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Canned Food – A Pet Peeve

admin — Tue, 01 May 2012 13:46:23 +0000

I know I have written about this before but in recent days I have received more inquires about this topic so thought it was worth discussing again. At Precious Cat we do believe it is important to feed canned food. Dr. Elsey was interviewed recently and this is what he had to say.

Yes, there is something I’d like to mention – it’s more like a pet peeve of mine – I really think cats need to be on canned food. Cats get twice the amount of moisture from canned food than they do from dry food.

Kidney failure is the number one demise of cats, and while I cannot prove it I have to think there is a correlation there.

A cats’ urine on dry food has a higher specific gravity. In other words, it’s thicker, so they are in chronic state of dehydration their entire life. I think it’s hugely important for longevity and to eliminate urinary issues we are dealing with – like crystals and more.

The other issue with dry food is that there is a lot of carbs in it. Cats are obligate carnivores and dry food is not a natural diet for the cat.

Some vets think that dry food helps to clean a cat’s teeth. This simply doesn’t make sense because the way the cats chew their food is different than the way we chew our food – we can move our jaw back and forth, it’s more of a grinding motion for us – whereas a cat it’s more up and down motion. There is not a significant way to prevent tartar with dry food given the way they chew.

Foot of the Rockies Cat Show April 14, 2012

admin — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:33:07 +0000

Come visit the Precious Cat booth this Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the Foot of the Rockies Cat Show at the National Western Complex in Denver. For more information about this and other cat shows visit the Cat Fanciers Association website at cfa.org.

Territorial Marking

admin — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 16:04:11 +0000

In an earlier blog, I had written about territorial marking. With the weather warming up and more outdoor cats visible to your indoor cats this may cause your cat stress and anxiety which may lead to marking behavior. I wanted to pass on something that I read in the Feline Patient, 4th Edition, Gary D.Norsworthy, Blackwell Publishing Ltd. This is another idea to incorporate in addition to the other suggestions in the previous blog.

Debra F. Horwitz writes about designating an Acceptable Marking Location by creating an “L” shaped litter box arrangement using two litter boxes. One placed vertically standing on the short end and one placed horizontally with litter inside placed inside the vertical one. The idea is that some cats may spray or mark only in this area. This may not be an ideal situation but may work for your cat.

“Achoo”

admin — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:20:53 +0000

With the seasons changing your cat can feel the effects of environmental allergies just like you. Our Respiratory Relief litter comes in two formulas a clumping clay and silica gel. Both litters are very low dust and hypo-allergenic with no plant protein, added perfumes and deodorants. The natural essences in the litter, along with the low dust help to reduce stress which can be an important factor in controlling Feline Respiratory Disease.

Cats and people with asthma need to avoid dusty litter, plant protein based litter (corn, wheat, pine, paper, etc.), perfumed litters, cigarette smoke, aerosol sprays, polluted environments, stressful situations and exposure to upper respiratory virus.

You can download a $1.00 off coupon for the Respiratory Relief litter on our website.

Thank you Lincoln States Cat Club

admin — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 20:28:54 +0000

Thank you to Lincoln States Cat Club for a great cat show last weekend in Chicago. Also, thank you to the many spectators that stopped by the Precious Cat booth. See you at the next show.

Upcoming Cat Shows for February 2012

admin — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:25:17 +0000

Join Precious Cat at two upcoming CFA cat shows this month. The first show will be February 18th and 19th at the Adams County Fairgrounds in Brighton, CO. Then join us the following weekend February 25th and 26th at Harper College Sports and Wellness Center in Palatine, IL. Precious Cat will give a presentation on Litter Box Elimination issues on Sunday, February 26th at noon at the Lincoln State Cat Show in Palatine. Come and see all the different breeds of cats and stop by the Precious Cat booth.

2011 Pinnacle Award

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:02:09 +0000

Precious Cat’s Respiratory Relief litter was the winner of Pet Age magazine 2011 Pinnacle Award. The Pinnacle Awards highlight the most intriguing products of the year.

Respiratory Relief litter was developed to help control respiratory disease in cats. The litters are available in two formulas – a clumping clay and a silica gel. The litters are low in dust and hypo allergenic with no plant proteins, perfumes or deodorants. The natural essences in the litter along with the low dust help to reduce stress which can be an important factor in controlling Feline Respiratory Disease. Both litter are currently available at PetSmart and other independent retailers.

Keep your cat safe during the Holidays!

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:24:43 +0000

With the holidays right around the corner it is important to keep your cat safe. There are many toxic plants including mistletoe, holly, poinsettia and lilies that can be toxic to cats. Also, chocolate is toxic for cats as is alcohol. Keep the tinsel and ribbons away from your cat – eating tinsel and ribbon can cause intestinal issues and may warrant a trip to the veterinarian. My Lilac Point boy cat Makeeta loves to eat people food including turkey but remember a bite or two can be fine but don’t overdo. Have a great Holiday Season and until next time don’t forget to hug your cat.

National Cat Show 2011

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:24:21 +0000

The Cat Fanciers Association presents the 2011 National Cat Show at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis, IN on November 19 & 20th. Precious Cat is a proud sponsor of this show which will have 10 rings and Feline Agility. We will be giving away 500 bags of our new Respiratory Relief litter at the cat show. Please come join us in Indianapolis on November 19 & 20th.

How’s your litter box IQ?

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:23:58 +0000

Whether you’re an experienced cat owner or are struggling with your first kitten, here are some ideas to create litter box harmony in your home — for you and your cat. Visit in Search of the Right Litter Box Solution from The Purring Post, presented by the CFA Healthcare Insurance Plan, August 2011.
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And until next time please remember to hug your cat.