Snowy's cats, kittens and other animals thread

[Sister_6038]

asalaams ok deadly serious question here....i have a crazy phobia of cats....reason being that i had one thrown at me as a child....and i accidently stepped on one....*ok so it should be the cat thats scared and not me*....

and right people i dont want you all to therein report me to the rspca...these incidents were traumatising enough for me....

but thing is...when i see a cat less than a metre away i jump...and being the giant i am...thats not a pleasant sight

and im not joking but there's this cat that has sensed my fear and she goes out of her way to indulge in this everyday on my way to work!!

and just to let you know...i havent forgotten the question...but seriously how do i get rid of it...not the cat...

 

[Tania]

asalaams ok deadly serious question here....i have a crazy phobia of cats
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written by Fiona Hill

What are the effects of having a phobia?​

People will try to avoid the situation or object that triggers their phobia, as far as possible. This is easier for some than for others. To what extent their life is affected will depend on the nature and severity of the phobia.

Someone with a phobia of cats might not want to touch one; another might not tolerate being in the same room, a third might be unwilling to see a picture of the animal. It's even possible for just the mental image of a cat to cause terror, in severe cases. This presents huge difficulties.

What can I do about it?​

Many people don't seek professional help for phobias, but develop coping strategies and self-help techniques themselves. (See What can I do to help myself? further down.) Alternatively, you could visit your GP, who can also refer you to a psychiatrist or psychologist, so you can find out what treatment might work for you. Or you might prefer to find your own therapist or source of help. There is no right or wrong way to feel or thing to do. Different things work for different people.

Talking treatments​

There are different kinds of talking treatments, including counselling, psychotherapy, and cognitive behaviour therapy. Getting these treatments on the NHS may depend on where you live. It might be available through your GP surgery, or he or she may be able to refer you for treatment.

You could also find your own therapist or source of help. (For more information, see Useful organisations, further down.)

Counselling provides support, usually on a once-a-week basis, helping people deal with specific problems. Psychotherapy tends to be quite a long-term and in-depth talking treatment, with the focus on helping people find and deal with the causes of their distress, as well as developing their own coping strategies.Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) identifies connections between people's thoughts, feelings and behaviour, and develops practical skills to manage them. This has proved very useful to those who experience the symptoms associated with phobias.

Behaviour therapy​

Psychologists can offer behaviour therapy, which is a practical form of treatment that gives you practice in facing your fears. It's also known as exposure therapy or desensitisation, because it involves being exposed to whatever you most fear, very gradually, in order to reduce your anxiety. There is a suggestion that a combination of behaviour therapy and appropriate medication can be beneficial.

What help can I get in the community?​

If your GP refers you to psychiatric services in England and Wales, you should have your needs assessed and care planned within the Care Programme Approach (CPA), or its equivalent. This should provide you with an assessment of your social and health care needs, a care plan, a care coordinator and a regular review. You are entitled to say what your needs are and to have an advocate to speak for you, if you want one. This assessment might also include the needs of carers and relatives.

What can I do to help myself?​

There is no one way of coping with phobias that is guaranteed to work. Different strategies work for different people. Some people might prefer to work on their own self-help programme, while others prefer to get involved in self-help groups or to work with a psychologist, psychiatrist or therapist within an agreed treatment plan – or to do a combination.

Self-help programmes​

You can choose to work to your own programme, which could includes cognitive behaviour therapy techniques. The organisations and the books listed below should be able to help you devise one to suit. You could work the programme on your own, with someone close to you or with a careworker, if appropriate, or you could involve a therapist.

 

[Tania]

How to take the best cat picture ​

Photo contest April 2007 ​

Rules​

• You have to photograph a cat sleeping in her favourite freestyle slumberland position. Are accepted pictures showing your own cats/kittens or which belong to someone else.
• The readers which are not attracted by a camera are invited to submitt web sites pictures of the sleeping cats.
• For each picture must be specified if was taken by you or submitted from a site
• Respect the rules posted on pages 79-81 to get a professional picture of a sleeping cat
• Are accepted pictures taken in or out the house
• We will automatically reject any pictures where it appears the cat is being forcibly kept in a sleeping position or the image was edited.
• 
  - altered face image of the kitten
• Its strictly forbidden to alter the cat face or body position. Let the cat personality to can be seen. Bro Al Madani will check up the pictures technically.
• One reader can submitt more pictures.There is no limit.

The best picture​

Will be voted by our readers for each of the following sections:

1. best picture of your own sleeping cat
2. best picture of a sleeping cat
3. best picture taken from sites.

Also the votes will be added to the jury votes. For the moment the jury was not establish so who would like to take part from it please post it.:-[

Let the best picture to win:statisfie

 

[Tania]

Photo contest April 2007 ​

Category: pictures from the net:
a. Never let your friend to go:

b.Divorced cats:

c. Curled Huey:

 

[Tania]

Re: Kitty & Tania's Animal Thread

Cats breed

Part XIX Breed profile :Siberian ​

Origin :​

Recorded history shows that the Siberian breed has been around for at least one thousand years. They were first mentioned in Harrison Wier's book Our Cats and all About Them, which included information about one of the earliest cat shows held in England in 1871. However, finding written information in Russia is fairly difficult. Despite the fact that the Siberian is a natural breed and is the national cat of Russia, its very ubiquity makes it taken for granted rather than worthy of note in Russian literature.

Appearance :​

Body:
The body is medium in length, and well muscled with the back arched slightly higher than the shoulders, with a barrel-shaped, firm belly giving the sensation of solid weight.

Coat:
This is a moderately long to longhaired cat with a TRIPLE coat. The hair on the shoulder blades and lower part of the chest should be thick and slightly shorter. There should be an abundant full collar ruff setting off the head in adults. Allow for warm weather coats. The hair may thicken to curls on the belly and britches, but a wavy coat is not characteristic.

Coat patterns: ​

The Siberian can come in just about every color of the rainbow but because of the rarity of the breed those colors may not be available in your neighborhood

Personality​

The Siberian tends to be both a great problem solver and also, rather like dogs, are loyal to their adopted families which is why they are so well suited to the households in which one spouse, usually a husband or significant other, professes to be a "dog person" not a "cat person." Often it is that same "dog person" who is greeted at the door by their Siberian and after being dutifully followed around the house by their Siberian, then decides that one Siberian is simply not enough! Siberians are extremely agile and can leap great distances and heights to "fly through the air with the greatest of ease!" However, their agility also means they usually navigate potentially breakable brick-a-brac without leaving a path of destruction in their wake.

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Intelligence​

Expect the unexpected when sharing your home with a Siberian.

Grooming​

Siberians tend to be self-grooming meaning that they remain relatively tangle-free, though males can and do get 'knotty' in the springtime if not combed daily. Shedding very little. They molt twice a year. The molting period is about 10 days.

Health​

Currently, there are no known health problems specifically associated to the Siberian. The Siberian cat is considered to be one of the hardiest and healthiest cats bred today.

These longhaired beauties are hypo-allergenic due to a protein that is lacking in their system and which often is the source of allergies with other cat breeds.

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[Tania]

CATS BEHAVIOUR​

Cats and cars bonnet​

Part III: Its dangerous or not their small pleasure(sleeping on or under cars bonnet)​

Happy ending story: Kitten survives car nap injuries

Black Jack had curled up to sleep under the bonnet of her neighbour's car in Poole, Dorset, in November last year.

When the unsuspecting driver started the engine in the morning most of her lower abdomen got caught.

The seven-month-old cat was rushed to the vet and underwent a series of operations and had about 80 stitches, spending eight days in intensive care.

Apart from her abdominal injuries, Black Jack's Achilles tendon was also severed and she lost a considerable amount of muscle tissue.

She was cared for by the PDSA PetAid hospital in Bournemouth, before being allowed home.


Happy ending story: Puss in boot

Well, under the bonnet to be precise.



A cat has used up one of its nine lives by travelling 262 miles under the bonnet of a car.

Aslan's adventures began after he curled up to take a nap inside owner Hannah Fisher's neighbour's car.
And he went unnoticed by driver Rob Hollier who made the journey from his Ipswich home to Maestag, Mid Glamorgan oblivious to his uninvited stowaway.
Rob discovered Aslan when the hungry puss began mewing the next morning.
"There was not a scratch on him. We couldn't believe it," said Mr Hillier.
Aslan has now been reunited with his relieved owner.

Is every cat so lucky like those from this stories :?

No, they have a price to pay for their freedom. "Consider the "free" cat who, on a cold winter day seeks warmth, so it climbs under the hood of a car and nestles next to the warm engine. The car suddenly starts, entangling the cat in the fan belt assembly, ripping flesh and breaking bones. "Still they can be hit by or killed by moving cars and "their remains ground into the pavement so badly it is often impossible to distinguish breed or gender. And moving cars are not the only hazard. "

What can be done by every driver :?
It is a good idea to knock on the hood of the vehicle or blow the horn (if it is not too disruptive to the neighborhood)before starting your car or truck. In this way each cat which take his nap would have a chance to save herself before the engine would be turned on.

 

[Tania]

CATS BEHAVIOUR​

Cats and cars bonnet​

Part IV: Cat Repellants - Electronic cat deterrents​

How do they work?
Most electronic deterrents work by emitting an ultrasonic alarm triggered by a motion sensor. The key to it is that the sound is inaudible to humans, but cats, with their better hearing, will be startled and frightened away by the sound. Although the sound the cat hears is an effective deterrent it is in fact harmless to both them and other animals.

One from the many products:

CatStop Ultrasonic Cat Deterrent​

It's easy to use. Place the unit facing the area you want to protect. The built-in motion sensor detects the animal entering the area and emits a piercing, high decibel alarm. It startles the cat and frightens it away. Since the sound is ultrasonic you and your neighbors cannot hear it. It operates for up to nine months on one standard 9 volt battery. [Battery life estimate is based upon 4900 activations spread over 245 days at an average of 20 per day.]

Customer opinion which used the product:
Happily, since mounting the Cat Stop unit on the ceiling of our carport, cats paw tracks have become a thing of the past. We mounted the CatStop so that it is aimed down at an angle from the middle of the cars roof towards the radiator - the sensor "looks" at the windshield and hood. During the last few years the almost daily "surprise" of dirt (mud in wet weather) across the hood, up the windshield and over the roof had become increasingly annoying. ..We never touch the Cat Stop; it's always left turned on and mounted in it's position above where we park and it does it's job of chasing the cats without any further action on our parts. Someday we will have to replace the battery, but not yet and the price of the unit and batteries is more than worth the results; no applying and removing covers each time we use the car and washing them when they became too dirty. We can even wash the car and have it stay clean for more than an overnight. " I. Thomson
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If you are annoyed by cats on cars better try to use the deterrents which will not harm the cat at all

 

[Tania]

Re: Kitty & Tania's Animal Thread

Cats breed

Part XX Breed profile :American bobtail ​

Origin :​

The history of the American Bobtail dates back to the late 1960s. When a short-tailed stray was found in Arizona and brought home. This cat was from unknown parentage. This cat mated with a sealpoint Siamese female and some of the kittens had the short tails. This proved that the bobbed tail was a dominant gene. This cats and his offspring were then mated with different breeds including the Ragdolls. Birmans. Himalayans. and Siamese. This new breed was called American Bobtail
The American Bobtail can proudly claim the title “Born in the USA.”

Appearance :​

Body:
The American Bobtail is a medium-to-large, naturally occurring, bobtailed cat; a noticeably athletic animal, well muscled, with the appearance of power. The tail should be clearly visible above the back when the cat is alert and is not to exceed the hock in length. The optimum tail is articulate and nearly straight with the slightest of curves. The American Bobtail cat possesses a strong, broad modified wedge-shaped head, with a distinctive brow above large almost almond shaped eyes giving it a natural hunting gaze.

Coat:
The American Bobtail can be shorthair or longhair. The shorthair American Bobtail has a coat that is semi-dense and medium in length. It has a double coat and is non-matting. The longhair American Bobtail has a coat that is slight shaggy and medium to long in length. It has a double coat and is resilient.

Coat patterns: ​

Any genetically possible color or combination of colors is allowed. Preference shall be given to colors and patterns that enhance the natural wild appearance of the breed. High rufusing is desirable in all tabbies, including silvers, with no penalty for lack thereof. Body patterns highly desirable in lynx points and smokes.

Personality​

American Bobtails bond with their family. They get along well with most dogs and have a welcome spot in their hearts for newcomers, whether they are twolegged or four-legged. Long haul truck drivers have purchased them as cabin companions because they are known to be good travelers if introduced to it at a young age. Psychotherapists have also used them in their treatment programs because they have been found to be very well-behaved and sensitive to people in distress.

They are excellent companions for children and do not mind being carried around like a sack of potatoes. They interact well with people of all ages and serve a great purpose in the family home as a major source of entertainment due to their clown like personalities. They also offer a warm, soft shoulder to cry on when needed. They are known for their love of games and can play fetch or hide and seek for hours on end. They will often initiate a game and can be very persistent until you play with them. They are basically quiet cats in voice, however they do trill, chirp and click when delighted. They are easily leash-trained and love to go for walks. Not technically thieves, the American Bobtail’s love of shiny objects makes it necessary to keep jewelry boxes closed and even locked.

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Intelligence​

American Bobtails are a loving, kind and incredibly intelligent cats. They are noted for their dog like personalities and their devotion to their owners. They easily adapt to a busy or quiet environment.

Grooming​

The shorthaired American Bobtails is relatively simple to maintain. Grooming at least once a week is recommended to remove dead hairs. The longhaired American Bobtails do require some extra grooming. A thorough combing is recommended two to three times

Health​

Some Bobtails have no tails whatsoever. These "rumpies" are prone to health problems due to their shortened spines.


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[- Qatada -]

:salamext:


Maasha Allaah. its well cute how they're all looking up.

 

[Tania]

CATS BEHAVIOUR​

Cats and cars bonnet​

Conclusions​

Our poll analysis shows clearly that the cats well being is the top priority for the LI readers. From the 13 votes only one reader would consider to take action against the other cat owner but if he is not found then even this reader would never consider to take any action against the gracious feline hobby. Because the car is used for work and other activities the Li readers agreed to wake up the cat from her nap. It may be necessary, then, to tap the bonnet but without to shout or hit the cat. Clearly, the cat is an animal which cannot be held responsable for what she is doing.

 

[Tania]

CATS BEHAVIOUR​

10 HUMAN HABITS THAT DRIVE CATS C-R-A-Z-Y!​

from : AnimalRadio

Introduction​

Everything seems harmonious in your home until you get that look. That steady stare, that glowing glare, that do-you-mind look of disbelief and disgust . . . from your cat.

Often without releasing a single meow, your cat conveys her displeasure in your lack of pet etiquette. Most times, feline housemates "tolerate" your follies and faux pas. But cats are candid creatures. They don't mask their feelings. They don't shrug off mistakes. From their vantage point, we often seem to try too hard * or not hard enough * to cater to their wants and needs. After all, we're only human.

Certain human habits can unleash frustration in felines. To help identify them, Catnip turned to two cat experts: Alice Moon-Fanelli, PhD, a certified applied animal behaviorist at Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine and John C. Wright, PhD, a certified applied animal behaviorist and professor of psychology at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia.

 

[Tania]

CATS BEHAVIOUR​

10 HUMAN HABITS THAT DRIVE CATS C-R-A-Z-Y!​

from : AnimalRadio

Tossing and turning in bed​

Annoying human habits::raging:

Cats, the Rip Van Winkles of the companion animal world, can sleep 15 hours or more a day. One of their true life's joys is to snooze uninterrupted through the night curled up on your bedspread. That tranquility can be destroyed when you shift feet or flip from one body position to another under the sheets. As a consequence, your cat becomes nudged, shoved, or even worse, airborne. If would be as if someone roust you awake from a deep slumber by leaping up and down on your mattress. No wonder your cat reacts by toe pouncing or biting.

"Generally, cats that get upset by your movement in bed tend to be ones that startle easily," says Dr. Moon-Fanelli. "Also, cats instinctively want to attack things that move * like feet under a bedspread."

Solution:
Sleep on your back and don't move a muscle. Or, more realistically, provide a cat bed in your bedroom or leave your door open for them to leave. If necessary, protect your toes by wearing thick socks.

 

[Ibn Abi Ahmed]

Poll Updated - Open till Thursday April 12th.

 

[Al_Imaan]

awwww....its hard to choose...they're both adorable....but i chose the American bobtail....it looks more fluffy...

 

[Tania]

Ohh i just got by message system :

 

[Tania]

CATS BEHAVIOUR​

10 HUMAN HABITS THAT DRIVE CATS C-R-A-Z-Y!​

from : AnimalRadio
Annoying human habits::raging:

Tardy feedings​

waiting for the breakfast in the kitchen - the owner is still sleeping
Your alarm clock blares at 6 a.m. Five minutes tick off, then 10 and still no movement by you to get out of bed. Impatience swells inside your tail-thumping, hungry cat. More minutes pass and you still haven't made a move toward the cat bowl.

another hungry cat
"Cats are creatures of habit," says Dr. Moon-Fanelli. "They want to be fed at regular hours. If you get up and immediately feed your cat every morning, she gets into a routine and starts to expect to be fed within minutes of you waking up. When you miss the feeding schedule * or delay it, you can have one really upset cat."

Solution:
Stick with a regular feeding schedule that you can realistically maintain. For those times when you can't be home to open and serve some canned food, consider getting a timer dish that keeps the canned food chilled and ready for on-time servings. Or, enlist the help of a friend, relative or pet sitter to step in as surrogate chef for your hungry cat.

 

[Kittygyal]

Ohh i just got by message system :

Greetings.





Take Care

 

[Tania]

CATS BEHAVIOUR​

10 HUMAN HABITS THAT DRIVE CATS C-R-A-Z-Y!​

from : AnimalRadio
Annoying human habits::raging:

Forced affection​

It is easy to be guilty of committing this major cat sin. For many cat lovers who return home after a business trip, vacation, or simply a long workday, they tend to burst through the door, chase down their cats and engage in a big group hug. :giggling:-what a cat aproach No surprise that your cats react by wiggling free and racing away. Once you calm down and sit on the sofa, magically, your cats will slowly approach and greet you on their own terms.

"The more you try to force affection on your cats, the less they want to give you," says Dr. Moon-Fanelli. "Not all cats are lap cats or want to be held tightly and cuddled. Being overly affection can actually drive your cats from you. Play hard to get * in other words, act more like a cat, pretend not to care * and your cats will seek you out for attention and affection."

Solution:
Dr. Moon-Fanelli recommends that you let the two animals get to know each other initially by smell. Keep them in separate rooms and run a shirt or towel over both coats to exchange scents. Then, let them view one another from a distance. Cats are territorial, so make sure that the new pet has its own possessions * do not force them to share a bowl, toys or litter boxes.

 

[Tania]

Photo contest April 2007 ​

Category: pictures from the net:
a.Asleep on thorns: - i think its some natural massage

 

[syilla]

has the photo contest started yet?