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Here are some tips on removing foreign bodies in your cat. If your cat has a thorn or stone lodged or embedded in his paw try removing it using tweezers. Bathe any remaining small wound with a suitable antiseptic — one meant for humans may be poisonous to cats, and they may ingest it by licking their paws! When visiting your veterinarian it is a good idea to ask which antiseptic is safe for cats…

Exotic Shorthair has a sweet teddy bear look with fur much easier to maintain and groom. Sharing life with this beautiful and affectionate cat is always a bond to remember. Let’s find out more about this amiable exotic breed. Exotic Shorthairs are termed as ‘Lazy Man’s Persians’ for these breeds were bred to make a perfect pet for pet parents who are looking for the laid back personality.…

An extremely important part of rearing your kitten is to socialise them so that they will be a pleasure to handle. A lot of pet parents understand the importance of socialising, but there is still a long way to go.

If you return home to ripped blankets or scarves, or have found random bunches of poop in your purse, slippers or bed, know that you are not alone. All feline pet parents would agree to the somewhat moody behaviour of cats. Have you ever been distracted or annoyed by your pet’s antics? For example, many cats meow over and over and over when it’s mealtime. The only way to calm them is to feed…

FCI Cat Show When: October 2019 Where: Mumbai Attendance: More than 400 cats to be judged by international judges.   FCI striving for overall betterment and healthier life of fellow felines With their mission to help cats lead healthier life and spread knowledge to take care for them, FCI (The Feline Club of India) had organised a series of events, among which was the Feline Convention in Pune…

There are six main coat colours and patterns in cats. These include – Solid, Parti-Colour,Bi-Colour, Tabby, Shaded/Smoke and Colourpoint. In this edition, let’s focus onSolid. A Solid colour means that a cat has only one colour all over her body. Not even a tiny part has any other colour anywhere else on the body. There is no pattern on the body either. Nine different coat colours There…

If you are looking for a cat breed who will wait for you patiently and be happy when you get back home, then what you need is a Ragdoll in your life! Ragdoll is famous for two things—one, she has amazing appearance, magnetic and capturing blue eyes. Two, the strong bond she develops with her pet parent. As a pet parent who shared life with dogs and has been breeding Ragdolls for almost 12 years I…

Whether you are driven or lost, working or a homebody, young or old, a Persian Cat can be just the right companion for you. They are gentle, not very predatory, protective, and very, very intelligent animals. They might not invite cuddles but the certainly command respect. My journey with my Persian cat has been a pleasant one—we are good friends, and shall continue to be so forever more. To…

Feline behavioural problems are common in multiple cat households. Many times cats are not well understood as dogs. But knowing some basics about cat culture can help pet parents solve many problems. Some cats just don’t give peace a chance. It can be a difficult and frustrating situation living with feuding felines. Resolving their temperamental and behavioural problems may take some time…

The Feline Club of India (FCI) hosted Feline Convention, a knowledge-based event, on 24th February 2019 at Pune. A host of eminent speakers from different parts of India addressed key concern areas for pet parents, breeders and veterinarians. The event was supported by Bharat International, Champion Pet Food, Whiskas, Hills, Vetina. FCI is planning to conduct such seminars in new cities with an…

Legendary German fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who recently died at 85 in Paris, was a proud pet parent of a white fluffy Burmese cat named Choupette. The cat is reportedly set to inherit some of the 15 million pound fortune left by the formidable fashion designer. Choupette has been much of an icon in the fashion industry. The feline fellow’s instagram account has 1,20,000 followers. In the…

A large and muscular breed with relatively short, fine-boned limbs and fast reflexes, Chartreux is one of the rare domestic cats from France. This breed is unique with her blue (grey) water-resistant short coats which are often slightly spongy in texture. Due to the structure of her head and tapered muzzle, Chartreux often appears to be smiling. Chartreux is mentioned for the first time in…

There was a time when people, especially in India, didn’t like keeping cats as pets. The millennial generation is happy to keep cats as pets and shower them with love and affection. But there are so many myths about cats. So let’s debunk 10 Common Cat Myths. 1. Milk is good for cats: This myth has been going on for ages. We’ve all seen cats lapping up milk in cartoons and movies. The fact…

We cherish our feline friends for their distinctiveness, curiosity, grace and flexibility and strange sleeping habits. Here are 15 quirky Cat Facts. Cats usually fall on their feet due to their righting reflex, and did you know that their tongues are covered with tiny barbs, which is why it feels like sandpaper rubbing against our skins when they lick us. In proportion to the body, their…

Although feline heartworm disease was identified in 1921, for many years cat lovers, veterinarians, and scientists did not recognise heartworm as a problem in cats. It was only after a lot of research that veterinary parasitologists were convinced that heartworm infection may cause serious disease in the cats. Cats are naturally more resistant to infection than dogs. But any cat can…

Savannah is a cross breed of domestic Siamese cat and Serval, a medium-sized, large-eared wild African cat. The unusual cross became popular among breeders in the late 1990s and The International Cat Association (TICA) accepted the cat as a new registered breed in 2001 and as a ‘championship breed’ in 2012. Savannah is an extraordinary breed with exotic look of wild cat but personality and care…

Statistics show that cats, like people, are living longer thanks to advancement in veterinary science, nutrition and therapeutics, as well as increase in the proportion of cats living indoors or whose access to the outdoors is restricted to leash walks and/or escape-proof enclosed structures. In fact, the percentage of house cats aged 6 and above has doubled over the last 25 years. This…

The Feline Club of India (FCI) has organised registration drives in Mumbai (1800 cats) and Kolhapur (800 cats). Each registered cat got microchipped by microchips from Vetina. Each cat, who was in condition to get a vaccination, was given one from Zoetis. The microchips and vaccines were given free of cost, along with free goodie bags and litter sand. FCI’s 1st International Convention was…

The Feline Club of India (FCI) records details of the father and mother of each kitten who is registered with them. Now when these kittens will grow up and have their own kittens, we will know who the parents and grandparents are. With each passing generation of kittens, we will be able to distinguish the lines more and more accurately. Inbreeding causes genetic problems. Inbreeding from…

Alliance of Cat Fanciers (ACF) in association with World Cat Federation (WCF) organised the International Cat Show on 11th November in Bengaluru, followed by other cities. All breeds of cats including Pedigree, non-Pedigree and Indian breeds were participated in the show. Judged by three international judges, every participant was given breed certificate from the WCF, then microchipped and…