Snowy's cats, kittens and other animals thread

[Tania]

Black Cat Myth

In witch trials, ownership of a cat was often taken as "evidence" of Satanic association and witchcraft. Cats, believed to be evil in their own right, were often punished or burned alive along with humans during these trials.
Poor cats I saw once in tv the Inquisition trials and there i heard for the first time about this. imsad How cruels they were.


Inspired by the crocodiles i thought at two breeds which imitate two big cats of the wild: first is the black panther

 

[Kittygyal]

In witch trials, ownership of a cat was often taken as "evidence" of Satanic association and witchcraft. Cats, believed to be evil in their own right, were often punished or burned alive along with humans during these trials.
Poor cats I saw once in tv the Inquisition trials and there i heard for the first time about this. imsad How cruels they were.


Inspired by the crocodiles i thought at two breeds which imitate two big cats of the wild: first is the black panther

Greetings,
so true Tania i don't know why people tend to hurt cats or are even scared o cats imsad imsad
ma'assalama

 

[Tania]

Re: Kitty & Tania's Animal Thread

Cats breed

Part X Breed profile :Ocicat - the leopard cat ​

Origin :​

• The ocicat was developed in 1964 by accident, when Siamese breeder Virginia Daly, of Michigan, crossed a seal point Siamese female with a ruddy Abyssinian male in the hopes of developing an Abyssinian-pointed Siamese. The first litter of kittens all looked like their Abyssinian father, since the Abyssinian pattern and coloration are dominant over the Siamese pattern and colors. Next, Daly bred one of the female half-Aby, half-Siamese kittens to a chocolate point Siamese male. The resulting litter gave her the Aby-pointed Siamese she was trying to achieve. However, the litter also contained an ivory male with golden spots and striking copper eyes, which Daly named “Tonga.” Daly's daughter dubbed him an ocicat because of his resemblance to a baby ocelot (an American wildcat).
  
  
• In 1986, the gene pool was closed to Siamese and American shorthair outcrosses. However, Abyssinians are still used in ocicat breeding programs and will be until January 1, 2005. This will help keep the gene pool large and healthy.

Appearance :​

Body:

1. The breed is large, athletic and long-bodied with substantial bone structure and muscle development, exuding power and grace.
2. The legs are long and muscular, the torso solid and hard, and the cat has surprising weight for his/her size.
3. Combined with a loose-shouldered hunter-like stride and vivid eyes that gleam with intelligence and cunning, this breed reminds you that our domestic felines were wildcats only a few thousand years ago.

Coat:
The coat is short and glossy

Coat patterns: ​

• Ocicats possess round or thumbprint-shaped spots that come in 12 colors, including tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn and six shades of silver. The spotting pattern is distinctly different from the other four spotted breeds: the Egyptian mau, Bengal, California spangled and pixie bob. The spots are arranged in a bull's-eye pattern, courtesy of the classic tabby pattern from which the spotted pattern originated.
• Too, the ocicat is an agouti or “ticked” breed, courtesy of her Abyssinian ancestors; look closely and you'll see that each hair is decorated with bands of alternating color, ending with a dark tip.
• The forehead bears the classic tabby “M.” All eye colors are allowed except blue.
• Other patterns such as classic, mackerel and ticked tabby

Personality​

• Ocicats are active, curious and athletic, and have a highly honed hunting instinct. Like their Abyssinian and Siamese ancestors, ocicats are energetic and talkative and are perfect for those who like playful, lively, interactive cats.
• They're people-oriented and affectionate, too, and display a strong devotion to their human companions. Like their Siamese ancestors, ocicats can be quite vocal when something is frightfully wrong like empty food dishes, but they aren't as loud or annoying as their Siamese predecessors. :giggling:
  
• ocicats are very dependent on their human companions and need human interaction. If you work all day and play all night, another breed would be a better choice. However, if they are provided with a cat companion, ocicats can do quite well while waiting for you to come home from work. Just remember that two ocicats can get into twice as much mischief as one.

Intelligence​

Highly intelligent, ocicats thoroughly know their names and can be taught a variety of tricks usually reserved for the canine crowd, including coming on command and playing fetch. In fact, some owners claim their ocicats are too clever. Prospective owners should be aware that ocicats have a talent for mischief and can be hard on fragile household items. Not even the highest shelf is out of reach for the athletic ocicat. These are not good pets for folks who like couch potato cats.

Grooming​

Ocicats need very little grooming. Their sleek, short coats need only an occasional brushing to remove dead hairs. Avoid slicker type metal brushes as these can damage the ocicat's beautiful coat.

Health​

Ocicats are generally hardy, healthy cats but like their Abyssinian and Siamese ancestors can be prone to certain hereditary disorders and illnesses, such as gingivitis. Untreated, dental disease can undermine the cat's overall health. With routine tooth brushing, regular checkups, and periodic professional teeth cleaning, the problem can be minimized. Be sure to get a written health guarantee from your breeder.

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[snakelegs]

oooooh...this is going to be a hard choice - they are both beautiful!

 

[Nσσя'υℓ Jαииαн]

MashAllah they are!! Tania ur makin it difficult to choose! Let there be a 3rd option for both

 

[Tania]

Re: Kitty & Tania's Animal Thread

Cats breed

Part XI Breed profile :Somali - the fox cat ​

Origin :​

• The Somali first made its American appearance in the 1950s when longhaired kittens began appearing in Abyssinian litters. The gene governing long hair is recessive, which means one copy of the gene must be inherited from each parent for a kitten to have long hair. The gene can be passed on for generations without appearing, so no one knows exactly when or where the gene originated.
  
• Two schools of thought exist about the origin of the gene. Some believe that it was introduced when European breeders bred longhaired cats with Abyssinians to save the Aby from extinction after the world wars had decimated the breed. Others believe that the Somali is a gift from Mother Nature, created by spontaneous mutation. The idea that the Somali arose from the Abyssinian lines without help from other breeds is popular with many Somali fanciers.

Appearance :​

Body:

• Although essentially a longhaired Abyssinian, the Somali has characteristics all its own. The most notable difference, besides fur length, is size; Somalis are larger than their Aby relatives. Dense fur adds to the appearance of size.
• Their bodies are long, lithe and graceful with firm muscular development.
• The head is a modified wedge shape adorned with large, pointed, alert ears.
• The large, expressive, almond-shaped eyes gleam like brilliant gold or green jewels in a rich setting of fur.

Coat:
The Somali's medium-length coat is soft, silky and baby-fine. The hair is longest around the neck and breeches; the mane gives the Somali the appearance of a miniature lion. A luxurious fox-like brush adorns the tail.

Coat patterns: ​

• Like the Abyssinian, the Somali is a ticked or agouti breed. Each hair has bands of alternating darker and lighter color that gives the fur its characteristic camouflage. The Somali's longer fur shows off the ticking to its best advantage. The ticked pattern is actually a type of tabby. While the body is free of tabby stripes, some striping can be seen on the face; dark pencil lines extend from the eyes and brows, and the forehead is decorated with the classic tabby “M.”
  
• Somalis come in the same colors as the Aby: ruddy, red, blue and fawn. All associations except TCA accept these colors; TCA accepts only ruddy and red. Some associations such as TICA and AACE also accept silver. This color is controversial, however, as some breeders believe that the inhibitor gene responsible for the silver effect will ruin the ruddy coloration.

Personality​

• Although the Somali's beauty first attracts people, its personality turns fanciers into fanatics. Although not lap cats, Somalis are people-oriented and devoted, and want to be involved in every aspect of your life. Open a drawer, and your Somali will be there to peer in. Sit in front of the tube, and your Somali will be there for a pet and a purr.
  
• Don't get a Somali if you want a cat that resembles a furry doorstop, however. Like the action-packed Aby, the Somali is energetic and animated, and possesses a sense of humor and a love of play. Somalis love to race around the house, opening cupboards with their agile paws and generally getting into mischief.

Intelligence​

They are also intelligent, which contributes to the mischief making. They also tend to be determined cats; once they get an idea in their furry little heads, there's no deterring them. “Tenacious” is the word most used to describe the Somali.

Grooming​

The Somali's soft, silky fur requires combing about twice a week. Attention should be paid to the longer fur on hindquarters and neck since mats can occur in those areas. Fortunately, most Somalis enjoy being groomed.

Health​

Somalis are generally healthy, hardy and vigorous. Like all purebred breeds, however, Somalis have a few cons with their pros. Like the Abyssinian, some Somalis have trouble with gingivitis and tooth decay, and require regular check ups, cleanings and tooth brushing to keep their smiles bright. Some Somali lines also have a higher incidence of renal amyloidosis -- a hereditary disease found in Aby bloodlines as well.


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[Nσσя'υℓ Jαииαн]

^^Omg i want those cats :X

 

[Malaikah]

Re: Kitty & Tania's Animal Thread

awww!! That is soo cute! mashaallah!:statisfie

 

[Khayal]

Beautiful cats.....



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[Tania]

The truth about cat toys ​

Part I: 15 - 18 february 2007​

Play together toys​

Quiz results​

Kittens spend many hours playing games, especially those that simulate hunting and violent competition with other cats. The ability to play develops gradually once the kittens open their eyes. It becomes increasingly refined as their bodies grow, their muscles develop, and their motor abilities improve. Kittens are willing to play with other kittens and cats, with other animals, and with humans, and are very easily induced to play hunting games.

Watching a playing cat is fascinating. In response to the stimulus of motion, the cat focuses on the moving object, lies down in preparation for a pretend ambush, and, after a few seconds of concentration, intercepts its "prey" with amazing rapidity. Cats are naturally skillful hunters, and the level of these skills can be observed most particularly when they play.

As they grow up, the cats' need for play significantly decreases. Cats become calmer and are not as often excited by stimuli. Still, house cats are kittens in their souls, and most of them are willing to engage in some sort of play even when they are older.

The great advantage of these interactive toys is that they can be held by a human located at some distance away from the cat. That way, the game is interactive while the human participant cannot be scratched or bitten in the excitement of the play. Also, sharing the hunting game with the feline friend, she will not become bored or lazy exactly because his beloved owner is there.

Conclusion: interactive games are for cats regardless of their age and the most favourites toys which would be bought by our readers are the laser pen (5 votes) or the remote controlled toys (2 votes.) Both are safe and we should never forget the cat must get a reward in the end of the game. Thats why after a laser pen play its good if we are leaving near to the cat a small toy like reward She will think she caught the laser light.

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[Tania]

More Ocicat pictures:

 

[Tania]

More Bombay cats:

 

[Nσσя'υℓ Jαииαн]

:lol: They're so cute!!! Stop it Tania ;D

 

[England]

I've got a bombay cat. She's fat, she lives outside and never comes in. I think she has a 2nd home

 

[Tania]

I've got a bombay cat. She's fat, she lives outside and never comes in. I think she has a 2nd home

I think its true . They are very attached to their owners, never like to be left alone, so if she spend so little time with you, it means she found another home.

 

[Ibn Abi Ahmed]

Poll updated. Will remain open between ---> 18 - 22 February 2007.

 

[Al_Imaan]

i was right about the poll...and i chose the cute fox cat....

 

[Khayal]

Very hard to choose b/w 1st ( I like her black shiny fur), n the 3rd one ( Innocent face)...hmmmmm

my vote goes to this.....​

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[Kittygyal]

I've got a bombay cat. She's fat, she lives outside and never comes in. I think she has a 2nd home

Greetings.
maybe she doesn't like the house :lol: oh maybe she just found new friends
take care

 

[England]

Kittygyal/Tania,

She doesn't forget to scratch at the door scrounging for food every 5 mins but still refuses to come in. Perhaps an evil spirit in the house?
You know where she prefers to sleep at nights, be it cold, freezing or warm? In the bloody shed! :uuh: Weird cat.