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    Do cats even use this kind of scratching post?

    So kitty likes scratching on wood furniture--that might be the the answer.    If she were my cat, I would look for either a cedar pole/post or other piece of wood that is about  36 cm high (or whatever height you think will work)  and that can be sanded so that it doesn't splinter. Mount the...
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    Do cats even use this kind of scratching post?

    I agree with the previous responder that putting catnip on the post may help in getting your kitten to use it--just rub it on the upper part of the upright post and ifkitty doesn't immediately try to reach for it, just gently take his/her front paws and gently move them up and down a little bit...
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    Cat Licking her mouth

    MissK : I agree with others who have replied, it's likely due to nausea.  I also had a cat with CRF who was doing this and when I asked our vet about it---he indicated that it was a sign of nausea and prescribed Pepcid AC (NOT Pepcid Complete) 1/4 (of a 10 mg) tab in the morning and 1/4 tab at...
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    RIP Black Kitty

    I am so sorry for your loss---your heart must be breaking.  I feel your pain and hope that the wonderful memories and love you shared with Black Kitty will give you some comfort. MaryAnn
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    New Re-homed cat, very lethargic and non-reactive.

    Mariel, I have just read your post about Koi and all the mysterious medical issues this poor cat is/has endured AND, I feel your pain.  You obviously care deeply about Koi and want to do the best you can to help, but I also understand the practical issue of how to afford the medical care that...
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    Help needed...cat fighting in another cats territory

    My suggestion is to keep Frankie indoors 24/7.   Outdoor cats are subject to disease, being hit by cars, and depending on your area, can be killed by coyotes or  bobcats.  And, cats that go outdoors have a very short life...usually only 3-4 years.   I know you said you cat likes being outside...
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    What kind of tabby are my kittens?

    What beautiful boys!   Based on your pictures they appear to be brown mackerel tabbies--they have dark, dark brown hair with a caramel color undercoat (from what I can see).  Their coloration reminds me of our Snickers...who we lost almost 5 years ago (was 16 years old, had FCRF).  They are...
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    Can anyone help me identify Sally's breed.

    Didn't realize Sally's eyes were copper....they looked golden yellow to me and they mentioned in the video that yellow was an acceptable color for a Nebelung's eyes....so perhaps copper may be as well. I had a similar problem when we adopted our Gracie from a shelter.  She was identified as a...
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    Can anyone help me identify Sally's breed.

    I believe your beautiful Sally is a Nebelung.....here's the link to Animal Planet's Cat 101 video on Nebelungs--see if you agree!  Here's the link:  http://www.animalplanet.com/tv-shows/cats-101/videos/nebelung/
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    Rescue stray male kitty

    SOOOOO.....happy to hear that there's a happy ending.   As I've said before, thank you for caring enough to go the extra mile(s) to save this cat...and how wonderful that someone was ready to adopt him.  You are my hero!  
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    My kitten is constipated.

    Lisnya, Bless you for everything you had done to help this little one--he's definitely a cutie and I'm sue will grow up to be a very handsome boy!   Personally, I'm happy to know that there are people all over the world who care and are willing to go the extra mile to help animals that have no...
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    Rescue stray male kitty

    Poor kitty!  Have you tried contacting a feral cat group in your area?  They might be willing to help you humanely trap the little guy, even if they won't take him as a "rescue".  If they can do that you trap him, many vets are willing to help with stray animals who have been injured.  Another...
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    Distraught - my cat has been missing for almost 2 weeks.

    Happy to hear that Rubis has been seen , and not too far away!  I'm not surprised that she doesn't come to you when you call--it is my understanding that cats that are lost often don't respond to their name because they fear that will give their location away to a predator. But, since she has...
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    Anyone with a hyperthyroid cat on methimazole?

    Our 13 year old cat was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, too.  You should be aware that one of the side effects of methimazole is lack of appetite, as well as nausea.  According to the patient info from the drug manufacturer, if either of these side effects appear you should stop the...
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    Distraught - my cat has been missing for almost 2 weeks.

    I am so sorry to hear about your missing cat, Rubis.  It sounds like you've done a lot to try and find her, but I thought I'd also pass along the info (below) from the Missing Pets Partnership in the hope that maybe there's something there that can help you.  Regardless, please don't give up...
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