Articles for tag: Cat Care, Foia, Frontline, Kittens

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Frontline Spray for Cats and Kittens: Overview

Frontline is the brand name for fipronil, which kills fleas, ticks and the mite known affectionately as walking dandruff. According to Merial, the manufacturer, the monthly topical form of Frontline and the spray form should not be used on kittens less than eight weeks old, on pregnant, nursing cats or cats with special needs. But ...

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How to Get Finicky Cats to Eat

You open the can. And your cat comes running. You put the bowl down on the floor and hold your breath…..It looks like she’s interested-and then, she scratches at the bowl just as she does in the litter box. Your cat has rejected another great entrée. Finicky cats are more than frustrating; they can make ...

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10 Things You’ll Need to Foster Kittens

Fostering kittens is one of the easiest things you can do to save little lives in an era of cat overpopulation. Every year, thousands of cats and kittens are killed simply because there isn’t room for them at the rescue shelters. Just by letting a foster kitten stay in your home until space at the ...

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How to Trap Feral Kittens

I trapped a feral mother cat and four kittens several summers ago, and have trapped several feral cats and kittens since then. It was a challenge, but the end results were very rewarding. If you have patience, time, a little extra cash, and a true love for cats, this is a great way to save ...

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Pixie Bob Kittens: What Are Pixie Bobs?

Pixie Bob kittens are a definite hit with folks looking for an energetic fun kitty. Their personalities are vibrant, upbeat and lots of fun to be around. What are Pixie Bobs? Pixie Bobs are a domestic breed of cat, but they look like miniature bobcats. Of course, just like any cat they can vary in ...

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Ziggy the Cat’s 2300 Mile Journey

When container full of plastic goods was opened at a warehouse in Lancashire, northern England, a fluffy white cat shot out. The cat and the container were shipped all the way from Israel. The cat survived 17 days without food on a 2,300 mile voyage from Israel to England. The cat not only survived his ...

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Tips for Befriending a Stray Cat

You may have noticed a homeless cat or kitten hanging out around your house or neighborhood, but what can you do? There are many courses of action which can be taken in this situation, such as contacting your local Animal Control agency or Humane Society. But if you are more interested in befriending this homeless ...

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How to Make Homemade Toys for Kittens

When thinking of kittens, one of the first thoughts that comes to mind is how much they love to play. Kittens are little bundles of energy, and they love toys as much as human kids. They need toys for amusement, exercise, and to burn off energy. Toys keep kittens out of mischief too, and if ...

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How to Pick the Purrfect Kitten

Kittens Where Art Thou? So you’ve decided it’s time to bring home a little furball? Congratulations! Pets bring joy to people’s lives, reduce stress and can even lower blood pressure. You’re about to start a new relationship, but the tricky part is choosing the right kitten so that relationship is filled with love. And the ...

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Purina Cat Chow Complete Vs Purina Indoor Formula

When my cats were kittens, I fed them the Friskies Kitten canned food mixed with the Friskies Kitten dry food. I’ve always felt that was the best kitten food. Some kittens can be picky eaters when they are being weaned, but I didn’t have any problems getting them to eat the Friskies Kitten Food. And ...