That didn’t discourage her from keeping that kitten, though. Because she had some allergy tests done she knew she was only minimally allergic to cats, so she kept the kitten out of her bedroom for the first few months. After that it didn’t bother her to be around the kitten.

She still has to be careful never to pet a cat and then wipe her eyes, or her eyes will get red and puffy.

Many people are allergic to kittens who are not allergic (or only minimally allergic) to cats. There seems to be a period of time, usually the first 2-3 months, when kittens produce some dander or something that affects people with allergies and asthma.

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Unless you take special care in introducing the two, they may never establish friendly relations. This kind of stress can cause bad behavior to surface in either cat.

So how can you ensure successful integration of the new kitten? Slowly and patiently does the trick. You don’t want your top cat to be knocked of his perch as it were, so always be sure to give him plenty of cuddles and attention even when he is used to the new kitten.

Firstly, it might be a wise move to keep the two cats apart. Have the new kitten’s bedding, litter tray and food bowls in a different room to your older cat. If your old cat is forced to share everything with the new one, he will be sure to get jealous and harmonious relationships may never be established.

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Take no notice of this. The only thing that will happen if you do this is that your carpet will be ruined. But there are some other sensible suggestions to take heed of.

First, your cat will probably be feeling a little stressed out due to the move. Cats are very territorial creatures, so if you let your cat out of his carrier straight into your new home before you’ve even gotten settled in yourself, he is likely to take off and try to find his way back home.

He will certainly be frightened and attempt to escape as soon as possible, especially if strangers are lugging heavy furniture around and everything is in a state of disarray.

The best thing to do is keep your cat in the carrier until the movers are gone and everything is settled down and quiet. When you do let him out, confine him to one room and make sure his familiar things are in it with him.

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You can find a covered cat bed in many colors and designs and while choosing one to match the décor of the house or the room in which it will be, the inside should be chosen with the cat’s comfort in mind.

It should be of the material the cat finds comfortable such as lambs wool, cotton or many other materials, and if the material is not washable, it should have a removable lining that can go into the washing machine.

Keeping the covered cat bed clean not only keeps the odor down, it will also prevent the buildup of pests such as fleas, dust mites or other allergens that may cause the cat to become ill.

Placement of the covered cat bed should also be considered as while it may enjoy lying in the bed, if it is in a place it is not accustomed to sleeping, it probably will not use it. Place it where the cat normally sleeps until it gets to using it, then it can be moved to another place.

What To Look For In Choosing Covered Cat Bed

In addition to being able to wash the covered cat bed or its liner, you should also be able to dry it thoroughly. Leaving it damp may make it unappealing to the cat, but more appealing to mold and dust, which can make it a health hazard for the animal.

The lining should also provide sufficient comfort and while cedar chips are thought to keep fleas at bay, they can be difficult to wash and dry and may not provide the comfort the cat is looking for in its sleeping quarters.

The covered cat bed should be large enough for the cat to be able to turn around in, but not so large that it loses its protective feeling. Consider your cat’s preferred sleeping place and look for a covered cat bed that simulates the surroundings.

If the cat does not feel secure and comfortable, it will be reluctant to use the bed. Additionally, think about your cat’s unique personality and find a bed that is better suited to its quirks. If the cat does not like the bed, it will not sleep in it.

This video isn’t about cat beds, but it is funny so I included it here.

Since kittens are born blind and are completely dependent on their mothers, it is no surprise that their first stage involves little more than eating and growing. However, once your kitten’s eyes open, he will begin to explore the world around him.

Four Weeks Old

By the time he is four weeks old, he will be romping shakily about with his siblings. He can begin to learn to use the litter box and should start to become socialized. In the wild, a kitten’s mother will start to supplement his diet with dead mice or other small prey. You may prefer to give him some soft kitten food or some dry food softened in water.

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A few things should be looked at when purchasing, or making a cat bed that will insure a happier sleep time for the cat and its owner. The bed or its mattress needs to be washable to reduce the possibility of housing fleas or other bugs and to help reduce the odor factor. While cats are excessively clean animals, if the cat bed cannot be washed on a regular basis it will develop an odor that will permeate through the house.

Many believe that cedar chips will keep the flea count down, but not every cat bed filled with cedar chips is going to be comfortable for the animal, nor will it be washable. Spraying the bed with deodorizer may help reduce the cat odor, but it may also make the cat return to the human’s bed.

With Cats, Bed Size May Not Matter

When searching for a cat bed, consider the size of the cat and not the size of the bed. While cats tend to stretch often, they will seldom do so in their bed.

Some of the most comfortable-looking cats in a bed are curled up against the sides, sometimes looking as though they had help begin stuffed into an undersized cat bed. Of course, if the cat is larger, making sure it has enough room to get and out of the bed will make it more comfortable at bedtime.

Houses with two or more cats may want to spring for a cat bed for each animal. That is not to say they will not try to crowd into the same one, but just knowing they have a place they can call their own, seems to make the cats happier.

It should also be soft enough to provide comfort but firm enough, especially for older cats, to provide support if the feline develops arthritis or other feline related ailments.

Having the cat take naps in other areas of the home does not mean they do not appreciate the cat bed, rather they may have become tired and simply laid down for the nap where they were. If they sleep in the cat bed several nights during the week, they are happy with the choice.

Here is a video that talks about how to choose a cat bed for your pet.

The Japanese Bobtail was first developed in the seventeen hundreds in Japan. Unfortunately, the longhair cat gene is not dominant, so few kittens are born with the long coats required by the breed standard.

To make breeding these cats even more difficult, two related longhairs are not bred together unless there is no other choice. This is because the Bobtail is a very healthy breed. Too much inbreeding would lead to the development of some dangerous genetic disorders.

This small cat breed weighs in at a very light six to nine pounds. However, the Bobtail may be small, but it is no weakling. These cats are actually very muscular. You can find Bobtails in a wide range of colors. They come in tortoiseshell, tabby, and bicolor patterns, as well as solid colors.

The short, fluffy rounded tail looks like a pompom and the big round eyes that are often two different colors are two of the most distinctive traits of the Japanese Bobtail.

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The American Bobtail is one of only three breeds in the Cat Fancier’s Association’s Provisional Class, which is where cat breeds are placed until they show that they are able to stay true to their standards. This breed is a lightweight compared to many other breeds, weighing in at seven to fifteen pounds.

The American Bobtail received its name because of its extremely short tail. While no one is completely sure how this breed was developed, cat fanciers suspect that the American Bobcat, Manx, and Japanese Bobtail breeds are all ancestors of the American Bobtail. However, while the Manx can be completely tailless and still are able to compete in the show ring, the American Bobtail must have a tail. The tail should be short enough to stop before it reaches the cat’s hocks.

While many cats have a sleek, slender appearance, the American Bobtail standard calls for a stocky, muscular cat with big paws and a slightly wild appearance. This cat’s head is wedge shaped, but broader than normal. The Bobtail breed can be a shorthair or a longhair, but even shorthair cats do not have smooth coats.

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The Exotic weighs in at seven to fourteen pounds and has a stocky body, a round head, round paws, and a short tail. This breed comes in all colors and patterns, from solid Blues to Seal Points.

These cats must be kept indoors, as being outdoors frightens them.

The Exotic was actually a happy accident, developed when American Shorthair fanciers tried to improve their breed’s coat by crossing Shorthairs with Persians. To their surprise, they ended up with cats that looked identical to the Persian breed, but with a much shorter coat, like that of a plushy teddy bear.

Persian fanciers who were unable to have a Persian because they just weren’t able to groom their cat every day were excited to see this exciting new cat that looked like a Persian, but only needed to be groomed once or twice a week. The breed quickly became known as the Exotic and fans of the breed say that it is basically a Persian for lazy people.

Although the Exotic was a cross between the American Shorthair and the Persian, this breed actually behaves much more like the Persian breed. This could be because the Exotic was outcrossed much more frequently with the Persian than the Shorthair in later years.

The Exotic is a quiet, gentle cat with a curious nature, just as the Persian is. However, this breed is a bit more active than the placid Persian. Since these cats are very laid back and easygoing, they are ideal family pets. After all, just because the Exotic doesn’t bounce off the walls doesn’t mean it isn’t a playful breed.

Your cat will happily bat at a toy for hours on end. However, he will not become downright obnoxious in his quest for attention. In fact, many Exotics will just sit and look pleadingly at their owners until they receive the attention they are seeking. This breed does not crave the company of other cats, but will tolerate them.

Unfortunately, while the Exotic received the Persian’s wonderful temperament, this breed also received a few less wonderful traits. These cats have the same head shape as the Persian and have the same tendency to have health problems that are directly related to this head shape.

Matter from weepy eyes, nasal problems, and teeth problems are common in this breed. Cat fanciers are trying to breed cats with faces that are slightly less flat and round to alleviate these problems.

So, if you are a fan of the Persian cat breed, but don’t have a few hours of free time each week to spend grooming your cat’s lush coat, you may want to take a close look at the Exotic cat breed. After all, with the Exotic breed’s similarity to the Persian, this is one occasion where you can definitely have your cake and eat it too.

Be sure to watch the following video that tells all about the Exotic Shorthair. It’s very interesting, and the kittens are so cute!

The Cat Fancier’s Association classifies the Abyssinian as a part of the Championship Class, along with thirty six other cat breeds. This breed is often smaller than many other cat breeds, weighing in at only nine to sixteen pounds.

The Abyssinian has a graceful tail that is as long as the rest of its body. Although Abyssinians can have coats in almost any shade, from red to lilac, they all are tabbies with a ticked appearance.

This means that each individual hair has bands of dark and light color. This cat breed has a wedge shaped face with eyes that are green, amber, or hazel colored.
This breed is much older than many other cat breeds. Images in ancient Egypt show cats with a very similar appearance, right down to the ticked appearance of their coats. The first Abyssinians to arrive in England came from Ethiopia in the eighteen hundreds.

Abyssinians have a reputation for being very curious. These cats want to know everything about what’s going on around them. They seem to actually try to help their owners complete household chores and like to hang out with them in the garden.

It is no surprise that such a curious breed is also extremely active. This breed spends a lot of time playing and needs a lot of toys. If you don’t provide playthings, your cat will use your belongings to create his own toys.

Abyssinians will scale any barrier in their quest to explore their surroundings, from curtains to fences. If you allow your cat to spend time outdoors, keep a close eye on him, as he will most likely be a bit of an escape artist.

This breed’s personality means that it needs a lot of attention and affection from its owner. An Abyssinian is the wrong choice for anyone who spends a lot of time away from home. If you aren’t home a lot, you may want to consider adding another Abyssinian to the household, as this breed does enjoy playing and interacting with other cats.

Abyssinians are so intelligent that they can easily learn a few simple commands. Don’t be surprised if your cat learns to come when he is called and picks up some tricks like fetching a toy.

Although most Abyssinians aren’t chow hounds like some other cat breeds, you may still want to be sure your cat doesn’t overeat. If he starts to become too fat, you may want to talk to your veterinarian about feeding him a weight management cat food, instead.

Although urinary tract infections are not as common in this breed as they are in some other breeds, you may want to talk to your veterinarian about feeding a diet that helps prevent infections if you have an altered male cat.

One common health problem this breed does often have is an inherited eye disease called retinal atrophy. This is very unusual in cat breeds, although it is fairly common in many dog breeds.

With its short sleek coat, the Abyssinian needs very little grooming. However, these cats often enjoy receiving the extra attention, as long as you are gentle.

If you want a cat breed that is as affectionate and devoted as any dog, then the Abyssinian is the perfect choice for you.