Recent questions tagged cat care

Description : Can I keep this cat?

Last Answer : As long as you have checked the newspapers, called the police department and the shelters in your area…then, I think you are not only doing the right thing but a wonderful thing.

Description : Are my cat mavens ready for absolutely the last two questions?

Last Answer : He is an outdoor cat…I noticed him stalking rodents and birds the other day.

Description : The is a really friendly stray cat that hangs out around campus. It comes to my dorm window and I feed it a bit and give it water. Is it a good idea to let her into my room? I'll be leaving campus at the end of the semester.

Last Answer : It depends on a number of things. Are you committed to keeping the cat for its lifetime, meaning after university? Can you give it the daily care it needs - fresh food and water, litterbox, toys ... a home. Please consider asking others if they will take the cat and give her a permanent home.

Description : I have three cats. There is a darling cat that has been hanging outside my house and I've been thinking of taking him in. One more cat isn't that big a deal, but I'm afraid that there will always being one more cat outside that I can take in. At what point are there too many?

Last Answer : When someone loves cats, they will tell you that there's no such thing as too many. But realistically, you have to consider the amount of room you have, how many cats you are able to take care of, ... . I would say no more than 10 cats, but most people would consider 3-5 cats a manageable number.

Description : We will be traveling for a bit over a month. While we're gone, we're looking for a solution of who will take care of our cat. Is it better to put her in a kennel or have a cat sitter come by to ... I think the cat sitter is a better solution. Because it's for such a long time, I'm just not sure.

Last Answer : The best choice is a cat sitter even though you'll be gone for a month. Most cats are not happy with changes in their environment and are much more comfortable at home. In either case, whether ... and get recommendations. Discuss your cat's needs and what type of care you want for your cat.

Description : I have a long haired kitten and she gets into everything. She returned all muddy the other day after playing outside. I gave her a bath and toweled her dry, but it took a really long time for all ... I was wondering if it would be OK for me to blow dry her fur if something like this happens again

Last Answer : Blot the kitten as dry as possible with as many towels as necessary. Blow drying a kitten could be a terrifying experience to her - the sound of the dryer, the heat, the blowing. If you attempt this, ... not brushing) the fur as you dry her. If the kitten is really frightened, don't use the dryer.

Description : There are a ton of stray cats in my neighborhood. I've read about TNR. How do I go about getting it started?

Last Answer : That's a very worthy undertaking. The No Kill Advocacy has a website that tells you how to go about getting a TNR program started. You can enlist the aid of friends and relatives to help as well.Check with local shelters and vets about low cost spay/neuter and if they do any at no cost.

Description : I need to go on a business trip for a few days. I have someone coming in to feed and and clean the litterbox while I'm away. What can I do to make sure that she's happy while I'm gone.

Last Answer : Cats are social creatures and need interaction with other cats or humans. You may consider asking the caregiver to take your cat to a pet daycare center for playtime during the day. Or ask the caregiver to ... cat. Since cats sleep close to 18 hours a day, this doesn't present much of a problem.

Description : My cat had kittens a few days ago, I've looked under their tails, but they all look the same. How can I tell if they are mail or female?

Last Answer : A male's genitalia is further from the anus than a female's . The shape of a female kitten's vulva looks like a slit. The penal opening of the male looks like a tiny circle. The kitten's coat ... Red cats are usually male, but in this case, coat color can be deceiving as females can be red too.

Description : I found a teeny kitten outside. Hoping it's mother would come back to claim it, I left it for a couple of hours, just keeping tabs on it from my window. It's mother hasn't returned and I don't know what to do. How should I care for it?

Last Answer : If the kitten is almost newborn, the chances of survival may not be good. The mother cat could have abandoned the kitten because there was something wrong with it. However you can contact your veterinarian ... Or you can bring the kitten to the nearest shelter or rescue group and ask them for help.

Description : My cat had kittens a few weeks ago and we would like to look for homes for them, but we don't want to take them away from their mother before they are ready. How old should they be before they are weened?

Last Answer : Most kittens are weaned, llitterbox trained and ready for new homes at 12-16 weeks old. This gives mama cat time to train them in cat behavior and time for you to socialize them.

Description : We were moving in some new furniture and my cat, that isn't use to being outside, got out. We put up signs and have been looking all over for her, but we haven't found her yet. What else can we do to bring our baby home? She's been missing for 2 days.

Last Answer : Ask friends and neighbors to help with the search and be on the lookout for the cat. Check with area shelters, animal control and the police daily. Put up photos of your cat around the neighborhood, ... her way back. Walk around the neighborhood with treats calling her name. I hope this helps some.

Description : I'm moving across country and I was wondering if it would to drive it with my cat or if I should fly him. I want to do what's better for him. What should I do?

Last Answer : It's probably best to take your cat in the car with you as it will probably be less traumatic. Make sure you have all the necessary equipment and papers showing current vaccinations. Keep the cat ... at motels, check beforehand that they are pet-friendly. Never leave your cat unattended in the car.