Why you should not declaw your cat is a question I hear quite often. Of course, declawing your cat has become controversial and it has become necessary to answer the question. The question I hear the most today is: Should you declaw your cat? With the popularity of the cat show “Cat Chat” I find this the most frequently asked question. This show is an excellent show but it has provoked heated controversy and that has given rise to questions. The controversy has centered on whether declawing your cat will…
Read MoreCat Care 101 – Important Information About Cat Care
Cat Care 101 – Important Information About Cat Care Learning the basics of cat care can be a daunting task. It is easy to become overwhelmed with all the information that is out there on pet care, and this article hopes to help you through it. Cat care requires proper nutrition and taking good care of your cat’s fur. A lot of this information can be found in cat care books and pet magazines, but it takes time to sift through everything and find the information that is most important…
Read MoreTrichotillomania And OCD
Trichotillomania And OCD Trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder) is an OCD-Trichotillomania co-existing condition. Trichotillomania, also known as Hair Pulling Disorder or OCD Trichotillomania, is a non-specific behavioral disorder characterized by recurrent hair pulling behavior. Usually, hair pulling behavior is associated with the heightened stress response in the body and with its result is excessive hair pulling behavior. Trichotillomania is an OCD-Trichotillomania co-existing condition that can occur at any age from children to adults. It is also a complex condition, since many other conditions also lead to excessive hair pulling behavior such…
Read MoreAutistic Children – Is Your Child Grown-Up Children Autistic?
Many children with Autism Spectrum Disorder do not have a defined disorder but rather describe themselves as having a certain set of symptoms that will always be present. If you suspect that your child has Autism Spectrum Disorder, it is important to get a thorough medical exam before taking any risks. In this article, we will discuss some of the diagnostic and screening tests that are often performed in order to find this challenging group of children. The first test that many parents choose to perform in order to make…
Read MoreHow To Become A Catholic
How To Become A Catholic You’ve decided to become a Catholic. Congratulations! This is a decision that is very important to you. The decision to become Catholic is something that will make a great impact on your life and can have a great impact on the lives of others. When it’s time to decide whether or not you should be Catholic, there are a few things that you should take into consideration. For example, you should think about whether or not you want to follow the Catholic Church. Is it…
Read More4 Road Trip Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs
Parents of children with special needs, particularly autism, know their child’s happy place is at home. Home is dependable and full of their usual food and activities, and it forms a barrier from the unpredictable outside world. It’s good that they’re comfortable somewhere, but they can rely on home too much and dread going out—and the prospect of not just going out, but spending days away from home can be terrifying for them. This makes road trips a challenge for parents and their kids with special needs. If you’re planning…
Read MoreTips for Grocery Shopping During the Coronavirus Pandemic
As a result of the Coronavirus pandemic, even the most mundane household chores have been turned upside down. Grocery shopping, which was once a rather leisurely weekly activity, has now become an infrequent outing that must be planned with extreme amounts of tact. Grocery stores are among the few businesses that have remained open during the pandemic, though their operations have changed greatly as a result. Safety precautions must be closely monitored during bi-weekly grocery runs to reduce the risk of contamination among shoppers. This guide explores several personal safety…
Read MoreUsing Catholic Prayers For Your Mass
Using Catholic Prayers For Your Mass Religious chants, the Holy Rosary, and Catholic prayers are all traditional to a group of people who are devoted Catholics. With the following info, you can start your own personalized list of prayers. Prayer is an important aspect in every Christian religion and in a lot of other religions as well. The prayers and thoughts that we say daily is something that helps us to find peace and serenity with ourselves. There are many major religious ceremonies and practices that form the basis of…
Read MoreA Safe Place: 4 Ways to Make Society More Inclusive
With the world we live in, you might often wonder how we can make society more inclusive to people with any sort of disability. Whether it’s making the classroom a safer place for kids with Asperger’s syndrome or making communities more inclusive for people in wheelchairs, there are always ways our society can improve for the good of all people. While the list can go on and on for how best to transform our society into an “inclusivity first” mindset, below you’ll find just a few ways to make society…
Read MoreTaking Care of Your Cat After Spaying
Taking Care of Your Cat After Spaying Understanding the difference between vaccination and spaying may help you decide whether to spay or vaccinate your cat. In addition, you will need to know if you have a high risk factor for passing on feline leukemia (FeLV) to your cat. You also have to know whether to do a home-based or in-home spaying procedure. Vaccination involves injection of immunization to prevent the transmission of infection from one pet to another. The procedure normally occurs in the first few weeks of your cat’s…
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