A Swedish zoo has come under fire for its controversial, and seemingly cruel, practice of killing healthy young lions. PEOPLE contacted Borås Djurpark, near Gothenburg, which openly admits and explains its euthanasia, or “culling,” practice. “In Boras Zoo, we have euthanized 9 young surplus lions since 2013, for population management reasons. These lions were not
Pugs are so funny, they never fail to make us laugh! This funny pug compilation is simply the hardest try not to laugh challenge ever! Just look how all these pugs play, behave, fail, sleep,……
Have open, earnest conversations with your vet about your cat’s diabetes monitoring and treatment. By: jonolist Many years ago, my babysitter phoned me on vacation. She was in tears, distraught because her cat had just been diagnosed with diabetes. I understood her distress but was also a little confused. My bewilderment was because vets see
The good news is that younger kittens are able to adapt relatively quickly to new environments. If everything goes well, the kitten should adapt to the new environment within anywhere from one week to one month or more – depending on his temperament. Remember that cats suffer from stress and anxiety just like humans do.
A two-year-old cat, Shelby, was found abandoned right before she gave birth to a litter of kittens. A Good Samaritan noticed her and provided her food while she took care of her kittens. When the kittens were older, they were trapped and taken to a local shelter. Purrfect Pals, a rescue group in Arlington, Washington,
About our Cats’ Tails The tail is an important part of your cat. Physically, it serves to enhance the cat’s balance and agility. It is also a tool of communication, displaying movements and postures that help convey your cat’s mood. The cat’s tail is made of 19 to 21 small bones called caudal vertebrae –
Winston is back from his long vacation. In 2002, the black cat disappeared from his home in Cornwall, England. Now, 15 years later, Winston is back in the lap of his owner Janet Barnes. Barnes believes that Winston went missing shortly after she moved in with her now-husband Pete Barnes; the outdoor cat went for a
Just like you, your pets can have problems with extreme weather. Scorching hot or freezing cold, it’s important to consider your pet’s safety when the weather gets serious, especially if you are leaving the house with your furry friend. PEOPLE Pet Vet Dr. Evan Antin wants your pets to get through the season as warm
It’s hard to leave your cat at home when you go vacation, but there is a right and wrong way to travel with your feline. A North Port, Florida, couple picked not only a wrong, but extremely dangerous, way to pack their pet on return trip home from Erie, Pennsylvania, on New Year’s Day. According
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Today’s weird science question comes from Kendraw: “My cat is obsessed with licking me. She will tolerate pets, but what she really wants to do when she needs attention is to lick me anywhere she can get skin. She won’t lick my face, thank goodness, but my arm, elbow, and hand are fair game! She
Parasite prevention is still an important part of your pet’s health regimen. By: SkitterPhoto Heartworm infection and tick-borne diseases are on the rise across the country. Parasites are getting more sinister. It’s getting harder to control and prevent these infections. A recent report out of Louisiana has identified a drug-resistant strain of heartworm, meaning the
My cat Kissy had the most amazing eyes I’d ever seen: If I caught her with her eyes open on a sunny day, they were a beautiful sea-green that I could never capture in a photo. Most of the pictures I have of her, like the one below, show her eyes with a golden tone.
Ringworm is a common fungal infection in pets and humans. Take a few minutes to read our ringworm guide, which provides useful information about the disease, its symptoms, and treatment. This special guide deals with one aspect of treating a ringworm infestation: housecleaning. It is essential in fighting ringworm infestations in multi-cat environments. The information
Over a year ago, a cat who had lived most of life as a stray, found love when a kind-hearted woman opened her heart to him when he needed help the most. Meet Larry! @larry_the_security_cat Larry was a neighborhood stray when Theresa from Delaware found him hopping around with a limp. He had a broken
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Compassion and logic are key when figuring out how to care for your pet after a breakup. By: Free-Photos Happily ever after just isn’t in the cards for some relationships. It’s sad but true. And when a relationship ends, splitting up your belongings might also entail sharing custody of a beloved pet. If you find
A couple found a cat meowing at the door at night, braving the cold. They brought him in, and the kitty snuggled right up to them in gratitude. Meet Spock the cat! reddit/thejesskat Spock showed up on the couple’s porch a few days ago, scratching at their door, crying for help. They opened the door
Ninja cats are the funniest cats! Watch this funny cat compilation and you will laugh like hell! The most impossible cat try not to laugh challenge ever! Just look how all these cats and kittens,…
“Please help my IBD Kitty!” the call often comes up in our Cat Health forum. For example, in this post TCS member bentley2013 writes, “I’m so discouraged. Bentley eats small amounts but almost exactly 4 hours later he loses it all out his bottom. He just threw up too… I really am a mess…” So
1. Key Characteristics Weight: 5–12 pounds Life Expectancy: 12–20 years The American curl is a medium-sized cat with unique curled ears that give the cat an alert appearance. The ears are not curled at birth but begin curling within 3–5 days. The ears complete their transformations in about 16 weeks, and the curl can vary
A young woman found a tabby kitten outside of her workplace one night, meowing for help. After an hour of trying to coax the kitten out, she managed to scoop her out with help from a kitchen utensil. Jenna u/CatStoleMyPancake Jenna was working at a restaurant when her manager told her about a kitten meowing
Just look how all these dogs, puppies, cats, kittens, squirrels, parrots,… behave, play, fail, make funny sounds, react to different things,… So ridiculous, funny and cute! What is your…
If my cat wore socks, his fur would change color. No, seriously. It really would. And I have the pictures to prove it. Okay, maybe not of him in socks. Because that’s just not going to happen. Ever. But I really could get his fur to change color. And anyone owned by a Siamese could do the
One of the first things you have to do when adopting a new cat is choose a name for your new feline friend. The new name will be with the little furball for many years to come, so it’s time to put your thinking cap on and find the best possible name for your cat.
A blood transfusion may be necessary when a pet’s red blood cell count is too low. By: groesswang What do you know about blood transfusions in pets? You probably have an idea they are possible, but you’re not sure of the how, why and where. It’s time to raise awareness of blood transfusion medicine for
Two tiny kittens were reunited after being separated at just a few days old. Within minutes, they began to cuddle. Jenny Storaker of CatRescue 901 came across a post online about a little rescue kitten in desperate need of bottle feeding. The tabby girl was so small that she needed round-the-clock care. MisaKaterina Gvozdova Jenny
The skin is the largest organ a body has and that goes for cats as well as humans. The skin can be directly affected by disease and parasites or it can display symptoms that are related to a disease in another body part. Here’s a quick overview of feline skin conditions and what you can
Bingwa is truly a champion among cheetahs! The Saint Louis Zoo just announced that its four-year-old female big cat, whose name means “champion” in Swahili, gave birth to a record-breaking litter of eight cubs on Nov. 26, 2017. In a press release from the zoo, the birth is said to be “remarkable” and “important for the