Cats - July 2007

2007-07-22 09:37:18 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous

My cat has cystals in his urinary tract and is taking 'Hill's Prescription Diet S/D' cat food for treatment. (FYI That cat food is low in phosphorus and magnesium.) I was wondering if there was another type that would be a good alternative. Maybe Hill's Science Diet?
I am not satisfied with the vet I had been taking him to, and will be changing vets, so I'd rather not ask them (which is where I got the food from.) I was wondering if any vets/vet techs. have any opinions about that food, or an alternative suggestion...
Thank you!

2007-07-22 09:30:52 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

Everytime someone new comes near him, he would get mad and attack that person. THis only happens when new people gets near him. I don't know what to do.... Can't displine him much..

2007-07-22 09:28:58 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have 2 kittens who are sisters and we got them at the same time from someone giving them away. However, one of them chews on a stuffed animal I have and at the same time like claws it with her paws (like she's fluffing it or something). Was she taken from her mother too soon? We've had them since around February, so it's been awhile since they've been with their mom and only our one kitten does that. I was just wondering why and if there is anything we can do for her to make her stop? Thanks!

2007-07-22 09:18:29 · 8 answers · asked by Scheyenne W 2

I really want to know if my cats can see color or black and white

2007-07-22 09:18:14 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

My husband and I rescued two baby kittens a few months ago. They were so cute and tiny. With much loving care and devotion (I'm talking 3 am bottle-feedings) they've grown into very healthy rubunctious four month old boys. The problem is we live in a studio apartment. We don't mind sharing our space with "our babies" however I am beginning to worry that they may not have enough space to grow into. Is there an amount of space that two cats need? Will they be able to live comfortably in our studio? I sure hope so. I have grown so attached to them. I couldn't bear to let them go. They are indoor cats only so far.

2007-07-22 09:11:11 · 10 answers · asked by Mandie S. 1

I am hoping a Veterinarian may see this and know the answer. FIP is short for Feline Infectious Peritonitis and it is a virus. I have found a wonderful cat at a shelter that I would like to adopt but I do not know if there is any risk of it catching this disease. My cat who died has not been in the house since July 9th. Does anyone out there know anything about this? Thank you for your help.

2007-07-22 08:53:40 · 7 answers · asked by Cindy A 1

I just got an adorable long haired, female gray kitten. Does anyone have any suggestions for a name?

2007-07-22 08:48:14 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

Since cats rely upon their tails so much to communicate their emotions and intentions,would a tailess or bobtailed cat be somewhat handicapped? I was wondering because I adopted a manx-type cat about three months ago,and the three cats that I already owned seem to be taking much longer to accept him than they did each other. He always approaches them in a friendly manner and isn't a bit pushy or aggressive,but they all reguard him with great suspicion and behave like they think he's really odd. Could it be that they can't read his body language as well?

2007-07-22 08:20:02 · 3 answers · asked by casatranio 2

2007-07-22 07:43:40 · 16 answers · asked by shuggiegh1 2

my cat just gave birth yesterday.and now all of the sudden is farting alot. She takes about 2 steps and then ...fart! its really starting to stink up my room.What could be the cause of this? The food i feed her is a mix of Special Kitty and Maxximum Kitten formula. as i am trying to convert her to Maxximun.

2007-07-22 07:34:57 · 4 answers · asked by beast 3

Today I went to a friends farm.There was a cat who nibbled-bit me,my dad said since it didnt break any skin theres no way that the virus could have gotten in u, and it didnt bleed.it has some redness over the mark but i cannot see the teeth marks.It is pretty small.I did wash it with dial and i am thinking about putting some antibacteria cream stuff on it....I am worried, but he says I have gotten a tetnis shot or whatever they call it.what should i do??The farm owner says they have been to the vet...thanks in advanced.

2007-07-22 07:27:02 · 8 answers · asked by VampireBLOOD. 3

She just started getting weepy sores on the inside of her lips. When I checked inside her mouth I noticed inflamed sores on one side of her mouth and now they are spreading to the other side. What would cause this?

2007-07-22 06:53:46 · 8 answers · asked by Porsche 2

2007-07-22 06:49:48 · 6 answers · asked by Jenkat 1

We have two adult female cats and we had just brought in a kitten. The other two cats go in the litter box, but the kitten always wants to go behind our couch and love seat all of the time. How is the best way to get her to stop going there and start going in the litter box?
My wife takes her and the poo to the litter box, to show her where to go but it seems not to work very well.

2007-07-22 06:42:18 · 20 answers · asked by cbauer_74 1

hes 12

2007-07-22 06:40:55 · 9 answers · asked by pumpmar 2

I brush my cats teeth everyday but my oldest who is 4 years old has BAD teeth.

Some are perfectly fine but theres about 3 that are really bad. The skin is completely red and swollen .. and when i watch him eat, a lot of times i don't hear him chew. I hear no crunching at all.
Then, since he eats the food whole he ends up throwing up later. Poor guy.

Will he do better after he gets 1 or all 3 pulled?
Should i get all 3 pulled?

Do you know about how much it will cost me per tooth?

Thanx.

Heres a picture of 2 of the teeth that are hurting him. They are on his left side/top. The other 1 or maybe 2 are the tiny top/front teeth.

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f234/jbledsoe86/100_7947.jpg

and p.s .. all of my cats are inside only and only get wet food about once a week, sometimes not even that much.

2007-07-22 06:13:04 · 8 answers · asked by Mike Gravel 2008! 3

2007-07-22 06:11:56 · 11 answers · asked by edukarensc 1

I HAVE A CAT THAT IS 2 YEARS OLD AND I GOT HER FOR MY DAUGHTER FOR HER 8TH BIRTHDAY WE FELL IN LOVE WITH HER AND NOW I HAVE A TO DECIDE WHAT TO DO ....ON FRIDAY THE 13TH WE CAME HOME AND SHE WAS CRYING WE RAN TO HER AND SHE COULDNT MOVE SHE HAD A ANAL ABSESS THAT BUSRT INSIDE OF HER AND IT MADE A HOLE FROM THE BOTTOM OF HER TAIL TO HER ANAL IT WAS THE SIZE OF A GOLF BALL AND IT WAS THE MOST WORST THING I EVER SEEN SO WE RUSHED HER TO THE VET ANDN THEY SAID THEY COULD TEY TO STICH IT UP BUT THEY COULDNT PROMISE ME THE STICHES WOULD STAY SO I LET THEM TRY TO STICH IT AND IT DIDNT WORK SO I TOOK HER TO ANOTHER VET AND HE STICHED IT ALL UP AGAIN AND TOLD ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO KEEP HER FOR 14 DAYS BUT THEY WOULD NOT PROMISE ME ANYTHING SO NOW IT OPENED AGAIN AND THE VET IT TELLING ME THAT IT MAY OR MAY NOT HEEL AND IS ALWAYS GOING TO BE GETTING INFECTED CUZ OF WHERE THE WHOLE IS FROM HER BOUL AND HE THINKS SHE MIGHT HAVE TO BE PUT TO SLEEP .THIS IS THE WORST THING I HAVE TO DO

2007-07-22 06:09:23 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've had loads of cats and they have all loved water.
From sitting on the edge of the bath wattching me ablute....to helping with the dishwashing, paws in testing the temp.
What is your opinion/experience?

2007-07-22 06:04:54 · 16 answers · asked by Cilly Buggah 4

At my Grandma's house, a wild cat (affectionalty called "Cat"), has 4 kittens. 3 are orange with white striped. The other is a miniature Cat, a calico tabby mix. Anyways, the kittens are only about 6 weeks old, and Cat and one or 2 of the orange/white ones will let you pet them when they are eating. I picked one up for about 4 seconds when i was visiting. They won't try and scratch you etc. when you pick them up, they just want down.

Cat will also let you pet her if you call her. My grandfather says they'll be more social as they age, but somehow I just doubt it. What can they do?

2007-07-22 05:58:36 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

So - there is a stray cat outside of my house (we live in the country, so there are a lot of barns nearby). This cat has been coming around for months now - and we keep ignoring it. The cat has warmed up to us starting a few weeks ago. We are not looking for a new cat - and know that we should take the cat to the vet. The cat keeps coming around, and stays around our house - should we feed it anyway? It looks like an older, wild cat. We have two cats - The tabby cat is an outdoors cat - that gets along with the stray cat and black cat we have doesn't really do anything about the stray. Our outdoor cat looks like it's started a friendship with this cat. I know it may be a barn cat from down the street, and don't want to rip it from it's home. what should we do!?

2007-07-22 05:32:21 · 20 answers · asked by Mallory C 2

my cat keeps wanting to touch her nose to my right eyelid. Could she be smelling the lazik contact? What are your thoughts?

2007-07-22 05:00:44 · 4 answers · asked by sophieb 7

I have 4 cats. They have access to food whenever they want, but 2 of them are overweight, so i want to schedule their feedings. But, the cats do different things during the day. Some sleep, some go outside, and I think it might be hard to get them all to eat at certain times of the day. And, how would I feed them? If I feed them all at the same time, some cats might want more and eat some of anothers cat's share of the food. Does anybody have any suggestions? Thanks.

2007-07-22 04:50:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

My one cat got scared by a dog (a rottweiller), who jumped up at the window (the kids who did it though it was funny, but thats besides the point), she then attacked me (and drew blood in several places from my legs) and my other cat (who happens to be her mum), and now the other cat is absolutely terrified and refuses to come out. I've tried feeding her and stroking her, but she just shies away. This happened this morning. Any ideas on how I can calm her down? Her daughter is still trying to get into the window and is growling and hissing- any ideas with that one?

Sensible ideas would be most welcome.

2007-07-22 04:47:29 · 17 answers · asked by Libby 3

2007-07-22 04:44:31 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Whats the best name for my kitten which is grey . i cant tell weather its a she or he. i would like a name to have some meening with her colour. please help.

2007-07-22 04:38:47 · 80 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-22 04:36:27 · 10 answers · asked by littlegreenalien 1

Have been adopted recently by a cute black cat. Female (I think). Been living locally for a couple of years. Think spayed as have never seen any kittens. Has a few small scabs - one to the side of the bald patch. Not seen her scratching at it, or trying to lick it. Have used a spot on de-wormer and can't find any fleas. I know nothing about cats. No signs of skin complaints - just the odd little scab. Am assuming that as an outdoor cat, these are not unusual.Is it something to worry about?

2007-07-22 04:32:06 · 16 answers · asked by blackgrumpycat 7

There is a patch on my cat's back where the hair is kinda standing up and hard. It's also a bit bald. It's been there for a few months now and not going away. At first I thought it was something messed on her, but obviously it is something else. She doesn't like you touching it.
What could it be?

2007-07-22 04:30:42 · 5 answers · asked by roscomeow 1