Determining the sex of a kitten is easier if there are two kittens in the litter, as you can compare one to the other.The problem stems from the fact that cats, unlike larger pets, have a urogenital opening, which in both males and females has a similar design, located near the tail
Very often we have to witness misunderstandings arising from cattery owners in connection with the quality of kittens and producers . This happens because few people differentiate kittens by quality in litters, and many do not even know on the basis of what principles it should be done
“We are buying a kitten,” you finally decided, discarding all doubts. What breed? And where to buy it? This is what we'll talk about. First of all, you need to decide - why you need it and what means you have. If you decide that it will be a purebred kitten, look for the address of the club or call your friends who can help in purchasing a good purebred animal.The
Newborn kittens are blind and deaf, but have a keen sense of smell and touch and soon begin to look for the mother's nipples. At this time, they weigh between 57 and 113 grams (the average weight of a newborn kitten is 85 grams) and reach about 12 centimeters in length
You decided to get a little friend - a mustache and a tailed one. Everyone knows that kittens, these small, funny, fluffy koloboks, are cute always and under any circumstances . They are forgiven a lot, a lot, like all children. But children, in the end, grow up and turn into a kind of mature and independent creature with whom you have to live for many years
Domestic felinology develops both according to its own internal laws and under the influence of foreign experience. Felinological associations have certain directions, that is, they focus on one or another breed of cats. The best centers rely on the latest achievements of foreign felinology both in breeding and in the ethics of organized amateurism
Deaf cats are often found among white cats with blue eyes . The nature of this strange genetic malfunction has not yet been clarified. It was only noticed that in pussies with different eyes (one, for example, yellow), deafness is limited to the "blue-eyed" side
Kittens, like all felines, are not afraid of heights and therefore often fall. Although they are very rare to receive severe damage when falling from low heights, from a chair or bed. Apparently, a small weight plays a preventive role here and kittens will never damage the spine like an adult animal
After you decide on your sympathies for one of the cat breeds and decide to buy an animal in the near future, be sure to discuss the upcoming purchase with all family members.At the same time , the whole family should not go to the bride of your future pet
The most convenient way to bathe your cat is in the sink, bathtub, where there is a shower or where it can be connected to the water supply. It is best to use a warm shower to soak and rinse the coat. If you are unable to clean the sink well after washing the dishes, bathe your cat in the bathroom
It is not often necessary for a cat to clean its ears, yet it is necessary for three reasons : to remove earwax before exhibitions (this is especially true for the Rex breed); to remove dust and moisture from the ears and as one of the therapeutic measures in the fight against ear mites
How to properly care for a cat's coat, especially a long one? How to prepare a cat for an exhibition so that even the strictest judge could not find fault with her appearance and condition, and she would delight the owner and visitors of the exhibition with her beauty and health?
Unfortunately, cat owners often have misconceptions about the immunity kittens receive from their mother. When a kitten is born, its immune system is not fully developed. Therefore, if he was left completely alone, his body would be susceptible to almost all infections and, for sure, very soon such a kitten would die
Bathing cats is also a grooming tool, although many animals do not need this - grooming is enough for them. But sometimes they can get smeared to such an extent that you simply cannot do without a bathroom. Bathing is the best way to get rid of parasitic insects
In a cat, the condition of the coat and skin is determined by genetic factors, depending on the conditions of keeping and feeding. In addition, grooming or grooming plays an important role.Skillful grooming manages to improve the condition of the skin and coat, to emphasize the beauty of the cat
From the moment a kitten appears in the house, the usual way of life is likely to radically change. This also applies to the daily routine, and the arrangement of furniture, and relationships with other family members.Cats are predators. Under natural conditions, they are predominantly nocturnal
One of the most important requirements for grooming a cat's fur is brushing . To do this, you will need:- a wide comb with fine teeth;- natural brushes (bristle), rubber;- chrome-plated steel combs with sparsely standing teeth (moreover, the teeth should be slightly rounded);- Dense combs - to remove dirt particles and fleas
My kennel is engaged in breeding Persians and Exotics. These are popular breeds, but they require maximum effort and time to care. Persian grooming is daily and exhibition. Having devoted 20 minutes a day to caring for and communicating with your beloved animal, you will save 1
If you want your Persian cat to be the best at the show, prepare her to win!Exhibition grooming is an art that requires not only certain technical skills, but also a sense of beauty. Watch an experienced breeder prepare his cat for a show. Yes, it's a theater
The answer is yes, with the exception of short-haired breeds such as the Sphynx and the most prominent representatives of the Rex breed, of which we have very few. Although the longhaired breeds need skin cleaning the most, all animals - show and domestic animals - need weekly grooming to look their best and to avoid other potential problems
White cats belong to the pure color division. According to the standard, their coat should be pure white - without shades, blotches and spots. In small kittens, marks of any color on the head are allowed, which disappear over time.White with orange eyes (copper eyed white)
Often at international exhibitions, magnificent Persian cats lose to their less extreme rivals because of the "insignificant" point: they are poorly prepared for the exhibition.At the same time, foreign experts try to explain to our breeders that it is not enough to wash the cat three days before the show, or even one week, with an arbitrarily chosen detergent
Experienced specialist Ellen Enpite explains how to keep your cat healthy and beautiful.Cut the claws of the cats. You must always make sure that your cat's nails are in order. Neatly trimmed claws keep the cat in a good mood, give a feeling of comfort, and protect you from scratches
In the everyday life of American cat lovers, the word grooming is very often present. What does it mean? Looking into the dictionary, I read the following: "groom" - "to go after horses." When it comes to dogs, especially terriers, they often use the term "trimming" - translated from English, it means "to put in order
There is a consistent system of teaching cats to use the toilet, which is conventionally called the standard method. This 21-day program is for cats with little or no response to any changes.The scheme of the method is as follows: 1st-11th day
So do cats have a mind? Of course, they cannot think in our, human understanding of the word, but they have access to mental processing of the information entering the brain, on the basis of which they make a decision about their further actions
Humans evaluate the mental development of animals by comparing it to their own. If an animal has good eyesight and dexterous limbs, then, as a rule, it is considered smarter than its fellows. We give preference to those representatives of the animal kingdom who can see, react and manipulate objects like ourselves
When cats condescend to cooperate with testers and pass traditional tests of intelligence and learning ability, they do very well on the tasks. As their owners are well aware, cats make it clear when they get bored with play, which means researchers need a lot of patience to run their tests
Sometimes in the circus program we see cats who, it seems to us, know arithmetic. In fact, the trainer gives them some kind of signal, to which the cat reacts in anticipation of a reward. It often happens that the owner of the cat gives her a sign without even realizing it, for example, by movements of the facial muscles, and attributes the ability to count to the unusually high intelligence of the cat
How do cats make decisions? How, for example, do they choose between food of different nutritional values? How do they determine which victim is easier to catch?Many of us have seen cats hesitantly standing on the doorstep and twitching their tails, apparently making a decision - to go out for a walk or stay at home
Many living beings, including ourselves, learn through trial and error. They try to do something and they fail. And the next time they come across the same problem, if they are smart enough, they will try a different way of solving it.Experimentally, intellectual abilities of this kind are often determined using various puzzles
First you need to understand why the cat marks. Believe me, he does this not at all in order to anger you or take revenge on you. Its nature has an instinct to protect its territory. With his marks, he kind of lets all the cats that can encroach on this territory know: “I AM HERE THE CHIEF CAT”. In
Valerian is not indifferent to domestic cats, but also wild ones. Lev once, having only sniffed the valerian tincture, became so excited that he broke off the iron drinker welded to the bars of his cage. And the cougars from this potion start jumping like crazy
Many people know that separation anxiety occurs in dogs, but it is generally believed that cats are not affected by it . However, recent studies by animal behaviorists have shown that separation anxiety can also develop in cats. In defiance of past beliefs, it is proven that cats are highly social animals and can form strong bonds with humans and other animals
In the brain of animals and humans, there are specialized modules that are responsible for performing specific tasks. For example, those species of animals that store for the winter have phenomenal spatial memory (and, accordingly, a large hippocampus - the part of the brain where memories are stored)
When we talk, some of our messages are transmitted in a non-verbal way, that is, not in a speech way, but through changes in facial expression, gestures, posture and gaze. Cats also rely heavily on these non-verbal cues, which perfectly convey their feelings
Asian Cat (Asian Tabby) - shorthair cat breed, bred in the UK. Recognized as a separate breed in 1990. These cats prefer to live in houses outside the city, where there is no unnecessary hustle and bustle. The breed attracts attention with a huge variety of colors, excellent external data, docile and affectionate disposition
The American shorthair cat is an ideal family cat with a gentle and calm temperament. Perfect for those who need a cat that does not require constant attention. They are medium to large sized cats, strong and muscular, not too compact, but flexible
Abyssinian cat (Abyssinian cat) has a soft, kind, but at the same time strong, and sometimes stubborn character. The story of its origin is shrouded in secrets and legends. According to one version, the ancestor of the Abyssinian is presumably a steppe cat that lives in Abyssinia (now Ethiopia)
The American Bobtail is a cat with a short tail, lovely personality and a loving heart. Bobtails love walks and outdoor games. They are very attached to the owner, therefore, loneliness is rather difficult to endure. Get along well with pets and get along with children (6+)