Tag: cat
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How to Disinfect Your Foster Room
Cleaning and disinfecting is a crucial component of a fostering routine. It must be done thoroughly in order to prevent and stop the spread of illness, bacteria, and parasites. Gather the necessary supplies listed below and begin by cleaning every item, room, and playpen that was used or contaminated. Once cleaned, each item must be…
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How to Help Foster Cats and Kittens Recover from Spay and Neuter Surgeries
Spay and neuter surgeries cause stress and confusion for cats and kittens. You need to plan ahead for the morning of and night after spay and neuter surgeries. Be prepared to keep a clean space, to act accordingly if the kitties are hyperactive, and to help them recover as calmly as possible. Most importantly, you…
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Should You Declaw Your Cat?
People declaw their cats for convenience, health reasons, and behavioral challenges. However, this surgical amputation has significant implications for your cat’s long-term health, behavioral wellbeing, and overall life satisfaction. Are you or someone you know considering declawing a cat? Please continue reading to learn about this multifaceted issue and whether or not it’s right for…
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How to Foster Mother Cats and Their Kittens
How difficult is it to foster a mother cat and her kittens? Where should the feline family stay in your home? You can successfully socialize the felines and prepare them for adoption once you have an understanding of why this population needs foster homes, how to set up your space, and how to care for…
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How Long Do You Foster Cats, Kittens, and Other Animals?
Animals of different species, ages, health statuses, and behavioral backgrounds all require different lengths of stay in foster care. Having a wide variety of animal populations in need of foster homes means that there are many different levels of fostering commitments. While some people view this as a convenience, others assume they don’t have time…
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TNR: What it is, Why it is Important, and How to Help
Saving the lives of helpless kittens is not the only way to help felines in your community. Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) is a name for community-based programs that spay and neuter free-roaming cats. This helps to keep the unhoused cat population under control, thereby reducing the amount of suffering and disease. Continue reading to learn…
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The Importance of Fostering Cats and Kittens
Fostering saves lives. Without a foster home, helpless cats and kittens don’t have access to specialized individual care. In many cases, without enough foster homes for cats and kittens, many of them are euthanized. Signing up to foster for local rescue groups and municipal shelters provides support to the animals, the shelter staff, and the…
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How to Get Your Cat to Stop Chewing on Cords
Cord-chewing is a challenging behavior to manage in cats. First, take some time to figure out why your cat is chewing on cords in the first place. Then, try the following solutions to end the behavior once and for all, while keeping in mind that a visit to the veterinarian should never be ruled out:…
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How to Train Your Cat to do Tricks
It is absolutely possible to train your cat. Through the use of your cat’s favorite treats, a clicker, and the application of behavioral science, you will notice your cat making connections and performing desired tricks. Continue reading to learn about one of the most entertaining and rewarding ways you can bond with your cat. Why…
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How to Foster Cats and Kittens Independently
Fostering a cat or kitten without the support of a shelter is a daunting task. But in order to help animals in need, sometimes taking this step is necessary. To become an independent cat or kitten foster, whether out of necessity or preference, you’ll need to find reliable sources of supplies and veterinary care. You…
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