Category: cat care

New Cat Food For Our Furry Friends- SquarePet VFS POWERCAT

Cascia Talbert

We love our furry feline friends and here at the Talbert Zoo, Baby, Gally and Luna are family.  It’s important that our cats live long, happy and healthy lives. Regular vet visits and proper nutrition will ensure that they will remain in our family for a long time. When I was asked to review a new nutritious cat food designed by a veterinarian I eagerly said, “yes.” VFS® POWERCAT is obligate carnivore nutrition specifically formulated to match the needs of the unique feline metabolism. High meat-based protein paired with ultra-low…

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Catholic Parenting – Tuesday Tip: Disciplining With Love

Cascia Talbert

Catholic Parenting – Tuesday Tip: Disciplining With Love Catholic parents are often frustrated by the number of kids who don’t share their faith. In one survey, Catholics recorded the lowest enthusiasm for passing on their religion out of any Christian group. The Church teaches that parents are bound to teach their children. This includes educating them on their faith, and it also involves establishing clear boundaries. 1. Discipline with Love Whether you think your parenting style is permissive or authoritarian, it’s always a good idea to learn how to discipline…

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Pretty Litter Review

Cascia Talbert

Pretty Litter Review Pretty Litter is a health-monitoring litter that changes color to alert you when something’s wrong with your cat. It can detect alkaline, acid, and blood in urine. It’s available via subscription, eliminating last-minute trips to the pet store and odor boxes that are overdue for a change. One bag can last up to a month per cat. What is Pretty Litter? Pretty Litter is a cat litter that uses color-changing crystals to provide insights into your feline’s health. It monitors urine chemistry to let you know about…

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Taking Care of Your Cat After Spaying

Cascia Talbert
spaying

Taking Care of Your Cat After Spaying Spaying is a surgical procedure that prevents female pets from getting pregnant by removing their female reproductive organs. It’s a safe and important operation for any pet, but it comes with recovery time. For that reason, it’s important to take care of your cat after spaying. This will help her heal faster. 1. Keep her confined Spaying your cat is a very important part of being a responsible pet parent, and it’s also a big surgery that requires a little bit of time…

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How to Get Your Cat Comfortable With Nail Cutting

Cascia Talbert
cat nail cutting

How to Get Your Cat Comfortable With Nail Cutting Trimming a cat’s nails requires patience, confidence, and training. Here are some tips to help you get started: Start by massaging a paw pad and pressing on the nail gently to extend it. Remember to keep the nail clippers away from the pink part of the nail, called the quick, which contains nerves and blood vessels. Cutting into this area will cause pain and bleeding. Getting Started To make nail clipping less stressful for both of you, introduce your cat to…

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Cat Health Care

Cascia Talbert
Cat Care Secrets

Cat Health Care Cats need routine health care for a long and healthy life. This includes preventive veterinary checkups; vaccinations to stimulate the immune system against infectious disease; and good nutrition. In their natural setting, cats, as true carnivores, would not consume the high levels of carbohydrates found in many dry cat foods. 1. Feeding A cat’s diet is a key component to her health. Many veterinarians now strongly recommend canned food over dry kibble. This is because canned food is more nutritious and has a lower chance of being…

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Taking Care of Your Cat After Neutering

Cascia Talbert

After neutering, your cat will likely be in a confined space for 24 to 48 hours. Make sure you give it a quiet, dark room, and avoid handling it while it recovers. Keep in mind that it may become aggressive during this time due to discomfort. While the cat will most likely be very friendly when he wakes up from the anesthesia, he is likely to be nervous, and will be scared of people or other pets. During the first week after neutering, it is important to avoid climbing stairs,…

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Tips For Newborn Kitten Care

Cascia Talbert

As with any new pet, newborn kitten care starts soon after birth. You should take them to the veterinarian to get an official checkup and begin a weight chart. Handling them should be done when the mother is calm and relaxed. If she is hiding or avoiding handling, this may indicate that she is concerned about the kittens’ safety and needs special attention. Here are some tips for newborn kitten care: Keep the kitten warm by keeping a warm water bottle near the mother’s body temperature. Newborn kittens are still…

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Best Methods For Preventing Cat From Peeing on Carpet

Cascia Talbert

If your cat is urinating on your carpet, there are several reasons for it. Some cats may have urinary tract problems that make it impossible to use a litter box. Others may be having a conflict with another cat and have trouble using the litter box. In either case, it is best to take your cat to the vet for an examination to rule out any medical issues. Fortunately, you can prevent your cat from peeing on your carpet by using one of these methods. First, you should make sure…

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Cat Care 101 For First-Time Owners

Cascia Talbert

First-time cat owners should know the basics of cat care. Properly preparing the cat’s living space, providing fresh water and food, and maintaining a clean litter box are important to their health and happiness. A cat tree or other cat-safe structures are great additions to a home, as are lots of toys and cat trees. Likewise, set aside plenty of time to play with and bond with your cat. While cats may be independent, they need human interaction to keep themselves happy and healthy. Children should be taught the correct…

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