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 ©2001-2010 Studio One Networks Wed, 17 Mar 2010 03:10:01 EST Wed, 17 Mar 2010 03:10:01 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/stray_help/index.html If you find a stray but cannot keep it, try socializing it before finding it another home. Train it to use a litter box and to be petted and held, since socialized kitties stand a better chance of being adopted. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/stray_help/index.html Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/adopt_from_shelter/index.html Animal shelters must screen their cats for health and temperament, whereas pet adoption ads posted on the Web or in newspapers by individuals are usually unregulated. Adopting a new cat from a shelter is therefore often the best, safest option. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/adopt_from_shelter/index.html Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EDT http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/toxic_milk/index.html Although milk is not toxic to cats, it can cause digestive upset in many felines. Look instead for special cat milk, which has been treated with an enzyme that prevents stomach problems. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/toxic_milk/index.html Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/kitty_obesity/index.html Obesity can lead to many feline health problems. If your cat no longer has a proportional figure (it loses its "waist"), check with your veterinarian whether your tabby is too tubby. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/kitty_obesity/index.html Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/scratch_acceptable_objects/index.html To train your cat to scratch acceptable objects, sprinkle catnip and a few food treats on a sisal-wrapped scratching post, a corrugated cardboard scratcher or even a non-treated fireplace log. Place it next to the object you wish to protect. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/scratch_acceptable_objects/index.html Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/dangerous_toys/index.html Cats love to play with rubber bands, milk rings, string, pins, needles and even dental floss, but these tiny “toys” can be dangerous for your pet. Be sure to keep them out of paw's reach. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/dangerous_toys/index.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/behavior_gender_breed/index.html A cat's gender and breed do not always predict the individual's temperament. Keep your options open when deciding upon whether or not to adopt a particular breed or gender. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/behavior_gender_breed/index.html Tue, 9 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/cant_have_cat_volunteer/index.html If you cannot own a cat due to household restrictions, consider volunteering for a local shelter or animal rescue group. You'll meet new friends who share your fondness for felines, and you'll spend quality time with kitties. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/cant_have_cat_volunteer/index.html Mon, 8 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/adopt_adult_cat/index.html Consider adopting an adult cat. They require less “startup” time than kittens, are usually spayed or neutered and are most often up-to-date with vaccinations. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/adopt_adult_cat/index.html Fri, 5 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/feline_first_aid_kit/index.html Assemble a feline first-aid kit. Be sure to include hydrogen peroxide, hydrocortisone ointment, absorbent cotton, a pair of tweezers, sterile eyewash solution, and a syringe for giving oral medications. Latest Tips http://www.thedailycat.com/tips/feline_first_aid_kit/index.html Thu, 4 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST