Cats - November 2007

2007-11-12 11:06:29 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

ok well our cat has fleas it is a long story but ill get to the point she had fleas for a long time down in our basement so we didnt let her down there and we bombed upstairs and downstairs and the basement in the summer it has gone away alot there used to be tons but a few days ago she went back down the basement and got more on her she always has these flip outs when she starts pulling her hair out and she eats it so some time she has hairballs but i want to no when the will die there sopposed to in the cold and its been cold for awhile even in the basement (we did try frontline before it didnt help very much)wat else could we do

also she cant just sit still without getting a bite and she has some spots where shes bald, on the inside of her hind legs, at the begging of her tail(well she isnt bald there but she always gets bit there) and on here neck(the side when shes facing u andlooking right at her

what can we do????

2007-11-12 10:40:22 · 6 answers · asked by . 2

My 5-6 year old female cat normally drinks a lot of water during the day -- I would guess at around a 1/2 cup a day. She's not acting sick, and she generally has a large amount of energy. Should I be concerned?

2007-11-12 10:20:19 · 2 answers · asked by hanyo_dossta 2

I cannot afford to go to the vet but I am curious as to what it could be. It's getting better with me just wiping it clean with water, so I think it is clearing up, but like I said, I am curious what it is. Does anyone have any ideas?

2007-11-12 10:16:14 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

My cat seems to have a problem with his claws at the moment. He keeps getting them stuck in things e.g. the carpet as he walks, the furniture if he stands up against it or your clothes if he’s sat on you. He doesn’t seem to be in pain with it just a bit surprised and panicked when he’s claws are stuck. His claws do seem quite long however he’s never had a problem before or needed his claws trimmed and I though cats do this naturally anyway. He’s always refused to use a scratching post or anything similar but like he said it’s never been a problem. Also at the base if his claws it looks red and if it’s sore – although he doesn’t complain even if you touch the red parts.

He’s otherwise fit and healthy.

Hope someone has an idea of what the problem is and how to stop it.

Thanks

2007-11-12 09:39:28 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-12 09:28:28 · 12 answers · asked by flowers 1

how do cats do it with the male cat

2007-11-12 09:25:31 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

by sight alone, by smell alone, or not at all?

2007-11-12 08:39:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

does anyone know if it ok to take them for a walk I live on a busy road so I don't want them to go out on there own?

2007-11-12 08:39:08 · 29 answers · asked by lowerfoxdale 1

I like cats,but haven`t one f my own and I find the neighbours cats are using my garden as a toilet,I`m trying tea bags soaked in eucalyptas oil,but any other ideas,please,it`s sooo annoying

2007-11-12 07:53:50 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

i was devastated but after a year we decided to buy a new cat.she seems very happy but when i try to leave the house she runs to the door.i couldnt forgive myself if she died too

2007-11-12 07:32:34 · 27 answers · asked by jane h 2

2007-11-12 06:21:04 · 39 answers · asked by Anonymous

cats...
My friend has three kittens she needs to get rid of but I am scared my car will not like it.
My cat is three and has never been around another cat.
My neighbor got a kitten and my cat freaked out-hissed, etc
IS that normal?
Can I leave them alone?
Help!

2007-11-12 06:03:54 · 6 answers · asked by Willow 5

This used to be funny, but then I saw how much it hurt my dog and now I want it to stop.
My cat is always biting my dog. Both of my pets love spots in our house that are near windows and let a nice patch of sunlight on to the carpet. My dog, Missy, will lay down all nice and cozy in a sunny spot in my bedroom or the living room or something, and the cat will see her and get angry he doesn't have a sun spot. He walks over to the sun spot, trying to look sort in intimidating (I think) and stand next to the dog. The dog is partially deaf and never hears him. Then, the cat gives her a really hard bite on the ear. She'll yelp and get up. I hate it because she looks so sad.
And, sometimes the cat just bites the dog for fun, but the dog hates it. I hate seeing her all sad like that, but yelling at Leo while or directly after he does it doesn't work. He just does it when I'm not looking.
How can I make Leo stop biting her?

2007-11-12 05:48:02 · 8 answers · asked by Sucre Noir 5

We've had our kitty since Feb. and are thinking of getting him a buddy next month. The thing is, he's kind of a fraidy cat. Anytime people come over, he runs and hides. I'm guessing he isn't as afraid of animals, of course. In his foster home, he was surrounded by cats and a dog and was fine - but that was a long time ago and we just can't tell if he'll be ok with another cat or if he prefers being an only child. Would a trial run visiting a friend's cat maybe help?

2007-11-12 05:31:59 · 93 answers · asked by RoxC 1

She's like playing with a kitten toy and meowing.
I tried picking her up but she didn't want to be held.

2007-11-12 05:23:20 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Adopted a 4 month old kitten in September who is cool except for the fact when you try to play with her she always wants to bite/scratch. I thought this was an adjustment problem for her but its starting to become a bit of a pain especially since she jumps on everyone including my 4 year old. Anyone have any suggestions or ideas when this problem will end. I thought I was getting a kitty i could love and play with but shes becoming a pain. Next step back to the shelter!

2007-11-12 05:08:18 · 12 answers · asked by AH SHIIII... 2

I have three cats and am determined to put up my Christmas tree this year (last year my ex didn't let me because he was afraid the cats would knock it over). It is only a small tree (like three feet) that I usually put on my side table. I have some cute decorations and I love Christmas, but I don't want to clean up my ornaments every single day!! For you guys that deal with this all the time (I have only had cats for 2 years, and the first year I got my kitty in January so the tree was already down), how do you keep your cat away from the tree? I was thinking of putting it in my bedroom, so I could close the door when I'm not here, but then my friends and guests wouldn't see it. What if I attach it to the wall so that it won't be knocked over? I need your thoughts and tips, because like I said I love decorating but I don't want the cats knocking things over and eating ornaments!!

2007-11-12 04:31:44 · 155 answers · asked by bendypants 3

I have yet another stray cat in the yard. I do not know if it is a drop off, or a lost pet. It appears to be not yet a year old, though almost big enough to be. Skinny as a rail, friendly enough but shy. It has long fur so I cannot tell if it male or female, and I am thinking it must have some illness like parasites since it has obviously been outside for quite some time.
I am willing to get it to a vet and have it gone over completely, but have no where to keep it. It cannot be in the house as we have three other cats, so does anyone have any ideas where I can take this to get it adopted out? Three different animal hospitals around here all told me they are full, and do not accept full grown cats. I told them it looked like a kitten but bigger. It's cute-it looks like Sylvester the cat. I really don't want to leave it outside as when it cries, it's like ringing the dinner bell for the coyotes.
Any suggestions, please.

2007-11-12 04:01:57 · 9 answers · asked by Jed 7

Either the cat stops scratching the wallpaper or my mum says she has to go. Please give me some advice.
Also do many vets declaw cats as I have heard not many will do it?
have seen a number of claw protectors you can glue on but she wont let me touch her legs or sit still

2007-11-12 03:47:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-12 03:29:10 · 12 answers · asked by Krystal 2

I need an AFFORDABLE WAY way to keep 6 mos old kitty (born under my house and left as orphan) warm in outside box, lined with something that will not attract moisture or outside rodents, but keep him warm in freezing conditions. I hear hay isn't a good idea. He is exclusively an OUTSIDE cat and cannot be brought indoors. Never been in cold conditions. I don't want to take him to the humane society just b/c I can't keep him warm and I don't know where else to take him. Surely there is something I can find -- and not have to purchase to make myself for his warmth... We have no $$ to spend on this endeavor. I know paper is a good insulator and I have boxes I can make him something, just not sure what to line it with. I also have some of those "wafflely" foam bedpads, but they don't stay warm. Please help.

2007-11-12 03:20:05 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

How can I get a cat out of our shed house? It's taken up residence and refuses to come out! We tried to leave the door open and put milk in a cup right outside the door... (we never had cats, so we know very little about them) He's obviously stray, and must have gotten in there when we were putting decorations (halloween) away... now it's urinating, and living in there, I am affraid that it's sick, or will die!! HELP!! Anyone have any suggestions on how to get him the heck out of there!? Thanks!!

2007-11-12 02:58:05 · 16 answers · asked by Alexa 2

I just got a new kitten and I can't tell if it has a lot of ear wax or mites

2007-11-12 01:43:02 · 18 answers · asked by Kimmy 4

Thanks for reading my question!

My cat is a sweetheart. She just had a litter of 7 kittens (two little girls and 5 adorable boys). Well, it seems like she's having a hard time producing milk. I talked to my vet and he advised me to put her on some wet cat food.

Here's the few problems with that.
1. With the recalls going on lately I'm afraid to feed my baby anything bought in the store. Not only is it for her safety, but the safety of her kittens.
2. I'm not able to drive to the store to pick some up.
3. My pay check doesn't arrive until the 20th.

Unfortunately I'm financially challenged right now. I barely have food for myself.

All I have is eggs, milk, liver sausage (braunshweiger) , bread, and almost every veggie on earth.

What do I do? Any websites or recipes you can share with me and my babies?

Thanks in advance!

2007-11-12 00:44:12 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

My four month old kitten has worms. I have given her some worming medicine last week but it hasnt done any good, she is still hungry all the time and still has worms. How can i get rid of them and why do they make her so hungry?

2007-11-12 00:15:18 · 12 answers · asked by Stitch 4

My cat is always cute and caring. But i got horribly sick not too long ago, and realized she was extra caring, and was always watching over me. She never sleeps with me, because i toss and turn too much at night, but when i was feeling sick, she would sleep on top of me, or next to me, kiss me and then sleep close to me.

I know she watches my behavior, but is there anything else besides behavior? such as instinct?

How exactly do they know when your sick?

2007-11-11 23:05:19 · 9 answers · asked by Curious 3

Ok so I have a 6 months old cat he actually might be a little bit older....but ever since I got him he has done this...
Whenever Gibbs gets tired and is laying on you he will suck on whatever he can...I will be sleeping and wake up to him eaither sucking on my ear my lip my neck whatever he can get a hold of...
I dont know why he does this...but he onlyt does it when he sleeps or is like being really cuddley....
When he is sucking he will perr and kneed his paws...
Its really weird!!!
I have never heard of this...I have an older cat and he has never done it before...
Is this something he will grow out off??
Anyone have any ideas??

2007-11-11 22:23:34 · 14 answers · asked by Brittany 2

my kitten is about 6 months now, and for the last 2 weeks he has gotten into everything possible, i found him under the fridge and on the counters, on the cabinets and he knocks everything over, i tried everything to try n stop him but nothing works, im seriously thinking about givin him away bc of it but i dont want to, how do i get him to stop being such a sneek????? help me now!!!!!!

2007-11-11 21:53:22 · 12 answers · asked by brandyn n 1

My cats gums are pale-very light pink almost white- what does this mean? One of her big front teeth recently fell out too. Does anyone know what this could be? Shes due to have the drops on her neck which stop fleas on friday so maybe its worn off but could a cats gums get pale from just a few fleas? Or is this something worse like cat anemia or something?

2007-11-11 20:26:48 · 10 answers · asked by Little Star 3