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Internal parasites of one kind or another are something that every cat owner must be aware of. Worms are transmitted through contact with parasite eggs or something that contains them, such as infected faeces. Your cat can pick up worms from a number of sources: from other animals, from fleas, or by eating wild prey […]

It can be tricky to tell the difference between male and female cats without peeking under the hood, as it were. Sometimes you don’t have an opportunity to sex a cat by looking at the genitals. Although it’s not an exact science, its possible to tell the difference between male and female cats by other

“Domestic shorthair” is a rather vague term. It doesn’t refer to a specific breed, like Oriental Shorthair or British Shorthair. Instead, it’s more of a blanket term covering any cat with short hair and no known pedigree. Some domestic shorthairs are simply mixed-breed moggies. Others may be crossed with recognisable breeds like the Siamese or

The domestic shorthair cat is the backbone of the feline population in many countries. The term applies to any cat with short hair and no specific pedigree. The term can also cover some mixed-breed cats, ones that have cross-bred with cats like the British Shorthair. The average lifespan of a domestic shorthair is about 13

Worms – internal parasites – are common in cats. They’re usually picked up when your pet roams outdoors. While a worm infestation is easy to resolve with proper treatment, the effects can be very unpleasant. Cats with worms tend to develop irritation of their sensitive hindquarters, which they may then drag on the floor. They’re

The term “domestic shorthair” covers a multitude of different cats. It’s an umbrella term covering all cats that have short hair but don’t belong to a specific breed. This can include everything from moggies of no known heritage to mixed-breed cats who have a known breed or two in their ancestry. A domestic shorthair could

Ah, the legendary hypoallergenic cat. Perhaps I should say “mythical” rather than legendary, because a truly hypoallergenic cat is still the stuff of fantasy. If only such a creature truly existed! We cat-allergic cat-lovers could live the dream of enjoying all those wonderful kitty cuddles without all the sneezing, wheezing and reddened eyes. Unfortunately, the

If there’s one thing that all cats seem to have in common, it’s an interest in human foods. Some cats like wet food, some prefer dry, some like chicken best, while others prefer fish, but all cats agree the that most enticing food is whatever their humans happen to be eating. These applies to foods

It’s not easy, being a cat lover with cat allergies. I’m all too familiar with the situation, since I’m allergic to cats myself — and yet I simply can’t imagine life without a furry friend or two in my home. It’s no surprise that many people try to cut this particular Gordian knot by finding