Cats (Felines)

Kitten play always involves mock battles, with surprise attacks, pounces, and leaps. The kitty is basically trying to play, as he would with another cat. Direct him to less painful game play - chasing balls, cords, and so on.

Well, cats like to laze around during the day, because they are mainly nocturnal, and come awake at night. This isn't always the case though, because some cats are very awake during the day, everyone and everything is different. Maybe it could also be because of the heat, because cats get tired when it is too hot. They lay on the ground where it is cooler because hot air rises.

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Cats normally have their first estrous cycle between 5 and 10 months of age, with the average age around 6 months.

The female cat has 2-4 estrous periods every year, each lasting 15-22 days. If she is bred, estrus seldom lasts more than 4 days.

If successful mating does not occur, estrus may last for 7-10 days and recur at 15- to 21-day intervals. It is possible for an unmated female to cycle every 3-4 weeks indefinitely.

Cats also have an estrous period 1-6 weeks after giving birth, so a female may be nursing one litter while pregnant with another.

Behavior

Since there is usually no obvious vaginal discharge or swelling of the genitals during estrus in cats, as is seen in dogs, behavioral changes are the only obvious signs that your cat is in estrus.

A cat in estrus carries her tail to one side, keeps her hindquarters elevated, exhibits "treading" movements of the hind legs, and seems unusually affectionate. She spends a good deal of time rolling on the floor and seems much more restless than usual. The cat's voice seems more piercing than usual and she may "call" for 1-2 days before she accepts the male

It can be a behavioral problem, but can also be a sign of a bladder infection. If the cat is straining, that can be a serious problem, as he may be blocked. This is a life threatening emergency that needs immediate attention at the vet. If the cat is otherwise acting normal, I'd still visit the vet to rule out a possible bladder infection or cystitis. Have to be honest here, my cat sometimes goes outside the litter tray and I've watched him do it. It's just lack of positioning and laziness. He climbs in, digs a bit of gravel, sticks his backside over the edge and pees all over the floor! He's a big healthy boy with no problems except that he knows I'll clean it up after him. I wouldn't worry too much, as long as he's going to the toilet regularly and not trying to force it. One tip though, make sure you clean and steralize the area he has peed or he may go in the same place next time if he gets the scent there. Also they could be fussy on what litter you are using my cats will foul the floor if I use nothing but the cat sand! Hi there...if this is something that recently developed, first consider all the possibilities such as: - changes with litter brands - location of the litter box isn't private enough - some cats like to have one box to defecate and another to urinate - cleanliness (some cats are very finicky and prefer a super clean box) - as a general rule there should be one litter box for each cat plus one extra as a back up - kittens who are over 5-7 months can become sexually mature and urine spray as well as defecate inappropriately to mark territory. - senior cats develop age-related disorders such as chronic renal failure (CRF), hyperthyroidism, diabetes, etc. If all these have been ruled out, there's a chance that your cat may have developed another underlying medical problem such as something as simple as a lower urinary tract disorder: http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_feline_lower_urinary_tract_dis.html which can contribute to accidents outside of the box. Cats will associate pain while using box and change their habits as a result. Here's an article about why cats inappropriately soil outside their litter box by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures/Housesoiling.html House soiling is the most common behavior problem reported by cat owners. It includes urination and/or defecation outside the litter box, as well as urine spraying. Why do cats eliminate outside of the litter box? One common misconception is that cats soil in inappropriate places for revenge. It is tempting to conclude, "He defecated on the living room carpet to punish me for leaving him for the weekend." But this kind of calculation requires sophisticated cognitive abilities that cats aren't believed to possess. Furthermore, this conclusion assumes that cats view their urine and feces as distasteful, when in fact they do not. It is only we humans who view it that way. Medical Problems So why do cats urinate or defecate on your bed or carpet? Medical problems are one possibility. Inflammation of the urinary tract may cause painful or frequent urination, inability to urinate, bloody urine, and crying during urination. An affected cat is likely to eliminate outside the litter box if he comes to associate the box with painful urination, or if he has an increased urgency to urinate. In addition, kidney, liver, and thyroid diseases often lead to increased drinking and urination. Inflammation of the colon or rectum, intestinal tract tumors, intestinal parasites, and other gastrointestinal conditions may cause painful defecation, increased frequency or urgency to defecate, and decreased control of defecation. Age-related diseases that interfere with a cat's mobility (for example, arthritis, nervous system disorders, or muscular diseases), or with his cognitive functions can also influence his ability to get to the litter box in time. In short, any medical condition that interferes with a cat's normal elimination behavior can lead to house soiling. Litter Box Aversions Behavioral problems, such as litter box aversions, inappropriate site preferences, or urine spraying can also lead to house soiling. An aversion implies that there is something about the litter box that your cat finds unsavory. It could be the box, the litter, the location of the box, or all three. ...please consider visiting the website for further detail

That depends on which cats you're talking about. The typical house cat will eat bugs, moles, mice, hamsters, basically any small rodents they can get their paws on. Bigger kitties will eat a number of things, even their own kind. They will eat mammals as small as the typical house cat such as opossums and animals as big as deer and antelope.

I'm not a veterinarian, but bloody foam at the mouth can indicate poisoning, respiratory distress, or trauma. A proper diagnosis would require a post-mortem examination by a veterinarian. Please accept my condolences for your loss.

Cooked or raw turkey, chicken and other meats like beef. However these should only be used as occasional meals or treats and should never make up the majority of a cat's diet, unless it is being fed a complete and balanced home-made diet.

White discharge coming from a cat's nose could be due to a variety of reasons including a respiratory infection, allergies, foreign object lodged in the nasal passages, or nasal polyps. It is best to consult a veterinarian for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

Cat grass can typically grow up to 6-8 inches tall, depending on the variety and growing conditions. It is important to regularly trim the grass to encourage new growth and prevent it from becoming too leggy.

Cats typically make the sound "meow" as a form of communication.

It is an incurable disease though as i have heard from the vet talk to the other client who's cat ate her own children! it was a surprise though but its true if your cat does so consult the vet immediately

There are over 60 different cat breeds recognized by various cat organizations worldwide. Each breed has unique characteristics in terms of appearance, temperament, and care requirements. Additionally, there are countless domestic cats that don't belong to a specific breed but have their own distinct personalities and traits.

i dont know but some names are: WHISKAS FELIX KIPPERS SALMON OR FOR A GINGER TOM GINGERS

A small tiger is a cub.

Pregnant. A female cat is called a Queen and a male cat is a Tom. When the Cat is having her kittens, it is called Queening.

Toulouse is the oldest kitten in "The Aristocats".

Cats purr as a way to communicate, this usually means they're happy but sometimes a purring cat can mean a problem. You can usually tell if its a good purr or bad by when it starts purring, if you are grooming it then it is happy but if it does it for no reason (you haven't touched, talked or been seen by the cat) then thre may be an underlying problem. How the cat purrs still remains a mystery, the cat doesn't have any more (or less) in their body than any other non-purring species. It is hypothesised though. They produce the purring noise by fast twitching the muscles in their larynx, that rapidly expand and contract the glottis. This then causes air vibrations during inhalation and exhalation.

The funny thing is, you never yell/SCREAM/or shout at a cat....you need to make the domonitate sound for a cat....a hiss or you could do what I did....Itrained mine to be afraid of a squirty bottle now when you inmate that sould they spook and stop what they are doing....cats are like little kids in that way

No, it is not recommended to use E45 cream on cats. Cats groom themselves and can ingest the cream, leading to potential toxicity. It is best to consult with a veterinarian for safe and appropriate skin treatment for your cat.

A human's legs and cat's back legs are different due to different movements each make and how they are structured. In a cat, the lower rear leg anterior has a tibialis anterior muscle. In a human, anterior has tibialis interior and extensor digitorum longus muscle.

If you are going with the original number for DBZ, Yamcha says, "Cat loves food" in episode 103. In the new numbering system, it is supposedly episode 118.

Yes, the Eucalyptus Ellwoodii is considered toxic to cats if ingested. It can cause symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and lethargy. It's best to keep this plant out of reach of your feline friends to prevent any potential harm.

That if you put more houses and people where big cats live there might not be enough space for every cat who live there so there might be fewer cats. My explaination! -Sheila