What's Inside
1. Latest news
2. Photo of the Month
3. Health and Welfare
4. Behavior
5. Pet food (below)
6. Natural Cat Care
7. Misc Topics
5. Pet Food Topics
Martha Stewart’s Disappointing
New Pet Food
Same old feed grade ingredients
but with a VERY high price tag.
A Disgusting Example of
What We Are Not Told:
Learning about your pet’s
food should not be based
on chance.
Susan Thixton's List of trusted pet foods:
Never EVER try to make your cat a vegan.
It will die!
6. Natural Pet Care
For
a comprehensive care regimen for your pets, this website contains
information, educational courses (many are free), and product advice to
help you treat your pet naturally.
https://vitalanimal.com
How to Find a Qualified Homeopathic Vet
7. Misc Topics
Trap Neuter Release guide - instant download, direct link:
Can Our Cats Get Mesothelioma Too?
Yes! Secondary asbestos exposure is even more toxic to them than to us larger humans!
Here's a good article on the subject...
(Scroll down to the center of the page.)
Traveling with pets?
Include a first aid kit for them, too. Here is some basic information on safety preparations for your road trips:
Fun Facts
Your little tiger actually is more tiger than you might realize. In fact, genetically, she is more than 95 percent tiger! For more interesting and little-known cat facts, go to:
This Is Why Your Cat Freaks Out When You Say "Pspspsps"
All about black cats
Do cats dream?
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1. RIP, Bob Barker
Bob Barker, the longtime host of television’s “The Price Is Right,” died on August 26, according to his publicist, Roger Neal. He was 99.
As a lifelong animal rights activist, he ended each episode of the game show with the plea, “Help control the pet population. Have your pets spayed or neutered.”
He also is remembered for his work in exposing animal cruelty.
Please read more about his life here:
Therapeutic Fur Balls
Cats tend to be fairly in sync with their humans’ emotions. Therefore, cat ownership can also have healthy effects on the body and improve your overall physical and mental health.
Having a cat has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health, depression, and anxiety for many reasons and in many ways, says therapist Cassandra Fallon, regional clinic director at Thriveworks in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
For more on the topic, visit:
Do Cats Help With Depression?
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2. Photo of the Month
(Photo credit: Karen K)
Here's Coal, the newest member of the ProblemCat household.
Black as coal, this kitten has one bit of white on him...a whisker!
While it's not easy to spot in the photo, these "vibrissae" are shed
like other hair on cats, and we hope this one will be replaced by another
white one when the time comes. (It's "too cute!")
He arrived here earlier this month from Dallas, Texas. His days
were numbered at the shelter after 3 failed adoptions. But his
foster mom, Karen, is a friend and we hatched a plan to get
him to North Carolina! He now lives with the remaining rescues
from Nebraska, then Arizona, where I ran rescue shelters. At 8 months
old, with a very healthy appetite, we expect him to grow a lot more.
3. Health and Welfare
Hunger Strike?
There are a number of different conditions that may cause a cat to stop eating. These include infections, kidney failure, pancreatitis, intestinal problems, and cancer, to name a few.
But the reason isn't always serious; something as simple as a toothache can make your kitty stop eating. It's best to consult with your veterinarian to determine how serious things are.
For more information, go to:
Are essential oils safe for cats?
If interested in natural health care for your cat, this site offers
good information on essential oils and aromatherapy principles.
Submit your name and email to download Dr. Roark's free guide:
You can even find help to get rid of fleas:
4. Behavior Topics
Friendliest cat breeds
Personalities vary per kitty, but some cat breeds are known for being more outgoing than others.
Weird Cat Behaviors
What do these behaviors mean and when should you seek help from your veterinarian?
Many thanks to Paul DeCeglie, an American writer now based in Pattaya, Thailand, for sending us more helpful and fascinating articles every month and for providing editorial and writing guidance!
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 From your Happy Cat Lady, Dr RJ Wright 
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