Description : Has anyone here used Soft Paws on their cat(s)? Thoughts?
Last Answer : answer:We tried them on a cat who was scratching herself raw. For her, we only needed to do the rear paws. I really liked the concept, but it didn't work for us. Putting them on was not easy; we ... Jong Un on us. Once done, they bothered her enough that she chewed them off within a couple of days.
Description : Why does my cat knead her paws/claws into things?
Last Answer : Cats do that to their mothers. It means they’re comfortable and content.
Description : How did you successfully get a cat not to claw the furniture?
Last Answer : Here's how I approached it, some five months ago, when I took Nouri with me from Greece, to live together. I kept an eye open to see where his first scratches would happen. When that happened to ... 'll most likely will stay with just that one spot. My Tsounouri does. Have much fun with your kitty!
Description : Has anyone used those "Kitty Caps" - little plastic covers for cat claws?
Last Answer : No. With my cats they clawed a little, well maybe more than a little, on things but I tolerated it. They generally kept their claws under control scratching them on trees, etc. outside most of their lives ... reason you can't clip their claws? The cap things always seemed like a lot of bother to me.
Description : Does anyone recommend or have tried the cat nail caps? Which brand if any would you recommend?
Last Answer : No, i wouldn’t try them. But you could try kitten mittens…
Description : Pick the option that correctly classifies fact/s (F) and opinion/s (O). Tiger walks quietly inside the cage with its soft velvet like paws. 1. (a) F-4 ; O-1,2,3 (b) F-3,2 ; O-1,4 (c) F-2 ; O- 1,3,4 (d) F-1,4 ; O- 2,3
Last Answer : (d) F-1,4 ; O- 2,3
Description : Why do cats always land with their paws on the ground?
Last Answer : they have mad crazy balance.
Description : When Milo rolls on his back and bats his front paws at me, is that an invitation to play?
Last Answer : For my cats, it means “I want to playyy!”
Description : Can you help me deal with (most likely) putting my cat to sleep?
Last Answer : answer:I am so sorry to hear about this, it is very difficult to go through. I have adopted a number of older (some sickly) animals and have had to make this decision fairly often. It is never ... this decision, @deni , I wish you and Barnabas peace with the decsion you make, however you make it.
Description : Is it the right thing to do by putting my 18 1/2 year old cat to sleep? Is it betraying her or helping her?
Last Answer : You did the right thing, your cat was just suffering. It would be different if it was younger and more lively.
Description : Has anyone here ever had a sick cat that required a feeding tube?
Last Answer : We had a cat who required a feeding tube. This tube was attached directly to her stomach. She hated it and sadly didn't live terribly long after. If I could do it all over again I think we would ... certainly hope so. My cats are more than pets, but are a legitimate part of our family. Good luck!
Description : Has anyone here potty trained their cat?
Last Answer : They can’t flush the toilet… no thumbs.
Description : What exactly is going on here (between a dog and a cat)
Last Answer : answer:Inter-species erotica? I don’t know exactly what is going on. One or both of those pets are probably mental.
Description : A question for you scientists and science enthusiasts here in Fluther: Can you explain why Mordenite Zeolite is used for cat litter?
Last Answer : You answered it yourself, actually. Mordenite is a subtype of zeolyte, which are commonly used as commercial adsorbant. It’s safe. They use it because it’s abundant and cheap.
Description : Are there some kind cat wranglers here to help me?
Last Answer : You had me at “wranglers.” Of course. I’ll bet johnpowell would help too.
Description : What are the odds of another Ask-publicer arriving here with a cat named Milo?
Last Answer : Milo the 1st is all yours, Gail.
Description : Hi! In which direction does a Cat Claw vine climb? Left or right?
Last Answer : Are you talking about the direction of twining? I can’t find a direct reference, but many plants will un-twine and reset themselves if you have them going in the wrong direction. (I also find many warnings about the invasivness of this vine.)
Description : My cat was hit by a car today and I'm truely devistated. What should I do?
Last Answer : I am so sorry for yout loss. It is vsry heartbreaking, and especially such a violent end. I know you said she suffered, but I am guessing that she was so in shock, she thought mostly of getting home, for ... careful. I wish there were words I could write here to stop your pain. I don't know of any.
Description : Can you recommend any (maybe electronic) cat toys that would work while I'm gone?
Last Answer : Cats like boxes, especially if they have to squeeze into them. My cat loved this wire doo-hickey that had a ball tied on one end of it. I would tie the other end onto something sturdy and she just went to town.
Description : What should I do with my cat while I'm away for three weeks?
Last Answer : answer:Whatever you do, don’t drug the cat and put it in your carryon! Pet-sitting for a cat isn’t too expensive. Is there a neighbor you could hire to come in once or twice a day?
Description : Cat peeing on the bed... again... only this time, I'm sleeping in it.
Last Answer : answer:Cats will do anything and trying to understand them is hard so if their behaviour matters you should strernly adress them or move them away from your bed when you see them get near it. All they ... do it immidiately after. Worked on our cat when he was still a kitten after only one try.
Description : I've had my cat about a year and I'm planning on giving it its first bath tonight. Any problem with that?
Last Answer : If you're going to go to the trouble, you might as well use a flea shampoo or something like that, just to keep her clean. Something that helps with my cat, don't throw her in the tub full of water. Maybe ... If it's not a shock, it might make it go smoother. Or it might not. Have fun, either way!
Description : Why does my cat freak out when I'm in the shower?
Last Answer : All cats have some idiosyncrasies (or idiosycrazies.) I wouldn’t let that one into the bathroom when you’re showering.
Description : I just found a dead cat in the street. I'm not sure how to deal with it.
Last Answer : Give him to the raccoons. They will grok of him most fully.
Description : Any clue as to why my cat becomes a bit of a mooch when I'm eating strawberries?
Last Answer : My cat was the same way with popcorn. I guess your cat just really likes strawberries!
Description : I'm found in socks, scarves and mittens. I'm found in the paws of playful kittens. What am I? -Riddles
Last Answer : Yarn.
Description : I’m found in socks, scarves and mittens; and often in the paws of playful kittens. What am I? -Riddles
Last Answer : I am the Yarn.
Description : Are sheets and bed covers just as clean whether a cat sleeps on them or not?
Last Answer : Well sure, you’re going to have cat hair (the amount will depend on how much the cat sheds), but otherwise it’s fine. As mentioned in the other thread cats are, generally speaking, pretty meticulous about keeping themselves clean.
Description : If you have a cat with an upper respiratory infection, how long do you have to keep them from your other cat(s)
Last Answer : I would recommend keeping them separate until the affected kitty is completely asymptomatic. If you’re very lucky and your other cats have healthy immune systems (and a couple of vaccines under their belt, so to speak), it may not spread. It is extremely infectious, however.
Description : If you buy bunnies from a pet store, will a domestic cat make them dinner? (read details pls)
Last Answer : answer:Are you trying to make your cat feral? Personally I find the idea of mixing a domesticated animal with wild behaviors a bit disturbing. Do you want a pet or a wild animal? If the latter, why not ... food? If you want to feed your cat raw food, you could just buy fresh meat at the butcher's
Description : What can I do to get rid of this cat that my parents love but is unhealthy for them?
Last Answer : Well, you could stop assuming that your parents are invalids who can’t think for themselves, and you could stop neglecting the emotional well-being and health that their attraction to their cat provides them….
Description : CAT LOVERS! What can I put on wires to keep kittens away from biting them?
Last Answer : Pet stores sell a sour-apple spray or rub-on product. Try that. Or else get those hard plastic sheaths…which would be clumsy but, well…
Description : I am thinking of selling on etsy. I am nervous about putting my paypal info on there. Anyone have problems with this?
Last Answer : answer:To have money paid in to your paypal, all you need to do is give out your email. If you gave me your email address I could pay in cash to your paypal with it, I would not need anything else. ... used them (or heard of them until now) ill leave you to decide if you trust them or not for now.
Description : I want to make the blower on my furnace run on high!It now runs on medium speed.Can I do this myself?I am pretty handy and know how to kill the power first!Also I was thinking about putting an inline fan in the duct!Anyone have any experiences?
Last Answer : answer:I poked around the net for a bit and figured your best resource on this will be youtube. There are a TON of how to videos! I don't know if this is the right one as I don't know the ... m sure you can find it on youtube nonetheless. I hope this helps! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDF4Ce4XjVc
Description : Feral cat on neighbors roof and doesn't want to come down. Does anyone have any insight?
Last Answer : Try putting the food closer to the other end of the board, lure him down with it. By “lure him down” with it, I mean put some stinky (canned cat food, tuna or sardines) away from the roof and then leave him overnight. He likely won’t come down with you guys nearby. Nice of you to try so hard.
Description : Has anyone resorted to giving their cat medication for behavioural issues?
Last Answer : answer:They don’t tend to work well. At 14, even if there are no medical issues, senility may be a factor.
Description : Has anyone treated their cat for a rattlesnake bite?
Last Answer : answer:I had a dog that was snake bit. We did not administer the antivenom because as you say it often does more harm than good. We monitored her, and as she didn't get any worse we waited to ... vet in a week to check kidney function and to check and clean the wound site if it is getting necrotic.
Description : Anyone have funny stories or pictures of their Siamese cat? (Other breeds are welcome too)
Last Answer : answer:I don't have a Siamese cat. But my cat Chaos (before he ran away) used to hog my queen sized bed. O.o I'd get up, and move, so that I had room to sleep, and he'd move over ... to her cat, Lilah. Several months later we discovered that Lilah was a boy. Erikah changed his name to Lucas XD
Description : Can anyone help me find out what's wrong with my Cat?
Last Answer : The first thing that went through my mind was a grass seed or some other foreign object in her nose causing her to sneeze. If she seems sick (or miserable as you indicated) though, I would not think my ... on their answering machine or you could look for a 24-hour/7 day vet. I hope she is okay.
Description : Can anyone tell me more about the PU surgery my cat had last night?
Last Answer : answer:He absolutely must wear his e-collar! If he won't eat with it on, you can take it off while you are supervising him, but if left unattended, he will chew out his sutures ... thorough discharge instructions form your vet and make sure to ask questions about anything that you don't understand.
Description : Has anyone had/lost a cat to FIP? ( Feline infectious peritonitis )
Last Answer : answer:Yep, I lost a “room mate” to FIP back in the 80’s. I wish I had something more useful to offer than “been there, done that”.
Description : Anyone ever own a Siamese cat? What were they like temperament-wise?
Last Answer : They’re my favorites! I’ve lived with several, including my current boy. Very friendly, playful, outgoing and fearless but the most distinctive characteristic is the constant talking! They have an endless vocabulary and an opinion about everything.
Description : Does anyone have good boy cat stories?
Last Answer : I have a male and female cat. The female cat is more likely to make a mess in the house than the male. I think all cats have a natural instinct to prefer to use the litter box since it mimics most ... and stain are gone for good. It is a miracle worker!!! It works for removing other stains as well.
Description : Have any Flutherites ever contracted Cat Scratch Fever or known anyone who has been affected by it?
Last Answer : answer:When do you expect the cat to arrive back on earth? Several years ago I had a co-worker who after several misdiagnoses was determined to have Cat Scratch Fever. It was a problem on and off for several months – damaged her immune system.
Description : Has anyone treated a cat with hyperthyroidism holistically/herbally?
Last Answer : I have a good friend who has done so. PM me and I’ll try and connect you with her if you like. Love to your kitty!
Description : Can anyone draw/find a good picture of a cat, wolf, & dragon together?
Last Answer : Tiger, Dragon, Wolf – which is kinda close… its all I could find. D:
Description : Can anyone explain this weird behavior my cat exhibits?
Last Answer : Because she’s a cat.
Description : My cat has flipped his lid, I think. Can anyone suggest something to calm him down?
Last Answer : Here’s an idea. Not a good idea, of course, but you can’t have everything. By the way, I sincerely hope nothing is wrong with your cat.
Description : Does anyone know this book about a cat?
Last Answer : i do recall a book that has to do with a crazy cat, and that alliteration was made very often. i do not remember the title.
Description : Has anyone ever had or seen a cat who sucked its leg?
Last Answer : answer:Purring is also a stress reaction. Does she have some sort of imbedded foreign object?Have you noticed an abscess or an abrasion? Is there a bald patch over the area? If your answer to all of these is ... a vet, just to be on the safe side though. By the way, cute boy. Looks kinda like mine.