Can cats see in color? The opinion is a divided issue between experts over the extent to which cats can see colors. Although they certainly do not have anything remotely close to the color perception of humans, many owners can testify that they certainly have some means of distinguishing some colors. It is thought that [...]
Indoor Cats And Hazards
May 2, 2007 By
When leaving your cat or cat’s home alone indoors for any period of time, take care to remove any potential hazards. Be sure to keep cupboards closed as they may house hazardous substances, particulary in the kitchen, and block off all chimneys. And also so as not to cause a temptation as playthings, any electrical [...]
The Animal Rescue Site
April 25, 2007 By
Classification of Non-Pedigree Cats
April 17, 2007 By
Non-pedigree cats as pets have the advantage of having bred naturally, albeit usually by accident. They also more likely than not, have strays at some point within their ancestry. Non-pedigees are likely to be both healthy and hardy, with the weaker strains having been weeded out by the laws of survival. They also tend to [...]
Heatstroke In Cats
April 9, 2007 By
Summer will soon be on its way so it’s important to know that cats are vulnerable to heat stroke. Longhairs are especially vulnerable when on a long car journey as traveling baskets or carriers in a confined space have less ventilation. Heat stroke symptoms are exceptionally rapid breathing, the appearance of the haws, and a [...]
Cats And Minor Wounds
April 2, 2007 By
From time to time, most cats will sustain minor wounds. These wounds are usually as a result of fights with dogs or other cats or when attacking prey. The cats ears, face, and front paws are most vulnerable. One should inspect wounds for any dirt or other matter that could be removed with cotton wool [...]
The Siberian Cat
March 26, 2007 By
The first record of the Siberian cat was made over one thousand years ago. As their name implies, the Siberian originated in Russia. The Siberian bares a strong resemblance to the Norwegian Forest Cat and the Maine Coon Cat. Like the Norwegian and the Maine Coon, the Siberian is a large cat with males weighing [...]
Adam, Eve, Lilith and Cats Superstition
March 19, 2007 By
The origin of this superstition seems to go all the way back to an ancient Hebrew folk tale. According to this folk tale, Lilith was Adam’s wife before Eve. She was banished from the garden of Eden for refusing to submit to Adam and then haunted the earth as a demon. Sephardic Jews believed that [...]
