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Expert Profile: Ali

Expertise: I cannot offer medical advice, after all, I am not a veterinarian! I can help you introduce your resident cat to your new feline friend. I can offer suggestions on dealing with common behavioral issues. If you are wondering how to choose the best food to feed your feline friend I would recommend that you do your own research. Things aren't always as they seem when it comes to the pet food industry, and doing your own research allows you to be sure you are providing the best nutrition possible your cat. I can help you understand your cat's basic needs so that you can meet them. Cats must have interaction and stimulation. Being able to train your cat means finding out what motivates them. Cats all vary in personality, energy level and intelligence just as people do. An intelligent, high energy cat with a mischievous personality must be kept occupied or they will make their own fun even if you aren't fond of their choice of entertainment. I have fostered several cats and kittens. I have experience in dealing with some special needs cats including helping to regain the trust of abused and abandoned cats. I have rescued a number of strays and I can offer tips on how to trap, neuter, vaccinate and release cats in feral colonies and rehabilitate strays to find them loving forever homes. Currently I own 3 cats ranging in age from 3 to 9 years of age. My oldest cat has ongoing kidney issues so I`m willing to offer limited suggestions on this topic. For behavioral issues that I lack experience in I am willing to consult the staff at my family veterinary clinic, however I am unable to provide medical advice so if you have a cat that is ill/injured my advice is always the same: get prompt medical treatment administered by a qualified vet.

Experience in the area
I have fostered feral and stray cats, rehabilitated and homed the cats that most people recommended euthanasia for. I am the proud pet guardian of three wonderful cats. I am willing to make an effort to do the research and ask questions because I care enough to find solutions to behavioral problems rather than giving up.

Education/Credentials
No related education.

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What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? Part of having a lifelong love affair with cats of all sizes is knowing that no matter how many years one studies there`s always something new to learn about cats. If you take a risk and invest your heart in each cat in your life you`ll be amazed at the results. Cats aren't aloof, they simply remember being treated like gods.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Behavioral issues are highest cause of death in cats. Too many healthy, cats are euthanised because their owners don`t know how to correct behavioral issues. A can of compressed air (used for cleaning electronics) or a spray bottle filled with water is handy for delivering unpleasant but humane consequences for undesirable behaviors.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject Statistics seem to show that cats are viewed as disposable pets, only 3% of cats admitted to shelters are reclaimed by their owner. Spaying and neutering is a humane way of reducing these sad statistics. Take responsibility for your cats, spay and neuter them to reduce overpopulation and change these sad statistics.

What do you like about this subject? My favorite part of being a pet parent is that domestic cats mirror the behaviors that you see in large cats. In essence, being a cat guardian allows people to experience the joy of life with a lion on a smaller scale.

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 9300
Knowledge	9.82 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.91 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.95 Best of the best
Politeness	9.94 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		5
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		951

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	09/05/08
10	10	10	10	09/03/08
9	10	10	10	09/03/08
10	10	10	10	09/03/08
10	6	10	10	09/03/08

User Comments

thankyou for the quick response i will try the weaning formula and keep you updated
(rachel on 09/05/08)

That was very helpful, thank you very much!!!
(Carol on 09/03/08)

Thank you so much! I took him to the vet, and he had a very serious U.T.I. If we had waited any longer, he would have died...Thank you for your concer
(anna on 09/03/08)

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Recent Answers from Ali

2008-09-04 Cat attacking other cats: Liz, I'm somewhat concerned that this attacking business has come on rather suddenly. Cats don't typically attack housemates that they are familiar with and have been properly introduced to without...

2008-09-04 Lonely Cat: Barb, If I understand you correctly you're looking for a companion for Maggie. The fact that she ended up in a feral colony doesn't necessarily impact on her ability to socialize with other cats provided...

2008-09-03 7 week old kitten: Rachel, A 7 week old kitten is a little young to be away from his siblings and mom. I routinely recommend that kittens be allowed to stay with their mom and siblings for a minimum of 10-12 weeks to...

2008-09-03 sisters getting along: Carol, It's best to allow the kittens to play together as they were doing. It's how they work out their place within the family. The grumbly kitten sounds like she's just more dramatic than the other...

2008-09-03 Leaving cat/kitten alone: Carol, If I understand you correctly your kitten gets along well with your older cats. The fact that the kitten is comfortable and gets along with the older cats combined with your kitten proofing efforts...