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The first cat domesticated about 10,000 years ago lived in the region of what is now Cyprus. Cats are now known, were not domesticated by humans (such as horses or birds) but there was a strange and particular self-domestication and adaptation process for convenience simultaneously. (Read: Cats: pets by choice)

Cats are so agile that they can turn around in free fall and land on their feet, always falling from heights are not excessive.

The hair of a cat is 2.5 cm on average, and grows from 0.25 to 0.3 mm per day. The skeleton of a cat is composed of 250 bones. Read the rest of this entry »

For the pet is healthy and fit, you must exercise regularly. However, avoid the hours of the day gets warmer, as the dog tends to pass them sleeping. Also, like people, dogs suffer injuries, strains, sprains, so you have to control your physical activity and ensure that not overdo exercise or perform hazardous activities.

Exercise is necessary to allow the dog to express normal canine behaviors, such as exploring, follow tracks odorous, etc.. You can also use this time to improve training and strengthen relations pet-owner. Read the rest of this entry »

Overall, both cats and dogs need to be dewormed and vaccinated. The immunization schedule will be established by your veterinarian to be the annual doses for most animal vaccines in adults and pups will vary according to each protocol.

As a general rule and in the absence of disease symptoms should go at least once a year to the vet.

It is important that this visit is revised to read the microchip of the animal and do a complete scan of the animal. Take note of the recommendations of the veterinarian. Read the rest of this entry »

Bitches can have their first heat between 6 and 10 months of age. Cats can have several cycles in a row and jealousy are influenced by environmental temperature and sunlight.

Vaginal bleeding is a normal occurrence in dogs and occurs in the first phase of the cycle. This phase lasts 10 days on average but can vary from 3 days to 3 weeks. At this stage males are attracted, but females are still receptive.

When a cat is in heat is restless, going from one side to another, just eat, she rubs against the floor and meows constantly. When the cat is ready to mate will be conducted several times, usually with several other cats. Read the rest of this entry »

Dogs are social animals and hierarchical: this means they need from puppy know and accept their “place” in the family and outside it (in the park, in the presence of strangers at home, in the usual places such as pitch veterinary clinic in the homes of relatives, etc. ..)

There is a critical period in the development of behavior called “period of sensitization” ranging from 3 to 10 weeks, during which the puppy must assimilate everything that happens in their environment. The socialization of the animal does better accept other animals, both its own species and others, and habituation enables them to cope with environmental stimuli to be found throughout his life. Read the rest of this entry »

Bathroom: Experts do not agree with regard to the frequency in which you must perform the bathrooms. In general this should not be less than once a month. Some authors suggest should be done when needed, for example when the hair is dirty. Although cats are generally less tolerant than dogs with the bath is possible that the kitten will accept and get used to it. Special gels are recommended for pets.

Brushing: The best way to keep your health without altering their skin is daily brushing.

Ears should be cleaned with gauze. There are specific products, they lie in the ear canal and massage the area, proceeding then to cleaned with gauze. Read the rest of this entry »

Ownership of a pet in our home involves a number of responsibilities for their care and attention that must be met. Below are a series of recommendations on these issues:

- CHOOSE THE PET AND THE COMING HOME

The first thing you have to ask is if you are willing to adopt an animal and if you. This must be willing to devote part of his time to the new pet, be patient and persevering, share some of his free time with the animal and how to act firmly to their possible behavior.

To make living with the dog is their best is essential to take into account the specific characteristics of each race and provide adequate care during the first weeks.

The accessories must be purchased before arrival dela new animal house is a bed, food and water bowls, accessories like belt and collar for dogs and plastic bucket for sand deposition in the case of cats. Should be available in a cosmetic bag containing combs, brushes, wet cleaning tollitas eyes and ears and a nail clipper tongs. Read the rest of this entry »

Main problems

Among the main problems of the mouth of a cat are:

1. Plaque and periodontal disease
These are two common and important abnormalities of the teeth of our pets, also represent the two main causes of tooth loss in our pets.
In the mouth regularly for bacteria that are abundant in the presence of remains of food (more in cases of cats fed moist or canned products) and own production of saliva “build” the plaque, expansion plaque and its associated mineralization will lead to tartar.
This “invasion” cause inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) and a significant alteration of the stability (gingiva and periodontal ligament). If the problem persists, will result in the loss of one, several or all teeth. Read the rest of this entry »

The cat’s oral cavity structures we find white or slightly yellowish, hard consistency and strong position in the mouth … the teeth, but for him not only vital in grasping and chewing food, but also involved in intimidation and defense functions, relationships and play, and so on.

Oral Anatomy

The teeth, whatever its form and function, have the following parts:

- Crown: the tooth is seen.
- Root: part of the tooth can not see, as it is within “gaps” that exist in the mandible and maxilla: the tooth socket.
- Neck or cement-enamel junction (CEJ): the junction between the crown and root.

The teeth are surrounded by the gums, a hard consistency thickened tissue that is anchored to the bone surrounding the tooth and a small part of the surface of the tooth root. Read the rest of this entry »

Although cats pays attention to hygiene and animals are much cleaner than their parents, dogs, it is important to know the rules to your cat’s natural beauty look at the best. Consider the various organs of cats require special care.

EYE

In general, the eyes of a cat in good condition do not need special maintenance.

Just watch that no tears and no oozing or are swollen. Some breeds, particularly the brachycephalic (the very flat), require, however, more regular care, as the tears formed a ring around the eye, the excess must be removed and cleaned the mean angle of the eye with a sterile gauze soaked in antiseptic eye. In case of watering or redness should be consulted immediately to a veterinarian. Read the rest of this entry »