Cats - July 2007

I recently found a worm on my cat. So I told my mom, and she went out and bought some expensive cat dewormer. But... ..I was looking online and I think my cat has tapeworms, not roundworms and thats what the dewormer is for. Would it still kill them off by any chance??

Also I have 2 kids, what should I do to keep my kids safe and not get them?

2007-07-28 03:46:04 · 10 answers · asked by Jean C 2

2007-07-28 03:16:53 · 9 answers · asked by mo_digliani 1

does anyone know of a home remedy flea killer that wont hurt sabrina or her un born pups?

2007-07-28 02:59:50 · 12 answers · asked by Elva G 1

I have three beautiful cats, the smallest one is always hissing on the other cats for no reason, sometimes I punish her by locking her in the closet for a while, but I feel very guilty after, can anyone tell me what to do?

2007-07-28 02:36:31 · 11 answers · asked by y i 1

I really want to get a cat, but I am worried becuase my neighbors have cats that walk around in our garden (and fight sometimes with other cats in the area). I don't want the cat to stay in the house the entire time, either, for several reasons.

2007-07-28 02:31:25 · 5 answers · asked by i_luv_maui123 1

My cat is limping on one of her front paws, i noticed this morning how long should i wait b4 taking her too the vet?

2007-07-28 01:47:39 · 19 answers · asked by Zombie 5

Or am I just lucky?

2007-07-28 01:30:53 · 6 answers · asked by seadog 5

and will she get cramps like human females do or what? (I have a 3 month old kitten....she's my baby, and I would like to know about this, as I do not know ANYTHING when it comes to cats and their cycles...) and how often will she have it? I mean, is it every month like humans or what? (she's inside all of the time and we have no other animals, so I am really debating on wether to get her "fixed" or not) Thanks in Advance.

2007-07-28 01:25:43 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just recently got a kitten, and it's recently been curious and running all over the place, making fights with whatever it comes in contact with.
When I'm with it though, it's calm and subtle... except sometimes it will even try to attack me!
I think it's playful, but how can I tell whether it intends to hurt me, or is just practicing for when It's full grown?

2007-07-28 01:18:20 · 13 answers · asked by danisuperhero 2

Disclaimer... I have NOT consulted a vet about this yet and would NEVER EVER seriously consider doing this until I have done extensive research by myself AND with a veterinarian.

That being said... I just adopted a kitten from the pet shelter. She is a beautiful little medium haired tabby kitten and is the sweetest thing. According to the shelter staff, when she was born her umbilical cord was wrapped tightly around her left rear foot and her paw ended up eventually falling off. She walks on her leg on soft surfaces like carpet, but when she walks on hard surfaces she hops to avoid walking on it. It looks like a little peg leg and the bone juts right up to the skin. I have done some research and it looks like amputation to avoid irritation is an option. Has anyone had a kitten that needed it's leg amputated? What is the cost? I know recovery isn't that long, but how did it effect the kitten? Any imput is appreciated! Thanks so much!! BTW... her name is NOT tripod. :)

2007-07-28 00:51:55 · 8 answers · asked by flcaoh 2

I'd like to clean out the kitty litter box, but I'm not sure what to use when doing it.. and how the best possible way would be. I'm figuring to use a hose, but what type of product should be used? I know bleach should NOT be used because it mixed with the urine will product harmful chemicals... anyone know?

Also, what's a suggestion for the cats to use in place of a litter box while I am washing /drying their regular one?

Thanks!

2007-07-28 00:33:25 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

hi ive got a 7yr old tom cat ive had him about 6 or 7 months hes quite big and does get let outside this morning me and my partner have noticed his tail is limp and hanging down its normally standing high. hes finding it hard to sit down but is waling i tried lifting his tail and he miawed which is something he never does he is quite a content cat and never miaws just purrs im really worried about him what could it be? with it being saturday in the area i live in its will be reallyhard to find a vet so i was hoping some one here could give me a clue as to what it could be

2007-07-28 00:18:16 · 5 answers · asked by liz 2

They make a sound that sounds like a full grown Bengal tiger. They go "RAH".
It is such a funny sound. Have you ever stepped on a cat's foot and heard it?.. My father used to wear big heavy wingtips and clunk up the stairs sometimes stepping on the cat's tail or foot, and I could always hear "Rah"., it is so funny...

2007-07-27 23:58:22 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

My cats always seem to cough up a fur ball in the middle of the night and do it right where i step to get out of bed. Has this ever happened to you?

2007-07-27 23:44:26 · 7 answers · asked by *tJ* 2

I have a cat who hides everytime my neices and nephews come to visit, or whenever the repairman comes over.... It is so funny... She just automatically hides, knowing she wants no part of it.

2007-07-27 22:27:05 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

well i am up tonight taking care of a kitten my son (20) found with its umbilical cord still attached. He looked for signs of mother or other kittens but found nothing so he brought it home. He takes a bottle, but not easily. takes a while for him to get the hang of it still. I wash him with a warm wet cloth like his mother would and hope for the best. I am going to call the city animal shelter to see if there are any nursing mothers that might take this baby as her own until he is old enough to bring home. Any encouraging words for me? Advice? I have other animals and they are curious about the baby but are not too interested. :)

2007-07-27 21:55:55 · 10 answers · asked by pink9364 5

my cat is a male that is nutured and declawed and he got out around 2 weeks ago i have knocked on doors called the vet called humaine socioty and placed adds in the paper with reward HELP i have had him since he was a baby i addopted him and his brother when there mom was ran over and nursed them to health after they was so sick any suggestions and do you think he will come back after bieng gone this long

2007-07-27 21:42:50 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

Getting rid of them is NOT an option since they are all part of our family and dearly loved. But they are ruining my house! Is there a product that I can use on things like woodwork, furniture, etc that keeps them away? Thanks for your help!

2007-07-27 21:03:14 · 17 answers · asked by Marie 7

My husband and I babysat two kittens for about 2 1/2 days a couple of weeks ago. A few days later, we had broken out with ringworm (the family who owns the kittens also has it, but much worse). We are about 2 weeks in of treating the fungus on us, but I am concerned that it may be all over our couch, where the kittens slept while they were here. Is there some sort of special shampoo or cleaner that I can get to clean my couch with? I can't take anything off of the couch and wash it, so it must be something that I can apply to the couch as is. Thanks!

2007-07-27 19:54:06 · 3 answers · asked by CM 2

I have a two month old kitten and he claws everything.I have considered de-clawing but, I have heard that it is painful and it might also change them and make them mean,sad,or moody.I have a sofa that is completely torn up by him.I love him to death and I can't really think of any other options.Do you think de-clawing is an ok thing to do or do you think it is cruel.I was wondering if anyone has any ideas to keep him from clawing everything I own.Thank you very much.Have a good day.

2007-07-27 19:17:06 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok, I don't have one. I'm just curious what they do when they aren't in season.

2007-07-27 18:14:12 · 11 answers · asked by sgregory1522 3

2007-07-27 17:50:49 · 11 answers · asked by Southern gal 1

i could never tell

2007-07-27 17:41:26 · 8 answers · asked by Hunny b 4

2007-07-27 16:57:41 · 11 answers · asked by Kelly A 1

Before I take him to the vet and spend a fortune I was hoping to find something I could do for him at home that may avoid a trip to the vets. Of course if he needs it I will take him so don't give me any comments on neglecting my cat please.
He has had runny eyes for a week and my aunt (who works with a cat care facility) has helped a great bit but no is out of town. He has a cold (resp. infection). I know for a human you rarely have to go to the doc so I was hoping I could do something for him first. He is eating fine and I have been making sure he is drinking plenty but his eyes are runny, his nose is warm and dry, and he has been sneezing and coughing alot. Oh, please does anyone have helpful advice? I would be very appreciative.

2007-07-27 16:25:20 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

is it good for my pregant cat to be drinking milk?

2007-07-27 16:24:45 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just got a cat and know little baout the background other then the people said he was about 8 weeks old. I gave him a bath and used dawn to get rid of most the flees but there are still some more.. I got flee medication but it says for kittens 8 weeks and up.. I am a bit unsure if he is 8 weeks yet. should I wait a bit longer to apply the medication or do it now because the flees are bad?
any suggestions?

2007-07-27 16:20:17 · 9 answers · asked by inbyronwetrust 1

He went to surgery this morning and they just said to keep him in a cage but they never said anything about feeding him or letting him use the litter box. Does anyone know when i will be bale to let him do his normal stuff? He hasn't eaten since yesterday night. Can anyone give me any advice?

2007-07-27 16:11:47 · 12 answers · asked by Ca L 1

I am depressed because i had to break up with my boyfreind because he wanted to just be freinds. I creid in front of my cat and she stood up on her back legs and touched my face with her front paws twice to try to prevent me fom leaving. But she ran away when she saw my red face from crying!!why isn't she sitting by me?? Does she hate me?

2007-07-27 15:58:51 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

so my shy part maine coone cat seems to have a 'nervous' skin". sometimes when I touch her ,her body seems to shiver/flutter particularly around her torso or so,as if the touch is almost too much. I have even observed at times when she is walking around it also occurs.any explanations on this??

2007-07-27 15:47:51 · 2 answers · asked by splitzorama 1