January epitomizes the winter season with snow, sleet, and ice. Our pictures of silver and solid blue cats reflect the colors of icicles hanging from the roof, frozen ponds, and the cool blue color of the sky. Enjoy our January blue cats pictures, whose soft, warm, cuddly appearances belie the cold

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Obesity isn't just a problem for people: 25 percent to 50 percent of cats in the United States are overweight and 5 percent to 15 percent are obese. Cats that weigh too much suffer more injuries and die younger than cats that are at a healthy weight. They are also prone to arthritis, urinary tract p

Cutest Cat Contestant Sammi. Is your cat the cutest cat in the world? About.com is pleased to announce the Cutest Cat Picture Contest. Please read the rules carefully, then submit your Cutest Cat photo by following these Guidelines.

The term "sarcoma" refers to a specific type of cancerous tumor. Usually, the term is accompanied by a prefix that denotes the location of the tumor. For example, osteosarcoma refers to a tumor located in the bone. In cats, the most common sarcoma is the vaccine-associated feline sarcoma. This t

The advantages of silica cat litter are obvious. It's ability to absorb and dry large amounts of waste quickly means you have to change the litter less frequently and odors are also eliminated. But there are some drawbacks to this litter as well.

Everyone knows that cats like catnip. Cats will often nibble on other plants if given access to them. This can result in shredded flower arrangements and injured plants. But damage can go beyond the flowers and plants. Some species of plants are toxic to cats. If a cat gets into something poisonous

Cats can be fickle creatures at times; we love them so much that we often spare no expense for their food, toys, coat shampoos, etc -- but they still love to scratch everything in sight and often it will be your $2000 sofa, pricey chair, or the legs of your dining room table. That's why it&apos

Ear cleansing is an important preventative measure for both dogs and cats. Washing your pet's ears can clean the ear as well as prevent and treat yeast infections, ear mites and other ear maladies. When it comes to choosing the right cleaner for your specific pet, knowing about your different option

Most cat owners are tired of their scratched furnishings and carpets. Before they decide to declaw your pet, there are some things that may be useful.

Even as a pet, cats are avid hunters and tend to be active and curious. As a result, cats receive injuries when braving new discoveries. There are many reasons why your cat may exhibit swelling in its hind leg, from a simple bee sting to more serious conditions, such as arthritis. Fortunately, there

A number of different issues can cause a cat to suffer from constipation. A common cause, just as often occurs with humans, is an unbalanced diet. Other causes can include cancers, infections and physiological disorders in your cat. Aside from the need to alleviate temporary discomfort, another reas

Cats like to climb and are fond of surveying their kingdom from lofty places. A cat tree house provides a variety of opportunities for your kitty: exercise, play, somewhere to hide when they want to disappear and a perch to view the world. Commercial made cat tree houses can be expensive and may not

The toys that cats enjoy most are often extremely basic. Because of this, for someone who enjoys a quick craft project, it doesn't make much sense to pay a premium at a pet store for a toy that you could make on your own. Two of the most popular types of cat toys are feather "fishing pole" style toy

Cleaning the litter box is one of those unpleasant tasks that everyone with a cat has to do at some point. It's always best to let someone else take care of that task if you're pregnant, but that's not always an option. According to the Center for Disease Control, toxoplasmosis is a risk to pregnant

Turkish Van kittens are adorable cats that originated in the Middle East around Lake Van. They have semilong hair or long hair with reddish-auburn ears and tails. They are known for their swimming ability and playfulness. These kittens will follow you around, being people cats, and always wanting to

Many cat owners will take their cats in to get them de-clawed. Before you take your cat in to get them de-clawed you should look at the risks that are associated with de-clawing cats.When you take your cat in to get de-clawed it is a surgical procedure that requires your cat to go under general anes

If you have an orphaned infant kitten, or if your new mother cat isn't feeling well or has too many mouths to feed, give the new baby a good start with a special formula for infant kittens. Formula for infant kittens is loaded with all the nutrients the new baby needs, and before you know it, the ne

Leonardo da Vinci said, 'The smallest feline is a masterpiece," and Collette said, 'There are no ordinary cats.' This picture gallery of cats proves both of those homilies, confirming that "A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words."

There is nothing quite so endearing as a cat at its comical best, particularly because they take themselves so very seriously. Whether it be a mighty hunter, a cat overcome by his own curiosity, or a cat sleeping, legs akimbo, in perfect bliss, I think you will agree that comical cats are cats at th