http://www.thedailycat.com The Daily Cat is a site for cats and cat lovers alike with tips, products and know how about anything cat related. en-us Copyright ©2001-2009 Studio One Networks Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:50:58 EST Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:50:58 EST Dogs webCOMAND http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://www.thedailycat.com/images/banner_logo.jpg http://www.thedailycat.com 0 0 http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/kitty_household_hazards/index.html Survey your home for common kitty household hazards, including dangling electrical cords, poisonous plants, garbage disposal switches, drapery cords, open clothes dryers, ripped screen doors and breakables to ensure that your cat is truly safe. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/kitty_household_hazards/index.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/positive_reinforcement/index.html "Punishment" is not in your cat's vocabulary. Positive reinforcement of good behavior -- with treats, attention and verbal praise -- solves most kitty behavioral problems. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/positive_reinforcement/index.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/donate_unwanted_toys/index.html If your cat snubs a new food or toy, consider donating the unwanted items to a local shelter or animal rescue group. Call in advance to confirm that such donations are accepted. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/donate_unwanted_toys/index.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/widen_your_search/index.html Local animal shelters often work together within a community, so don't restrict your pet search to just one type, such as a "no-kill shelter." Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/widen_your_search/index.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/limit_treats/index.html Limit treat intake for your cat. Treats should never exceed more than 10 percent of your pet's daily diet. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/limit_treats/index.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/help_prevent_hairballs/index.html Fur balls occur when cats clean themselves, ingesting their own fur. While these are common, be sure to brush your cat's coat on a regular basis so that this doesn't lead to serious, and even fatal, problems. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/help_prevent_hairballs/index.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/no_nipping/index.html Mother cats teach their kittens to inhibit biting, so kittens removed from mom at a young age may nip more. Encourage acceptable behavior by offering toys to pounce on instead. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/no_nipping/index.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/no_bus_train/index.html Neither Amtrak nor Greyhound allows pets, so consider flying or driving to your destination. Check with your carrier before the trip, as each airline has its own policies regarding pets. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/no_bus_train/index.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/shelter_followup/index.html Many animal shelters provide follow-up assistance after you adopt your cat. Check with your local shelter to see if pet parenting, behavioral training or other classes are offered. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/shelter_followup/index.html Mon, 9 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/vitamins/index.html Vitamins can often do more harm than good, especially as quality commercial cat foods provide the correct balance of vitamins, nutrients and calories. Check with your veterinarian before considering supplements. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/vitamins/index.html Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST