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While Christmas, Hanukkah and Ramadan may be enjoyable holidays for humans and cats alike, they do pose certain hazards for the cats. Here are some dos and don'ts for maintaining the safety of your cat during the cold winter holidays.
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Breed of the Week: Birman
Tuesday December 16, 2008
The Birman, often called "The Sacred Cat of Burma," is believed to have originated in Burma, and brought to France around 1919. Birmans have a great personality and will fit easily into most lifestyles; they are active and playful, but will also entertain themselves quietly if you are too busy to play with them.
Birmans are often confused with other longhair pointed cat breeds, however their differences are significant:
Ragdoll
Himalayan
Balinese
Javanese
Photo Credit: Birman cat Felicity © Sharon
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Like Purebred Cats? Think Breed Rescue Groups!
Monday December 15, 2008
One of our most beloved forum cats is Raleigh, a Main Coon cat who shares her home with HOSTPat. Pat did not buy Raleigh from a breeder, rather, she saved her from an unhappy home situation. Breed rescue is very big among dedicated, reputable breeders. Some of the cats are rescued from backyard breeder (BYB) situations; others from shelters or other sources.
Purebred rescue is not a new concept, but has grown over the years. Unfortunately, purebreds are killed in shelters the same as your ordinary domestic cat, often because shelter workers are not trained to recognize breeds. In steps the purebred rescuer, who can identify the cat's breed, rescue the animal, and arrange for a temporary home until the owner or a qualified adopter comes along.
Photo Credit: © Pat Wolesky
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How much are you cutting back on veterinary expenses?
Sunday December 14, 2008
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