Anatomy Of A Pregnant Cat
January 29, 2023
Every breeder should be able to envision what is going on beneath the surface of their pregnant cat.
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Anatomy of the Cat
Cat Facts
February 11, 2022
Hebrew folklore believes that cats came about because Noah was afraid that rats might eat all the food on the ark. He prayed to God for help. God responded by making the lion snort forth a giant sneeze — and out came a little cat.
Cat’s Pupils
May 1, 2024
Have you ever wondered why the pupil of a cat's eyes becomes a vertical slit when it contracts, while most other mammals, including humans, all have eyes that contract to a tiny circle?
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Claws Of A Cat
April 10, 2019
This article tells you all everything you wanted to know about your cat's claws, but were afraid to ask . . .
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Cow Hocks In The Cat
July 15, 2025
Cow hocks are a conformation fault of the hind legs. This article includes diagrams, descriptions and protocols for improving the condition.
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Dewclaws On The Hind Legs Of A Cat
April 1, 2024
Occasionally a kitten is born with dewclaws on its hind legs. These extra "toes" can pose a problem that should be addressed.
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Diaphragmatic Hernia In A Cat
March 19, 2019
A diaphragmatic hernia is a hole in the diaphragm that allows the abdominal contents to move into the chest cavity. It is the second most common type of hernia in cats.
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Double Nails In A Cat
February 1, 2025
Occasionally, a cat will have two nails coming from a single toe. It has double nails. There are several reasons why double nails might occur, but it usually involves a simple anomaly that occurs during the development of the embryo.
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Enlarging Small Nostrils On A Persian Cat
March 14, 2017
More common with Persians and Exotics, any cat breeder can produce a cat with small nostrils. But there is no reason for cats with this problem to suffer. Easy, inexpensive laser surgery can make the cat more comfortable overnight. See the results of this surgery in "before and after" photos.
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Internal Organs Of The Cat
April 15, 2025
It is helpful for the serious breeder to have a basic knowledge of the placement and relative positioning of the major organs of the cat.
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Kitty’s Teeth: More Than A Pretty Smile
March 8, 2018
Your cat's teeth are important to your cat's general health. Understand the basics of the anatomy & development of your kitten's teeth from babyhood to mature adult.
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Male Cat’s Urinary & Reproductive Systems
April 23, 2017
Knowing the location and function of the organs associated with the urinary tract and reproduction of the male cat is not just a topic of interest to the cat breeder. This knowledge may save your cat's life.
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Parts Of The Cat
January 5, 2016
Before you can begin to analyze the structure of your cat, you need to know the names of various parts of the cat and the terminology generally used in breed standards and/or a discussion of the quality of an individual feline.
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Sexing A Kitten: Part 1
February 7, 2020
Determining the sex of a newborn kitten is not always as simple as it sounds. Compare photos of young male and female kittens and learn what to look for.
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Sexing A Kitten: Part 2
February 7, 2020
Because many breeders feel challenged when sexing their kittens, it is helpful to review the differences (and view illustrations) that occur in the genitals between the young kitten and an adult cat of each sex.
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Skeletal System Of The Cat
September 8, 2020
While a cat breeder needn't to know as much as a veterinarian about a feline skeleton, a rudimentary knowledge of the structures will help assess situations, from possible broken bones to hereditary problems.
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Stud Cat & The Neuter Compare “Equipment”
September 8, 2015
Let's not be too indelicate, but there is a distinctive difference between the working "equipment" of a stud cat and a neutered kitty that goes beyond whether or not a boy has pom-poms. This "other difference" can be used to determine when a recently neutered cat can be allowed to be with girls without the risk of a surprise litter.
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The Cat’s Tongue
June 8, 2016
The unique anatomy of the feline tongue is responsible for its sandpaper texture and exceptional sense of taste.
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Undescended Testicles In A Cat
December 1, 2024
Cryptorchidism is a syndrome in which one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum of the male cat. A monorchid refers to a male having only one testicle.
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