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Exotic Shorthaired Cat
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The Guide to Owning an Exotic Shorthair Cat Author: Karen Commings; £4.76 |
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Guide to Owning an Exotic Shorthair Cat Author: Karen Commings; £21.94 |
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The Exotic Cat Author: Joanne Mattern; |
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Exotic Shorthair Author: Stuart A. Kallen; £12.26 |
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The Exotic Shorthaired Cats Author: Karen L. Davis; |
ST.FRANCIS HOSPICE FOR CATS
Registered Charity No 1062053
St. Francis Hospice for Cats is not a re-homing centre, but a registered hospice
for chronically sick and elderly cats. The Hospice look after around 80 cats,
whilst also caring for a feral colony in the Derby area. They are included here
as they are desperately in need of donations and sponsors, to enable them carry
on with their invaluable work. You could make a real difference by sending a
donation, however small. If you are in the Derby area, perhaps you could lend a
hand with a fund-raising event? You can contact the hospice as above, or visit
their web site for more details of their work.
Indoor Homes Needed: St.
Francis Hospice is looking for loving homes for cats in their care who are
carrying FIV, but who are otherwise healthy. The Hospice is happy to pick up any
future vet bills. Please Note: These cats will need to be 'indoor' cats only.
3 Sapperton Close, Littleover, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 7NX
Tel: 01332 272139
Email: stfrancis@derbycounty.co.uk
Website: www.paws.eu.com
Exotic Cat
Boarding
At holiday time it may be possible to arrange for a friend, neighbour, or relative to visit your house two or three times a day to tend to your cat. Provided such regular attention is guaranteed this is acceptable since cats prefer to remain in their own home. It is not a good idea to move the cat to someone else's home from which it may immediately try to escape.
The alternative is to place your cat at a good boarding cattery. In choosing a boarding cattery make sure you visit the establishment first and check that the following criteria are met:
- Staffing: enough to ensure personalised attention for your cat;
- Security: adequate precautions against the possibility of escape;
- Hygiene: evidence of cleanliness and no smell;
- Accommodation: dry, clean and sheltered, with heating provided for cooler months;
- Exercise: facilities which allow for some exercise, preferably with climbing capacity and caged outside access.
- A good boarding establishment will always ensure cats have correct vaccinations.
Health
Signs of Health
A healthy cat should display the following signs of heath:
- Demeanour: watchful - even at rest; quickly responsive to sounds; quiet and contented;
- Movement: free movement and agile; no lameness;
- Appetite: good; no vomiting;
- Breathing: even and quiet with no coughing;
- Coat: clean, well groomed and glossy; free from parasites and dirt;
- Ears: pricked to catch sound; no discharge or irritation;
- Eyes: clear; no discharge or inflammation.
Cats and kittens can become ill quite rapidly. This is usually characterised by lethargy and a failure to eat or drink. If your cat appears unwell for any reason, consult your veterinarian immediately.
Exotic Cat
Cat Books
Complete Book of Cat Breeding
Synopsis
Covers all aspects of cat breeding for both novice and experienced breeders, discussing breeding stock, the breeding process, potential problems, normal and assisted births, and neonatal kitten care. breeders.