According to the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) as of 2005 approximately 40% of all pedigreed cat registrations were for Persians; and although it varies with the time of year, almost one-half of all cats at a cat show will be Persians. Cat fanciers have sought to equalize competition among breeds by dividing the huge Persian class into smaller groups. For convenience, this is done on the basis of similar colors or patterns.
This litter box is too small; this one is too big; this one is just right! Much like Goldilocks, your cat has his own preferences for where he feels comfortable doing his business. Lucky for you, we are here to help you find the perfect fit for your kitty’s personality type. Check out the kitty-cat character types below, and see if you can find your own kitty in the mix! The Diva: You’ll know this cat right when you see her, mostly because she can’t be missed! Strutting around every room like it’s her own personal catwalk, this high-maintenance beauty is sure to be the star of the show. The ScoopFree Original Self-Cleaning Cat Litter Box is the perfect cat litter box for this personality because it stays sparkling clean before and after every use and makes even the messiest waste disappear without getting your hands messy. This automatic cat litter box Made to be left alone for weeks at a time, this litter box requires no scooping! Just swap out the disposable tray, and sit back and watch as the box’s automatic rake system cleans the crystal cat litter itself. The Scaredy-Cat: For the cat that enjoys a little bit more privacy when he is most vulnerable, try the Nature’s Miracle JFC Advanced Hooded Corner Cat Litter Box. The scaredy-cat will feel right at home in this covered, space-saving litter box that stays tucked away in your home while keeping him out of sight. The replaceable charcoal filter utilizes odor-block technology to help eliminate odors and keep your litter box just the way you and your cat like it—undetectable. The Plain Jane: For your simple cat that doesn’t much care for the adornments, try your favorite litter box with our favorite cat litter! Frisco Multi-Cat Clumping Cat Litter is an all-natural clay cat litter that forms easy-to-clean clumps. The odor-neutralizing technology and fragrance-free formula will give your kitty a nice, smell-free box. With the low-dust litter, she’ll breathe even easier, and the low-tracking granules will keep her from tracking cat litter all over your home. Once you find the right litter box fit for your kitty, keep his space clean and smelling fresh with the help of a Litter Genie Plus Cat Litter Disposal System. Designed to trap and hold the waste and odor of your cat’s daily bathroom breaks for up to two months, this cat litter disposal system is the ultimate odor-control system for you and your four-legged friend.
Families looking for a bird as a pet bird may come across conures when doing their research. With more than 100 different species and subspecies of conures, parents and children can easily be overwhelmed by all the conures they can choose from. Conures make great family pets, in short, because: They adapt easily. There are many types of conures that are ideal for first or experienced bird owners. Conures are reasonably priced and easily obtainable. You can adopt too! Conures are great in groups or alone. Conures’ cages don’t take up as much space. Let’s explore those reasons some more.
There are several possible reasons for your cat’s change in voice. Viral upper respiratory infections (herpes virus and/or calicivirus) are a common cause. In most cases, the cat will exhibit other signs of a respiratory infection, such as runny eyes, snotty nose and lots of sneezing. These viruses can cause laryngitis on occasion, and a hoarse or lost voice can be the result. Less common causes include tumors involving the vocal cords or larynx and a condition called laryngeal paralysis, in which the nerve that controls the vocal folds becomes damaged, causing the larynx not to open properly, resulting in a change of voice. Even though most cases are due to upper respiratory infections, which are fairly benign, a change in voice should be evaluated by your veterinarian. In most cases, a cause is never identified. However, your vet might want to sedate your cat to perform a detailed evaluation of the throat and vocal cords to make sure there are no masses or obstructions and to evaluate for laryngeal paralysis.,Q.
While football fans are cheering on their favorite teams in the biggest game of the season, Chewy’s making sure animals in need feel the love, too. No matter who wins on Sunday, we’re donating 59,000 pounds of pet food to two incredible organizations: The KC Pet Project: A lifesaving animal shelter in Kansas City that works tirelessly to care for and rehome pets. The Pennsylvania SPCA: Helping pets find loving homes and supporting animal welfare in Philly and beyond.,We at Chewy have a soft spot for all animals—even when they’re on a football helmet. So we’re celebrating the Big Game with a donation of 59,000 pounds of food for pets in animal shelters and rescues. Plus, we’re giving away free treats to pets and their parents, no matter who they’re rooting for.
Summer is swiftly approaching, which means you’ll want to find a few good beach reads. Why not add a pet book or two to your summer reading list? Here are some new titles in animal books that will help you to learn a little more about your fur baby. Who said fun in the sun can’t be educational?
While they are best known for their singing ability, it’s usually only the males that sing. The canary was: Once only owned by the wealthy who could afford these beautiful singing wonders Used in coal mines to warn workers of noxious fumes The inspiration for Tweety of The Loony Tunes Thinking of bringing home one of these colorful birds? Before you do, I’ve got a few facts for you.
Those who share their lives with a pet mouse know just how smart and inquisitive these little pipsqueaks can be. They play hard and sleep hard too! If you are new to mice as companions or are perplexed by some of the behaviors your pet mouse displays, here is a rundown of common mouse behaviors and what they might mean.
Quaker parrots are illegal in several states, but they make great pets. While the normal green and gray coloring of the quaker parrot does not immediately qualify it as a brightly colored bird, beauty is only feather deep. It is the character of the species that makes them stand out from other parrot species, said Giovanni Cordeiro, whose 40 years of experience with birds includes 10 years with quaker parrots. Character, indeed. While every parrot species is different — as is every individual pet bird and parrot — there are several traits that make quakers, well, quakers.
While the origins of our beloved pups may be contested among historians and dog lovers alike, some breeds are can trace their roots from ancient Egypt to the first Americans. We’ve asked Certified Animal Behavior Consultant Steve Dale to share the oldest breeds known to man.
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