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Teach Children How to Hold a CatI have heard many cat owners say their cat does not like to be held by their children and what are they to do? Children do not innately know how to properly hold a cat, recognize when the cat has had enough, or when to allow a cat “space and alone time”. Here are … Read More

Ten Tips for Coping With Pet Lossby Moira Anderson Allen, M.Ed. ©  Pet Loss Support Website (Used With Permission) Anyone who considers a pet a beloved friend, companion, or family member knows the intense pain that accompanies the loss of that friend. Following are some tips on coping with that grief, and with the difficult decisions one faces upon the loss … Read More

The Evolution of a Cat ShowIn the late 1500’s, enthusiastic cat owners gathered in the town of Winchester, England and held a “show” to compare their cats. Of course, this exhibition at the local fair was nothing like our cat shows of today. The winner of the competition in 1598 at the St. Giles Fair was not awarded best of … Read More

The Harsh Truth About Why Our Sport is DyingBy:   Drew Deaton Website Facebook page Contact Drew Recently I have read several very well written articles on the “fall” of Dog Shows as a sport. The reasons targeted in these articles were all correct, they are all problems that do reside in our sport and it certainly would be nice … Read More

The Informed Kitten BuyerYou think you would like to get a Persian kitten? There are many ways to go about getting a Persian. First and foremost, look for a reputable breeder (Click here for what makes a reputable or responsible Persian kitten breeder) and avoid pet stores, etc. Finding the right kitten for you is a process that requires patience … Read More

The Legend of Rainbow BridgeFrom the book, The Legend of Rainbow Bridge by William N. Britton Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When a pet dies who has been especially close to a person here on earth, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are beautiful meadows and grassy hills there for all our special … Read More

Toilet Training a Cat© Pelaqita Persians Training a cat to use the toilet is entirely dependent on the personality of the individual cat (i.e., how social the cat is and his response to praise). The individual cat’s personality has a direct correlation with how long it will take to toilet train the cat which may take between 2 weeks and … Read More

Top Cat Sites We all know that cats rule the Internet as shown by their full command over our homes and hearts. There is a good reason that feline cuteness is everywhere on the Internet. Whether it is a cat playing a piano video, a cat cleaning a napping baby, or a sleeping kitten picture …. it just adds a … Read More

WarningFirst, it is important to understand what the breed standard is for a Persian cat before we talk about what a “toy” or “teacup” or “Munchkin” Persian is. According to the Cat Fanciers’ Association Persian Breed Standard “the ideal Persian should present an impression of a heavily boned … and … of cobby type, low on the legs, broad and … Read More

Travel Guide for Cats© Pelaqita PersiansPreparing Your Persian Cat for TravelBy:   Annie Malcolm © All Rights Reserved. While Persian cats may typically be placid in nature, travelling can still prove to be a challenge. In general, cats do not enjoy travelling. As creatures of habit, they prefer the safety and familiarity of their home. But with adequate preparation, it … Read More