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First, you will need to understand that this condition is not a disease, but rather a symptom. Even though it can lead to other urinary issues, it is not going to be life threatening on its own. However, it is still something that will need to be fixed.

When a cat has had a urinary tract infection and is unable to relieve the pressure, it will feel the constant need to urinate. Over time, if ignored, then this pressure will increase and the muscle walls of the feline bladder will become thicker. This will make it even more difficult for your cat to control urination. If this happens, it can become a serious problem because the toxins within the bladder need to be emptied regularly and completely.

Using steroids and drug therapy, as well as antibiotics is one of the best ways to alleviate bladder thickening in cats. The down side is that cats are very sensitive and will not often be able to tolerate the side effects of such medications.

Natural remedies are another way that you can treat this problem in cast. Herbs like Cantharis or Staphysagris have been clinically proven to help treat the infection as well as soothe the inflamed tissues. This will help heal the bladder so that the thickening of the bladder goes away completely. Luckily, since these treatments are completely natural, they are gentle towards your cat and will not have any side effects.

Make sure that your cat always has fresh, clean water at all times. Instead of giving them tap water that is full of impurities, use filtered water. The chemicals that exist in tap water can often alter the pH balance of the bladder, leading to more infections. Make sure your cat is drinking plenty of water. The more water they drink, the better diluted their urine will be, and the more likely that the cat will flush out toxins.

Feline bladder thickening is a symptom that can lead to further problems in your cat. It is important you treat this right away so that it does not become a bigger problem in the future. We all love our cats, which is why it is important to do everything we can for them. ]]> http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/examples-of-kitten-names-and-meanings.html http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/examples-of-kitten-names-and-meanings.html Sun, 20 Sep 2009 03:17:38 -0500
The cat owner will need to live with their decision for a long time, a cat owner will want to be comfortable with the name chosen. Cat owners should not be too stressed about selecting the right name. There are several resources to help kitten owners choose a name. Kitten names and meanings are available on many websites.

Many kitten names are based on the appearance of the kitten. There are several kitten name options that refer to the color of the cat's fur. For example, black cats might be named Raven, Ebony, or Shadow. White cats might be names Snowflake.

The color of the cat may be used in a more abstract way to create a name for the kitten. Purity can be a kitten name that is associated with the color white. Dark or black cats may be named Hades or Goth.

The name of the kitten may reflect the origin of the cats breed. Japanese and Chinese names are often used for kittens of Siamese or Oriental cat breeds. A kitten owner may want to give a Persian cat a Persian name. Lists of kitten names and meanings found on the Internet often include the geographic origin of the names.

The kitten's name may reflect the kitten's personality or behavior. Rocket could be a good kitten name for a kitten that runs all over the house. A kitten owner may want to name a shy kitten Shy or Timid.

Kittens are often named after famous fictional cats such as Garfield, Tom, or Felix. Simba was a common kitten name when Disney's Lion King was popular.

If the kitten owner has a favorite historical figure or author, the kitten owner may want to consider naming the cat after them. Amadeus, Beethoven, and Dante are some common pet names that are borrowed from historical figures. Since the kitten owner already has positive feelings about the names of favorite historical figures, the kitten owner is likely to continue to like this name choice.

The kitten's name does not need to be decided upon immediately. The kitten owner may want to consider different possibilities and observe the kitten for a few days before deciding on a kitten name. ]]> http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/urinary-problems-in-cats-cat-bladder-problems-a-common-cat-illness.html http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/urinary-problems-in-cats-cat-bladder-problems-a-common-cat-illness.html Sat, 05 Sep 2009 03:03:58 -0500
It is critical that you treat any urinary problems your cat experiences. Left untreated, urinary problems in cats lead to weight loss and severe pain in your cat. Needless to say, you are dealing with cat piddle it all kinds of weird places too.

So that's your first clue. Your cat is urinating around of the litter box, underneath the litter box, on the bathroom tile or even in the tub.

You may also notice she is going to the litter box very often, but only a few drops of urine is produced. In fact she may squat for a l-o-n-g time or reposition herself, even stand on the edges of the box. She isn't trying to be a contortionist, she is demonstrating litter box behavior related to urinary problems in cats.

Finally, she may vomit or you may notice she has a really full and expanded bladder. Do not sit around and wait for things to get better. When her bladder is clogged, her kidneys are starting to fail and the toxic waste material is backing up in her blood. That's why she is now vomiting. That's why its time to get her to the vet pronto!

One of the simplest and most effective home remedies for urinary problems in cats is a natural remedy that targets urinary tract infections in animals. These remedies contain herbal extracts like Cantharis and Uva Ursi that restore the proper pH to your cat's bladder so it can heal.

You should also consider your cat's water source. Filtered or distilled water is best and make sure its changed every day. You'll be surprised how much more water she will drink when its fresh. Drinking plenty of water helps her flush out her system and discourages buildup of minerals. That can lead to cat bladder crystals. ]]> http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/cat-litter-mats-for-a-litter-free-floor.html http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/cat-litter-mats-for-a-litter-free-floor.html Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:06:00 -0500
If your playful pet jumps on to the furniture then you've had it. It is very hard to get the litter out of deep pile cushions and upholstery. Cleaning upholstery requires the services of a professional upholstery cleaning service, an expensive affair. Either that or you lose the upholstery entirely! One way to solve this problem is to use cat litter mats.

The cat litter mat is a textured rubber mat that is placed just outside the cat's litter box. Make sure that it is positioned just where the cat lands when it leaves the litter box! The textured surface is designed to catch the litter particles from the cat's paws. This means all the litter remains in the cat litter mat, and that means a clean house, no more soiled clothes, upholstery, bedding, whatever. The flooring, the floor covering, the upholstery and furniture are protected from damage.

Your cat benefits too. It does not have to clean its paws so often. This prevents or restricts debris of the litter from getting ingested by the cat.

Though the question of affordability does not really arise, you may still not want to buy a cat litter mat. In that case, you can put some old rugs or blanket pieces over a rubber bathmat. Even old toweling, especially the Turkish type, will do. This will make a cat litter mat for your cat that will be as good as the ready made one. Just make sure that you wash or replace the material often, to prevent them from getting heavily soiled themselves.

A cat litter mat, home-made or ready made, is an ideal way to keep the floor free of dirt from the litter box. The whole house benefits from this. The house is cleaner, fresher, healthier. The flooring and floor coverings don't get damaged. You save money by avoiding repeated visits by professional cleaners. You save money by not having to replace your expensive upholstery, carpets and flooring. You save a lot of time and effort by not having to clean up ever so often.

Your family will also benefit when your cat does not soil the house, upholstery and bedding. No dirt translates to cleanliness, and that spells health. Now who is going to say no to that? So, without more ado, let's go get that cat litter mat and bid good riddance to litter debris! ]]> http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/homemade-cat-treats-recipes.html http://www.thearticleplanet.com/animals-and-pets/cats/homemade-cat-treats-recipes.html Sat, 29 Aug 2009 11:01:14 -0500
A cat owner can use a search engine to find recipes for homemade cat treats. Cat owners may want to look for homemade cat treat recipes that use ingredients that they already have.

One quick and easy recipe for homemade cat treats is for a type of cat treat called fishy cat treats. The cat owner has the option of including either canned salmon, tuna, or mackerel in this recipe.

One can of tuna or one third cup of canned mackerel or canned salmon should be placed in a bull and mashed. A beaten egg, one tablespoon of vegetable oil, and one cup of plain, dried breadcrumbs should be added to the fish. The cat owner should then mix all the ingredients thoroughly.

After spraying a baking sheet with nonstick spray, the cat owner should drop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto the baking sheet. The fishy cat treats should be baked in an oven at 350 degrees until they are lightly browned. This should take about eight minutes.

After baking, the fishy cat treats can be placed on a wire rack or clean kitchen towel to cool completely. After the treats are completely cool, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and given to the cat.

Cat owners should not be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. Not all cats like fish. If the cat does not like fish, the cat owner may want to try using canned chicken instead. Though variations in the recipe may not have been tested, it does not hurt to try varying the ingredients to suit the cat's tastes.

This recipe may work well with ground beef that is cooked before added to the rest the ingredients. Why not turn this into a recipe for veggie cat treats by using shredded carrots and finely chopped, cooked vegetables instead of meat?

When varying the ingredients, the cat owner needs to make sure that no ingredients in the cat treats could be harmful to cats. Garlic is one example of a food that is harmful to cats and should be avoided. The cat owner should consult their veterinarian if they have questions about acceptable ingredients for homemade cat treats. ]]>