cats are also called Diamond Moon, and are originally from Thailand. They are medium sized cats, have a great personality, are very sensitive, nervous, and her meow is very special, somewhat hoarse. Must be very careful because you may develop psychological problems. Cat is a very slim, beautiful, and some blue eyes so intense they do not seem real.

Siamese cats were almost exclusive to the nobility. They preferred them to all the other cats and have true story about the devotion that aroused in the Thai nobility. This story is told in Thailand, the time was very, very old, or of ancient times.

When the king died in Thailand, and buried, along with the king put in his grave to his Siamese cat. That means the importance of occupying Siamese cats in the king’s life, not only took the place as pets, but represented something else.

In the tomb of King of Thailand, it was customary to leave a hole, not sight, of a size that could pass as the Siamese cat, buried with his master the king. When the cat could get out of the tomb of King, stated that the king’s soul had gone into the Siamese cat that is on your pet.

This belief was so ingrained and believed as true, that when he went to crown the new king, the Siamese cat had a special place in the coronation, they said that this way the former king, who had died, would be present in the coronation of new king, his successor.