Instructions Step 1: Know if the cat lover on your list own a cat or just likes them. Different gifts can be given to cat owners versus someone who likes cat-themed things, but doesn't own a cat. Also, know what breed of cat the cat lover is interested...
Instructions Step 1: Cat owners who have more than one cat may have trouble determining whether their cats are playing or having a real cat fight. One way to determine this is if the cats take turns being the dominant cat or the aggressor. If the cats...
Instructions Examine Your Cat’s Diet Step 1: Read the ingredients of your cat's food, paying close attention to sources of fiber that affect a cat’s digestive system. Note what percentage of fat content the food contains and how many grains...
Instructions Step 1: Understand what cats are. A cat is very independent. She loves you and needs you, but not all the time. She isn't a dog and won't always shower you with attention. Keeping this in mind can make loving a cat easier. Step 2: Learn how...
Instructions Step 1: Keep your first cat's temperament and age in mind when choosing your second cat. If your first cat is young and playful, you might consider adopting an energetic and youthful cat or kitten. However, if your first cat is a shy and...
Instructions How to Choose a Cat Step 1: Do not choose your cat based on appearance. Although looks are an important factor, you should not choose your cat based on looks alone. You will want to find out what kind of personality a cat has. If you have...
Instructions Step 1: Let your cat sleep with you every night. Better yet, let him share your pillow. He may curl himself around your head. If this is too drastic for you, a heated cat bed is also a good way to pamper your cat. Step 2: A large walk-in...
Hi! I'm Matt Cail and on behalf of Expert Village, I'm going to show you how to make a cat costume for this Halloween. What are a couple of easy accessories you can add to your cat costume to amplify your feline nature. One of the things you can do is of...
Instructions Step 1: Use caution when playing with cats. The best way to prevent CSD is to avoid cats altogether because they are the primary means of infection and you should never tease or provoke a cat. Strays or unfamiliar cats should not be handled...
I'm Sylva Kelegian here with Expert Village with Simone Luncher from Pet Mania in Burbank and she's going to talk a little bit about rescuing cats. Well we have rescued also a lot of cats among other animals as well and I always tell people if you do...
Hi, this is Dr.Greg McDonald, and I’m coming to you from Expert Village.com. We are talking a little bit about safety in your cat and first aid. One of the things that I am a big proponent of is keeping your cat indoors. Whenever your cat comes to...
Most cats like to have their own litter box. Learn more about litter box training for cats and kittens with tips from a veterinarian in this free pet care video.
Instructions Step 1: A cat tree is sometimes called a cat condo. A cat tree can be purchased in varying heights. If cats could talk, they would tell you the higher the cat tree the better! Step 2: When you go to look for a cat tree you will find that...
I am Dr. Adrienne Mulligan on behalf of expertvillage.com and I have a few cats in my household and so I try to keep them entertained with toys and there is a lot of different ways and different toys that cats get accustomed to using and some like ones...
Instructions Step 1: Socialize cats early and often. Expose young cats to people of all ages as well as to other cats and dogs if you think you may ever want another pet. The older the cat, the longer the socializing process takes. Step 2: Allow cats to...
This is Grace Fitzpatrick here on behalf of Expert Village and I am going to talk to you about keeping your cats off your furniture. It is natural for cats to scratch. They have claws that grow back really quickly and if they don't keep them sharpened at...
Instructions Step 1: Start showing affection toward the cat as soon as possible. Cats who have regular, positive experiences with humans as kittens are much more likely to enjoy being held when they are adults. Stroking and picking up young kittens help...
Instructions Step 1: Determine if your cat's personality has drastically changed. Do you have an outgoing and friendly cat who has recently been hiding? Do you have a standoffish cat that has been needing more attention? These signs can also be a result...
Instructions Step 1: Some pet owners will leave their cats at home alone with extra bowls of food and water readily available for their pets. However, these pet owners are usually distracted on their trips by thoughts of guilt, worry and fear about what...
So the first thing we want to talk about is where the cat was obtained. There are several different factors involved with that. Very very important to know the cats background and that helps us do the proper things for the cat in the future. As far as...
Instructions Step 1: Spay and neuter all of your cats, especially if you have cats of both genders. Otherwise your multiple cat household ends up growing larger in size whether you want it to or not. Step 2: Provide as many litter boxes as you have cats...
Instructions Step 1: Look for changes in eating habits. Weight loss, even when eating more than usual, can be a clear sign. The thyroid is working overtime but it is not giving enough nutrients to the cat's body. This can cause a cat to eat more and be...
Instructions Things You’ll Need: Patience Step 1: The cat is a bona fide member of your family; treat him accordingly. Respect the cat for being what it is: a cat. Cats scratch, cry, pee and poop. Step 2: Make sure the cat has some kind of...
Instructions Step 1: Provide your cat with its own place to call home. This doesn’t have to be anything fancy. A box, turned sideways with a blanket or pillow to sit on, will satisfy your cat’s need for safe seclusion. Step 2: Break out the...
Instructions Things You’ll Need: Cats Litter boxes Cat food and bowls Vaccinations Dewormer Good relations with health care professionals and members of your own household How to Introduce a New Cat to a Cat Home Step 1: Assess the health of the...