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Do you think you might have an arthritic cat? Have you looked for ways to help ease his pain? Have you learned some things about the treatment for arthritis in cats? My 16-year-old cat, Pogo, has arthritis. Since I brought him home from the shelter 2 1/2 years ago, his health has improved considerably, and … Read more
If your cat has dandruff, you may be wondering: How do you treat cat dandruff? Have you noticed white flakes on your cat’s fur? Chances are, it’s dandruff. Actually, this condition consists of skin cells sloughed off from your cat’s body. Before you try any kind of treatment, you’d need to contact your vet and … Read more
Hello, two-leggeds, and greetings from Lucinda the literate cat. It’s my turn to entertain or educate you, or at least to give you another post to read. Today is my rant day, so be prepared. The issue I’d like to discuss concerns the Covid virus. The latest updates tell us that cats can become infected … Read more
Have you heard of the “clipnosis” technique? Using this method, you can calm cats naturally. Save your cat some trauma at the vet’s or even during such times as nail-clipping at home. This technique uses clips to gently squeeze the skin at the back of the cat’s neck. Researchers have named the process “clipnosis” because … Read more
Let’s face it — for all the centuries that cats have been domesticated, they still remain enigmas. We find ourselves still puzzled by the question, “how do cats think?” This post will offer some suggestions and ask some questions, as Lucinda the literate cat and her CCL (Cantankerous Cat Lady) give their views on the … Read more
Recently my good friend, Kate, gave me a great cat book. It’s called “The Cat Repair Book,” by Ruth B. James, DVM. It’s crammed with do-it-yourself information for the cat owner. It contains a great deal of valuable data, so I will review one chapter in this post. This chapter tells us how to care … Read more
How does your cat love you? Can you read the signs he uses to express his love? A cat shows more subtle signs of love than a dog, and yet he demonstrates his feelings in his own way. This post includes a partial list of common ways a cat has of showing love. You may … Read more
A cat can become ill, just as you can. This post will discuss 10 common health problems for cats, and how to deal with them. Learn some hints as to causes and how to deal with these problems. 1) Vomiting There is not much that can get me out of bed faster at night than … Read more
We are often puzzled when it comes to understanding cats’ behavior. Carole C. Wilbourn, cat therapist, has written a fascinating book called “Cat Talk: What Your Cat Is Trying To Tell You.” This book may give you valuable clues. Before we delve into the book, we need to understand some things about the cat brain. … Read more
If you have been hunting for an affordable pet care plan, take a look at Eusoh. They have established a “community health plan that reimburses you for your pet’s medical, wellness, illness and routine care expenses.” The company wants to supply the best community health care that money can buy. They also wish to eliminate … Read more