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Show news WITH Carole kempFun for all at theBirman Show 2014T his great show puts on at the end of the day, there is things for exhibitors only a short drive back home. that a lot of othershows do not. Not only There were plenty of stallsdo they run an early bird at the show persuading uscompetition - entries that are to part with our well earnedreceived by a certain date are money so that our furry friendsput into a draw and the winner could have a treat and theregets their entry money for the were also the now well knownshow back - but there is also a cakes made by Angela Walkerlucky catalogue; the winner gets for us to buy.the next year’s show fees forfree! There are plenty of other During the course of thethings too that I will tell you day there were lucky pen drawsabout further on in the report. that won the owner of the pen £25 in cash. Not only that but The show venue is ideal for there was a Sweepstake classme as I only live six miles away in the catalogue for us all tofrom it. There is no getting up enter; the winner got £10 andat silly o’clock to get there and second place got £5. There was also a photo competition withTop right: BIS Male Neuter and Overall BIS Neuter GrandPremier Maysula Tyee owned by Mrs and Mrs J and M Faber.Right: BIS Pedigree Pet Theo owned by Mrs M Brown andMrs D Coupland.Far right: Overall BIS Non Pedigree Olympian Gold ImperialGrand Mastercat Biscuit owned by Mrs L Hutchinson.Below: Gr Pr Snowshadow Blue Lagoon owned by Nicky ButlerImperial winner.Below right: Selkirk Rex kitten Boucles Mr Meli-Melo onexhibition owned by Mrs D Sanderson.52 december 2014 catworld.co.uk

Above: BIS Assessment Ragamuffin Cheham Trulyirresistable Above: Nebelung Brumeux Man Ov Steel ownedowned by Mrs C Powell and Mr A Wells. by Mrs Kemp Merit and BOB winner.Above right: Ragamuffin King Oberon owned by Mrs JParker Merit and BOB winner. bIrmAN SHOW - beST IN SHOWBelow: Overall BIS 2014 Sarmoyah Yasmin owned and bredby Mrs J Pool. OVerALL beST IN SHOW - Sarmoyah Yasmin (SBI f 21)Bottom: Birman Show Manager Elaine Culf with Overall beST mALe - Bullamoor Beau Brummell (SBI d)BIS Birman 2014 Sarmoyah Yasmin. beST FemALe & beST AdULT - Gr Ch Sarmoyah princess aurora (SBI f)some lovely little goody bags venue in lutterworth. Be beST mALe KITTeN - Sarmoyah red Crusaderas prizes, filled with all sorts of there if you have a passion for beST FemALe KITTeN & beST KITTeN - Sarmoyah Yasminthings. Birmans! (SBI f 21) beST mALe NeUTer & beST NeUTer - Gr pr maysula Tyee There were twelve cats This Birman show saw my (SBI b 21)on exhibition, including Nebelung Brumeux man ov beST FemALe NeUTer - pr Doubledelight Sasha (SBI a)maine Coons, Siberians and Steel go to his first adult show. beST NON-PedIGree - oB IGmC Biscuitragamuffins. This club hold classes for beST PedIGree PeT - Theo assessment breeds, so I was best Assessment breed - Cheham Trulyirresistable Best in show Non pedigree able to take him. He won his (rGm n 03) ragamuffinwas a lovely ginger and white first adult merit and the best ofboy, olympian Gold Imperial breed and was also considered NOrSK SKOGKATT SOcIeTY -Grand mastercat Biscuit, owned for Best In Show assessment beST IN SHOWby mrs linda Hutchinson. Best breed. Thanks go to judge mrsin show pedigree pet was Theo, alison lyall for giving him that Date: Saturday 4th october 2014a five month old kitten, belong- very important adult merit. OVerALL beST IN SHOW: Norskmagi Bettibooing to Donna Coupeland and beST NOrWeGIAN AdULT mALe: Ch Seecom’s Issacmary Brown. Congratulations beST NOrWeGIAN AdULT FemALe & OVerALL bIS AdULT: Grto the very proud owners. Ch Fairybelles Daisy Chain beST NOrWeGIAN KITTeN mALe: Vonntitch Diamond-Geezer Best in show for the Birmans beST NOrWeGIAN KITTeN FemALe & OVerALL bIS KITTeN &was judged by mrs Val kilby, OVerALL bIS: Norskmagi Bettiboomrs alison lyall and mr John beST NOrWeGIAN NeUTer mALe & OVerALL bIS NeUTer: prHansson. They had some simply Zelandonii Horace Wimpstunning cats to choose from beST NOrWeGIAN NeUTer FemALe: Imp Gr Ch kattjewelsbut in the end there was an Tinkerbellunanimous decision as to the beST IN SHOW ASSeSSmeNT AdULT & OVerALL bISwho the winner was going to ASSeSSmeNT: Cheham picture perfectbe. Best In Show Birman for beST IN SHOW ASSeSSmeNT KITTeN: Cheham rubytuesday2014 went to Sarmoyah Yasmin, beST IN SHOW ASSeSSmeNT NeUTer: adzwolo Brumeux Gregora gorgeous six month old tortie beST IN SHOW NON PedIGree PeT: kaanatabby point kitten, owned and beST IN SHOW PedIGree PeT & OVerALL bIS HOUSeHOLdbred by mrs J pool. PeT: Wilf Best in show assessment catworld.co.uk december 2014 53Breed went to a lovelyragamuffin, ChehamTrulyirresistable, owned andbred by mrs C powell and mra Wells. This was definitely anothergreat show that will beheld again on Saturday 7thNovember 2015, at the same

mAINe cOON breed SOcIeTY SHOW Left: Best - beST IN SHOW in Show Household PetDate: Saturday 4th october 2014 Tiny Spice.beST eXHIbIT: SUp Uk oG IGp Dairymaine Sarnia Cherie (mCo f 21)beST mALe AdULT: Ch Floscoons Bear (mCo n 22) rUSSIAN bLUe breederSbeST FemALe AdULT ANd OVerALL AdULT: Ch Coonflakes ASSOcIATION SHOWDomino (mCo n 03) - beST IN SHOWbeST mALe KITTeN: No Doubt mellvandia (64 31fs)beST FemALe KITTeN ANd OVerALL KITTeN: mabalakat marthas Date: Saturday 4th october 2014Vineyard (mCo fs 03 22) OVerALL beST IN SHOWbeST mALe NeUTer: Ch & IGp Isadoryou Tom Daley Judge - mrs anderson-Drew(mCo d 03 22) IGr cH KOreSHKA rOKSANA rUSINAbeST FemALe NeUTer ANd OVerALL NeUTer: SUp Uk oG IGp Best in Show panel - mrs ashmore, mrs Codd, mrs GrantDairymaine Sarnia Cherie (mCo f 21) rUSSIAN bLUe AdULTbeST ASSeSSmeNT: adzwolo Bruemux (NeB 69) beST mALe: Ch Serennol Yashabest Household Pet: Jon-Snow beST FemALe & beST AdULT: IGrCh koreshka roksana rusina rUSSIAN bLUe KITTeN YOrKSHIre cOUNTY cAT cLUb beST mALe: melkelter Wishful Thinking SHOW - beST IN SHOW beST FemALe & beST KITTeN: adurtsh miss moonshine rUSSIAN bLUe NeUTerDate: Saturday 25th october 2014 beST mALe & beST NeUTer: pr Siykat lancelot beST FemALe: Ch & Grpr Shoelina milyukovaOVerALL beST IN SHOW beST rUSSIAN WHITe Or bLAcK:cULLYKHAN HercULeS (Per n 03 21) Ch Sithee madam Belladonna (rUS n) beST OF ASSeSSmeNT breedS:beST OF VArIeTY Brumeux man ov Steel (NeB) beST HOUSeHOLd PeT:PerSIAN Tiny SpiceAdULT CUllYkHaN HerCUleS (per n 03 21)KITTeN SImCrIS TUppeNCe Ha’peNNY (eXo n 03 21) Above: Nebelung kitten Brumeux Dieu Bleu.NeUTer pr ZeNDIQUe ZeBeDee (eXo d 03 21 v) Above right: Russian Blue Gr Pr Curtilla Grey Mirage - Russian Blue.SemI LONGHAIr Above: Russian Blue Kitten Inneska Mustic Beau-Saf.AdULT Gr CH SUpaToFT TIka maSala (Sol n)KITTeN SarmoYaH YaSmIN (SBI f 21)NeUTer oB Imp Gr pr ISaDorYoU pINk’paNTHer (mCo ds 03 11)brITISHAdULT Imp Gr CH DelpHINIUm SWeeT-WIllIam (BrI n 24)KITTeN meWSoS CHeSNeY HaWkeS (BrI a)NeUTer pr pampUrreD BooZY BlU (BrI a)FOreIGNAdULT ICeGemS ameTHYST (SNo a 05)KITTeN FlUFFYpaNTS BlUe BUTToNS (alH as 11)NeUTer Gr CH & Gr pr CoperNICUS CHerrY BloSSom (ToS f 32)bUrmeSeAdULT oS Imp Gr CH roSSIkHaN SWeeTBaBY JameS (BUr n)KITTeN roSSIkHaN SUGar aNDSpICe (BUr c)NeUTer CH & Uk Imp Gr pr GaTTINI la lUNa (BUr a)OrIeNTALAdULT Gr CH VelVeTeNa FaWNYkaCHoN (oSH p)KITTeN HemloCk SpoTTY mUlDooN(oSH n 24)SIAmeSeAdULT CH maFDeT malala (SIa m)KITTeN maFDeT maYa (SIa m)NeUTer pr Belroo moNTalBaNo (SIa p)HOUSeHOLd PeTSNON PedIGree PeT Gr mC marmaDUkePedIGree PeT USHer54 december 2014 catworld.co.uk

cHeSHIre AreA cAT cLUb SHOWbeST IN SHOW ANd beST OF VArIeTYreport by Heather Bradley.Date: Saturday 8th November 2014OVerALL beST IN SHOW:Uk & IGr pr lINGComB eNDYmIoN (SBI n (13c1)) mNPerSIANAdULT TamoSaH keYSHa (10) FKITTeN alGerNoN WalkTHelINe (per a 03 21 (12a2t)) mNeUTer Gr pr kaVIkaT maCTaVISH (per a 03 (12a2)) mNSemI LONGHAIr olympian Gold Imperial GrandAdULT CooNarIa CHICaGo (mCo n 03 22 (64 41w)) m master Cat Barney rubblesKITTeN JINGleBellS reD aDaIr (mCo ds 22 (64 41ds)) mNeUTer Uk & IGr pr lINGComB eNDYmIoN (SBI n (13c1)) mNbrITISH S howing Barney all and was soon showing off andAdULT DelpHINIUm SImplY reD (BrI d 24 (30d)) m started when our show rolling around.KITTeN XZIBIT TeaCake (BrI f (21)) F cat was in the maternalNeUTer pr SHINYFaIrY DUmBleDore (BrI c 03 (31c)) mN on Saturday 25th FebruaryFOreIGN way, having got the show 2012, Barney won his firstAdULT CH GleNDaVaN Caramello koala (aBY b (23b)) FKITTeN lINCZoZo ClemeNTINe (aBY o (23a)) F bug again we couldn’t see us master Cat certificate at theNeUTer CH & IGr pr JaYSHelm TamarISk (SIN (77)) FN not attending any shows and Coventry and leicester showbUrmeSe wondered what we could do. and exactly 2 years and 8AdULT IGr CH BloomerS BelCHampe Brooke (BUr h (27h)) FKITTeN FloreaT SereNISSIma (BUr c (27c)) F So we sat there looking at months later (to the day) onNeUTer IGr CH maHaraNI VerITY BroWNe (BUr n (27)) FN Barney and wondered, as he Saturday 25th october Barney was so laid back and loved won his last olympian GoldOrIeNTAL attention, would he be an ideal Certificate, Best in Colour, wonAdULT IGr CH alDerSTar aNDro (oSH em (37fn)) mKITTeN HemloCk oNlY THe BraVe (oSH b 24 (38b)) m Hpp candidate? So we entered all side classes and topped itNeUTer Gr CH & Gr pr pIppaSTro JaY SIlVerHeelS (olH ds 11 our first show. Barney was (and off with Best in Show pedigree (62 43ds)) still is) very vocal in the car pet. We have had a momentous while travelling to any show, journey and have made some near or far, but had we made fantastic new friends (humanSIAmeSe the right choice? No matter and feline) along the way.AdULT Uk & oBIGC karamUSHI TUTI FrUITY (SIa f (32b1)) FKITTeN JoHpaS THe reD BaroN (SIa d (32a) m what we tried, he would always Barneys future may not beNeUTer CH & Gr pr CoSITa BrUNo ToNIolI (SIa a 21 (32 2)) make sure you knew he was in attending shows in competition mN the car, ear plugs always recom- but on exhibition, where he’ll mended. But once we arrived love nothing more than a fussHOUSeHOLd PeTS at the show, he stood proud at and cuddle.NON PedIGree PeT DYlaN (SH Ginger Tabby) mN vetting in, settled into his penPedIGree PeT oBIGmC eDWIN (SH Blue Silver Tabby) mN eGYPTIAN mAU SHOW - cUmberLANd cAT cLUb SHOW - beST IN SHOW beST IN SHOWDate: Saturday 4th october 2014 Date: Saturday Saturday 11th october 2014beST eGYPTIAN mAU KITTeN ANd OVerALL bIS eGYPTIAN OVerALL beST IN SHOWmAU: STarrSaIlor SpookY mUlDer (maU NS) (m) pr ISaDorYoU pHoeNIX (64 41dsw – mCo ds 03 22) mNbeST eGYPTIAN mAU AdULT: oB Imp Gr CH NaTaNGo’S owned by The misses S&r Holden, Bred by miss T murrayGHaNIYaH oF GeNIemaU (maU n 24) (F) beST PerSIAN: Gr Ch Heathrose in the Negative (6 - per ns) mbeST eGYPTIAN mAU NeUTer: pr STarSHaDoW GolDeN beST SemI LONGHAIr: pr Isadoryou phoenix (64 41dsw - mCo dspromISe (maU n 24) (m) 03 22) mNOVerALL bIS HOUSeHOLd PeT: Uk & oSIGmC alYS (Tabby & beST brITISH: IGr Ch Fergan Goodnight kiss (21 - BrI f) FWhite lH) (F) beST FOreIGN: Cagaran kittling-o-Hinnie (68 41hq - aSl h 22 31) F beST bUrmeSe: aureus Irresistible (27j - BUr j) F• Is your cat a winner? Do you want to let everyone know? Contact beST OrIeNTAL: adthelstan pandamonium (48 42 - oSH ns 03) m beST SIAmeSe: Drestothril Diadem (24 - SIa n) Fmaria on 01903 884988 or email [email protected] for details of beST PedIGree PeT: oS IGmC Barney rubblesour special Congratulations Boxes. catworld.co.uk december 2014 55

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus: THE FACTS fight off any infections they pick up, soEmily Fowler finds that the mere mention of it’s important to keep a cat with FIV asFeline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) can strike safe from infection as possible.fear into the hearts of cat owners but the realityis that many FIV+ cats live long and happy lives FIV is more of a risk in stray catswith the help of their owners because their lifestyle usually means having to fight for food and territory,I f your cat tests positive for FIV, it who live as family pets is very benign, so and the lack of care and attention they may seem like the end of the world. the symptoms and consequences of the get means that they’re more likely to Similarly, people looking to adopt virus are much milder than in cases of develop secondary infections whicha cat from a rescue centre or sanctuary HIV in humans. without veterinary treatment can havewill often overlook FIV+ cats in favour severe consequences. On the other hand,of other, ‘healthier’ cats, meaning that FIV reduces the white blood cell a domestic pet cat is more likely to staymany FIV+ cats sadly face never finding count of infected cats, meaning that their free of infection, and with regular vettheir forever homes, instead spending the bodies are less able to fight off infections, care any secondary issues can be treatedrest of their lives in shelters. The reality although the virus is generally very slow- immediately.is that with the right love, care and acting so infected cats can live full andattention, an FIV+ cat can live a long happy lives with minimal health issues I talked to vet Helen Perrymanand happy life. caused by FIV. (BVetMed MRCVS) of Avonvale Veterinary Centres’ Warwick surgery Part of the problem is the general The virus is carried in the blood and about how owners react to a positivelack of knowledge about FIV and what saliva of infected cats, and is most com- diagnosis in their cat.it means, and the misunderstanding that monly transmitted through cat bites,a cat with FIV has ‘cat AIDS’. When when the saliva of an infected cat enters “The reaction usually depends onI told my brother I’d adopted an FIV+ the bloodstream of the cat being bitten. whether the cat is otherwise healthy orcat and explained what it meant, there It’s less commonly transmitted through is unwell at the time of diagnosis. If thewas a long silence before he tentatively an uninfected cat biting an infected cat, cat is already showing signs of illness, theasked whether it was safe for humans to and it’s difficult to be passed from cat to prognosis is much poorer so the diagno-be around her. Now, my brother is a very cat just by sharing food bowls or toys, as sis will clearly be more unwelcome.”intelligent man (and I’m not just saying the virus is very fragile when it’s outsidethat because he’s my brother!), so it just the cat’s body. Cats in the final, chronic stages ofgoes to show how little is known about FIV (FAIDS) are likely to suffer from aFIV to the average person in the UK. How will FIV affect your cat? number of general health issues includ- ing mouth and gum disease, recurrentWhat is FIV? FIV means that infected cats have a infections and diarrhoea, but the major- compromised immune system, so owners ity of FIV+ cats don’t reach this stage for FIV is a lentivirus, and as the most of FIV+ cats should take extra care in many years.commonly known lentivirus in humans keeping their cats protected and healthy.is Human Immuno Deficiency Virus When it comes to the average life(HIV), it’s no wonder that many cat FIV+ cats are less likely to be able to expectancy of an FIV+ cat, Helen saysowners panic when they discover that it’s difficult to determine.that their cat is FIV+. Unlike HIV,the FIV strain that’s carried in cats “It really depends on when the cat is diagnosed and the state of health they’reIt just goes to show how in at the time.  If a cat tests positivelittle is known about when they’re well and can be well-man-FIV to the average aged, the life-expectancy will be higherperson in the UK. than if they’re already ill at diagnosis.” Keeping FIV+ cats happy and healthy Caring for an FIV+ cat is not that dif- ferent to looking after uninfected cats; they all need plenty of love, care and attention. A good diet of high-quality food with all the essential nutrients a cat needs is especially important for FIV+ cats, and56 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

vitamins that boost the immune system course, so it’s often only when they aKtnBitattintegrKseitatensare a good addition to their diet. start to show signs of illness that they’re diagnosed, cats who are going to be put The world’s first interspecies knitting Regular check-ups are needed, so your up for adoption are tested for a number club has been launched at Batterseavet can keep an eye on any issues that of feline illnesses as part of the proc- Dogs & Cats Home where animalmight occur, and if your FIV+ cat shows ess. If you see an FIV+ cat available for lovers can spend time with felineany sign of illness you should go to the re-homing from a shelter or cat rescue, friends and create don-knit-tions forvet straight away to make sure that any it will be generally healthy and could the charity’s homeless moggies.problems are treated immediately. go on for a long time before it starts to develop any signs of illness. Sadly, for The famous rescue centre invited Keeping an FIV+ cat in a stress-free, those cats that come into shelters already animal and craft lovers to the firstindoor environment is important not ill, typically strays who haven’t had the Knitting Kittens Club in the char-only for the infected cat, but also to pre- care and attention a loving home can ity’s London cattery on Wednesdayvent the spread of FIV in the local area. give, the recommended advice is usually 15 October to make blankets, toysIf you think you might struggle to keep euthanasia. and knitted mice in the company ofyour cat indoors, follow Helen’s advice on Battersea cats. The creative dona-providing enough environmental enrich- So many FIV+ cats are passed over tions will be used to keep the 250ment in your home: in the search to adopt the perfect family felines looking for new homes across pet because potential adopters don’t real- its three centres warm and enter- “I would advise plenty of stimula- ise that an infected cat has a reasonable tained over the winter months.tion with climbing frames etc., plenty chance of living a long life. Accordingof human interaction and ideally an to statistics from the SAVSNET (The SuiLi Weight, Battersea’s Catteryenclosed outside run.” Small Animal Veterinary Surveillance Team Leader, said: “Battersea’s cat- Network) report covering 4th January tery is so excited to launch the Vet Helen’s top tips for keeping 2012 to 31st May 2014, the percentage world’s first interspecies knitting FIV+ cats happy and healthy of FIV+ cats in UK shelters during that club, where people can knit dona- period was 1-7%¹. While this might tions for our cats and see the feline •Environmental enrichment inside seem like a small percentage, with Cats residents that will benefit from their Protection alone claiming to rehome and skill and generosity. Our cats greatly the home reunite 46000² cats every year, just think appreciate their donated blankets about the amount of FIV+ cats in all and knitted mice to play with in •Regular vaccinations with inacti- of the shelters across the UK who may their pens while they wait for a new never find a forever home. home. vated (not live) vaccines While there’s no cure for FIV, with “We hope knitters of all abilities, •Regular veterinary check-ups to proper care and veterinary treatment if including complete beginners who the cat gets ill, the future for FIV+ cats will be shown the ropes, will join this pick up early signs of illness can be good. fun and relaxed group for people who enjoy the company of cats. We •Good dental hygiene to reduce ¹www.savsnet.co.uk/lab-report/# have a lot of supporters who like ² www.cats.org.uk/media/facts-figures to knit and thought this would be a bacterial load in the mouth great way to bring everyone togeth- er under one roof to share a mutual •A good quality balanced diet. love of knitting and kitties.”Adopting an FIV+ cat The Knitting Kittens club will run monthly, from 5pm to 8pm and Although the majority of pet cats knitters are asked to bring theiraren’t tested for FIV as a matter of own needles and wool but will be provided with patterns and lessons for beginners. A donation of £2 entry has been suggested. For more infor- mation about the Knitting Kittens club and the date of the next event, visit www.battersea.org.uk/knittinkit- tens Since it was founded, Battersea has rescued, reunited and rehomed over 3.1 million dogs and cats. In 2013 the Home cared for 5,421 dogs and 3,120 cats. In 2013 44% of dogs and 47% of cats arrived as strays. For further information on Battersea Dogs & Cats Home please visit www.battersea.org.uk. Follow Battersea on Twitter @ BDCH or facebook.com/Battersea catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 57

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BCaunatrdmteemrcnuep around her, even the loud yappingCats will happily adopt a human - just as long seagulls, I was happy for her to explore. Ias the human realises it is on feline terms also needed to water the plants.By Dawn Wedajo She watched me drench the withered foliage with moisture and proceeded toS unday morning, the alarm clock first instinct was to use her claws before lap up the surplus. I marvelled at her on my radio erupted to the sound running towards the kitchen cupboard fascination with tiny creepy crawlies. of loud, lively, rhythmic beats. It where her food was kept. As they scurried around on the groundwas 7. a.m. I reached out to turn down she imparted them with a graceful tapthe volume, feeling entitled to a bit of I thought about her temperament as before sending them on their way. Ia lie in; rest at that moment was more she made light work of her breakfast, sniggered at her obvious irritation as aappealing than a boogie in my bedroom eating with gusto and licking her lips couple of unwelcome flies descended.wearing floral pjs. The dance floor could as she finished the last morsel. I hadn’t Carmen’s teeth chattered without mak-wait for the time being. been alarmed by her sudden attack. I just ing a sound, her focus completely fixed wanted to understand. In many ways this and determined. She lowered her body I glanced through the curtains, the feline was a bundle of contradictions. and manoeuvred towards her target withsky resembled a gloomy shade of greyish She was gentle but remained guarded; great agility.blue. The light in my room was still fair- she was playful but always cautious; shely dim. Before I could put my head back appeared to enjoy company but For much of the time I busied myselfunder the covers, in walked the delight- only on her terms. She was with domesticity - all the mundane butful Carmen Buttercup. My one year old bold but often timid, giving necessary tasks that needed to be donetabby. A welcome sight to my sleepy eyes. but defensive; she was a fully around the flat. At every interval my fourAs she sashayed across the room, I won- fledged family member...but legged friend was close by. In some inci-dered whether she approved of the music so often aloof, yet...she had dences, although entertaining, it was dif-playing in the back ground.  become my shadow. From ficult to get things done. Sweeping, for the first day that this curious instance, proved to be a particular chal- The tiny bell on her pink collar rang ‘feral’ kitty came into my life lenge as every attempt to use the broom,gently and announced her sudden arrival. (six months ago now) I had my feline friend saw as an opportunity toHer bright green eyes sparkled as she been working hard to gain get involved. Her head darted from sidegazed up at me as if to say “good morn- her trust. to side with every swish of the broom,ing”. Somehow, getting out of bed even then she would race along the hall andthough the rest of the world appeared I slid open the long curtains in carefully scrutinise where next the largeto be still asleep, didn’t seem quite so the living room and smiled as my moggy ‘brush’ would be heading before return-hard now that my new furry best friend cheekily played hide and seek with them,was on the scene. She purred loudly and weaving in and out between the long ing to give it a swipe or tworushed toward me, jumping up on the floaty material as if she were in a tunnel. with her paw.window sill beside my bed. Still, there Her enthusiasm, though infectious, was I stopped for a while towas a measure of hesitation; she twitched sometimes testing. I unlocked the tall gave her a little attention,her nose and leaned towards my face balcony doors to let some air come in. stroking around her ear, asthen allowed me to give her a brief cud- The sun was now out and knowing just that was all that she woulddle. Her tail moved slowly up and down, how much Carmen enjoyed laying out- allow. My bungled attempt toup and down. side in the warm shade, and the atten- tion she paid to the sights and sounds pick her up resulted with me I disappeared into the bathroom receiving a small nip at theto grab a quick shower. I could hear back of my hand and CarmenCarmen impolitely scratching behind running off back onto thethe wall, waiting for me to reappear, balcony. It wasn’t long howeverher white paw peeping through the before she rejoined me again inspace at the base of the door. When I the kitchen to help me consume my midgreeted her again with a soft tickle her morning brunch. I sat down on the living room sofa with a cup of warm camomile tea (I had made it earlier while cleaning and for- gotten about it). Miss Buttercup followed behind, stretched, then ventured to her favourite spot on the carpet to sharpen her claws before laying down beside me on the settee. After a couple of minutes she retreated to the top of the chair above my head for a nap. I would have dearly loved for her to feel comfortable enough settle on my lap. I sighed and wondered whether Carmen’s character would remain unchanged. I took a sip of tea...only time would tell... catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 59

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CWATINS ATNEDR if they stay indoors for prolonged timeWith the winter coming, cats’ owners soon need during winter. Depending on the rela-to be aware of the hazards of cold weather tionship between cats in a given house-O bviously there are welfare hold, this may be a big problem. Some issues, like making sure that and boredom during the winter months. cats cope with overcrowding at home by cats are protected from bad Boredom and inability to go out as time sharing and spending prolonged periods of time outside. This may prove often as in summer can lead to behav- difficult in winter and cause fractions at home. It can lead to aggression betweenweather. Some owners let their cats ioural problems. This is even more likely cats or marking with urine.out when they go to work and the cat in multicat households. Some cats can become shy, hide more and overgroom. It is very important incannot return home until the owner is Cats need to have control over their multicat households to provide enough resources for each cat but it becomesback from work. Unless there is a warm environment and resources. This can even more important in winter when cats can’t utilise outdoor space as well as theyspace provided for the cat, e.g. access to become difficult in winter. For example would in summer.a garage or shed; this is unethical. Cats a cat who relies on using an outdoor There is potential for stray cats or neighbouring cats to look for shelter aswho spend a lot of time outside should latrine may struggle if the ground is well. They may invade your home by a cat flap if it’s not a flap that works onlybe provided with shelters. frozen. This may lead to inappropriate for resident cats by use of a microchip.Some cats may choose to spend more urination at home. This is one of the Any shelter in the garden can be uti- lised by stray cats too. This is stressful fortime inside during the winter. This reasons that every cat, no matter if going the resident cat and in the long term it can lead to behavioural problems. Straymeans that the cat may be less active out or not, should be provided with a lit- cats should not be encouraged to remain in the garden and cat flaps should beand owners need to be careful about ter tray. The cat may not use it - but he operated by microchip, so only resident cats can enter the house. A local charitythe amount of food they give. It is easy needs to be given the choice. should be contacted if there is any con- cern about stray cats and their welfare infor cats to become obese during winter Cats in multicat households may the area.months if the food intake is the same as struggle with sharing resources Other concerns regarding winter con- ditions are medical. Cats with arthriticin the summer but they do not exercise joints may suffer more in cold months and may require additional medication toas much. Since they stay inside more, cope with pain.they can become bored and request A very important winter consideration is antifreeze (ethylene glycol) poisoningfood more often. in cats. It can be found in car engines to prevent freezing and overheating,Exercise and providing an out- hydraulic brake fluid but also in foun- tains and other water features in gardens.let for natural behaviours should be The poisoning is lethal, and sadly often leads to kidney failure and death. As aencouraged by owners. Ordinarily a cat owner, do not use antifreeze; educate your neighbours and check regularly forcat would roam for most of the day, any spills from cars.catching about 10-15 mice or other Hopefully cat owners will enjoy more cuddles with their cats when they decidesmall prey animals. Inability to perform to stay at home in bad weather. Cats who are out and about all day in thenatural behaviours can lead to stress and summer may honour their owners with their presence when it’s cold.behavioural problems. It is a good idea ● Justyna Ratczak, MRCVS, is ato encourage cats to play several times a qualified veterinary surgeon deal- ing with behavioural cases at Abbeyday with small furry toys that they can House Veterinary Hospital, Leedschase and ‘kill’. This will prevent obesity catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 61

Double delight cGaaettlbiynuomouur!r Cross stitch designer Susan Ryder has two British Blues, Timmy and Boris, who are brothers. Timmy helps with the stitching but Boris helps with the designing by walking across the computer keyboard. He can make the whole design turn upside down - something Susan can’t do herself !CATalbumIf you want to see your cat featured in our album, then email us a large-filepicture along with a few details about them and what they are doing.Don’t forget to tell us who you are too! Email: [email protected]’t forget to visit the Cat World Facebook page too!Two little cuties Merry Christmas PippaHere are Oliver (14 months) and Dexter (five months) - Brian Girvin says: Man Unitedmy two furry babies. They light up our world! fan Pippa is my Christmas crack-Val Emery, Mansfield er; my little Christmas star. She plans to have a red Christmas, as she only sees red.62 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

Here’s a fabulous collection of cats. Thanks to everyone who posted on the CW facebook page. We love seeing your photos.wHiiLninfeer Santa Paws is com- ing to town There she is! This is our fam- Kerry O’Brien ily cat Oscar, who sent this cute pic is very excited about of her cat Belle Christmas! creeping out of the flower bed. Two little cuties Here are Oliver (14 months) and Dexter (five months) - my two furry babies. They light up our world! Val Emery, MansfieldWIN HiLife Tempt Me!:The winner will receiveall six recipes in the newHiLife tempt me! 85gpouch range. HiLife temptme! is a completely new,super premium cat food,offering high qualityingredients and a selec- Just Tuna with Prawns, Just Tuna withtion of the most favouriterecipes. Each variety offers a well-bal- Ocean Fish, Just Chopped Chickenanced meal that is truly delicious. The and Just Chicken with Liver. Therange includes a range of six Tuna- or choices in Sauce include Just TunaChicken- based recipes in either Jelly Flakes and Just Tuna with Squid; all foror Sauce. The recipes in Jelly include adult cats. catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 63

Ask the expertsIF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR CAT WE’RE HERE TO HELPIf you are worried about your cat’s health, our panel The home environmentof experts will try to help. Here are some answers toyour questions on cat welfare and veterinary issues These simple changes can be important to an elderly cat, particularly one sufferingQLiving with arthritis feline suffering from joint pain and help joint pain, and can help to improve quality My cat is now 14 years old and them to manage a condition like arthritis seems to be enjoying life at a more easily. •of lifeslower pace. I am worried that he might Provide a soft bed in a quiet, draught-have arthritis - how can I check? •Recognising the signs free area or areas that your cat can easily Your cat is reluctant to use a scratchingA One of the most common ailments post (due to painful joints) and may have •access. for an elderly cat, arthritis is a painful Treat him to a low-sided litter traycondition that often goes undiagnosed. As •long, thick claws from lack of use. indoors, which will be easier for him towe all know, cats are very good at hiding His coat may become matted and dulltheir feelings. In fact they would rather •climb in and out of.hide away somewhere altogether rather •as he is unable to groom himself properly Ladders or steps to higher places will bethan show any signs of being in pain. Activities that have been ‘normal’ are much appreciated, especially by cats who not often seen, such as jumping on to Research has found that as many as •prefer not to eat at ground level.90% of cats over the age of 12 have shown •worktops or furniture Provide easy access to food and water,evidence of joint degeneration yet it has A usually calm cat can suddenly become ideally where your cat prefers to spendonly fairly recently been agreed that cats most of his time, avoiding the need to gorarely show signs of lameness when they •aggressiveare suffering from joint pain. He is reluctant to go outside, as being •upstairs or downstairs active causes him pain Watch his weight. Obesity is one of the There are signs that owners can be main contributors to joint health prob-aware of and recognise in our elderly A vet can only be sure that the signs lems. Many cat food companies now offerfeline friends that, if concerned, should above are as a result of arthritis by scan-encourage them to seek veterinary advice. ning the joints. This does require the cat •a range for senior felines.And a few small changes in the home can to be sedated so that he can be correctly Spend some time grooming your cat,make life more comfortable for a senior positioned to get the appropriate diagnos- cleaning eyes and bottom which can be tic images. •out of his reach If you have a cat flap, tie it open if pos- sible so there is no need for the cat to push through If you recognise any of the symptoms above in your cat then ask your vet to check him over. There are painkilling drugs available but safe, anti-inflamatory drugs for cats are limited. You may prefer to try some of the therapies and alternative/ complimentary remedies that are now readily available. Your veterinary practice should be able to recommend a vet who specialises in such treatments. QHe misses him so much My two cats, Clyde and Jasper, have lived with me for 11 years until recently when sadly, Jasper became very ill and had to be put to sleep. It is a huge loss to me but Clyde also seems to be devastated and spends a lot of time sitting and looking at the areas where Jasper used to lie. Clyde is also reluctant to eat and I am beginning to really worry about him. What can I do to help?64 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

A The scenario you describe is actually leave Jasper’s bedding etc. unwashed for (easier said than done, I know). fairly common when cats have been a while until Clyde seems a little happier. A good way to encourage Clyde tocompanions for such a long time. Clyde is You could try using a feline pheromoneobviously missing his buddy but he could diffuser or spray around the home too as eat again is to offer little bits of food fre-also be sensing how upset you are. There this should have a calming effect. quently so that he is not faced with a bigare several things that you can do to help bowl of food. Giving him an occasionalClyde get through this period of grief. I am sure you feel you want to fuss treat to reward him if he does eat some and stroke Clyde at the moment to reas- food would also be a good idea. However, Cats like, even need, things to be pre- sure him but actually that might have the if this doesn’t work and he is still decliningdictable so it is important that you try opposite result and stress him further. He his food then it would be wise to take himto stick to the same routines as before. would probably prefer to be left alone to your vet to be checked over in caseDon’t be tempted to move things around while he is feeling so out of sorts. What there is an underlying health issue that isin your home as this could disturb or he will appreciate though is to hear your being masked by the grief. Consulting aremove Jasper’s scent and Clyde will be calm, reassuring voice, so keep talking to trained animal behaviourist may also bekeen to keep that for as long as possible him gently whenever he is near you and something you might like to consider ifas it will make him feel safe. You should try to keep your own emotions in check the grieving is prolonged.Does my cat have around the house and ignoring your support and results are best with early attempts to prevent her doing so is, I’m intervention.QAlzheimer’s? afraid, an indication that she may well I’ve recently become concerned be suffering from Cognitive Dysfunction I recommend you ask your vet to about our elderly cat Marjory. Syndrome (CDS) which I think is what your discuss the various options with youShe has the choice of several litter vet will have been referring to. This feline and that you also consult a felinetrays around the house and although condition is very similar to Alzheimer’s behaviour specialist.she does use them all, she uses other in humans and how it presents itselfareas as a toilet too. We’ve tried to varies with each individual cat.deter her from these areas with tinfoil and a pheromone spray but she Signs of CDS include being diso-continues to toilet around the house rientated, house soiling, changes inon occasion. their sleeping/waking pattern, behav- ioural changes such as becoming Our vet thinks she may be going more withdrawn or needing more insenile but I’m not sure if there are the way of social interaction withany other signs of this we should you and changes to activity levels.look for. She sleeps more than shedid but she is getting on a bit and Sadly, like the human version,she does tend to stare at the wall there is no cure. Possible treat-occasionally. Can you give us any ments include medications thatidea? increase the supply of oxygen to the brain and those that affectA The behaviour that Marjory is behaviour. You may need to try showing with regard to toileting several types of treatment and catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 65

GORDY TOWERS Gordy has gone up in he world...and up, and up...A new cat tree tower has been delivered and Laney finds the house is perhaps not as big as she thoughtI t may seem somewhat extravagant wondering if she lets down her locks of hidey hole box and refused to come out. to purr-chase for a cat with special purple hair, her Prince in shining armour That’s after he had been evicted out of needs a HUGE cat tree, one with on a white steed will come trotting the cardboard box and told that the boxturrets and ladders and platforms and through the hall and rescue her from the didn’t cost the money the tree did so hetowers...but Gordy is worth it. Re-named life of drudgery she seems to think she had better pay attention to that instead!Gordy Towers, likened to Trump Towers, lives. She has more chance of a fine chapthat enormous monolithic construction with black and silver stripes and a long Within 30 minutes it was up and inthat dominates the sky line of New York, tail, using the outside tower facilities to place, in front of the front back door.Gordy Towers now dominates our hall empty his bowels and flick the clay lit- Both Iz and Defi had sniffed it andway and totally obscures the light from ter particles through the flappy door and decided it was beneath their dog status.the ‘front back door’ and rendering it over her foot. Gordy had glanced at it before settlingcompletely useless to the task of opening. down in his radiator bed, inherited from When Gordy first came to live with previous felines of the house no longer The front back door is at the back of us, a year ago now, having never had an with us, and snored.the house, hence its name, even though indoor cat, we decided that he needed athe back door on the other side of the cat tree. This decision was taken on the Fast forward a yearhouse and more accessible to the drive, is basis that all cats thatthe door that has the letter box; although live indoors have cat Gordy has put on weight during thecoming through the back front door trees, don’t they? So last 12 months; he hasleads you into the main house, which is after searching the filled out beautifully.reasonably tidy; as tidy as you can get internet for the best The dip in his neck,with two grown up kids still living at deal, we settled on part of his condition,home, two mad dogs, a husband and a one that seemed to has become chubby,cat that dribbles, the door that is in use meet the needs we reminding me of theconstantly is the one that leads directly had; it had to have fontanel spot babiesinto the utility room where the washing a couple of low have before theystacks up and the post man can get a platforms and a bed develop into toddlers.birds eye view of all the dirty laundry in but it couldn’t be toothis house. high or too big as Gordy was just a little Maybe that’s what has bundle of fluff and, as we had been told, happened with Gordy? But, Gordy Towers has a purpose; at his balance was unpredictable and his Maybe he is finally a toddler? He cer-least that is what I have been telling the climbing skills really quite rubbish. So tainly gets about a lot more now. He ishusband to justify the expense on such we didn’t want anything that would be much more active than he was a year agoa massive toy. My daughter (19 in too big for him, too grown up. and twice the size, although still muchDecember) being smaller than the British Shorthairedjust 5ft nothing, It was like buying a bike for the chil- breed should be. He has plenty moreis most jealous of dren when they were young; did it have ‘good’ days now than 12 months ago, andGordon and she stabilizers? Could we tie it to the door so he was scratching at the posts of thehas been caught a handle of the front back door? Would old cat tree, almost dragging it over withfew times looking Gordy be able to reach the platforms? force. Thank goodness it was tied to theat the ladder up Would it grow with him? We were nov- door handle, although the tree itself wasinto the main tower still light enough to push out of the way,and, like Rapunzel, ice cat tree buyers. on the rare occasions we used that door It duly arrived, a box of fluffy this summer. And as for fitting in the little round platforms, rope posts and a fluffy cat bed that is half way up the tree, cubby hole hidey box. I was too most of Gordy hung over the side, his excited to wait for the husband tail dangling down invitingly to anyone to come home and, armed with that may have wandered past below the allen key provided, I set and glanced up. We even had a couple about putting it together with of occasions when all peace would be shattered as an almighty crash sounded help from all of the four paws. Gordy climbed inside the66 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

through the house as Gordy had rolled Like last year, year we might just have to putover and just fallen off the tree and out I was too excited some lights around the topof bed, lying sprawled on the floor blink- to wait for the turret and pretend Gordy ising, all four paws pointing upwards and husband and after our Angel in his hidey holethat dangly tail perpendicular to his body. unpacking both bed.It was time to upgrade to a big cat tree. boxes and discard- ing the instructions We have found out what Husband and I got hunting on the that might as well the ‘thing’ is: It’s a scratchinternet. Now we felt we were seasoned have been written post that rolls and spins.professional cat tree buyers, this being in Japanese for all I Gordy found out, much toour second in a year. Gordy took great understood, we - Iz, the amusement of us all. Heinterest in cat tree research and spent as Defi, Gordy and started to play with it, thenmuch time at my laptop, dribbling over I - laid all the pieces out on the floor of he jumped on it and spunthe keyboard, as we did, although we the kitchen. Thank goodness for a big tail over ears to the other side. He loveddidn’t dribble..and then we saw it. The kitchen! it! As yet we haven’t mastered the lad-photograph was just fantastic. It was like der but my Gordy is not as simple as hea fantasy film; all that was missing was Iz soon got bored and wandered off seems. He uses the litter box lid to climbthe Princess and the white horse, com- to the far end of the room to watch the up onto the first platform and then heplete with knight in shining armour. momentous build take place; she has can use the steps. He loves to sit on the watched me build flat pack furniture top platform, looking out of the window It rose from the ground, via a ladder, before! Defi and Gordy were being prop- on the front back door and he can nowunder which was a ‘thing’; the ‘thing’ not er men about the whole experience and see into the field as the hedges have beenreally being figured out until the tree was inspecting each piece, giving it the sniff cut lower. He watches the pheasants, thein situ in our hallway. The ladder took of approval. Gordy then disappeared into magpies, the crows in the field and theyou to a platform with steps on either one of the enormous boxes and refused smaller birds in the hedge. Occasionallyside that spread out like petals on a rose, to come out, most likely until construc- he sees the fox and I know that badgertaking you to a second platform and tion was complete. He had a long wait. walks past that window at night. Thehigher. Then there were the towers, three blind is no longer closed, no need nowof them, the middle one being the largest After two hours I stopped for lunch. as the tower blocks the view, so maybeand having not one hidey cubby hole bed After three hours the husband came Gordy watches badger at night?but three. The castle rose even higher, home for something and helped me fin- The bigger and much more sturdywith a further platform and a final turret ish the build, in the kitchen. It was truly scratch posts are a big hit and Gordywith a little fluffy ball inside that makes spectacular in design when constructed pulls himself up and dangles his backa tinkling noise if you play with it. It was and finished. Like a real tower, it reached legs off the floor whilst he scratches forpurr-fect. up towards the ceiling; it spread out, fill- pleasure. I love sneaking up to the tower ing our kitchen with fluffy platforms and and looking in the hidey holes to see It was bought for Gordy - he deserved turrets. Gordy loved it, although he did which one he is curled up in, fast asleep;it. After all, he had put on a bit of weight look quite small when I placed him on he is the King of the Castle.and he was more aware and adventurous the petal style steps. Defi was in awe and Somehow I don’t think that he willthan anyone had thought he could be. being a bit (a lot) of a wuss, he cowered outgrow this cat tree in a year. He hasYes he still had problems, and will always behind Izabel who looked on in disgust many feline admirers from the internethave, but we wanted something that that this little cat had got the biggest that want to come and play with himwould encourage him to be more active. bed. in his fabulous new pad and hopefullyHe does like to lead a sedentary life so it will encourage him to be more activewith this extra weight he was piling on, After a few minutes of head scratch- and strengthen those back legs of his ashe needed to tone up. ing, mine and the husbands, we attempt- he continues to put on weight and grow ed to manouvre the enormous piece of into the handsome boy he has It arrived in two boxes; the delivery cat furniture into the hallway and into become. Outsidedriver staggered up the drive with each the space left behind by the old cat tree cats get to climb bigone separately and read the box. I was (that was now in the living room, in the trees and scratch inslightly embarrassed but explained that corner behind the sofa). We heaved and the dirt to strength-it was for Gordy and that he had special we pushed, sweated a bit and husband en their muscles soneeds. The chap was won over and told may have sworn slightly at the size and this is the compensa-me all about his Terrier dog that he had tion for Gordy, whorescued and how she had weight of this thing, cannot go outsideproblems getting on with but we got it in on his own and whopeople due to her past place in front of the doesn’t like to go out-life experiences and how front back door. The side if the sun is notshe will now toilet in the hallway is consider- shinning brightly andgarden and not the house. ably darker now and he has to walk on theShe is three. Although I heaven knows where dewy grass. At leastwas feeling like the ‘mad we are putting the that is what I tell thecat lady’, he did make me husband.feel a bit better knowing Christmas tree thisthat I wasn’t the only ‘mad year as this is itsanimal person’ around. spot throughout December. This catworld.co.uk DECEMBER 2014 67

INTfRiOrsDtUlCeIgNaGlTpHEetWnOuRpLD’SW hilst many couples put in Blue Cross has announced the launch of the Pet Nup, place agreements to protect the pet equivalent of a pre-nuptial agreement, but their assets, Blue Cross with pet welfare at the heart of it.animalcharity is encouraging pet ownersto consider their beloved pets and sign A recent report* carried out by the ing over treasured pets had added to theup to this specially created document charity has revealed that more than one emotional turmoil of a divorce whileto plan for the pets’ future and avoid in four divorced couples in the UK has 66% admitted that a pre-agreed writ-heartache should their relationship come argued over the ownership of their pets ten agreement, stipulating at the outsetto an end[1]. when they split. Blue Cross figures show who would get ownership of pets and that marital conflict and relationship who would pay for what in the event of • Developed by specialist lawyers, breakdown has been the cause of almost a divorce, would have made the process a thousand pets given up to Blue Cross’ a lot less upsetting and they would have the document declares ownership, 12 rehoming centres over the past five argued less about it. responsibilities and rights in the years – an average of four a week. event of a relationship breakdown Dogs and cats were identified as the whilst keeping pet welfare at its The leading pet charity has part- most fought over pets followed by horses, nered with divorce lawyers, Lloyd Platt rabbits and guinea pigs. •heart & Company, in an attempt to stop the Almost two thirds admit that numbers of pets getting caught up in The free document, which can be arguing over cherished pets made marital disputes around the country and downloaded from the Blue Cross website lessen the stress and heartache for own- and has been developed in partnership •splitting up more difficult ers and pets alike. with legal divorce experts, sets out the Women are most likely to keep right of ownership in the event of a It comes as almost two thirds (62%) divorce or relationship breakdown and •the pet in the case of a break-up of those questioned revealed that argu- covers ongoing pet care. In addition, Blue Four pets taken in by Blue Cross every week following relationship breakdowns68 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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Kim’s world AT HOME WITH KIM ROGERS The darker and longer evenings of winter make us all feel a little sleepy and cats are no exceptionIhave had a busy month. The boys are Dedication the catnip at all, two were fairly inquisitive finally getting used to people; after nine and one went absolutely mad for it. So years they will now go outside if there I have been busy helping out at the much so that before I even had a chanceis a bit of noise and don’t always shoot Sanctuary lately. Firstly I helped fund raise to get the toys out of the bag, he followedupstairs when the doorbell rings. in a local supermarket to raise money me outside and jumped on my back to for the ‘Digs for Dogs’ appeal. I basically get to the bag full of toys. He was ecstatic There has been so much building work handed out leaflets, stickers and balloons when I gave him a toy full of the catnip.in the neighbourhood, they have had to and chatted to people about the Sanctuaryget used to it or they would never venture to drum up support and get the visitor All the cats really enjoyed it. Someoutside. It’s been going on now for years numbers up. rubbed the toy with their faces, some drib-but is getting closer and closer, so there- bled all over it, some held on with theirfore the noise is much louder. They went Lots of people stopped to chat and tell paws and cuddled them to their faces andoutside today with a disc cutter going next me about their pets which was nice. About some just kicked and kicked them beforedoor and they didn’t even look perturbed. ten or more volunteers turned up to help holding on to them and snoozing. They on a rainy Saturday which just shows how were all definitely smiling. I even put aAn old friend many people are dedicated to this great couple of toys in the section for the senior cause. I actually really enjoyed it. It was nice cats who I noticed began sniffing around, The weather is getting colder and they talking to shoppers about their pets; many trying to find where the catnip smell wasdon’t go out so much, especially when it is of them were rescued from the Sanctuarywindy. They don’t enjoy the wind buffeting so they had a real interest in coming from.their fur backwards. Tipp’s hates it and will the appeal. Then I went back intorun straight back indoors. I don’t like themto stay inside all day, even if they only go We raised nearly £400 so each pen and gave all theout for an hour; I think, like children, they it was well worth doing and cats nibbles and ham. Allneed some fresh air and exercise every day I am proud to have been the cats were very con-to keep them healthy. involved. tent that Sunday and I was smiling too as I made Why does the colder weather make us The purrfect treat(the cats too) tired? By 3pm I feel like I need my way back to the car.to close my eyes and have a catnap. They As the weather is getting My work here was done!are on totally opposite timings to me and colder and the cats in the For today anyway…are just getting up at 3pm and ask to go out Sanctuary are staying indoorsfor a walk around the garden. I think the a bit more, I put my thinking cap on to find Kim Rogers is an active volunteerclocks going back makes it harder to stay something that would keep them amused. at her local animal sanctuary.awake and because it gets dark earlier, our After many ideas that either weren’t practi- Ferne Animal Sanctuarybody clock feels that we should be relaxing cal or would have been very costly, I came Chard, Somerset TA20 3DHand curling up on the sofa quietly with our up with the idea of filling soft cat toys withpets. Their radiator beds are out of storage dried catnip and putting a couple in each www.ferneanimalsanctuary.organd back up. Tipp’s was in his before I could pen.fix it firmly into place. He doesn’t seem torealise that the heating needs to be on for I bought a big bag of dried catnipthe bed to get warm - he loves it regard- from the pet shop and carefully unpickedless. the stitching down the back of each toy, removing some of the filling and replacing with the catnip. Any toys that I couldn’t add catnip to, I decided to just rub into the fresh catnip that is growing outside the Main Reception on my way in. I had all the toys in a little plastic bag along with my usual treat of ham and some nibbles as well. The first pen I went into had four cats in. One wasn’t interested in70 DECEMBER 2014 catworld.co.uk

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BREEDERS DIRECTORYBOOK YOUR ADVERT OR SEARCH FOR KITTENS ONLINE AT WWW.CATWORLD.CO.UK*indicates ownership of a stud cat of the given breed/colour CAT Avon Berkshire CORNWALL It is recommended that kittens shouldBambino Bengals. ROSE VALLEY. Australian Mist Mareen Holden-Ritchie, be at least 13 weeksBeautiful spotted/roset- kittens. New breed to the Mullion Amoramist of age before goingted pedigree boys and girls. UK. Claimed to be the perfect Maine Coons - Based onVaccinated, microchipped, family cat. Special price to original USA Import. *Silver to a new homeregistered. Home reared. promote the breed. Spotted Tabby. *Brown MackerelAvailable as loving pets. or marbelled in six colours. Tabby. Breeding silver and TIPSTelephone Barbara on Tel 0118 9811109. Also brown tabby lines with or01747 826667 Burmese kittens without white Amoramist Mrs Elinor M B Herbertwww.bambinobengals.co.uk Persians and Colourpoints - Kirkcaldy Elfentanz.email: [email protected] Cheshire (Winner of Supreme) breeding Norwegian Forest Cats - Chocolate lines. Persians - Brown Tabby, Brown Tabby/KERNMERE BRITISH BLUES, Alison Newman. Oakmere Selfs CPC. White, Blue, Black.Creams, Silvers, Colourpoints, Hall Amigamia Bengals All PKD negative and reared 01592 267002Chocolates, Lilacs, Bi-colour, and Ragdolls. Family underfoot. 01326 240907 [email protected]. Tel: 02476 681335 reared indoors, well social- mareenholdenritchie@yahoo. www.elfentanznfc.co.ukMobile: 07751 572362 ised, affectionate from multi co.uk www.amoramist.comEmail: jeanette.Knapp@ champion lines. GCCF/TICA Gloucesterbtinternet.com ref TBRCC/PBRCC VACC/INS. EssexWeb: www.kernmere-cats.com www.amigamia.co.uk Mid- Gazzella. Burmillas & Asian Cheshire 01606-883528. Mrs Sue Bloxham, Colchester. Smokes - Experienced breeder. Woozles. Sphynx - Happy Cats tested PKD negativefaOccitcatfile outgoing personalities. Indoor Home reared, vaccinated and homes. Various colours. micro-chipped kittens some- 01621 815769 times available. See website [email protected] for current details. www.woozles.uk.com Gloucester 07507 649294. [email protected] FIFE www.gazzellacats.co.uk Alnakeed Sphynx world HERTFORDSHIRE Champion babies to loving indoor homes. Kittens often Ms Marjorie Davidson-Smith, available. All colours including Hatfield. Ootha. *Siamese, Lilac. Tel: 01383-721311/07939 Foreign White & Oriental SH. 116861. [email protected]. Kittens sometimes available. Find me on Facebook under 01707 264450 Carole Langham. [email protected]: Manmade, USA CAT Leahsblues. British Shorthair - Blues, Blue Points, Chocolates,Size: Medium to large Do not accept a . Maine Coons - Silvers, Blues, poorly kitten. Torties & Reds. Reg/Vacc/Ins.Coat Length: Short, satin Coat Colours: Brown, Choco- It should be 01442 236860/07866 266477.late, Cinnamon, Lilac Fawn and Silvers - all spotted. bright and alert [email protected]. with clean skin and co.ukGrooming: Easy coat. No sneezing web: www.leahsblues.com or runny eyes.Vocal: Medium LINCOLNSHIRE TIPSEnergy: High Mrs P A Pallister, Sleaford. Penwynkatz Burmese.Average Litter Size: 6Temperament: Intelligent, playful, curious, loves com-pany, including that of children and other pets. THE LEADING BREED-BY-BREED GUIDE TO CATS & KITTENS FOR SALE76 december 2014 catworld.co.uk

BREEDERS DIRECTORYBOOK YOUR ADVERT OR SEARCH FOR KITTENS ONLINE AT WWW.CATWORLD.CO.UK Advice for the Cream*, Chocolate*, all col- CAT Reg/Vac/Ins.flea & worm treat- first time ours possible. Home reared ed. Parents can be seen. with children and dogs. Always see a kitten 01495 785546 kitten buyer 01529 302236 in its own home. [email protected] [email protected] It should not beHere at Cat World we take brought to you suffolkevery care to ensure that MANCHESTER to viewall those represented in Mrs Ann V C Mott Bury Stour pages are reputable Koorahk Korats often TIPS Edmunds Jandouglen.breeders. have kittens available. Home *Birmans - Seals, Blues, reared with love. Registered, 01832 720359 Chocolates, Lilacs, Reds. AlsoHowever, to help ensure you Vaccinated, Insured, [email protected] Tabbies in these colours.are buying your precious Microchipped. Own stud. www.lunaris.uk.com 01359 221200kitten from the best possible Tel 0161 281 6482. Email: [email protected], there are several koorahk_korats34@hotmail. SOUTH WALES www.ann.mott.freeuk.comimportant points you should com Web: www.koorahkko-be aware of: ratsdirect.co.uk Mrs Betty Williams Pontypool SURREY Crowvalley. F.A.B. Listed•The GCCF recommend that NORTHAMPTONSHIRE cattery breeder of British CATBALU BRITISH, Selkirk Shorthair Silver Tabby/Spotted Rex, Scottish Fold. Self,all kittens are house-trained, Mrs Jean Brown Aldwincle and Black Smoke. All kittens Bi-Colour, Tortie, Chocolate,vaccinated and in good Lunaris. Maine Coons are home reared with Ped/ Lilac, Cinnamon.health before being placed - Quality home reared kit- 01932-886728 email:in new homes. If a kitten tens sometimes available to [email protected]’t look healthy don’t approved homes. web: www.catbalu.combuy it, no matter how cute itseems. NoNrewxt iessgueian Forest•Beware of buying under- Breed profile - January issue 442age kittens. No reputablebreeder will sell a kitten To advertise your Norwegian Forest call Maria now on 01903 884988under 13 weeks of age. or email [email protected]•Your kitten’s pedigreeshould show at least fourgenerations. You can askto see the pedigree at theoutset, and make sure youget a copy when you collectyour new kitten.•Ensure you are also givenregistration documents, atransfer of ownership form,and vaccination certificates.•You should also collect adiet sheet outlining the typesof food the kitten is used to,and the appropriate times offeeding.•Most importantly, be sureto check that your kitten’spaperwork is in order at thetime of purchase, and checkthat you fully understand theconditions of sale.Closing date for january issue no. 442: Noon, 25 november catworld.co.uk december 2014 77

BREEDERS DIRECTORYBOOK YOUR ADVERT OR SEARCH FOR KITTENS ONLINE AT WWW.CATWORLD.CO.UK WARWiCKsHiRe YoRKsHiRe Upgrade to a CATmrs Pat Westwood Henley in mrs Jeanette Fitzpatrick TcOaPts Do not bring aArden mobile: 07909 684866. emeRisle CATs. Ragdolls new kitten intoFARisle RAgdolls - Blues, - all patterns & colours. advertisement - see page 51 a home whereseals, & Tabbies for breeding, *seal Colourpoint, *Blue or call maria on family routineshow and pets. Kittens raised Colourpoint, *seal Bi-Colour,in the home. *Cream, *seal mitted, *Blue 01903 884988 email: is about to01564 792560 07909 mitted. *Tiffanies. *scottish [email protected] be disrupted684866 [email protected] Fold. *British shorthair .www.farisle.co.uk TBRCC or PRBCC Breeder of TIPS the year 1999- 2011. WesT midlAnds TBRCC breeder of the AFRPPOOMNSTLTYOHREE BEGINNING top Ragdoll 1993, 1995/96. £5.49 CAT BREEDINGlARniKAT. British shorthairs Best opposite sex 1995/96.kittens, Colourpoints in all Breeder of supreme show Now available from the app store is ourcolours, + Tabby Colourpoints, 1999 Top Ragdoll & sire of brand new app Beginning Cat Breeding,selfs in Blues and lilacs, some- the first Ragdoll to win the perfect for cat lovers everywhere lookingtimes spotties and Tabbies. UK grand Title 2003. to take their first steps into the excitingReg/vacc/ins. Breeder of the Best kitten, world of breeding. Complete with interactiveHome-reared. PKd- adult & neuter 1999-2003. galleries and videos, we’ve got everythingnegative tested. established 26 years - our you’ll need to get started, from selecting01922-620505.W.midlands. beautiful cats feature on your breed right up to [email protected] ‘its a Cats life’ video, At only £5.99 you’d be made to miss it!www.larnikat.com appeared on granada live Tv and photographs regularly Kindle users need not be disappointed. Call Elizabeth on feature in all cat magazines. We’re available on Amazon. 01903 884988 or email 01943 461852 07774 650217 [email protected] fitzpatrick.jeanette@googlemail. or see page 75 more details com www.emerisle-cats.co.uk 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 DECEmBER 2014 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 Winnie-Niger 15) Blood Group B 01608 810631 email: Marian Denyer Sussex Carries Lilac and Chocolate Sussex [email protected] 07946716424. EmailGorgeous chunky silver boy 07713270755 [email protected](carrying gold). Good type and 27B CHOCOLATE BURMESEeye colour, fabulous temperement. 15D RED SELF BSH 66W SEAL POINT MITTED RAGDOLLDNA PKD and FELV negative, fully Gr Ch. Chathera Catotigernos.vaccinated. Limited availability to Achuri Erik. Gr Ch Satinmist Sire Prefere Chocolate Rondo Ch Willowbeck Wolfexperienced, tested and vaccinated Apollo (15) x Achuri Iolanthe (31f). (27b) x G Ch Chathera Mirranda Ofemerisle. Adentlo Ambrosequeens. 07709772938 Five Merits. Blood Group A. (27c) Super temperament. Ofemerisle (66w) x [email protected] Sire of many winners. Carries Blue. Approved tested Mistee Morn (66a). Stunning large Miss R. M. Stiles. DEVON. queens only. boy of superb original Ragdoll 13C1 BIRMAN SEAL POINT 01803 327811. Mrs P. A Pallister. LINCOLNSHIRE. type. Heart tested normal for 01529 302236. Email MYBPC3 gene and FELV & FIVFoye Champagne Charlie13c1. 16 BLUE BSH [email protected] neg. Faultless temperament, gentle(Blood group B). Sire Ch.Caroona and patient with novice queens.Toujour Lamour 13c1, Dam Vinery Devon (Sheephouse 27F CREAM BURMESE Deep, deep blue eyes finish offCh.Foye Morsi de Luce 13c1. SunnyJim 31d x Westways this perfect boy. Stud and kittenCharlie has excellent type and AzureLatte 28) Blood Group AB UK Gr Ch Penwynkatz Creme enquiries.temperament. Also very good Carries Lilac and Chocolate Sussex Delight. Sire UK & Imp G Ch Mrs J. Fitzpatrick. YORKSHIRE.eye colour. Supervised matings. 07713 270755 Chathera Coolcolombo (27c) x 01943 461852 or 07774 650217.Snowqueen Birmans Ch Oakford Amira (27j) Super email: fitzpatrick.jeanette@ Achuri Meconopsis. Champion temperaments. Lilac Based. googlemail.com0117 9682929 Achuri Meconopsis Miletree Approved tested queens only.mobile 07970 012020. Email Tushka (16) x Achuri Mayqueen Mrs P.A. Pallister. LINCOLNSHIRE. 76B30 BLUE-EYED SNOW [email protected]. BRISTOL. (16) blood group A. Tested 01529 302236. Email: queens only. Lovely eye colour. [email protected] Jetspots Mr Bombastic. BenlotteDemilune Jenicol Jackson Friendly gentle temperament. Crescendo (76a30) x Karsuka(13C1) (blood group “A”). Sire Miss R M Stiles. DEVON. 31D RED/WHITE BI.COL. BSH Suneta Sharma (76b30). BigShantatal Jackofhearts 13C1. Dam 01803 327811 beautiful boy, extremely gentle,Adfurlo Angeleyes 13C2 J.J (short Sheephouse Sunny Jim. Catbalu brand new stud quarters and fullyname) has excellent pedigree 19 RED TABBY BSH Macduff (31f) x Sheephouse supervised matings. Tested queensbreeding seal and blue lines only. Speciality (21b). Supervised only. GCCF & TICA registered.Supervised mating’s. Baritophanie Merlin (19) GCh matings. Limited stud. Mrs Davida Bemister. DORSET/Contact Mrs Viv Green Vectensian Red Admiral (19) x Jenny Vaughan. EAST SUSSEX. HAMPSHIRE BORDER.01379 898884 or email: Dubolly Brilliant Red (19). Very 01825 840236. Email: Email: [email protected]@btinternet.com loving and gentle boy. [email protected] www.bootyliciouscats.co.uk.area Suffolk/Norfolk. Margaret Wood. Middx. 01202 479439. 0208 894 3544. 31F CREAM & WHITE BSHGrand CH, Snowqueen Charles [email protected] RAGDOLLSLafitte 13C1 (Blood group“A”). Vinery Cattuccino (SheephouseSire Foye Champagne Charlie 27 BROWN BURMESE SunnyJim 31d X Westways Emerisle (various boys, some13C1. Dam Snowqueen Jasmine AzureLatte 28) Blood Group A are titled). All active boys heart13C2. Charlie has excellent type Ch Chinkara Joe Brown. Sussex 07713 270755 tested normal for MYBPC3 geneand temperament also very good Planxty Dragonheart (27) x Gr Ch and FELV & FIV neg. All have fabu-blue eye colour. Supervised mat- Chinkara MixnMatch (27e). 54 GOLDEN PERSIAN LH lous size, type, temperament anding’s. Contact Mrs Viv Green Carries Blue and Chocolate. eye-colour. All patterns in Cream,01379 898884. Email: Approved tested queens only. Admewlo Charlie Boy. Adentlo Blue & Seal,[email protected] Mrs Carolyn Clark. ESSEX. Golden Billyboy (54) x Adentlo Mrs Jeanette Fitzpatrick. 01206 331376. email: Dillylilly (10). Hand-some, friendly, YORKSHIRE. 01943 461852/13C12 BIRMAN BLUE TABBY POINT [email protected] affectionate. Sires beautiful kittens. 07774-650217.Email: fitzpatrick. Mrs Shakides. [email protected] Jandouglen Cuil Lodair. 27C LILAC BURMESE KENT. 01322 280795.Ch Camulodunum Jandouglen Email: shaklaw@ntl world.com SNOWSHOE - SEALBen 13c12 x Camulodunum UK & Imp Gr Ch Anokhi BoyLadyoftiree 13c2 carries dilute. George. IGR Ch Anokhi Master- MAINE COON Ferry Vom Friedewald.Super temperament. blaster (27a) x UK Gr Ch Mainman Snowangels Hitop Sneakers (83w)Supervised matings. Kissangel (27b). Supervised matings Acoonamatata Fire in the Sky. x Southpole Xshu Xshu (83aw).Mrs Ann Mott, Suffolk to recently tested queens. Luxury Gr Ch Acoonamatata Quiff Riley Gentle affectionate boy.01359 221200. stud-house. An experienced gentle 64 43 fsw Mullycoonz Sapphire Siring top quality kittens.Email: [email protected] boy siring healthy kittens of superb Mist 64 18g. Gentle experienced Mollie Southall. WARWICKSHIRE. type & temperament including boy. HCM negative. Supervised 01926 402937. Email; 15 BLACK BSH show winners. matings. Limited stud. 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