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A fight for They will be able to ‘own’ some ter-feline rights ritory though. Toms at the top of the ladder have a much larger area to patrol,Allowing your cat outdoors gives them plenty defend - and lose.of fresh air and exercise and a chance to mix Marking territorywith other felines, for good or bad Cats mark their territory in a numberC ats are naturally inquisitive ritory in the morning while it becomes of ways. creatures so exploring their another cat’s domain during the even- neighbourhood when outside ing. The heirarchy is complex but • Spraying - a rather smelly ‘message’ tois a natural course of behaviour. understood by the cats.However, cats are also very territorial other cats left by a tom who will markcreatures and overstepping another cat’s As soon as your cat becomes part of boundary points by spraying urine.boundaries can leave your beloved kitty the neighbourhood then it will have awith a few battle scars. place in the heirarchy. However he will • Scratching - although this helps to have had to earn his place by fighting This should not cause any great con- for it, which is the part that we, as lov- clean and sharpen the claws, it alsocern for an owner as the rules of social ing owners, find difficult. We don’t like places visible and scent marks for otherfeline behaviour are well established and to think of our beautiful bundle of fluff cats to take note of.all active cats can expect to have a little scrapping with another cat but that is allscuffle now and then. part of feline socialising. • Rubbing - by rubbing against some- Imagine a map of your area showing Male cats (toms) fight for respect thing, scent from the cat’s sebaceousdesirable areas to live, common ground, and a dominant position by using brute glands are transferred to the item (ormeeting points, etc. Feline human).territories are similar, with force rather than cunning. Aa network of alleyways, neutered male will As a cat ventures outside he will beterritories and land; some never make it to the sure to visit all his markers. These areintended for general use top of this ladder usually things like fence posts or pillarsand others for a specific due to less aggres- - somewhere up high where he can get apurpose which they all sion and a lower good view of ‘his’ land. A cat’s territoryobserve. Some cats that amount of testoster- is his own ground whereas his rangelive close to each other one. They also leave is the area he regularly patrols. Tomswill be used to sharing a weaker scent mark have much larger ranges than femalesalleyways to gain access (queens) and an ‘intact’ tom will haveto other areas and some than intact toms so double the area of a neutered tom.may see it as their ter- their scent will never be able to dominate However, you will find un-neutered either. queens with kittens right at the top of the ladder. If you move to a new area or bring a new cat home, your cat will need to establish and defend their territory, especially if the previous owners of your new house did not own a cat themselves. This may have made your garden ‘common ground’ for all neighbour- hood felines and a water pistol to deter visiting cats and break up any resulting fights could be a valuable addition to the household. The local cat community will soon learn that this territory now belongs to your cat and this will help him to establish his place in local feline society. catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 51

Famous cats ofword and deedCats have been popular characters for manyyears, be that in literature or history, andthere are some notable favourites By Lorraine SchofieldM y three great passions in homes vermin free. The Victorians also tled ‘The Cat Book: Cats of Historical life are cats, history and admired the aesthetic qualities of the Distinction’ and found it to be a fascinat- books and I am therefore cat, especially its beauty and elegance, ing read. As a lover of modern history Ialways intrigued to learn more about using feline images on greeting cards especially enjoyed learning about famousthe history of cats and especially the and within children’s literature. Indeed, I cats or famous owners and their catsways that they have been adored and absolutely adore the drawings of Beatrix from the nineteenth century onwards.celebrated by the good and the great Potter and loved her feline characters Emily Bronte, the famous nineteenthover the course of history. The fact that such as Tom Kitten and his poor century novelist was, like the rest of herthe Ancient Egyptians worshipped cats harassed mother known as Mrs Tabitha family, a great cat lover. Her beloved catis well documented, including the fact Twitchit, as featured in The Tale of Tom Tiger slept under her feet as she wrotethat they mummified them and buried Kitten. Growing up, my son also came her famous novel Wuthering Heightsthem with jewels. Much more recently, to love Potter’s feline tales and other and the family also had two other catsthe Victorians helped popularise the classics such as Puss in Boots and the called Keeper and Flossie. In 1842 shedomestic cat when they brought them contemporary Garfield. actually wrote an essay on cats in whichinto their homes in order to keep their she defended them in response to criti- Recently, I came across a book enti- cisms by dog lovers, saying that the cat, unlike the dog: “...instead of tearing what it desires from its master’s hand, it approaches with a caressing air, rubs its pretty little head against him, and advances a paw whose touch is as soft as down”. Clearly she appreciated the gen- tleness and subtleness of cats and derived much pleasure from them. Similarly, the French writer Theophile Gautier (1811-73) who was also devoted to his cats wrote: “If you are worthy of its affection, a cat will be your friend, but never your slave”, highlighting the independence of the cat. However, he was in no doubt that they made good companions adding: “He makes himself the companion of your hours of solitude, melancholy and toil”. In fact, a recurring theme, as Katheleen Walker-Meikle, the author of the book noted, was that cats have “a particular affinity with writers, perhaps because they are the ideal com- panions for those who need to concen- trate on the page at hand and appreciate an independent and quiet pet, which has to be accepted on its own terms”. Certainly, whether a writer or not, any- body who is busy with household chores or paperwork appreciates how the cat is52 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

generally an undemanding and soothing My own cats have been know to sit on my paperworkpresence, although my own cats have or lap top should they want my attention, provingbeen know to sit on my paperwork or lap that they are not always as aloof and solitary astop should they want my attention, prov- is commonly perceived.ing that they are not always as aloof andsolitary as is commonly perceived. written by officers of the 36th brigade out history, starting with the Ancient of the 12th Division, two cats and a Egyptians and up to and including the Exploring the history of cats has also dog were actually suspected of acting as present day: proving that our ancestorsmade me aware of the number of felines German spies as they were in the habit of loved, appreciated and were as enthralledwho are famous in their own right and crossing the trenches at night! by these marvellous creatures as much asnot just the pets and companions of we their descendants are today.famous people. Recently I came across Winston Churchill was also a famousthe story of Able Sea Cat Simon which cat lover and for his 88th birthday heis the true tale of how a black and white was given a marmalade tabby whomcat called Simon served aboard HMS he named Jock. Apparently ChurchillAmethyst in 1948-49. Having been made it a rule that dinner could not befound wandering the dockyards of Hong served each night until Jock had takenKong in 1948 by 17 year old sailor his rightful place at the dining table!George Hickinbottom, he was smug- Furthermore, in his will, Churchillgled aboard the ship and despite being stipulated that there must always be aundernourished and painfully thin, he marmalade cat in residence at Chartwellbecame the ship’s cat and helped to con- his country home and also that it musttrol vermin on board. Indeed, he became have a white bib and four white paws.the ship’s lucky mascot but in 1949 he Currently, Jock V1 lives at Chartwell sowas involved in what was known as the that Churchill’s legacy of love for felinesYangtze incident, when Chinese commu- continues to this day.nists fired at the ship. Reading about the history of cats Simon was injured in the attack, suf- serves to remind us what truly specialfering burns and shrapnel wounds and creatures they are and how cats have beenyet miraculously, having been operated loved, respected and revered through-on, he survived and in the same year hewas awarded the Dickin Medal whichis the animal equivalent of the VictoriaCross and earned the title of Able SeaCat Simon. In fact, his story has recentlybeen fictionalised by the author LynneBarret Lee and I dare say that this willbe another book that I will soon be add-ing to my collection! Cats also played an important part inthe First World War as thousands of catswere actually sent to the front lines tocatch rats that infested the trenches and,according to an army report of 1915, catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 53

ASKTHEEXPERTS OUR PANEL ARE HERE TO HELPIf you are worried about your cat’s health, QSenior can’t won’t groomour panel of experts will try to help. Here My 14 year old cat Benji hasare some answers to your questions stopped grooming his body and the sides of his coat have become veryQIs she reacting to vaccination? seem likely for the following reasons: matted. He will still groom his face and I have a 12 week old kitten who has Owners tend to report signs of ill- paws, is eating well and still enjoys going become very sleepy and lethargic outside.over the past few days, since her second ness after the first part of the vaccinationroutine vaccination. She doesn’t want to course against FeLV - adverse effects after Is something wrong and is there any-play, isn’t interested in wandering around a vaccination against feline respiratory dis- thing I can do to help?the house and has gone off her food. ease and feline enteritis are, generally, much less common. AThe most likely explanation for Benji Do you think this could be a reaction to stop grooming certain parts of histo the vaccination? Feeling unwell after the second vaccina- body is reduced mobility due to old age tion of any course is rarely, if ever, reported and probably caused by arthritis. AroundAThe first assumption was that your back to the vet and, as the kitten may not one in five dogs have arthritis but are not kitten may have picked up a virus. be due any further visits to the surgery, the treated for it because the owners don’tAssuming you have kept your kitten opportunity to mention it as part of a visit recognise the signs and these are evenconfined until a week after her last does not occur. more difficult to notice in cats as the signsvaccination, to allow the full effects of the can be so variable.vaccination to become established, she Affected kittens/cats will tend to sleepcould still have contracted a virus either for the rest of the day following vaccina- A veterinary examination may be ableduring the visit to the surgery or by chance tion and will have made a full recovery by to confirm arthritis. Sometimes an x-ray willwhile living with you. the next morning. be required for absolute certainty. A viral infection usually has an incuba- However, this does not rule out com- Arthritis is a painful condition and thetion period of a few days, so it is also pos- pletely the possibility that your kitten may severity of the pain can be worse at somesible that she picked up the virus prior to have reacted to the vaccine and you should times than others. One day a cat can seembeing given the second part of the vaccina- certainly contact your veterinary practice quite well and on another day can be unu-tion course. for further advice. Even if the kitten has sually quiet because the arthritis has flared made a good recovery since, it would be up. However, arthritis is a common condi- It is possible that it could be a reaction worth letting your veterinary practice know tion in elderly cats and there are treatmentsto the vaccine but generally this doesn’t so that the details can be entered on your kitten’s record for future reference.54 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

One day a cat can seemquite well and on anotherday can be unusually quietbecause the arthritis has ared up.available that may help so speak to your QTwo for company?vet about your concerns sooner rather I have the most beautiful Bengal kitten who I love to bits but he seemsthan later to make life more comfortable rather unhappy and I’m wondering if he could be lonely. Several offor Benji. my friends have more than one cat and I’m wondering if I should get him a playmate? He gets lots of attention from me and my boyfriend but maybe he You may also need to make sure he has needs feline company too. Are we being cruel just having one cat?access to his bed, litter tray if he uses one,and resting areas at low levels as arthritis ACats are not necessarily better in twos - it depends what sort of relationshipcan prevent a cat from climbing up onto you have, or want, with your cat. Yes, getting a second cat will mean that theythings. are good company for each other, assuming they get on well. It’s great fun to watch kittens play together and they usually form strong bonds with each other.QCould it be an allergy? A couple of months ago, one of my However, this could be at the expense of a good bond between you and the cats developed a tiny red swelling cats. If they have each other for company, they may not feel the need for so manyon her bottom lip. She didn’t seem to be cuddles with you and your boyfriend and may only be interested in interacting within any pain and was quite happy to let you at mealtimes.me touch it. She was eating and behavingnormally so I wasn’t too concerned and it Bengals are full of character but can be prone to spraying if their environmentwent away by itself eventually. becomes unsettled, by introducing another cat for example. This will depend on Benji’s character as an individual. You don’t say whether you and your boyfriend However, a few weeks later, another both work and if so, how long Benji is alone for. This could also be a contributoryone appeared on a different part of her factor.mouth and again went away after a fewdays. If he seems happy enough to enjoy interacting with you and playing games, rather than hiding away or scratching when you want cuddles, then he most likely is Then I noticed another one yester- happy and it is certainly not cruel to have just one cat.day, on a different part of her lip again.She still seems fine, running around andeating well but I don’t know if I shouldbe more concerned. Do you think she isbeing scratched by our other cat - they are both kept indoors but seem to get on of excessive grooming due to a hypersen- well? Could it be an allergic reaction to sitivity to the fleas or as a result of direct something? I just don’t know what to do. contact with fleas. Which one is unclear. The usual advice to anyone taking a cat AThese strange swellings are not with these swelling to see their vet would uncommon and usually seem to be to maintain strict flea control on all pets appear on the lower lip only and disappear and the household environment. of their own accord, just as you describe. They can be treated with steroid injections • If your cat’s problem requires urgent but this shouldn’t really be necessary if they go away on their own. attention, please seek advice from your veterinary surgeon without delay. These spots are generally a form of allergic reaction to fleas, either as a result catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 55

GORDY&ME WITH ELAINE MEAD LIFE WITH AN ADORABLE CAT WHO JUST HAPPENS TO HAVE SPECIAL NEEDSGordy has no hesitation in revealing that hefeels the British weather is still far too wintry- who needs a groundhog?B ack in the days of streetwise cats full of the finest tinned cat food money coldest of evenings. Yes, royalty live here and cat flaps, my feisty felines kept can buy. No-one tell them that a certain in a vision of fur. the neighbourhood within a good supermarket’s own brand is NOT the Groundhog dayfirm paw. Thomas, with his intimidating best money can buy for they like it butsize, those long...long...whiskers denoting only the one in jelly and it has to be fish, I am a little superstitious - nevera rather rotund shape that sent the local none of this gravy and duck for them. walk under a ladder, always say goodrat pack running for cover, for once The only gravy they will lower their morning or afternoon to the magpie andThom decided he would sit just ‘there’, standards to lick and flick up the walls when a black cat crosses your path, it’sthey would be squashed flat like road kill; (Gordy!) is one I make especially for good luck (only in Japan and Britain)Claude, oh my Claude, with his ‘Super- them and have the dogs test it first to be and always pick up a penny if you seecat’ eyes that could see through the most absolutely sure that it is suitable to their one...for luck. So each July I wait fordense of hedging to grab that mole, bird, palate. St. Swithin’s day and hope it won’t rainrat or rabbit, just for the sheer delight in for 40 days and each February I like toplaying with his prey until they died of No, I have cats that are to be adored hear about the American Groundhog dayfright. The lucky ones would be rescued and cherished. Cats that deserve their or Punxsutawney Phil, which is alwaysby me and released back to the wild human co-habiters to worship the ground February 2nd. This year, in the UK,to hopefully recover from their ordeal, they walk on, to raise fire in the hearth so February 2nd was a nice bright morn-whilst I would head off to the surgery that they can warm their paws, to ensure ing, a little breezy but after all the rainfor a tetanus booster, having sustained that water runs hot and fast through we have been having, this particular dayinjuries from various teeth and claws pipes that lay under thick and soft carpet was rather nice, a little dewy on the grassfor my troubles; The girls, so many to in the hallway so that their pink paws and maybe but on the whole it was set to be aname but Bonny and Imogen being tummies may soak up the heat on the nice Spring-like day.just two of the female mogs with skillsin hunting and gathering, who would I work from home as a glass artistbring me tasty morsels with entrails and my little studio sits at the bottom ofleaking out of wounds and deposit them the garden under what is at the momentinside the house for me to do something a rather bare large tree. During the day,adventurous with, as their lips smacked after the dog walk, both dogs come intoof visions of fried mouse tails and wings the studio with me and sleep during theof sparrow dipped in gravy, their eyes afternoons but neither cat is allowedas big as saucers. They were always in, due to the nature of the beast: glass,disappointed with the rather measly fire and hot kiln. When Claude was stilloffering of dried biscuits that I would alive he did love coming in the studio onput in front of them to share amongst a warm summer’s day and lying in thethemselves. big window on the bench that stretches across the room. He would purr and With 20 years of free ranging mogs snore quietly in time with my kiln, click-behind me I am still learning the ways of ing away on the other side of the studio:the more refined house cat and believe it’s only small, so not too far from him.whole heartedly that both Gordy andTeeko are descendants of some wealthy, Claude was much wiser than Gordy.wise and revered Pharaoh of times goneby. Not for them is the plastic door lowdown to the floor, nor do they hunt andgather their own fresh meat, their toestucked firmly under their fat fluffy bellies56 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

Teeko has never been in the studio - it’s He paused just long enough to raise his head and stare at the too dusty and industrial for such a sed- enough to raise his head pigeon in the opposite tree and then he entary cat like him - but I could never and stare at the pigeon in took off like his tail was on fire. Across trust Gordy to not do something com- the opposite tree and then the grass he flew, sideways... Gordy pletely Gordy-like, sit on a kiln or check he too o li e his tail was doesn’t run like a normal cat, none of this out the big flame from the oxygen and on fire. cross the grass he forward motion for him; his body turns propane torch I use to melt the glass or ew, sidewa s... at an angle and he sort of runs and sort even investigate the stash of glass that of slithers like a snake in mid air across surrounds the space. The dogs know We collected what we needed and the space. He has no real speed but it’s the rules, they are allowed in, under the Gordy jumped onto the floor and trotted faster than a walk. He almost missed the bench on their bed and sleep. They don’t over to the door. Defi was outside chew- opening where the gate once stood in follow the rules and they are out – a ing on a stick that had fallen from the the falling-down wooden structure that good walk in the morning helps to keep tree in the wind and Gordy wanted to separates the front of the house from the my weight down and them to sleep all know what it was, so he went to see. As back and shields the oil tank behind it afternoon! So Gordy rarely comes into soon as he had left the reasonable warmth and as Iz was sitting at the ‘front back’ the studio but during the summer and of the studio, the walls stopping the door waiting to go in, Gordy pushed her any other warm days, he will come with slight breeze that was about that morn- out of the way, weaving his entire self me in the mornings, when the kiln is cold ing, the full force of not-quite Spring through her front legs and was propped and the torch is off, to collect the pieces wafted through his furry stripes and up, front paws up the small step and rest- that have annealed overnight in the kiln. under his bib. He stood, stock still and ing on the plinth of the door. His eyes This bright sunny February 2nd, after looked around him. He paused just long were huge pools of amber horror. hearing on the radio that morning thatPH O TO S B Y C H A R LEY M EA D Groundhog had made an appearance I opened the door and he shot through and didn’t see his shadow, meaning that the utility room as fast as his little legs winter is coming to an end and we (well could get him sideways through the next America!) is promised an early spring, door into the kitchen and launched him- I took Gordy into the garden and to the self onto the dusty hearth that still had studio. the dying embers of the night before’s fire. Curled up as tight as tight could be, For a few days prior to this morning Gordy pressed his little body up against in question, Gordy had been lining up the grate and shivered, his eyes now with the dogs in the utility room as if he turned on me in the most accusing fash- wanted to go out with them. I took this ion. It was not yet spring! as a sign that enforced house arrest over the wet and soggy winter had become Who needs a Groundhog? Or a boring for him and he was missing chas- Punxsutawney Phil? We have a Gordy ing flies and bumble bees around the and I can say without hesitation that flower beds. I needed to restrain him on winter has yet to leave the UK. It’s been several occasions, catching him up in a few weeks now since February 2nd my arms and showing him, through the and Gordy has not tried again to queue window, how the rain was lashing against up at the front back door with the dogs. the hedges and, as the dogs didn’t have a When we go out on our morning walk litter box like him and Teeko, they HAD or to empty the kiln, there is always a to go out. small black and silver cat with a brightly coloured bib on, as close as possible to So February 2nd was the first trip the remnants of the fire from the night outside for Gordy in 2016, well one before. where his paws would actually touch the ground. He quite often goes out to fetch things from cars or collect mail from the postman in someone’s arms. Teeko has yet to leave the warmth of the upstairs hot water pipes. I carried Gordy out the ‘front back’ door and through the falling-down wooden structure that once held a gate and over to the studio in the far corner of the garden. Opening the door with one hand, we both went inside where I put Gordy down on the bench so he could help me unload the kiln: he does love peering into the little door I use to pop the glass beads inside, another reason he can only be near the kiln when it’s cold! catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 57

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AGGROUIDOEMTOINGCats love to groom themselves but a will tend to enjoy a clean-up at this timehelping hand from you can help to naturally.enhance the bond between you You can use this activity to build upC ats are one of the cleanest Finally, for cats that share a home, and maintain a strong bond between animals, spending a good deal mutual grooming is an important aspect you and your feline. Only groom if your of time keeping their coat in of social bonding. Cats that spend a lot cat will accept it and if they become agi-good condition. Their natural flexibility of time together will often groom other tated or aggressive at any point duringallows them to reach almost every part cats in their social group and that is the grooming session, stop immediately.of their body with their tongue. The where you, the owner, come in. Eyes, ears and clawshead and ears are cleaned with a well-licked front paw and a good comb with Grooming gives you an excellent Moistened cotton pads are ideal forthe inner dew claw. opportunity to discover any cuts, lumps cleaning matter from the corners of the or injuries that your cat may have. eyes and cotton buds dipped in a little Grooming is important for a number Starting young warm olive oil do a good job at keepingof reasons. Besides removing loose hair, ears clean. However, these should bedead skin cells and parasites, the mas- Starting regularly from kittenhood used very cautiously and on no accountsaging action stimulates the skin glands, means owners are less likely to encoun- be poked down inside the ear.producing a light film of oil to water- ter handling problems later.proof the skin. Furthermore, because Eye and ear wipes are available fromcats do not really sweat, the evaporation The key to success is to keep the ses- most veterinary surgeries or groomingof saliva from the coat helps keep them sions short and pleasurable. Grooming salons. Most cats that go outside, orcool in hot weather. immediately after feed-time works well have the use of scratching posts indoors, because the cat is relaxed and happy and do not need their claws trimmed but there are special scissors and clippers available if you need to nip the points off. catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 59

Brush A pure bristle brush does a great job in lifting the fur without breaking hairs, allowing the slicker brush to remove the loose hairs in the coat. Mitt Shorthair and Rex coated cats will need a fine-toothed wire comb, a soft bristle brush and a rubber brush or mitt, which is gentle on the skin. A rubber mitt is particularly useful for cats that are reluctant to be groomed, as the owner can simply stroke the coat with it. Intending to show? Coons will grow thick winter coats that Cloth are shed as soon as the weather turns All cats, including the hairless Sphynx, Get your cat used to being warm. groomed and handled from and early will benefit from a final polish with a age. Within the grooming sessions, Loose hairs need to be removed to damp chamois or velvet cloth, which not make sure you inspect the eyes, ears, reduce hairballs and prevent the coat only feels good but also really brings out mouth, bottom and feet. from getting knotted up. This need only the gloss and shine in the coat. take 15 minutes each day during change If you have a longhaired cat and of season, with one really good grooming Scissors want to wash its coat then do be session a week. Small, blunt ended scissors may be aware that cats have a 24 hour per- spiration period following a bathing Shorthaired cats will moult but do needed to remove persistent knots in session where they are at risk of not have the same problems with a knot- longhaired coats. However, if you are colds and respiratory infections. Make ted coat. Grooming once a week is best. preparing a cat for showing, a clipped sure you wrap your cat in a warm If you intend to show your cat, you will coat may mean disqualification. towel immediately after bathing and need to look more seriously at what is Cotton buds/wipes ensure they get properly dry. Keep required for your particular pedigree your cat free from draughts, changes according to show standard. Moistened cotton pads are ideal for in temperature and chills for 24 hours Elderly or unwell cleaning matter from the corners of the after bathing. eyes. Cotton buds dipped in a little warm Old cats will often find that they olive oil help keep ears clean. Any dark A coat of longhair should be full lack the flexibility for effective pain-free coloured wax build-up could indicate ear and fluffed up ready for showing grooming and will need more help from mites and should be mentioned to your but do not use grooming powder up their owners. This is another reason why vet as this will require treatment. Do to two days before the show as the it is good to get your cat comfortable not be tempted to clean inside the ears, judges will penalise for traces of pow- with grooming from an early age. unless you have been instructed to do so der found in the coat. by your vet, as the skin inside the ear is Any cat that is unwell may also stop very sensitive. See GCCF breed guidelines for grooming itself, for example, if it has sore details at www.gccf.co.uk gums or a tongue ulcer. While these cats Eye and ear wipes, from companies may not be well enough to cope with full such as Johnson’s Veterinary Products, Teeth and gums grooming, some gentle attention may be are available from most veterinary sur- If you can persuade your kitten from good for their spirit. geries or grooming salons. an early age to accept having its teeth BASIC EQUIPMENT gently brushed as part of the grooming routine then this is an excellent but rare Comb thing. Use a small, soft toothbrush spe- Longhaired and semi-longhaired cats cifically for cats and only use proper pet toothpaste, as human toothpaste is too will need a wide-toothed wire comb to strong in flavour and chemicals. deal with tangles and knots and help check for parasites in the coat. Timing issues The amount of grooming required Talcum powder Unperfumed talcum powder or pro- depends on your cat’s coat. Heavy coated, long-haired cats such as Maine prietary coat powder can help untangle a knotted coat in longhaired cats. Just60 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

sprinkle a little over the knotted area and What to dogently tease out. Grooming the average domesticBathing application. cat is not complicated. A comb, Sometimes cats get into scrapes and Always hold onto the cat with one as well as a brush, will normally be required for more long-haired catsreturn home covered in oil or grease, or hand or ask someone else to hold him since brushes alone will often skimwith an unpleasant odour. Bathing can while you apply shampoo. Rinse well over the topcoat, leaving any under-also be a good way to clean and freshen using a jug, again trickling over a little coat or finer hairs to matt. Fine butthe cat and also helps to reduce shedding. water at a time and avoiding the eyes and firm brushes that also have some ears. combing action could be used alone Not every cat is going to co-operate for short-hairs.and this could be a time to consider using The head is often better cleaned usingthe professionals - either cat groomer or a piece of wet cotton wool for more pre- Use combs first, gently workingveterinary surgery. cise cleaning. in a routine way to cover the whole body. Some owners work from the If you are not sure of the substance As soon as rinsing is complete, wrap back of the neck backwards towardsyour cat is covered in, then professional your cat in a warm towel. You will find it the tail, especially if the cat is moreattention is advisable, as there are some best to wrap in one towel to absorb most sensitive, as building the cat’s con-chemicals which can be absorbed through of the moisture, then immediately replace fidence by grooming where it canthe skin, meaning you should avoid con- it with a dry towel for active drying. easily see you seems to settle themtact with them and your cat could require Allow your cat to air dry after towelling, more quickly.medical treatment. in a warm room. Areas that may need special If you have a fairly sedate cat and feel Upon release from the towel be pre- attention include the short, fine hairsconfident of trying to bathe him or her, pared for your cat to run off and hide as behind the ears, the inner elbowsthen there’s no reason not to go ahead far away from you as possible. Try not and thighs at the join with the bodyand attempt it. If your cat becomes dis- to be too offended - as long as you have and the base of the tail. These areastressed at any stage then it is better to been calm and patient, your spotlessly are quite prone to matting and oncejust stop and re-think. clean cat will soon forgive you. matted, can prove difficult to tease out. Before you start your preparations,ensure your cat is indoors and all win- You will probably find that thedow, door and cat flap access has been comb is better at removing deadclosed off - most cats have a sixth sense hairs, while the brush is better atwhen something is up and will seize any ensuring that the hair is laying in theopportunity to escape! direction you want and promoting shine. Also comb your cat first to remove anymatted areas which could tighten up dur- A traditional method of ensuringing bathing. shine is to use a piece of velvet, silk or chamois to complete a final rub Get everything ready: plenty of old down over the cat’s coat and taketowels, a receptacle for rinsing or a low- away any overlying loose hair.power shower attachment and shampoo.It is normally easier to bathe a cat in a catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 61sink where you can remain standing andso have more control. Place a rubbernon-slip mat or a folded towel in the baseof the sink to give your cat a footholdand prevent scratching. Place a small amount of warm, nothot, water in the sink - around five cen-timetres - and then gently lift your catinto it. Talk reassuringly to your cat andgive him a minute or so to get used to thewater. Most cats will try and climb outbut keep hold of him, firmly but gently. As you stroke his back, start to tricklealong a little water in your palm. Givehim lots of praise and reassurance. Don’tspend too long or your cat could getchilled. Once covered in water, add asmall amount of cat shampoo to the coatand lather. As you reach this stage you are com-mitted to getting the shampoo off again,so if you find that either you or yourcat are becoming distressed, stop before

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EPURROOTPEE-CWTIDIOE NUK charity calls for European microchip databasesto be more compatible, helping to reunite petsand owners and end illegal tra˜ cking of petsC ats Protection has welcomed mercial purposes, often by organised time to act to stop this horrific, illegal the resolution of the European criminals. The trafficking of pets is trade. They have the powers in place, Parliament calling for the estimated to be the third most profitable they have the evidence from their ownintroduction of compatible systems for illegal trade after weapons and drugs study, and now they have the clear polit-the registration and identification of pet within the EU. ical will from the elected representativesanimals across EU Member States. of the Union too. My sincere thanks The illegal trade encourages back- to Renate Sommer and to all those who The charity’s Chief Executive, Peter street breeders of pedigree cats and voted for the motion.”Hepburn, said: “In the course of help- dogs. Pets are transported across theing the UK’s unwanted cats, we come EU without appropriate vaccinations The preliminary conclusions of theacross those from other EU countries and in horrific conditions, are often Commission’s own study on the welfarewith microchips which are difficult to poorly socialised and many contract of cats and dogs involved in commercialread and interpret. If microchipping life-threatening diseases which too often practices stated that there is a need fordatabases in each Member State were leave unsuspecting owners heartbroken. ‘greater systematic requirements’ con-harmonised, we would have much clear- In addition, many of the diseases that cerning the identification and registra-er information, including where each the dogs and cats carry pose a real and tion of pets.cat came from, and in turn we could serious threat to the health of other ani-reunite many more cats with their own- mals and humans alike – rabies being Renate Sommer MEP, the instigatorers. Improving the traceability of micro- the most renowned of these. of the Parliament’s Resolution added:chipped cats would also help to identify “This Resolution seeks to mitigate theany cats being illegally trafficked in the Director Reineke Hameleers said: most opaque elements of the Pet TravelEU. We very much hope the European “We at Eurogroup for Animals whole- Scheme, namely by harmonising theCommission acts on this resolution in heartedly welcome the adoption of the national identification and registra-order to improve the outlook for cats Resolution by the European Parliament tion systems and requirements for petsthroughout Europe.” and commend MEPs for listening across the EU. Such a harmonisation to the hundreds of thousands of citi- would provide greater certainties over On 26 February 2016, The zens who have asked them to back the the age of any given animal, its vaccina-European Parliament adopted a Resolution from Renate Sommer. tion status, and would allow for properResolution formally calling on the cross-border traceability.European Commission to take action “This Resolution sends a clear signalto stop the growing illegal trade in pets to the European Commission that it is “Many Member States alreadyacross the EU. have systems for the identification and registration of pets. We do not see the Coordinated by Renate Sommer need for some sort of single EU levelMEP, the Resolution has been under- database. All we need is to have thepinned by Eurogroup for Animals’ same requirements, with compatibleProtect Our Pets campaign, which systems in each Member State. Thishas seen over 500,000 e-mails sent to should neither be beyond the wit of EUMEPs from across Europe, since its Governments, nor should it cause anylaunch on 9 September 2015. concerns with the Commission over the issue of subsidiarity. Many organisations have seen ameteoric growth in the illegal trafficking “I now hope that the Commissionof dogs and cats since the introduction will have the courage to take the neces-of the Pet Travel Scheme in 2003. This sary political decision, based on oursystem, which was designed to allow Resolution, so that we can end this cruelowners to move with their pets, whether inhumane trade, and so that Europe’sfor work, on holiday or for pet shows, pets, animals and owners alike are betterhas too often been exploited for com- protected in the future” catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 63

Charity helps catsand humans healThe story of how four bereaved souls came together to beginhealing has highlighted the therapeutic work that volunteeringat a Rescue can o˜ er to both animals and peopleF our years ago, Helen Gunton began to take my mind off all the wor- by their company; it was as if we were from Keighley became a full-time ries at home. In fact the company of the all starting to heal. The time practically carer for her husband Nigel as cats and friendship of the other volun- flew by and before I knew it, I had beenhis health deteriorated due to myotonic teers gave me a real boost to carry on at there for more than three hours. It wasmuscular dystrophy. home.” such a wonderful, beautiful morning; I will never forget it,” said Helen. “While I was caring for my hus- Helen pointed out the enormousband, I lost my sister and father just a support she received from Nigel to At home, the cat she and Nigelmonth apart. It was an extremely heart continue volunteering. “Although Nigel adopted from YCR less than two yearsbreaking and challenging time but I wasn’t able to come with me, he enjoyed ago provides the same comfort. “It’s aswas helped by bereavement counsel- the stories I brought home every week.” if Sue senses what has happened. She’sling,” Helen told us. “Here I learnt a real friend. I’d be lost without her, shethat I needed to make time for myself. Helen’s husband passed away on keeps me going.”I remembered how much I had enjoyed Valentine’s Day this year. “I was sovisiting Yorkshire Cat Rescue (YCR) heartbroken that I wasn’t even sure if Now, Helen wants to encourage oth-when my husband and I adopted our I could muster the energy to visit the ers who might be going through a dif-cat Sue and decided to become a vol- Rescue the following Wednesday. But ficult time at home to try and find timeunteer.” when it came to that morning I just to volunteer or just visit a charity like woke up, got out of bed, got ready and YCR. “I know there are many people Helen began volunteering at the went.” who suffer from depression, isolationcentre in July 2015. “We organised for or grief. By finding somewhere special,a carer to look after my husband every At the same time, YCR had just where you are surrounded by peopleWednesday morning while I was at stepped in at short notice to rescue who care deeply about their work andthe centre. Volunteering at Yorkshire Amber, Hunter and Juno; three cats who have an enviable ability to give eve-Cat Rescue isn’t just about cleaning who had lost their family in a harrowing rything they have, you start to see theout pens, although of course that is murder suicide. The trio were trauma- colour of life again. Even just the small-a big part of it. The most satisfying tised and struggling to cope – hiding, est break from a daunting routine or thepart of my time here is when I spend a confused and frightened, in their pen. darkest of places can be that breath offew hours just being with the cats and fresh air which keeps you going.kittens that need company. It really “When I arrived and told the centre manager what had happened, she gave “For me, volunteering and helping me a shoulder to cry on. And then she to rehabilitate cats so that they are able to find a new loving home has given me suggested that I went to spend a new lease of life. Time spent with the some time with Amber, Hunter cats, for me at least, is the best medicine and Juno. I went down to their for the soul.” pen where another volunteer gave me a hug and brought me a cup Sara Atkinson, the founder of of coffee. I entered the pen and Yorkshire Cat Rescue added: “I often quietly sat down beside the cats. say that we don’t just help cats; we are here for people when they need us too. “They were very frightened at Helen is a wonderful volunteer and her first. But minute by minute, they story tells us so much about the special became more comfortable with relationship that exists between cats me around; Hunter came closer and humans. The work she has done and snuggled up with the rest of in bringing out the best in a trio of the cats and Amber let me tickle cats that were truly traumatised is both her tummy. In what seemed like heart-warming and admirable. We are minutes, all three cats were let- very lucky to have her.” ting out loud purrs. “I was instantly comforted64 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

NINATSUTRINALCTS many owners are unsure about havingLike it or not, hunting is part of a cat’s natural such a large structure taking up spacebehaviour but there are ways to encourage in the garden.this without endangering wildlife I spyW e’ve all been there - hunting prey for food, so it can be diffi- Keep a watchful eye on your cat shuffling into the kitchen cult to keep them indoors. You could try while he is outdoors in your garden in the morning to put the keeping your cat inside from dusk till and if you notice him stalking a birdkettle on or to open the door and let dawn, at the time when they are most or small mammal, try to distract himkitty inside, only to be greeted by a likely to be active, but this needs to be gently by throwing a soft toy or makingsmall, limp creature struggling to hang introduced early. A cat who is used to a noise. Chase the prey away if you can,on to life. Your cat, on the other hand, roaming his territory at night won’t take while the cat is distracted. Take youris looking at you for that reassuring kindly to having a curfew placed on his cat inside if you can, while the ‘victim’‘Well done! What a clever puss you are!’ activities. Be prepared for some sleep- recovers and makes its escape.that somehow isn’t the first phrase that less nights as he may decide to be activecomes to mind. indoors while you are in bed. Try to establish if your cat has a Satisfied appetite favourite hiding place, such as a small Young kittens will learn hunting shrub or plant pot, where he watches,and killing skills from their mother, as A cat that is well fed will still hunt ready to pounce. If so, moving it orfor cats in the wild, this is their means but if he has eaten well and is full, he screening it to spoil the view may deterof survival. Bringing home a freshly may be less likely to do so than if he the hunting ‘games’ and give the gardencaught mouse, alive or dead, is a way of is hungry. Feeding your cat at regular wildlife a better chance of survival.saying ‘Look mum, you taught me well’ times may be enough to discourage his Banish boredomand the kitten will be looking for appre- hunting on a nightly basis.ciation from its mother. Cat runs A cat who is kept entertained during the day when he is awake will be more Unfortunately, most human ‘mothers’ An enclosed run will allow your cat a easily persuaded away from his killer(and fathers, come to that!) are distressed certain amount of freedom outside but instincts. Provide plenty of cat toys thatto find such ‘trophies’ at their feet. So with limited hunting possibilities as the are designed to be batted, wrestled orcan we discourage these gifts of love? chances of birds and mice getting in to carried like a ‘trophy’ - catnip mice, fish-Curfew the enclosure will be small. Not all cats ing rod-style toys and balls are all good are happy to be restricted though and distractions for an active kitty. Keep a A cat’s natural behaviour is to few outside too, around the garden, soexplore the outside world, stalking and that when natural behaviour dominates, the toys, rather than the wildlife in your garden, become the victim. catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 65

BBAANCISTHEINRGIACats are good at grooming their coatsbut things below the surface can alsohave an impact on their healthA ll cat lovers know that when it be entirely unaffected from the outside. Toxoplasma comes to keeping clean, cats are These worms can produce eggs which The similar sounding parasite the real experts. Any individualthat spends that amount of time preening are then passed out with the faeces. After Toxoplasma can also infect your catand grooming is going to be pretty two weeks the worm eggs become infec- without any visible signs, although fromspotless. But some bugs and beasties, tious and they can remain so, living on time to time cats will get ill because ofbarely visible to the naked eye, can have or near the surface of the soil for the next Toxoplasma. It’s another parasite that cana detrimetal effect on feline health, no two years. If a child accidentally eats the affect human health, although it’s onlymatter how fastidious their grooming is. eggs, a larval worm can hatch out inside really dangerous for pregnant women orToxocara them, eventually causing eye damage people who have a compromised immune and even blindness. Other cats can also system (due to the HIV virus or a recent Even well cared for cats have been become infected by the eggs which can organ transplant, for example).found to have Toxocara worm eggs in sometimes result in serious disease; kit-their faeces. Why didn’t their owners tens may even die. Toxoplasma can be caught in variousknow? Well, the Toxocara worm can live ways such as by not properly cookinginside your cat’s gut, yet your pet could The solution is simple – worm your meat or not washing fruit and vegeta- cat against the Toxocara worm and do it bles before eating. But to avoid catching frequently. Toxoplasma from your cat, if you are an at-risk person, the solution is quite easy: clean litter trays with boiling water to kill the parasite (disinfectants aren’t up to the task), or preferably get someone else to do it for you and always wear gloves when gardening (a good tip to avoid picking up Toxocara eggs too). You are what you eat To put it bluntly, what you put into your cat will affect what comes out. It’s fair to say that not even the most ardent cat lover really wants to delve into the topic of cat poo too deeply but it is important, nevertheless. Cheaper foods are more likely to contain less digestible66 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

Some cats can be discouraged from using a How to remove cat urine tray if they don’t like the odour or the Remove as much of the urine as pos- feel of the liner under their feet. sible by blotting it up with paper towels or old cotton material rags. Keep pressing on the carpet until no moisture is being absorbed. After the area has been blotted as much as possible, neutralise the odour by applying a pet stain remover, which you can buy at any pet shop. Follow the label directions and allow the solution to set in before soaking it up. Be patient, enzymatic products need at least 24 hours to successfully clean the soiled area. Be patient and take your time.ingredients and that means more stomach cat from wanting to toilet in that location Oral hygieneupsets and bulkier, smellier poos. again. Try biological washing powder The bacteria that live normally in made up into a water solution, followed By feeding your cat a ‘top of the by a light mist of surgical spirit but test a cat’s mouth are serious business andrange’ food you will find that poos are an ‘under cover’ area first in case the not to be ignored. Pasturella bacteria,smaller, firmer and hardly smell at all. dyes on carpets are affected. for instance, are really not nice organ-Kinder to the digestive system too, there isms and they are often found in cat biteis hardly ever an accident outside the tray You can buy litter deodorisers or litter abscesses.and if, on the odd occasion, one of the liners which can help the air smell nicerclumps get kicked out, they are easy to but not every cat will take to them. Some If you ever get bitten by a cat, do tryclean up. cats can be discouraged from using a tray and persuade your doctor that antibioticsFur ball distress if they don’t like the odour or the feel of may be a good idea. The long pointed the liner under their feet. teeth tend to push any bacteria right Fur balls are a fact of life in some below the surface, allowing infection tohouseholds. You come home from a hard Another option is to go for a cov- fester away and cat owners have beenday at the office, not just to be greeted by ered litter tray with a filter that can be known to lose fingers as a result of anyour purring nearest and dearest, but also changed regularly. Some cats prefer this apparently innocuous cat bite.a large hairy sausage lying in a pool of as it increases their sense of security andfoam in the hallway. privacy. Other kinds of bacteria can find their Inapproporiate toileting way in when dental health is neglected. But spare a thought for your cat... Gum infections can result from lack ofnowhere to run to, too much time on Cats may wee in the wrong place for a tooth brushing and can be really devas-their paws spent grooming excessively? number of reasons: illness, fear, anxiety, tating for cats. Bacteria that get under-Indoor cats suffering from boredom and poor litter training, etc.. Telling a cat off neath the gums can disperse into theinactivity will frequently get hairballs, so for urinating in the wrong place will only bloodstream and may even cause damageconsider investing in an activity centre increase anxiety and make the problem to internal organs such as the kidneys.and some new cat toys. Get the groom- worse.ing brush out to remove loose hair and Again the solution is simple. If yourbest of all, buy a diet suited to indoor cats Cat urine will soak into the fibres of cat really won’t take to tooth brushingwhich will help to gently sweep away any your carpet and cause a stain - not to (and you don’t want to risk your fingers),hairballs lodged in the gut, before they mention the pungent aroma it will cause. pop your pet along to the vet for regularhave a chance to land on your carpet. The key to removal is to act quickly in dental check-ups. Look out for specialLitter refresher getting rid of the puddle. offers such as free dental check-ups dur- ing events such as Pet Smile Month. How could we address cleanliness and Urine contains sulphur and ammonia. There are a variety of gels, pastes, etc.not talk about litter trays? A good guide Trying to clean up cat urine with prod- that can be used for cleaning teeth andis to have one tray per cat plus a spare; to ucts containing ammonia or vinegar can are readily available from your vet orclean solids or clumps out daily (or once actually make the smell worse and even local pet shop.per cat per day); and to replace all litter ‘set’ the stain.every two days. If you use a disinfectant, Top tipuse one properly formulated for litter As ammonia is also found in urine,trays - those that cloud-up in water often cats are attracted back to the spot that Remember that vacuuming is notcontain phenols, which are toxic to cats. has been cleaned by a product containing just essential for removing cat hair; ammonia and may repeat their weeing the vibration can also cause flea eggs For areas that are soiled outside the discretions. and larvae living in your carpet tolitter tray, extra care needs to be taken to hatch out, so for total peace of mind,clear every trace of odour to prevent the Avoid steam cleaners too as the heat pop a flea collar in the vacuum clean- will bake in the stains and bacteria and er bag to zap the little devils. leave a permanent mark. catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 67

Troubles withteeth and tabletsTrying to find a way to persuade Sydney totake the tablets he needed was a challengebut his owners finally had successT here it was, in the middle of “Ring later to see if he’s awake and hand-feeding him. Still sniffing, Sydney the dish. The tablet. Sitting can go home,” she said. “If there is any very slowly put out his tongue, a small there minding its own business, problem, for example kidneys or heart, pink strip that looked as though he’dwaiting for the paw. Sydney was looking we will ring you before we operate.” been eating a flat pink chew and it hadat the bowl. You could almost read his got stuck mid-way.mind on how he was planning to avoid About 3pm the telephone rangtaking his tablet. and we were told that all was well and Up came the paw to hook over the Sydney could be picked up any time. fingers to bring the hand closer, result- What wonderful way would his The vet gave us a packet of tablets that ing in a wobble as he balanced on threecrafty feline mind come up with this had to be taken with his food. With a legs. Then Sydney turned on his heelstime? We’d had the pushing to one side, grin, the assistant asked what Sydney and flew up the stairs.the eating around, the separating the was like at taking tablets.food, the spitting out of tablet. A different approach had to be “Not good,” we replied. Cheerily found. Next we tried coating the pill in A few weeks ago Sydney needed waving her arms and still grinning, the cat meat and ‘hiding’ it in the rest of histhe dentist. The vet booked him in and assistant announced ‘you’ll manage’ and breakfast. Somehow Sydney managedadvised us not to feed him overnight. handed us the carrier complete with cat, to turn over the dish then couldn’t turnEarly in the morning Sydney was bun- who was now quiet compared with the it back again. Gelatine capsules weredled into his carrier, meowing loudly, morning. next. Very messy, more on the floor thanand was presented to the surgery. He in the cat. We asked the pharmacist towas left in the capable hands of the The ‘prising’ open of the make a fishy paste to help conceal the aw with the little finger taste. No luck. vet’s assistant. worked only once. Even the ‘pill popper’ the vet The ‘prising’ open of the jaw with gave us had no e ect. the little finger worked only once. Even the ‘pill popper’ the vet gave us had no At home, we had trouble getting him effect. out of the carrier. He was so sleepy that he kind of half-rolled out before stag- We had been advised it was not a good idea to crush the tablet but we gering to his feet and wobbling to his were running out of ideas. Crushing the basket. pill was next on the list. This situation did not last long. It This method had a better result than was like someone had flicked a switch the others but still not all the food was - half an hour later he was up and out eaten and part of the tablet was left. of his bed, eating like he’d never had a meal before. We finally came up with the winner. The next morning was a different We crushed the tablet but waited until story. The battle of the tablet began. Sydney was very hungry before serving Sydney sniffed the bowl, then looked the food and only a tablespoon full of meat. up at us as though to say, “You think I don’t It worked a treat and Sydney thought know what you’re try- it was wonderful as he got what he ing to do?” We tried believed was second helpings - once the first small helping, complete with tablet, was finished, we filled his bowl with the remainder of his breakfast. Crushing the tablet did not have any adverse effects and we now have a happy, healthy cat with sparkling teeth.68 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

True feral orabandoned pet?Ferals are not the killers some people wouldhave us believe and are adapted to living wildwhereas an abandoned pet will struggleH ow many of us, I wonder, are all its might to get away from you. It is Survival guilty of feeding the stray that best to contact an appropriate authority A feral cat’s main threat comes from appears in our garden? We take with experience of trapping cats that canpity on the poor thing, believing it to be help catch the feral and take it to safety. dogs and humans. They can be killed bya feral cat, living wild somewhere close dogs, hit by cars and intentionally killedby and searching for a tasty morsel to Ferals are mostly unneutered and so by humans. They can be seen as a nui-eat. It could be a feral cat but it is more will multiply freely. If the area where sance by many people but this shouldlikely to be someone’s pet or a domestic they have made their colony can no not be carte blanche for killing them.cat that has been abandoned or become longer provide a food source, they will The best way to prevent feral popula-lost for whatever reason. all move off to establish a new territory. tions from becoming out of control is Fiercely protective of their territory, they the catch, spay/neuter, release approach Understanding ferals can make it are likely to greet any newcomers with and is the only humane solution. Thiseasier to determine whether a cat really a fight, especially if food is scarce and will not cause the feral cats to becomeis a feral or if it was once from a human they don’t want to increase the colony domesticated; they will continue to livehome. with strangers. in the wild as they always have done butNocturnal wanderings they will be unable to reproduce. When food is in short supply, some All cats prefer to be out during of the cats may decide to try their luck Sick cats may find themselves ousteddarkness but feral cats are rarely seen elsewhere and start a new colony in a from the colony in a ‘survival of the fit-in daylight unless they know people different area. Once they feel settled, test’ regime. Ferals, like any domesticwill provide them with food. The they will begin to breed and populate pet cat, can catch diseases and becomecolonies they live in are usually located the new colony. seriously ill. With no-one to administeraway from human habitation but close Wildlife medical care, they are unable to survive.enough that there is a good food supply. It is not uncommon for a mother andWooded areas on the edge of towns or a Many people believe feral cats are her kittens to die together as, if thelittle-used city car park are the types of responsible for decimating local wildlife mother is sick or malnourished, she willspots they use as home. Living closely in their area. As reported in a recent not be strong enough to care for hertogether, it’s surprising how many cats issue of Cat World, the Australian gov- kittens.can occupy even a small space such as a ernment is currently under attack from Domestic petsclump of bushes. international animal charities for pro-Self protection posing to cull hundreds of feral cats as Abandoned pets will behave com- they believe they are responsible for put- pletely differently to ferals in many situ- Ferals are unlikely to approach ting many native Australian mammals ations. Observe closely before makinghumans they haven’t encountered under threat. up your mind.before. Rather than coming towards youfor a gentle stroke, they are more likely Evidence to support this is sketchy.to shoot off in another direction. If it Yes, if they are really hungry, these catsis somewhere that it can’t escape from will kill for food but they much pre-easily, a feral is liable to hiss and snarl at fer the easier option. If there is a foodyou. Any attempt to touch it will be met source readily available nearby then thewith a swift swipe of sharp claws or a local wildlife will be safe from attack.painful bite. Of course they may still kill a small animal but as a rule they will not kill If you think a feral needs to be in great numbers. There has been lit-caught, don’t try to do this yourself, as a tle evidence of massive wildlife kills byferal under what it deems to be a threat feral colonies and animal welfare groupswill feel vulnerable and will fight with are keen to stress that these cats are not mass-murderers. catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 69

Fundraising appealfor amputeesAn appeal has been launched after treatmentof four severely injured cats left one branchof a leading charity with hefty vet billsI n just the first two months of this a car accident; Mickey, a kitten born left us with a huge dent in our year, Cats Protection’s Northampton with part of his leg missing; and Raja, financial resources. It would be won- branch took in three cats with who had a badly-damaged elbow joint, derful if cat lovers could spare a fewmedical issues that meant they each have all now been rehomed after recov- pounds to help us recoup the cost ofneeded to have a leg amputated. A ering from surgery and are adapting their veterinary treatment and help usfourth cat then needed extensive surgery well to life on three legs. carry on helping local cats.”to repair a serious jaw injury, thought tohave been sustained in a road accident. Former stray Hamish needed exten- Hamish needs to fully recover before sive surgery to repair a jaw injury, pos- he is rehomed but staff at the branch The total cost of veterinary treatment sibly sustained in a road accident. He is said it would be brilliant to know therefor all four cats is likely to total around now recovering and will soon be avail- is a new, loving owner waiting for him.£2,200, leaving the branch struggling to able for rehoming. “We would love to hear from anyonemake ends meet. who could offer him a home.” Diana added: “We are a very busy Diana Johnson, a volunteer at the branch with 63 active vol- Anyone wishing to donate tobranch, said it was unteers. We rescue aban- the appeal can do so by visiting thevery unusual to take in doned and stray cats, get Just Giving page at www.justgiving.so many cats in need them into good health, com/3cats9legsDonationsforOps orof complex treatment rehome them, and give by sending a cheque made payable toin such a short space talks on Cats Protection’s Northampton Cats Protection to POof time. “Fortunately work and cat care to both Box 5522, Northampton, NN4 8ZP.most of the cats we take community groups and Alternatively, to donate £5 to the appeal,in for rehoming are fit children’s organisations text LEGZ55 £5 to 70070.and healthy but, from and schools. As we’retime to time, we do take entirely run by volun- For more information about thein injured cats that need work of the branch, or to find out moresome veterinary care. Yet in the space teers, we work hard throughout the year about adopting Hamish or any of theof just one month we took in three cats to hold fundraising events to continue other cats available for rehoming, pleasethat all needed a leg to be amputated, our work. visit www.northampton.cats.org.uk/an unlucky coincidence that needed agreat deal of complex treatment and “We wouldn’t hesitate to help a catcare.” in need so, of course, we had to ensure these cats received the treatment they Oscar, who sustained a leg injury in urgently required. Unfortunately, such complex treatment is costly and has Hamish70 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

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BREEDERS DIRECTORYBOOK YOUR ADVERT OR SEARCH FOR KITTENS ONLINE AT WWW.CATWORLD.CO.UK SURREY YORKSHIRE CATCATBALU BRITISH, Selkirk Mrs Jeanette Fitzpatrick Do not bring a new kitten into aRex, Scottish Fold. Self, EMERISLE CATS. Ragdolls - home where family routine isBi-Colour, Tortie, Chocolate, all patterns & colours. *SealLilac, Cinnamon. Colourpoint, *Seal Tabby about to be disrupted01932-886728 email: Colourpoint, *Blue Bi-Colour,[email protected] *Cream, *Seal Mitted, *Blue TIPSweb: www.catbalu.com Mitted. *Tiffanies. *Scottish Fold. *British Shorthair . AFRPPOOMNSTLTYOHREE BEGINNING WEST MIDLANDS TBRCC or PRBCC Breeder of £5.49 CAT BREEDING the year 1999- 2011.KERNMERE BRITISH TBRCC breeder of the Now available from the app storeBLUES, Creams, Silvers, top Ragdoll 1993, 1995/96. is our brand new app BeginningColourpoints, Lilacs, Torties. Best Opposite Sex 1995/96. Cat Breeding, perfect for catTel: 02476 681335 Mobile: Breeder of Supreme Show lovers everywhere looking to take07519972046 1999 Top Ragdoll & sire of their first steps into the excitingEmail: jeanette.Knapp@ the first Ragdoll to win the world of breeding. Complete withbtinternet.com UK Grand Title 2003. interactive galleries and videos,Web: www.kernmere-cats.com Breeder of the Best kitten, we’ve got everything you’ll need adult & neuter 1999-2003. to get started, from selecting yourLARNIKAT. British Shorthairs Established 27 years - our breed right up to birth.kittens, Colourpoints in all beautiful cats feature oncolours, + Tabby Colourpoints, ‘Its a Cats Life’ video, At only £5.99 you’d be madeselfs in Blues and Lilacs, some- appeared on Granada Live to miss it!times Spotties and Tabbies. TV and photographs regularlyReg/Vacc/Ins. feature in all cat magazines. Kindle users need not be disappointed. We’re available on Amazon.Home-reared. PKD- 01943 461852 07774 650217negative tested. [email protected]. com www.emerisle-cats.co.uklinda299ward@btinternet.comwww.larnikat.com www.catworld.co.ukFACTS ABOUT CATS 1. A cat’s collar bone is 6. In general, cats have five toes on each 10. The first year of a cat’s life equals (in not connected to any front paw, but only four on the back paws, terms of development) the first 15 years ofother bones, which is what helps them unless they are polydactyl. a human life. After its second year, a cat issqueeze into all those tight spots! 25 in human years. After that, each year of 7. A cat has a total of 24 whiskers, with 4 a cat’s life is equal to about 7 human years.2. Cats respond most readily to names rows of whiskers on each side. The upperthat end in an ‘ee’ sound. two rows can move independently of the 11. The hearing of the average cat is bottom two rows. As you know, a cat uses at least five times keener than that of a3. The largest breed of cat is the Ragdoll; its whiskers for measuring distances and human adult. Careful what you say!the males weigh in at around 20 pounds. gaps.The smallest breed is the Munchkin; (left), 12. Cats have 32 musclesand the male weighs 7-9 pounds. 8. Due to cat’s nocturnal nature, they are that control the outer ear often known to enter a period of increased (compared to human’s4. The most popular cat breeds in the UK hyperactivity and playfulness during the 6 muscles each).are British Shorthairs, Siamese, Bengals evening, dubbed the ‘evening crazies’, orand Persians. ‘mad half hour’. 13. A cat can rotate its ears independently 1805. A cat cannot see directly under its 9. Cats have much better noses than degrees, and can turn innose, which is why it may have a hard humans. A cat has approximately 60 to 80 the direction of soundtime finding tiny treats on the floor right million olfactory cells - a human has 5 to 20 10 times faster thanin front of it. million. the best watchdog. THE LEADING BREED-BY-BREED GUIDE TO CATS & KITTENS FOR SALE78 MAY 2016 catworld.co.uk

STUD DIRECTORYBOOK YOUR ADVERT OR SEARCH FOR KITTENS ONLINE AT WWW.CATWORLD.CO.UKTo help you find a suitable stud, this list gives the names of studs, and brief details of parentage, together with owner’s name. Further details appear under the relevant county in the BREEDERS DIRECTORY (unless the county is followed by an *). 10 CHINCHILLA 16 BLUE BSH queens only. Mrs P. A Pallister. 66W SEAL POINT MITTED RAGDOLL LINCOLNSHIRE.Gorgeous chunky silver boy Vinery Devon (Sheephouse 01529 302236. Ch Willowbeck Wolf(carrying gold). Good type and SunnyJim 31d x Westways Email: [email protected] Ofemerisle. Adentlo Ambroseeye colour, fabulous tempere- AzureLatte 28) Blood Group Ofemerisle (66w) x Emerislement. DNA PKD and FELV AB Carries Lilac and Chocolate 27F CREAM BURMESE Mistee Morn (66a). Stunning largenegative, fully vaccinated. Limited Sussex 07713 270755 boy of superb original Ragdollavailability to experienced, UK Gr Ch Penwynkatz Creme type. Heart tested normal fortested and vaccinated queens. Achuri Meconopsis. Champion Delight. Sire UK & Imp G Ch MYBPC3 gene and FELV & FIV07709772938 Achuri Meconopsis Miletree Chathera Coolcolombo (27c) x neg. Faultless temperament,[email protected] Tushka (16) x Achuri Mayqueen Ch Oakford Amira (27j) Super gentle and patient with novice (16) blood group A. Tested temperaments. Lilac Based. queens. Deep, deep blue eyes fin-13C12 BIRMAN BLUE TABBY POINT queens only. Lovely eye colour. Approved tested queens only. ish off this perfect boy. Stud and Friendly gentle temperament. Mrs P.A. Pallister. kitten enquiries.Ch Jandouglen Cuil Lodair. Miss R M Stiles. DEVON. LINCOLNSHIRE. Mrs J. Fitzpatrick. YORKSHIRE.Ch Camulodunum Jandouglen 01803 327811. 01529 302236. Email: 01943 461852 or 07774 650217.Ben 13c12 x Camulodunum [email protected] Email: fitzpatrick.jeanette@Ladyoftiree 13c2 carries dilute. 19 RED TABBY BSH googlemail.comSuper temperament. 31D RED/WHITE BI.COL. BSHSupervised matings. Baritophanie Merlin (19) GCh 76B30 BLUE-EYED SNOW SPOTTEDMrs Ann Mott, Suffolk Vectensian Red Admiral (19) x Sheephouse Sunny Jim. Catbalu01359 221200. Dubolly Brilliant Red (19). Very Macduff (31f) x Sheephouse Jetspots Mr Bombastic.Email: [email protected] loving and gentle boy. Speciality (21b). Supervised Benlotte Crescendo (76a30) x Margaret Wood. Middx. matings. Limited stud. Karsuka Suneta Sharma (76b30). 13S1 BIRMAN SEAL POINT 0208 894 3544. Jenny Vaughan. EAST SUSSEX. Big beautiful boy, extremely gen- [email protected] 01825 840236. Email: tle, brand new stud quarters and Grand Ch Snowqueen [email protected] fully supervised matings. Tested Charles Lafitte 13c1 (blood 27 BROWN BURMESE queens only. GCCF & TICA reg- group “A”). Sire Foye 31F CREAM & WHITE BSH istered. Mrs Davida Bemister. Champagne Charlie 13C1. Ch Chinkara Joe Brown. DORSET/HAMPSHIRE BORDER. Dam Snowqueen Jasmine Planxty Dragonheart (27) x Gr Ch Vinery Cattuccino (Sheephouse Email: [email protected] 13C2. Charlie has excellent Chinkara MixnMatch (27e). SunnyJim 31d X Westways www.bootyliciouscats.co.uk. type and temperament, Carries Blue and Chocolate. AzureLatte 28) Blood Group A 01202 479439. also has very good blue eye Approved tested queens only. Sussex 07713 270755 colour. Supervised matings. Mrs Carolyn Clark. ESSEX. RAGDOLLS Contact Mrs Vic Green 01206 331376. Email: 54 GOLDEN PERSIAN LH 01379 898884 Email: vivi. [email protected] Emerisle (various boys, some [email protected] Admewlo Charlie Boy. Adentlo are titled). All active boys heart 27C LILAC BURMESE Golden Billyboy (54) x Adentlo tested normal for MYBPC3 gene 15 BLACK BSH Dillylilly (10). Hand-some, friendly, and FELV & FIV neg. All have fab- UK & Imp Gr Ch Anokhi Boy affectionate. Sires beautiful kittens. ulous size, type, temperament andVinery Zanzibar (GrCh Catbalu George. IGR Ch Anokhi Master- Mrs Shakides. eye-colour. All patterns in Cream,HarryPotter 15c x Ch Sheephouse blaster (27a) x UK Gr Ch Mainman KENT. 01322 280795. Blue & Seal,Winnie-Niger 15) Blood Group Kissangel (27b). Supervised mat- Email: shaklaw@ntl world.com Mrs Jeanette Fitzpatrick.B Carries Lilac and Chocolate ings to recently tested queens. YORKSHIRE.Sussex 07713270755 Luxury stud-house. An experi- MAINE COON 01943 461852/ 07774-650217. enced gentle boy siring healthy Email: fitzpatrick.jeanette@ 15D RED SELF BSH kittens of superb type & tempera- Acoonamatata Fire in the Sky. googlemail.com ment including show winners. Gr Ch Acoonamatata Quiff RileyAchuri Erik. Gr Ch Satinmist Mrs Mary Moore. 64 43 fsw Mullycoonz Sapphire SNOWSHOE - SEALApollo (15) x Achuri Iolanthe OXFORDSHIRE 01608 810631. Mist 64 18g. Gentle experienced(31f). Five Merits. Blood Group A. Email: boy. HCM negative. Supervised Ferry Vom Friedewald.Sire of many winners. [email protected] matings. Limited stud. Snowangels Hitop Sneakers (83w)Miss R. M. Stiles. DEVON. Approved FELV/FIV tested x Southpole Xshu Xshu (83aw).01803 327811. 27B CHOCOLATE BURMESE Queens only. Siring beautiful Gentle affectionate boy. kittens. Siring top quality kittens. THE LEADING BREED-BY Gr Ch. Chathera Catotigernos. Marian Denyer Sussex Mollie Southall. BREED GUIDE TO CATS Sire Prefere Chocolate Rondo 07946716424. Email WARWICKSHIRE. & KITTENS FOR SALE (27b) x G Ch Chathera Mirranda [email protected] 01926 402937. Email: (27c) Super temperament. [email protected] Carries Blue. Approved tested CLOSING DATE FOR JUNE ISSUE NO. 459: NOON, 12 APRIL catworld.co.uk MAY 2016 79

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