Cats (Felines)

In â??A Cat In The Rainâ?? by Ernest Hemingway, repetition of a definitive article in various sentences throughout the story is his most commonly used style choice. Hemingway has often been described as laconic, his deceptively simple style of writing has been imitated by inspiring writers everywhere.. The repetition of sequences within the story is meant to make a reader feel familiarity with the text.

IAMS' first dog food was developed by Paul Iams in 1950. "Iams 999" was the world's first animal-based protein, dry dog food. The company brought out its first cat food in 1981.

The Cheshire Cat's name is simply the Cheshire Cat. It is a fictional character from Lewis Carroll's novel "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." It is known for its distinctive striped appearance and mischievous personality.

This proverb means that someone may desire something, but they are not willing to go through any trouble or inconvenience to get it. It implies a reluctance to make any effort or take risks in order to achieve a goal.

The proverb in the story "The Brave Mice" is "Unity makes strength." This proverb emphasizes the importance of working together and staying united to overcome challenges or obstacles. In the story, the mice succeed in outsmarting the cat by collaborating and using their collective strength.

Some of the muscles present in cats but not in humans include the panniculus carnosus, a thin sheet of muscle beneath the skin that allows cats to move their skin independently of their muscles, aiding in grooming and hunting. Cats also have a specialized muscle called the tensor tympani, which helps dampen loud noises by adjusting tension in the eardrum.

Yes, that statement is a metaphor. It compares the softness of the cat's fur to the texture of silk to create a vivid image.

Hay. Or Silage. Or Grass. Or Grain. Take your pick.

Well it depends, do you have any cats that do not like other cats. But if you have a friendly cat used to other animals around it, then you can have as many as you wish, but I would just keep at least three or two, unlike my aunt who has seven......yeah she's just crazy about them cats!

Yes. The pineal gland produces melatonin. The pineal gland is also known as a "third eye" for intuition.

The Boy Scouts found a litter of starving kittens in the park last week, showing compassion and empathy towards animals in need. They likely took the kittens to a local animal shelter or provided them with food and water to help them recover. Their actions demonstrate the values of kindness and generosity.

Pregnant cats may have a slightly rounded belly due to the growing kittens inside. As the pregnancy progresses, their abdomen may become larger and firmer. Some pregnant cats also exhibit changes in behavior, such as increased affection or nesting behavior as they prepare for birth.

Cats do not typically eat cement. If a cat is observed eating cement or engaging in unusual eating behaviors, it may indicate an underlying health issue such as pica, which is a condition where animals crave and ingest non-food items. In such cases, it is important to consult a veterinarian to address any potential health concerns.

It really all depends on what area you live in and what the vet charges. It can range anywhere from 15 dollars to 100 depending on the vet. Lots of places do low cost spaying and neutering. Your local humane society will do it at half the cost. Search low cost spay and neuter to see what programs they have in your area.

This varies from cat to cat. I have had cats that don't purr at all and some that purr quite loudly. I would not be surprised if my current kitten purred at least 20 dB.

Even short haired cats can leave a trail of hair flying all over the place, but I've never had it in my food. The cat should never be on your kitchen table or any counters and they can be trained not too. There isn't much you can do if you're not home, but be sure you wash down the counters and the kitchen table before preparing or eating food. Something I just found out recently is when cats get excited or are frightened their hair flies loose like a porcupine would let their quills fly! I was very surprised at this. Sometimes my dogs will chase our cat Molly (they are pals) and are just playing around (sometimes Molly starts it) and I guess the fun of the chase is enough to send her hair flying. There are special brushes for cats so purchase one and groom your cat every night while watching TV. Generally cats will groom themselves (some more than others, but they can't groom their backs and that seems to be where most of the hair comes from.

This is an act of defining his territory , you might want to check if there are any male or female cats wondering outside the house , their presence might be the cause. Also I read from somewhere that when neutering wasn't performed satisfactorily, they may still retain the trait of unneutered (same with spaying). If there are some tissues left over or something, that can cause them act as if they aren't neutered. But most likely the cat's feeling some outdoor cat around the house and being defensive.

Yes, but do NOT let him/her lick it. If he/she does, take him/her to the vet immediately.

Ok, I looked this up yesterday as my cat had an abscess that was looking pretty bad yesterday. I was in a PANIC!! I had used some Neosporin plus pain relief to try to make him more comfortable as his injury healed. I read this and freaked OUT and rushed to the nearest Vet, ONLY to find out that the medicines in Neosporin are so minimal that unless you are literally squeezing the tube down the animals throat it is NOT going to harm them. The Vet's office even told me that they tend to use Neosporin on some wounds that the felines and canines get. So, on a positive note, I got my pet the shot of antibiotics that will help him heal quicker. On the negative side, my daughter cried the whole way to the Vet thinking that her cat was going to die due to bathing himself and taking in the Neosporin. Please don't post answers unless you are 100% sure you are correct. My pet will be fine, but has now cost me an additional emergency Veterinarian fee.

Cats spend a lot of time licking themselves this is very normal however if your cat has gotten into something that is hard for him to get off his fur such as oil then you may want to help him out by giving him a bath. Also look at your cat closely to make sure he does not have fleas or ticks or a wound on him that may be causing him discomfort.

Yes, modern cats are distantly related to dinosaurs. Both cats and dinosaurs are part of the broader group of animals known as archosaurs, with cats evolving from a separate lineage of archosaurs called therapsids. This shared ancestry goes back millions of years.

If the cats are yours and they are well feed by you then the lady has no right to feed them and if something should happen to one of them like if one of them got sick after being fed by her you could take her to court possibly.

IMPROVEMENT:: If your neighbor comes on to your property and feeds your cats or throws food on to your property to feed your cats then it is illegal...HOWEVER

If your neighbor just puts out food on her own property and your cats venture over on her property to eat it then it is not illegal and there is noting you can do except keep your animals confined to your own property..

If you suspect your cat has ingested a poisonous plant, contact your veterinarian immediately or the Animal Poison Control Center. Do not induce vomiting without professional guidance as it can worsen certain poisonings. Keep the plant in question away from your cat and monitor her for any signs of poisoning such as vomiting, lethargy, or drooling.

To keep cats from scratching furniture, provide alternative scratching posts, use deterrent sprays, and trim their nails regularly. To keep cats from jumping on counters, discourage the behavior by not leaving enticing items out, using deterrents like double-sided tape or aluminum foil, and offering alternative elevated perches for them.

It's the reflection of the light off of the rods in the back of the eye. Humans have the same rods, they just do not have as many, which doesn't allow for the reflection. And due to the reflection of the light, the cat is able to see in the dark.