A process of killing animals because they are very ill, injured or contribute to pet overpopulation - the latter is a good reason to have your female cat spayed as early as possible.... ↪ Read more

A process that tames animals and their offspring, so that they may live in close contact with humans.... ↪ Read more

A surgical process that permanently removes the nails on an animal (British vets have unilaterally banned it by deciding they won't ever declaw except in cases of medical necessity, not to be encouraged elsewhere). DO NOT DECLAW Your Cats need their claws as their first line of defence - Maiming... ↪ Read more

Active during twilight hours - dawn and dusk.... ↪ Read more

Strong and involuntary contraction of the muscles.... ↪ Read more

Inflammation of the membrane on the inside surface of the eyes. Inflammation of the pink tissues (conjunctiva) surrounding the eye. Inflammation of the conjunctiva.... ↪ Read more

The milky fluid secreted from the mother's nipples, or mammary glands, for the first few days after birth. It is rich in protein and contains antibodies which initially protects the young kittens from disease.... ↪ Read more

Describes a cat's body type characterized by a large bone structure and rounded shape.... ↪ Read more

A distinguishing trait, quality or property (noun).... ↪ Read more

A loud, shrill cry.... ↪ Read more

Anti skid pads found on the wrists of the cat's front legs.... ↪ Read more

A coat pattern consisting of a mosaic blend of black and orange, plus patches of white.... ↪ Read more