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Do You Know the Cat Declawing Pros and Cons?
I was greeted by what looked like the owner of the joint, and managed to hold my breath. “Good morning,” I said. Following the introduction I waited while the lady I was supposed to report to appeared. A short little pregnant lady in scrubs came up the hall and the tour began. The hallway had to be about 50 feet long and there were doors to rooms that fishboned out. As I’m walking down the hall, I see nothing but tragedy to my left and right.
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Does Your Cat Need a Flea Collar?
Cat flea collars seem to have been a hot topic of discussion lately. There are pros and cons about different types of flea collars and of course, both sides say they are right.
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Posted by Bob Newman
Most cat owners find themselves in a quandary over whether or not to use a cat collar on their outdoor cats. The debate still reigns over the pros and cons of outfitting an outside cat with a collar, but many veterinarians and cat experts agree that collars are the best way to go. However, before you decide, take a look at these pros and cons:
Pros:
• Cat collars can hold identification and registration tags. This is critical in case your outdoor cat becomes lost or is picked up by a concerned individual. Also, collars can hold bells or other noise generating items to scare away potential prey.
• Many cat collars are equipped with reflective material. Whether the collar is made completely out of reflective material or only contains a small strip, this will help your cat to become more visible in the dark. Cats, especially those of dark color, can become invisible at night, which is a potentially dangerous situation.
Cons:
• Cat collars can easily snag and cause your cat to become hung or stuck on branches, fences, or anything else in the great outdoors. Some cats have actually been strangled when their collar has gotten caught and cut off the animal’s air supply.
• Your cat may not be comfortable wearing a collar or the collar may be too heavy for the animal.
Given these pros and cons, consider choosing a collar that will maximize the positives and minimize the negatives. For example, there are many collars on the market that are specially designed to break away or unclasp when the cat is hung. These collars are considered strangle-proof and release when approximately seven pounds of pressure is applied. This way, the cat can break him—or her—self free from any snare.
Furthermore, there are many different types of collars on the market. Bring your feline friend with you to the local pet-friendly pet store and try on several different types of collars until you find one that best fits. Avoid choosing a harness for outdoor cats unless you plan on walking the cat on a leash. If this is the case, only allow your cat to wear a harness while supervised, as most are not snare-proof.
On a whole, collars are encouraged on cats that spend their time outside and inside. In addition to providing visibility to your animal, the collar will hold valuable identification information that will protect your cat and assist you in finding your pet.
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