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Norman Auspitz

U.S.
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I can answer most non-veterinary questions about cats. My particular expertise is pedigree cats, breeding and showing. However, I am versed in feline behavior, cat breeds and their characteristics, general feline husbandry, and the like.

Kate Tilmouth

U.K.
Available
I can answer most day to day cat problems encountered by owners. I have a good understanding of cat behaviour and problems which may arise from changes to their daily routine. I can advise on cat training including litter training and general day to day cat care issues. I am not a vet and therefore cannot answer medical questions.

Jessica

Available
I have bred Siamese cats and have years of experience caring for homeless, feral, orphaned, and terminally ill cats. I am knowledgeable in cat behavior, health, history, troubleshooting, breeds, coat patterns and colors, and trivia.

Tomay

On Vacation
returns 12/03/2009
I can answer questions concerning the care and grooming of cats.

Karen Craft

U.S.
Maxed Out
I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!

Ali

Canada
Maxed Out
I am currently owned by 3 mixed breed cats ranging from 4 to 10 years old. I have 20+ years experience working with mixed breed cats in different situations. I have fostered cats/kittens with special needs/behavioral issues. I have rescued/rehabilitated/re-homed a variety of stray/abused cats. I can offer advice on feral cat colonies, help rehabilitate strays and find them forever homes. I can help you to determine whether a cat is stray or feral, there is a significant difference. New cat/kitten introductions can result in aggression between newly introduced cats because they are territorial and don't like change. There is .....

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2009-11-06 diarrhea:

Hi kittens can get tummy upsets from time to time it normally due to the fact that their digestive systems are still settling down and getting used to the food they are being given. Make sure he gets

2009-11-06 Maine Coon Mix:

Hi no this is not a breed trait it is a learned behaviour. It may be that someone in the past has played or teased him with their hands or feet or he may have been taken away from his litter too early

2009-11-06 Weight difference in two 5-month old kittens:

Hi Sahana. Neutering can cause weight gain in some cats because testosterone is a natural appetite suppressant. However, as long as you continue to control portions, neutering will have no impact on

2009-11-06 kittens being left outside:

Hi Katrina. This is a difficult situation for sure. Probably the best thing you can do is to limit Holly and the babies to a small area while you are away. Ideally, see if you can rent a dog crate that

2009-11-06 kittens:

Hi Jacob. No, that's not really anything to worry about at this point. Umbilical cords can fall off anywhere from 3-10 days old. For now, the leave umbilical cord in place, since trying to remove it

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