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It's been said that people that hate cats will come back as mice in their next life.

My Heart Breaks a Little Whenever I Recall How Harsh My Trip to Brazil Was on My Baby Girl Mimi
Before deciding on my volunteering programs in Brazil, I needed to first make sure the host would accept my kid. Leaving her in my parents' or a friend’s place was not an option.
By Myriam Ben Salem5 years ago in Petlife
Kitty Isaiah
The killer instinct comes in when you least expect it. One minute you’re enjoying the warmth of the sun on your coat, the next, you hear a foreign rustling behind you. You pause and dart your head around, in hopes to catch a glimpse of the unknown. The scan was quick, and right on top… right on top of the chair you are nonchalantly seated, is a small creature, what humans call, “a lizard.” This site isn’t uncommon around here: however, it is so close you can almost taste it. You slowly turn your body around to meet your swiveled head, and you wait…
By AM Ghandour 5 years ago in Petlife
hunting behaviour of pet cats: an introduction
The domestic cat is a predatory species meaning that cats hunt for their food. Much like their wild ancestors, domestic cats are specialised solitary hunters. Up until fairly recent times, cats were primarily kept as pest controllers rather than companions. At this point only the best hunters were able to survive and reproduce, meaning that our pet cats today are descended from the most adept hunters. As we have done very little selective breeding of cats (in comparison with dogs) and generally exert little control over their breeding, the instinctive need to perform hunting behaviour remains strong. Cats are referred to as ‘obligate carnivores’. This means that cats need to eat meat to survive and fulfil their specific and unique nutritional requirements. As cats hunt alone their prey is small in size as this is all they are capable of catching on their own. The most common prey type for cats is small mammals and birds. Some cats are also skilled enough to catch larger prey such as rabbits. Due to the small size of their prey, cats need to make several kills throughout a 24-hour period to consume their daily energy requirements. In fact, a cat that has no supplementary food from an owner can make as many as 10 to 20 kills each day.
By Jaramie Kinsey5 years ago in Petlife
The cat disappeared after half a year, and appeared in the former owner’s community 10 kilometers away 3 months later.
In many people's minds, cats are cold-blooded pets. They are not as enthusiastic and unrestrained as dogs, and their love for their owners is also the kind that is more restrained. But in fact, this is all related to the cat's character. It hides this kind of love and expresses it with certain actions. Today I am going to tell the story of a blue cat. Things have to start from last year. There was a netizen who wanted to raise a cat, but he didn't have a good chance.
By Abu Zada5 years ago in Petlife
Gone but not forgotten; . Top Story - May 2021.
As I compose this piece of writing, the grief is still fresh, having lost our beloved "Cuddles," our precious cat, that we have had for 11 years.
By Lesley W5 years ago in Petlife
I Love You, Tigg
I was a dog person. And I never wanted a cat. But a co-worker was not able to take care of his five-year-old tabby cat and planned on bringing him to the animal shelter.
By Will Coronel5 years ago in Petlife
Demystifying Cat Alzheimer's Disease
Does your elderly cat wander aimlessly, get lost in the house, or stare at the walls? Has she stopped greeting you when you come home? Has she seemingly forgotten how to use the litter box? Is her wake/sleep cycle disrupted with her wandering through the house crying at night?
By Julie O'Hara - Author, Poet and Spiritual Warrior5 years ago in Petlife
Change Your Perspective
My cat, Minnow, is a unique individual. I've had cats my entire life, and Minnow doesn't behave like any of them. There are several things that set him apart from other felines I've known. I sometimes think he's lived all his past lives as a dog and is having trouble adjusting to his "cat suit".
By Shell St. James5 years ago in Petlife
Chicago's Getting Catty
I read that Chicago has a rat problem. Though some might immediately think of their local government, I'm pretty certain the post referenced a problem of the rodent variety. According to the Hill, "The Windy City has ranked number one on pest control company Orkin’s list of the “rattiest cities” in the U.S. for six consecutive years, as Chicago has had the most rodent pest treatments." Though being number one is often a coveted position, in this case, it's best to be ranked much further down the list. Chicago is taking some significant measures to curb the rat population, a measure that might spark nightmares in those averse to felines.
By Bryan R..5 years ago in Petlife
Felis Catus: A Touch of the Wild
Felis catus. She is the only domesticated animal among the family felidae, believed to have first domesticated themselves around 7500 BCE in the Near East. First attracted to human settlements by the rodent populations gathered around our ancient ancestors' grain stores, cats have settled comfortably into their role as some of humans' oldest companions.
By L.A. Hancock5 years ago in Petlife
Cats are purrfect pets for helping us heal body and soul
If you are a pet owner, you might be healthier than you realize as research indicates that owning a pet can save money in medical bills, Animals are therapeutic and studies also indicate that cats specifically have amazing healing powers, that help humans. One report from Australia indicates that $880 million per year is saved on medical bills by those who own cats and German research indicates that about 6.6 billion a year was saved.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Petlife
Arthritis in Cats: Symptoms and Pain Relief
Like humans, cats can suffer from joint-related diseases, such as feline rheumatoid osteoarthritis, a condition that causes inflammation and muscle pain. This disease is not easy to detect since kittens tend to hide very well when they are in pain. And it is difficult for you to realize at first glance that your pet suffers from it if you do not know exactly what signs to look for. Most of the pet owners neglect this fact, and deny visiting the best pet services in Dubai, risking pet’s life.
By Canadian VC5 years ago in Petlife