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Cats are mysterious creatures that are a number of myths have sprung up around them. Many of these myths are far from certain, and some even border on the ridiculous, yet they persist.

Cats always land on their feet when they fall.

This is false. Although cats are funny creatures, which is not always land on their feet. Your cat may be injured in a fall much like any other animal. Even if your cat has the land on their feet, if the drop is high enough, injuries can occur. In fact, veterinarians have a name for this type of injury. They refer to them as “high-rise syndrome.”

Cats are solitary creatures that prefer to be left alone.

While each cat has its own personality, as species of cats are social creatures. Most cats enjoy interacting with people. My cats actually come to me and everyone has their own tricks to get my little attention. They also respond to the voice (most of the time).

All cats hate dogs.

Many cats live in peace and harmony in the same house with a dog. In fact, some cats actually curl up to sleep with the dog. Obviously, there are some cats that do not like dogs. Others tolerate their presence. However, in most cases, if a cat is set correctly and the dog are given time to adapt to the new situation, the cat will accept the dog as part of the family.

All cats hate water.

Believe it or not, some cats actually thrown into the water, and some even enjoy swimming. Two of my cats love to play in the water. I have to keep the pool without water in my house to keep the soil dry in the bathroom. If I forget, water is sprinkled from one end of the bathroom the other while playing. Read the rest of this entry »

The independence of cats is almost legendary and presumably one of the most admired in them the love of cats. However, while our cat does not need to constantly be on our side or constantly require our attention, this does not mean you can not suffer like dogs separation anxiety when left alone for a time, which can result in behavioral problems especially if we leave them alone for several days as usual.

The behaviors that we can help find our cat is having this sort of anxiety are:

- When we return home, the cat follows us everywhere. If the cat used to going outside, quit to be with us.

- Have suction and chewing behavior of our clothes or even your hand, like a newborn kitten.

- Is also common that the cat begins to urinate in places where he knows he should not, as in clothing, bedding, or scratch the furniture or curtains over or develop aggressiveness towards people or other pets.

- You can stop eating and even lose the desire to play.

- Also, although less common, can begin to wash compulsively, even provoking bald hair.

If you observe these signs, we take the vet to tell us what is the best therapy to follow. Massage or Bach flowers can be very effective.

It is also advisable, when we leave, leave the radio or television on to keep you company and enough toys for you to enjoy and avoid destructive behavior.

- When we return home, we leave about ten minutes in which we will ignore the animal, thus allowing to decrease anxiety and calm.

It is always fascinating to see a cat wandering peacefully by a dark area in which we could not move because our view prevents us from seeing anything. They are able to overcome obstacles, hunt and move with the same precision as if they did it in broad daylight. This is not due to special powers, but the eyes of cats, different from ours, are much better adapted to darkness. As nocturnal predators cats, nature has endowed with great visual acuity in the dark, so that way they can survive.

What we must know is that, despite appearances, cats can not see in complete darkness, in that case would feel as lost as us. They need a light, no matter how small, to thrive. How do they do?

First, the maximum pupil dilates at night to maximize available light. Just as the day his eyes are just two lines, for the night at nearly the diameter of the iris. Your retina also has a large number of light receptors, called rods, whose mission is to enhance the light that can enter the eye for better vision.

But surely the adaptation that allows them to live at night is called the tapetum lucidum, a membrane that is in the back of the eye and whose mission is to reflect light to redirect it to the receptors of the retina, so the animal can increase surrounding brightness, allowing a better view. The tapetum is the one that makes your eyes shine at night when they light focuses directly.

Of all the diseases that your cat may suffer in the skin, one of the most common is ringworm, also known as ringworm in cats. At first it was thought that this disease was caused by worms or lice, but now known to be a disease caused by a parasitic fungi that can affect both the cat and the dog as human beings.

Although several fungi responsible for this disease, the most common are the genus “Microsporum canis.” These fungi live on the skin, hair or nails of the cat, and in these places thrive and result in disease.

The ringworm occurs most frequently in warm countries and places, as the heat and humidity favor the reproduction of fungi. They are also susceptible individuals younger animals because they have less strengthened immune system.

This also happens to children, so we must avoid coming into contact with an animal with ringworm until healed, to avoid getting infected by the disease. Read the rest of this entry »

When we seriously considered bringing a new member to the family in this case, feline, we must raise a number of important questions before buying as it is not an ornament or hobby, if not, requires some care and care often ignore the excitement of chasing imagine it at home behind the pompom.

When we decided to adopt a cat issues that we must be present for the future life of our pets with us is enjoyable for all, are as follows;

-First: Do you really know the basic needs of a kitten? Cats are very territorial and therefore he will be organized the way the house where you live, this does not mean that the house has to be great, but if you can have different locations or rooms, will make the follows: A dining area, it will be far from your inbox toilet or in another room, another area for the toilet, her sand tray always far from where he eats, and another is where you wash, usually where they feel safer , comfortable and happy and then have a play area and rest, where you will sleep and play.

-Second: That time you have to be home? Timpo The cat will be much alone? If yes, should be adopted two cats, but the truth is not easy because everything is duplicated and should be castrated by obligation to both. In general the coexistence of two cats in one house does not usually cause problems and should be simple since there is no cat or a submissive alpha, as often occurs in dogs. The two divide their shared territory with respect, get to play and soon end up sleeping together or washing each other and that’s how they create emotional bonds between them and us. Read the rest of this entry »

Let’s see some simple tips to keep your cat indoors and avoid losing. Buy toys for cats. This will help distract him from the lure of outdoor activities.

Playing in the house with your cat and make it look like a happy place, a foolproof method even with small children! Get a litter box if you do not already have one. The first few days put a little dirt or sand from the patio a few inches of the litter box for the change is not too abrupt. Place the litter box in an easily accessible place. Gradually mix the soil with kitty litter.

Then go to use cat litter only. Be sure to clean the litter box every day. Cats are naturally clean creatures, and should encourage the use of the sandbox. If it is too dirty, the cat may decide to go elsewhere in the house. Make sure your cat has a permanent identification if it escapes.

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.

When it comes to family pets, cats and dogs are all eyes. Just when it comes to dogs, one of the most popular for a home is the Cocker Spaniel. This dog is one of the most docile and affectionate to be found anywhere in the world.

One of its main features is that it does not require much space. Being a small dog does not need too large dimensions to live well. For this reason it is chosen for the apartments. This dog is characterized by his constant joy and their attachment to their masters.

It is ideal for family homes they live in old people and children. It is also very playful and protective. To any imminent threat will do everything possible to care for their owners. A point to note is that it requires significant care in her hair and it needs to go out at least twice a park to spend energy and relax.

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.

Pet psychiatry is a branch of canine medicine is not widespread, and that the courses for this specialty is not taught in all universities, of all countries. Where attend these courses are taught veterinarians worldwide.

“The zoopsiquiatría refers to diagnosis, treatment and prevention of behavioral problems of dogs and cats, through the use of psychotropic drugs and complementary therapies in conjunction with behavior modification. We also complement the trainers, though not all problems can be solved through this way. “

It has now come to the conclusion that when a pet, whether dog or cat misbehaves, is that the treatment has given the owner was not entirely appropriate.

As is well known that all extremes are bad, being very condescending and kept giving him things to pets is not good, nor is leaving them alone all day, without paying attention. Pets are always served, when left alone can become distressed, or anxious and destroy everything within their reach.

When you are always alone in the yard, they begin to follow the tail, following his shadow, or have problems of coprophagy, and have excessive mobility. All pet owners need to monitor their behavior, to see if they are doing well or need therapy.

Such therapy can retrain the behavior of pets, or you should consult a psychiatrist when the dog barks or howls much everyone, or do damage when separated from their owners.