Why Do Cats Spend So Much Time Grooming?

Well the most obvious answer is to keep clean but it goes deeper than that. When they lick their fur it smooths it and makes it a better insulator. If their coat is ruffled it doesn't protect as well in the winter time but there is much more to it still. Coldness isn't the only problem overheating is too! When they lick themselves the saliva evaporates cooling the cat off. Lions and other great cats do this as well. Cats do not perspire like us because they do not have sweat glands so licking themselves is the only way to cool off on a hot day where ever they may be. A nifty thing also associated with the sun and cats. Have you ever noticed how they like to bathe in the Sun and lick themselves? When they are doing that they are actually tasting the Vitamin D from the Sun and that is how they get the Vitamin D that they need. If your cat is a nervous cat or agitated they groom more frequently this is called Displacement Grooming. Cats are also VERY Smell orientated like we are very site orientated. You ever noticed right after you pet it it starts licking that spot? You know why? It's because your scent has covered it's own and it doesn't like to smell like anyone other than itself. It is trying to Rebalance its scent! 

Auto grooming is a set of actions done by your cat. The following sequence is usually how it goes.

1. Lick the lips
2. Lick side of one paw till wet
3. Rub cheek and face with said paw therefore cleaning that side of face
4. Continue with other side
5. Lick front legs and shoulders
6. Lick Flanks
7. Lick Genitals
8. Lick hind legs
9.Lick Tail From Base to Tip

If you interrupt your kitty in his/her grooming cycle they will pick it back up in the spot they left off. I observed Jolie once doing this!

Is It Cruel To Get Your Cat Declawed?

The question whether or not its ok for a cat to be declawed is a question a lot of people ask. The answer is simply NO! When you declaw a cat your are taking away it's ability to defend itself in the wild and also hunt if they ever run out of your house unexpectedly. To a cat declawing them in human terms would be like cutting off your fingers. There are all kinds of products on the market to help keep cats from clawing you furniture and carpet. First give your cat something besides those things to scratch like a scratching post. There are also nail caps for your cats claws and come in all sizes and colors and last for awhile on the nails. Think of it like getting your nails done all pretty. Also when you declaw you mess with their grooming routine. They need their claws to scratch themselves and dislodge hairs that are troublesome to them. 

So Please Do Not Get You Cat Declawed!

Use other methods to keep your cats from scratching your furniture and carpet. There are A LOT of Products out there that can help you. I might try and talk about different products you can use for these matters with your cats.

Cat Introduction: James

This here is James. Kat's Japanese Bobtail. His color is odd for him to be solid black but he is a sweet heart and LOVES to talk! I'm doing research into the Japanese Bobtail Breed and hope to soon have a Review on the breed coming up. Lucifer has such a kind heart and a lovable attitude. Although he doesn't travel very well. He is not shy of the camera and loves to do posing shots. Like the one shown here. He loves to lay over your books when your not reading them making it look like he is. He is such a funny little boy and I'm so glad to call him my little fur grandchild!

Here is Lucifer doing some Heavy Reading!

Breed Review: The American Shorthair

Kat my Daughter-in-law's favorite kitty is her cat Angelina Jolie, or Jolie for short, and she is an American Shorthair Cat. I want to share something s about this great Breed of Cat here in my Breed Review.

The American Shorthair Cat comes in many colors although the silver version is the most common. Jolie happens to be a Silver one. They have a distinctive "Bulls Eye" Pattern and it is the distinctive hallmark of their Breed. Breeders describe their build of body as substantial. The American Shorthair is well established among Breeders.  To qualify for Cat Shows a American Shorthair must meet these criteria. They should be strongly built, well balanced and give the impression of power, endurance and agility. A look of a "Working Cat". The American Shorthairs neck, back, hips, and shoulders are wide and the legs are short and powerful as well. They should have a Round Head and Ears and the Eyes should also be Round. The Nose is Short but not pushed in like the Persians. Grooming is a breeze since they are a short haired cat. They do need to be brushed every now and then though. Be sure to clip their claws because they have a tendency to grow fast at least little Jolie's does. She has to have them clipped once a month they grow so fast. Also keep their ears clean. Health Wise they are a hearty cat. Jolie is in good health. Her momma takes her for her shots every year but other than that she is doing great! She is a very special loving kitty just like her breed! Love you my Little Jolie!!!

Cat Introduction: Angelina Jolie (A.K.A Jolie)

Today I wanted to introduce Kat's little girl Miss Angelina Jolie, Jolie for short, she is a silver American Shorthair. Her eyes are a emerald green and is a sweet and loving little kitty. She loves feet and will playfully nibble at them. She also loves to give people kisses on their hands by licking them.

From what Kat tells me Jolie is a rescue kitty! Jolie had been stuck in the duct work of her house and she could not find her but two days later she came out hungry and Kat picked her up and got her fixed and shots and got her ear and face cheek healed and she is Kat's little shadow and little girl. She is the best little fur baby and I love playing with her when I go over to their house. I will be writing on this wonderful breed, The American Shorthair.

Today is Independence Day and who knows more about Independence than your Cat! From Me and all the cats I have ever had and my Fur Grand-babies HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! Tomorrow I'm going to be writing about Kat's Cat Jolie so tune in tomorrow to find out more about this little girl! 

Sickness In Family

Hello all I have had some sickness in my family these past two weeks and starting Monday I should be back writing articles for your enjoyment. Please be patient with me. I have some articles already written just need to type them and post them. Please pray for my family to get better!


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Susan