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March Picture Calendar Gallery Featuring Tabbies
March marks the first month of Spring, when the earth is rich with promises of things to be. Tabby cats are almost as old as Mother earth herself, and are the epitome of Catness in all its wonder and glory. This month we salute our Tabby Cat friends as the cats for March's Cat Picture Calendar
Cutest Cat Contest Picture Gallery: Monkey 2*
Is your cat the cutest cat in the world? About.com is pleased to announce the Cutest Cat Picture Contest. Please read the rules carefully, then submit your Cutest Cat photo by following these Guidelines.
Cat Picture of the Week: Petrica
Every week this site honors a Cat Picture of the Week, which is posted on the main page each week as well as in this gallery. This gallery contains Cat Pictures of the Week for the year 2009, each chosen from cat pictures submitted for the many different picture albums on this site. I do not accept
Common Medical Conditions in Cats
Taking care of a cat is more than providing food and shelter. Common medical problems can happen even with indoor cats. Most of these problems are easily treatable and only become serious if left untreated.
Understanding The Changes of Your Aging Cat
A cat will not always be young and sharp, and after it grows old, its senses will become duller, such as vision worsening and hearing or sense of smell deteriorating. Some cats age before others, or have different changes as they age, so here are some common signs of aging in a cat that you should l
The Basic Responsibilities of Caring For a Kitten
So you have decided to become the owner of a kitten. Some basics of kitten care include preparing your home for the kitten, feeding and other daily maintenance, discovering things around the house that may be harmful to your new kitten, and responsible pet ownership.An important part of bringing hom
Maine Coon Cat Picture Gallery: Gray Boy
Equally at home with children, dogs, or older persons, the Maine Coon is an ideal pet, handily earning its status as the second most popular breed in America, as well as it's fond nickname, "The Gentle Giant." Who can resist? Once you've cast your eyes on the beauty of a Maine Co
How to Prevent a Cat From Spraying Indoors
There's nothing worse than the smell of cat urine on furniture or on your clothes. What's worse, it's almost impossible to get out and it stains. Unfortunately, some cats like to spray, particularly males. There are some things you can do to attempt to prevent it or to stop it once it has started. H
Halloween Cats Picture Gallery: Cleo
A friend sent me a cute photo of a cat wearing a bonnet from the popular ICanHasCheezburger site. The cat sez, "Hope u dont plan on returning it cause ur blood will leave stains." The few times I've tried to put hats or outfits on my cats, I've gotten the same response.Just out o
My Cat Uses the Litter Box Only to Urinate
A cat can be a friendly companion to pet owners, but sometimes a cat's behavior will change in a negative way--such as failure to use the litter box. A cat using the litter box to urinate and then having bowel movements around the home can have a number of underlying issues causing the problem.
Timed Cat Feeder
Anybody who has ever been possessed by a cat knows they are picky at the very least in terms of what they may or may not do. They will decide when it's the proper time for receiving affection, who they'll be affectionate with and then when it's time to leave them alone. But when it is
How to Stop an Outdoor Cat From Peeing in Sandbox
It's natural for cats to find sandy or loose dirt areas in which to urinate. That's why litter boxes work so well for indoor cats. If you have an outdoor sandbox or sandpit in your backyard that is frequented by outdoor cats, you may have noticed wet areas and no rain in sight. There are a few simpl
How to Put Claw Caps On Your Cat
Claw caps are a great alternative to declawing your cat, a painful and semi-expensive procedure. With claw caps your cat will not only have the benefit of keeping and using their claws, but will also prevent the cat from damaging furniture or scratching. Plus, they are adorable to look at and your c
How to Keep Foundation From Rubbing Off
If you end each day frustrated because your foundation is everywhere but your face, don't give up on makeup. Proper makeup application takes time and patience, but the effort you put into it will be evident when you look in the mirror after a long day. Your face will look as fresh as it did in the m
Why Cats Like Scratching Posts
Cats and scratching posts are an essential combination to save the household furniture from clawing. But why do cats need to scratch?
Just Kittens Picture Gallery: Gordon Whitefeet
Everybody loves kittens, and kitten lovers particularly enjoy looking at pictures of kittens. Enjoy these reader-submitted photos of kittens then submit your own kitten pictures, using the Photo Guidelines. Please use 'Kitten Picture' as the subject of your email.
Save Your Furniture - How To Combat Cat Scratching
If you own a cat that insists on ripping apart your carpet, your curtains or your sofa by scratching them, you know how frustrating it is. This article tells you why they do it and what you can do to stop them shredding your home before they drive you insane!
Things to Consider When Deciding to Adopt a Cat
Considering becoming a cat owner? Pet ownership is a big responsibility, and this article can provide you with things to consider to improve the experience for both of you.
Black Cats Picture Gallery: Jet
October has almost always been known as Black Cat Month, and our photo calendar would not be complete without photos of sleek black cats. Here are photos of October cats submitted by About Cats readers for your pleasure. Enjoy the Black Cats Picture Gallery. Jet, a black Bombay-mix kitten, is featur
Organic Cat Food Recipes
Learn how to make natural organic cat food from easy to follow recipes. Find out how to source your own cat food from trusted suppliers and how to even obtain free high quality food. See your cat's health improve, its energy and vitality increase.