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Important Stages In Kitten Development

February 26, 2008 By

The following is an outline of some of the important stages in your kitten’s development. The First Two Weeks born blind and deaf weight at birth will be approximately 3 1/2- 4 ounces umbilical cords drop off after two or three days unable to regulate body temperature highly developed sense of smell mother stays with [...]

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How To Apply Eye Medication

February 19, 2008 By

To apply eye medication, place your cat on a counter or sit with her in your lap in a “v” position, which means placing the cat between your legs facing away from you. This way is she tries to back up, she has no where to go. To administer ointment make sure your hands are [...]

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Wool Chewing

February 12, 2008 By

If you’re not familiar with what wool chewing is, this unwanted behavior is exactly what it sounds like. A wool chewing cat can destroy a sweater, a pair of socks or even a blanket in a matter of minutes. It is believed that some cats crave fiber, and that some breeds appear to have a [...]

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Wool Sucking

February 5, 2008 By

Not to be confused with wool chewing, wool sucking is believed to be the result of abrupt or early weaning. This behavior is when a kitten continues her nursing behavior on clothing, shoelaces, shirt buttons, even her owner’s fingers or earlobes, etc. There are some cats that will even suck their own paws, the tips [...]

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