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What Kind Of Cat Is A Good Mouser?

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A cat has natural hunter instincts that it can use to keep your house mouse-free. … The ability to be a mouser is an instinctual quality in cats and cannot always be taught, but there are things you can do to develop these skills in cats who have those instincts. Adopt a cat to be your pet, not to become a mouser. Do male or female cats catch mice better? It has been said that female cats are...

Which Cat Food Cans Are BPA Free?

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There are BPA-free cans in the market. According to the Can Manufacturers Institute, BPA in cans is a matter of the past. Allegedly, about 95 percent of modern food cans have no BPA-based linings. Instead, they use acrylic, polyester, non-BPA epoxies or olefin polymers. How do I know if my canned food has BPA? They have added a resin code, the number that you typically see on the bottom of plastic...

What Is The Average Life Expectancy Of An Indoor Cat?

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Average cat lifespan Cats may not really have nine lives, but factors such as diet, healthcare and environment can have an impact on how long a cat can live. … While dependent on many things, including luck, some domestic cats can live to up to 20 years old. Can a cat live 30 years? The average lifespan for a pet cat is probably around 13 to 14 years. However, although their lifespan varies,...

Why Does My Cat Wag His Tail When I Pet Him?

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Cats Wag Their Tails When They’re Feeling Secure If you’re petting your cat and they acknowledge you by moving their tail a bit or your cat is wagging their tail while they are purring, they’re feeling secure. This is a good sign you’re free to keep petting your beloved cat and showing them that you care. Trust us. Why do cats wiggle their tail when you talk to them? Cats swish...

Can A Cat Talk To Another Cat?

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Meowing means “pay attention to me.” Broadly speaking, cats meow to let you know they’re sick, want want some playtime or petting time, they’re hungry, they’re lonely or they’re stressed. They also meow to say hello, or in protest when you leave. How do cats communicate with other cats? “The primary way in which cats communicate with each other is through scent...

What Did Koko Sign When Her Cat Died?

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Watch an excerpt from a 2006 PBS-BBC documentary called “Koko: The Gorilla Who Talks.” All Ball died after being hit by a car. Cohn said she was devastated by the kitten’s death. Did Koko really know sign language? Koko did not master “sign language.” She only learned some signs in American Sign Language, but not all of it. … I would say that Koko used an inventory of learned, conventional...

What If My Cat Eats A Philodendron?

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6 Philodendron No other group of plants is as widely used indoors as philodendrons, but they are poisonous to humans and pets. Eating them can cause burning and swelling of lips, tongue, and throat, plus vomiting and diarrhea. Like ivy, philodendrons have a trailing habit, so keep them far from the floor. What houseplant is safe for cats? Popular houseplants that are also pet-safe include spider plants,...

Why Is My Cat More Affectionate After Being Spayed?

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Spaying is a type of surgical operation that causes noticeable changes in cats’ sexual behaviour, but it does not change their personality. Are neutered cats more affectionate? However there are many misconceptions about the impact and expectations surrounding this procedure. Cat neutering is best done before a cat reaches sexual maturity. … Neutered cats also develop more affection to...