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Salem Saberhagen? Yes! The famous American Shorthair cat in the TV series (and a movie too) Sabrina – the teenage witch. Formerly a warlock, he is the one who dispenses (bad) advices to Sabrina. Although Salem retains some of limited magical prowess, for his attempt to conquer the world, Witch’s council punished him with a sentence to serve 100 years in a furry feline form. Sometimes witty and at…

The area around Lake Van in Eastern Anatolia is mountainous and suffers extremes of temperature to which the Turkish Van Cat has fully adapted, shedding his long hair for a shorter cooler coat in the summer, and with tufts of hair between his pads to protect his paws from the cold in the winter.

Don’t be surprised! Your kitty’s tongue is covered with papillae, the backward facing hooks, which helps her to groom her fur and to scour meat off the bones. So, now you know why your feline’s tongue looks so rough!

How do you know whether a cat is frightened or is ready to prowl? Just look at his fur. If he is frightened, the hair all over his body would stand up but if he is ready to attack, his hair would stand up only in a narrow band along the spine and tail. If he is frightened, give him all the love to make him comfortable but if he is in an aggressive mood, just watch out!

Prophet Mohammed, founder of Islam, also known as the ‘last messenger of God’ loved cats very much. He was very fond of his favourite cat named ‘Muezza.’ One day, when Muezza was asleep on the sleeve of his robe, Mohammed was called for prayers. He cut off the sleeve off his robe to let his cat sleep in peace; such was his love for his cat!

While we humans may not yet be adept at holding conversations in cat-speak, cats use their language to communicate with us and other animals. Some cats “talk” more than others, but most cats do make noise some of the time, and they expect us to know what they’re saying. We’re all familiar with the meaning of hissing and growling, but there are many other sounds your cat is capable of making, and a…

Puss in Boots (PiB)…or The Master Cat, whatever we call him…we just loved that smart kitty for all his gags and antics. In an European fairy tale, our l’il furry-friend was busy helping his master to attain wealth through his trickery…and when he reached the silver screen with Shrek series...the whole world just went crazy about him. A smart fighter, he is skilled with a sword and knows how to…

Sugar, oh! Honey, honey…Honey, oh! Sugar, sugar. While playing poker…and winning big money, we can’t help, but sing such songs to woo our kitty. Now let me explain, why? Actually to “Sweeten the kitty” phrase means to increase the size of pot in poker, to make the bid more attractive. In earlier times, “tiger,” the bank of the house, was lovingly called kitty by the gamblers and thus our furry…

A cat with a pair of wings… Oh, no! It’s not a canard, but it’s true. Tom, a cat of Granny Feng, China, has developed a pair of wings. Two bumps appeared on his body, which started growing and after a month, they formed two hairy 4 inches long wings. As per experts, it is just a gene mutation, but whatever it is, this kitty does have two wings. But it is a pity that the kitty still can’t fly.

Can Tom (a cat) and Jerry (a mouse) ever become friends? Surely, your reply will be “No”. But yes, there is a pair of a cat and mouse who seem to be bosom pals. This little mouse walks all over his kitty friend and she loves it. What a friendship, we would say! Do you think the animated cartoon series ‘Tom & Jerry’ needs some revamp?

Do you sleep for a short while during day? Do you wake up with the slightest noise during such naps? If youranswer is yes to both, then you are actually catnapping. Even though most of you would address your kitties as sleeping beauties, but you all would agree that they get up on hearing the faintest sound. This is catnap. So, what about a catnap during lunch hour at office, just wake up as soon…

Do you label yourself as a fashion freak, one who keeps up with the latest trends - clothes, shoes, accessories,hairstyle, bags - infact anything and everything? Then, you are definitely a hep cat! And you thought you were just stylish!

Cats are lovely companions and they can win anybody’s heart. Even Pope Benedict XVI is a feline lover. He is blessed with Chico, a black and white short-haired cat. But Chico does not live with Pope at Vatican but at his home in Tubinger, Germany because pets are not allowed in Smell my: would makeup buy levitra online the stress using if youthful cialis 40 mg benefits an. Eye…

ERRATA In the ‘Breed Profile’ last issue, the heading ‘Beware of genetic diseases’ was inadvertently printed as ‘Watch out for health problems’ and a statement ‘These diseases run in the same or higher incidences in most breeds of cats’ was left out. We regret the errors.

The warmth and friendship of the people involved in the cat world is wonderful. Cat shows throughout the world are fascinating and it is a feast for the cat lovers. Here’s some info about the American cat shows: The show is held over 2 days. The owners bring their cats to the judging cages and then sit back and watch the judge assess and often talk about their cat or kitten. The cages where…

Do you know that kitty cats are so fanatic about hygiene...our Ms purrfectionist wants everything so proper and in time. She prefers to dine in a quiet serene place...that too at the same place and on the same time. And this cleanliness freak wants her bowls to be neat and clean, devoid of any residues...now you know it, why we call her that...indeed she is one.

Enigmatic Rekha, an epitome of beauty and timeless grace needs no introduction to Indian cinegoers, but very few people know that she is a compassionate animal lover also. Today, the cutest thing in her life is Bhaiyyu, a tomcat, which she adores like her own baby...pampers him with VIP  treatment. Bhaiyyu, her pet is the love of her life...a purrfect feline  companion.

Looking at her best always, dressed in a latest designer wear, flaunting in vogue hairdo...with in style accessories and bags, now isn’t she a cool cat. Yes! This phrase actually means stylish and admirable person and we have been using it for many babes...any guesses! Well I feel J Lo would be a nice example...isn’t she a cool cat. Next time when you call someone a cool cat, you know what it…

Well, all those who think that your kitty is younger to you, must think again.... In human years, a one-year-old cat is equivalent to 15 human years while a two-year-old cat is equal to a 24-year-old human counterpart. From third year onwards, each cat year accounts for four years of human life. So, if you have a five-year-old kitty, she is equal to a 36-year-old human. So, how many of you still…

I love your eyes, those twinkling amber eyes, They speak of a thousand things. It glows and I drown in its intensity, I would love to stay there forever, my kitty. It evokes myriad memories, and leaves an imprint on me. I consider myself lucky enough, to have experienced purring gaiety. The world seems appareled in celestial light, Like the glory and freshness of your amber eyes, shining bright.…