Q: Do cats have milk teeth, and when do they fall out? A: Kittens do have milk teeth. These teeth are called deciduous teeth. They start to get teeth at about two weeks of age. The deciduous incisors erupt at about two to four weeks of age, the canines at three to four weeks, and
Q: Why do today’s cats need fangs? A: Although domestic cats can potentially live without teeth (if fed the correct diet), they are still true carnivores, and given the opportunity, will hunt and kill small prey. The canine teeth (fangs) are used to kill and shred the prey. They can also use these teeth to
Most people are aware that dogs can be afraid of thunder, but some people don’t realise that cats, too, can be. The reason for this is that dogs usually make their owners aware of their fear, whereas many cats simply go and hide, with the result that their owners don’t even realise that they’re scared.
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With spring upon us, we are bound to start noticing allergies in our pets. It is important to note that animals can develop allergies at any stage of life; therefore, even if your pet has never had an allergy problem in the past, he could still develop one. There are a number of common allergies
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A sleeping cat is really relaxing to watch, especially if she’s in a cute position. She couldn’t care if the dishes are done or whether you still have to make your bed. Curled up or stretched out somewhere in a comfortable place, snoozing – that is how most cats spend the bulk of their days.
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Standing in front of the shelf, with countless brushes and combs to choose from, can be daunting if you don’t know what would be ideal for your cat. To make it a little easier for you, here is a breakdown of the brushes available, and when to use which one. Types of brushes: 1. Slicker
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Q: I’ve recently rescued an older cat, but she doesn’t use the litterbox provided. What can I do? A: As she is an older cat, the very first step is a thorough vet check. It’s quite common for cats to have difficulties using a litterbox when they’re not well. Bladder and kidney issues are common
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Did you know that cats also go through a ‘teenage’ phase like dogs do? This is the time when they start to become sexually mature, at around five to six months. Siamese and other Oriental cats can start this process earlier – anything from four months. With sexual maturity comes a surge of testosterone to
Q: Why do cats love being elevated high up? A: Instead of seeing our cats as the fluffy companions who wake us in the early hours for food, take a moment to consider their wild heritage and what they would have to adapt to in a situation in the wild. Being high up would provide
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Do whatever you can to prevent a bee from stinging your cat. But life happens and if your cat gets stung in her mouth, there is a very high risk of severe swelling, which can result in difficulty breathing. Also, if she gets stung by multiple bees, she may develop a fatal anaphylactic reaction, so
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Q: Why do cats prowl at night, and sleep all day long? A: The cat’s wild ancestors are largely nocturnal, tending to hunt more during the night than during the day. Although domestication has resulted in our cats shifting towards a more diurnal lifestyle, many cats still retain their wilder habits. This may be more
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If you have an indoor cat who is not allowed outside, but keeps on slipping through the door when you’re going outside, here’s some advice. The best thing to do is to start mixing up your routine a bit. All animals are extremely good at working out that if you do A, then B will
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