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Expert: - 3/27/2011


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Hello Ali
Thanx for giving us time to get benefit of ur experience
i have a cat and i really wanna know what breed he belongs to and what r his common features and behaviors
i wanna know the best ways to deal with him and make him active as much as possible
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thank you again

Answer
Mrmr,

Although I'm not an expert on purebred cats by any means I'd say that your 1st kitty has some Exotic somewhere in his ancestry. Ultimately there's nothing different about keeping a cat with purebred or mixed heritage active and healthy than there is for your average mixed breed 'heinz 57' type cats active and healthy. Ideally you'll want to feed a proper diet (check out catinfo.org for more information on this topic), provide plenty of suitable, safe toys for independent play, make sure to use toys designed for interactive play and spend at least 30 minutes each day (this can be broken up into shorter sessions for cats who get bored easily or are older and tire easily) playing interactively with your kitty. Regular veterinary care is important as well, cats should see a vet at least once each year for a thorough check up, and it's also not a bad idea to become well acquainted with your cat's body by gently running your hands over every part of him daily - that way you'll notice subtle changes in his body sooner which means he can be treated for illnesses sooner rather than later. It's also important to keep an eye on your cat's food and water consumption as well as sleep habits, litter box habits, play habits, etc because subtle changes can indicate early signs of illness or chronic health issues such as arthritis. If you are having specific issues with your kitty that you'd like me to address I'd be more than happy to do that, just send them my way. If you have any further cat related questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me again.

Kind regards,

Ali
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I am the proud guardian of 5 mixed breed cats ranging from 12 weeks to 13 years old and one purebred ragdoll. I have 20+ years experience working with mixed breed cats from a variety of different situations. I have fostered cats/kittens with special needs/behavioral issues. I have rescued/rehabilitated/re-homed a variety of stray/abused cats. I can offer advice on managing feral cat colonies, rehabilitating strays and finding them forever homes. I can help you to determine whether a cat is stray or feral, there IS a significant difference. Improperly introducing a new cat/kitten can result in aggression between newly introduced cats because cats are territorial by nature and they don't like sudden changes in their environment. To learn more about a peaceful way to introduce a new cat into a home with other cats please check out my previous answers on this subject. Proper nutrition for cats can be confusing, I recommend checking out catinfo.org which was created by a veterinarian (Dr. Lisa Pierson) who takes a common sense approach to explaining feline nutrition. Cat behavior and instincts are different from those of humans, I can help you understand your cat's needs so that you can meet them adequately and have a balanced, psychologically and physically sound kitty. Cats vary in personality, energy level and intelligence, different approaches may be required to achieve results in terms of training and interaction with your feline companion. An intelligent, high energy cat must be kept busy or they will make their own fun. I am NOT a licensed veterinarian and I can't offer medical advice. If your cat is ill/injured my advice is always the same: get prompt medical treatment provided by a veterinarian. If finances are an issue I will try to find resources in your area that can help with medical costs or make other choices to ensure the welfare of your cat.

Experience

I have fostered feral and stray cats, rehabilitated and homed cats that many people recommended euthanasia for. I am willing to make an effort to do the research and ask questions because I care enough to find solutions to behavioral problems rather than giving up. I have an interest in the use of alternative therapies to help provide the best possible care for all cats and I can say in all honesty that I've seen some incredible things happen for some incredible cats and their human caregivers when the right alternative therapeutic modality is used by a qualified veterinarian with expertise and experience in the field.

Education/Credentials
I've earned my diploma as a veterinary assistant with honors.

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