http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo Pet Care Information for the Pets in Your Life Fri, 08 Aug 2008 20:13:11 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en By L Johnson When many of us think of Aspirin, we think of a very common medication that is found in a lot of homes; almost everyone has heard of Aspirin, and many of us have had to take it on occasions, for pain or some other complaint. It is a commonly found household medication ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/aspirin-toxicity-in-your-cat/ By Matthew Yoho Cat breeding is an expensive undertaking both as far as the money it costs and the time it takes. It's important to realize that cat breeding is serious business and cannot be done well without a lot of effort. The first thing you need to do if you want to get into ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/cat-breeding-basics/ By Matthew Hick If you have ever tried to train a cat or any pet, you have probably realized that it isn't the simplest process. Training a cat is not the same thing as training a dog, as cats are not performance pets like dogs can be. There are three rules to follow when training ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/cat-training-the-basics/ By Michelle Bery Part of the responsibility of pet ownership is the care and feeding of our animal friends. For cat owners, appropriate feline care can greatly increase the health of our cats and extend their lives significantly. Subsequently, choosing the appropriate cat food – based on breed and size - is of the utmost importance ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/the-importance-of-appropriate-cat-food/ By Mike Jensy Ragdolls are large cats with pretty blue eyes and soft bushy tails. They do not have extreme features. A male ragdoll cat may reach over 20 pounds and a female cat reaches as high as 15 pounds. Their coats are soft and feel much like cashmere. Ragdolls have four different types of ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/are-you-considering-buying-a-ragdoll-cat/ By Sharon Cowherd Have you ever wondered what your cat is feeling? Did you know that you can tell by the movement of their tail? A cat will convey their emotions through a simple motion of their tale. Just as we can show our feelings without talking through our body language, cats do ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/a-cat%e2%80%99s-tail-tells-all/ By David P Lee Cats are very interesting animals. They have certain behavioral habits which, although confusing to their owners, have explanatory reasons. One such act is purring. People wonder why their pets purr – does it just mean they are happy or is there more to it than that? Why do cats purr Cats communication using ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/why-does-my-cat-do-strange-things/ By Gregory Podsakoff As all cat owners know, a feline can be a wonderful addition to any family. One of the most basic aspects of cat ownership is proper health care for the cat. Health care for a cat encompasses a wide array of vaccine shots, flea protection, vet visits, medications, and even proper exercise. However, ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/how-to-choose-the-right-cat-food/ By David P Lee Well you finally got that special kitty you have been wanting. In preparation you have bought all the little things your kitten will need; toys, a bed, food and a litter box. The little dream is more than you could ask for, cute, fuzzy and loving. Then you begin to notice ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/cat-climbing-tree-getting-the-most-out-of-them/ By Chris Snow There are a number of cat behaviors that may indicate your cat has a problem that could require a trip to the veterinarian, or they may just mean the cat needs some training. A kitten that grinds its teeth could have an improper bite, while an older cat that has started teeth-grinding ... http://www.barniesbuddies.com/PetInfo/some-tips-to-help-in-training-your-cat/