Cat's World

If you own a dog or cat, this animal is for us is always the smartest. But dog vs cat, who is the smartest of the two? This issue, although the subjective object of scientific studies. Dr. Joan Liebmann-Smith analyzed the capabilities of each animal for the Huffington Post. Find out why we had a draw. Dog: a social animal ultimately  When we speak of intelligence, it is obvious to think that the brain of our boyfriend and the least one can say is that cats and dogs are not housed in the same boat. The dog has a brain that develops continuously while the same volume cat persists for 8,000 years. This increase in brain volume compared to dog cat reflects their sociability. In fact, in recent years, the cat has not improved their social skills, the gap between their two brains has been widened. This does not mean that one is more intelligent than the other. The cat is an animal, in particular, independent, unlike the canine breed interacts with its owner whenever he wan...

HOW TO EXAMINE THE EYES The eye examination should be done in a dark room using a single light source, such as a flashlight, and a magnifying glass. With magnification, you can see fine details on the surface of the eyelids and the eyeball and may be able to inspect some of the inner eye structures. Many cats need to be restrained for an eye exam. Put the cat in a pillowcase and pin the case around the cat’s neck, or hold the cat gently wrapped in a towel or on your lap if he is cooperative. You can often get a clue to the cause of the problem by comparing one eye with the other. See if the eyes are of the same size, shape, and color. Do they bulge forward or are they recessed back in their sockets? Is there an eye discharge? Is the third eyelid visible over the inside corner of the eye? Does the eye look smoky, hazy, or cloudy? To examine the outer surface of the eyeball, place one thumb just below the eye and the other over the bone just above the upper lid. Gently d...

Your cat has an eye problem if there is matter in the eye; the eye waters; the cat blinks, squints, paws at the eye or gives evidence that the eye is painful; or the nictitating membrane is visible. The first thing to do is examine the eye and try to determine the cause. Eye problems can go from minor to serious very quickly. Be prepared to visit your veterinarian if you can’t resolve the problem right away. SIGNS OF EYE AILMENTS Eye problems are accompanied by a number of signs and symptoms. Pain is one of the most serious. A cat with a painful eye needs prompt veterinary attention. • Eye discharge: The type of discharge helps define the cause. A clear discharge without redness and pain indicates a problem in the tear drainage system. A clear discharge with a reddened eye could be conjunctivitis, including from a viral infection. A thick, sticky, mucus or puslike discharge, along with a red (inflamed) eye suggests possible conjunctivitis as well, including from chlamydp...

Having a cat is not only good for morale, it is also good for your physical as well as psychic health. This is in any case what researchers demonstrate after study and that proves to be true.  But how do cats contribute to the well-being of their owners? You will be surprised to discover all the beneficial effects they can have on us!

Shaking hands is an entertaining and impressive trick. Not too many people can boast of walking up to a cat, extending a hand, and having it met with a paw. It is a fun trick to teach, though it may take a few sessions until your cat can successfully perform it. Before learning to shake hands, your cat needs to be able to sit on cue. Teaching your cat to shake hands can be accomplished through a few clicker techniques. After cuing her into a sit, watch her. If your cat happens to raise her right paw up, capture the movement with a click and then immediately give her a treat. In clicker-speak, this is called capturing behavior.  It’s a way of reinforcing a naturally occurring behavior without a prompt or cue. Each time she raises her paw, click and treat her. Add the visual cue of extending your right open palm to her left paw. Depending on how eager the cat is to learn, this technique can take many repetitions until she understands that raising her paw is re...