Harmony in a house of cats
Apparently, cats are like potato chips. Stopping at just one isn't easy... more
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Tonkinese
This hybrid of the Siamese and Burmese was first developed in Canada in the 1960s and the Canadian Cat Association was the first registering body in the world to accord it full recognition. The Tonkinese carries one Siamese and one Burmese gene and its physical traits reflect those two parent breeds.more
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At overloaded shelters, summer is 'cat season'; some turn to giveaways
Provided by: The Canadian PressAt overloaded shelters, summer is 'cat season'; some turn to giveaways ... more »
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Toronto Zoo's Charles the gorilla to pick son's name through his snacks
Provided by: .By Allison Jones, The Canadian PressTORONTO - For some parents the process of selecting their child's name is filled with long discussions, baby name books and never-ending lists, but for Charles the gorilla it will be as easy as choosing his morning snac ... more »
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After 50 years of mistaken identity, US zoo discovers Mary the tortoise is male
Provided by: .By The Associated PressCLEVELAND - Zookeepers in Cleveland are the ones feeling slow because after more than 50 years, they've discovered a tortoise they call "Mary" is actually male.Officials at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo say it can be tough ... more »
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Cat's demise prompts rumours of Thatcher death, causes fur to fly
Provided by: .By Joan Bryden, The Canadian PressOTTAWA - A brief message about a felled feline really caused the fur to fly this week, prompting erroneous rumours about the demise of no less than Margaret Thatcher.The brouhaha at a gala Toronto tribute to Canada's mili ... more »
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Researchers grow new tissues to help rabbits hop to it: Might aid men some
Provided by: .By The Canadian PressNot that rabbits are known for this problem but researchers conducting animal studies in the United States have successfully grown replacement penile erectile tissue for bunnies in the lab.After implanting the replacement tissue, rabb ... more »
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Trick-or-treaters on Hudson Bay get helicopter escort, polar bear patrol
Provided by: .By The Canadian PressCHURCHILL, Man. - Most trick-or-treaters are well-versed in Halloween safety: travel in groups, wear colourful clothing and only stop at brightly lit homes.But kids in Churchill, Man., need to keep in mind they have more to worry abou ... more »
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Purr-fect ending: Australian cat that strayed 2,400 miles is reunited with owner after 3 years
Provided by: .By The Associated PressHOBART, Australia - A cat named Clyde was reunited with his owner on Wednesday after a mysterious three-year odyssey in which the long-haired Himalayan strayed 2,400 miles (3,800 kilometres) into the Australian Outback.Ashleigh S ... more »
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Teaching kids how to interact with kitty
Provided by: .Cats and kids can develop wonderful relationships ? and it starts with trust. Here some tips to begin the process. Follow feline etiquette. When two familiar cats greet each other they engage in nose-to-nose sniffing. It?s afte ... more »
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Eileen, or maybe Vivian? The new trend in pet naming
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Matching Up Cats and Seniors
Provided by: The Daily CatVolunteering as an adoption counselor at a local animal shelter gives me the opportunity to match up the perfect pet with the perfect person. I meet countless people looking for a feline friend, and many are senior citizens. Many seniors have reached a ti ... more »
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Shop Cats Work Hard to Boost Business
Provided by: The Daily CatAccording to Doc Susan, who works part-time at Moby Dickens, an independent bookstore in Taos, New Mexico, the resident cat is a big attraction. "We have a lot of people who come in just to see Ruby," she says. "They don't even buy books - ... more »
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Bringing the outdoors inside
Here’s how you can engage all five of your feline’s senses in the cozy comfort of your own home. more