New,Cat Self Cleaning Washing

Cat Genie Self Cleaning Washing Kitty Litter Box

1. Unique Pearl Gray self-flushing, self-washing cat box that maintains it
self

2. Uses permanent washable granules that never need changing

3. Ideal for homes with 2 to 3 cats over 6 months old

4. Measures 24 by 19 by 21 inches

5. Requires a 110 volt outlet

Instead of traditional litter, it uses permanent washable granules that never require changing, yet satisfy a cat's need to dig and cover. Liquids drain through the granules and solid waste gets scooped and liquefied, then both are flushed with fresh water down the drain. Touch a button or pre-set the timer to start the wash cycle. Using water and veterinarian-approved SaniSolution, the unit scours and sanitizes the granules and cat-box interior to eliminate germs and odors. Its built-in dryer completes the cycle by blowing hot air over the granules to dry them. The unit acts like a cat box, washes and dries like an appliance, and flushes waste out of the home like a toilet.

Cat Genie Self Flushing/Washing Litter Box Kitten & Cat

The innovative CatGenie Self Washing/Self Flushing Cat Box revolutionizes cat sanitation by eliminating the need to scoop, clean, and dispose of messy litter.

Waste removal is dust, germ, odor, and hassle-free!

Uses permanent, washable granules that are automatically washed and dried after each use.

Liquids drain through the granules and solid waste is scooped, liquefied, and deposited into the hopper where both are flushed with fresh water down any toilet or sink drain.

The CatGenie then dispenses a special SaniSolution to wash and disinfect the bowl and granules, while the GenieHand scoop aerates and the built-in hot air blower dries the sanitized granules.

Includes hardware for simple, one-time hookup to a water supply, 2 boxes of washable granules, 2 SaniSolution cartridges,T-adapters and instructions.

Requires a 110 volt outlet.

Pearl Gray and White unit measures 19" in diameter x 21"H x 23"D.

New, Automatic Auto Self Cleaning

Automatic Auto Self Cleaning Cat Kitty Litter Box

The unit quickly self-cleans, while controlling dust and containing odors. Simply roll the litter box to the right until the top touches the floor, and then roll it back to the upright position. The unit's internal mechanism deposits the clumped waste into the pullout waste tray for easy disposal. The system works only with clumping litter, and the waste tray separates clumped waste from clean litter, so clean litter is never thrown away. The litter box makes it easy to provide the cat not only with a clean litter box, but also with privacy due to the covered pan design. The litter box also helps save money--no more scoops, liners, or filters to buy. With a silver top and blue base, the litter box measures16-1/2 by 19 by 16 inches with a 7-by-7-1/2-inch opening

Automated Litter Box Self Cleaning Cat Small Animal

This self-cleaning litter box eliminates most odors while keeping the litter pleasingly fresh for tabby or other small animals. Great for ferrets, skunks or whatever critter you might have for a pet. It's ingenious in design: upon entering the box, your pet triggers a sensor; the sensor sets a timer that counts off 10 minutes; then a rake runs through the litter, scooping out clumps and depositing them in a plastic container at the box's end; the container is automatically sealed until the next pet visit, when the raking cycle opens the container for another deposit. Four reusable/disposable containers are included. The litter box can be plugged into a wall socket using the included AC adapter or operated on eight D-cell batteries, not included. For safety, the rake stops and reverses at the slightest touch if an object gets behind the rake while it's returning to its home position. If a pet re-enters the box before the initial 10 minutes have elapsed, the timer automatically resets. The litter box is made of hard plastic and measures 23-1/2 inches long, 16-1/2 inches wide, and 8-1/2 inches high with a detachable litter tray for cleaning ease.

Eyes

Eye Anatomy

Learn more about normal eye anatomy and common disorders of the eye and surrounding areas in the cat.

Accessory structures

The eye has many accessory structures present to ensure that it is protected and clean. These structures include the eyelids, eyelashes, lacrimal (tear) glands, and nictitating membrane. Most animals have three eyelids: the upper lid, lower lid, and nictitating membrane (third eyelid). The three eyelids and the surrounding conjunctiva lubricate, nourish, and protect the eyeball. The conjunctiva is the delicate membrane that lines the inside of the upper and lower lids and some outer portions of the eyeball. The nictitating membrane is clear and affords the eye extra protection, still allowing the animal to see through it. Large eyelashes are attached to the upper eyelids in most animals and help to keep dust particles from getting in the eye.

The eyelids serve much the same purpose, but they also have a blinking reflex to help spread tears and other lubricating oils over the cornea, plus cleanse it of dust and microscopic debris. Tears are produced by the lacrimal glands, and also contain lysozyme, an antibacterial enzyme. Tears exit the eye and its related structures through a small duct or opening at the inside corner of the eye, called the lacrimal or tear duct.

Eye anatomy

The eye has three main layers: the outer fibrous tunic, middle vascular tunic, and inner nervous tunic. The names are clues as to their basic structures and functions, but a closer look at the components of each layer will make understanding the mechanism of sight much easier.
Fibrous tunic: The fibrous tunic is the outermost layer of the eye. An opaque (not transparent) network of collagen (fibrous protein) and elastic fibers, called the "sclera," covers the posterior (back) three fourths of the eye. The sclera is tough and somewhat stretchy, like a thick balloon filled with the gelatinous contents of the eye. The rest of the fibrous tunic, the anterior (front) quarter of the eye, is a clear structure called the "cornea." It is made up of extremely thin layers of cells arranged in a unique fashion so the cornea is transparent. A normal cornea allows light to enter the eye.
Vascular tunic: The vascular tunic, as the name implies, is a network of blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients to the tissues of the eye. The actual area where this network is located is beneath the portion covered by the sclera and is called the "choroid." Anterior to the choroid is a circular structure called the "ciliary body." The ciliary body has muscles that act on suspensory ligaments called "zonules," which suspend the lens in the correct position. The ligaments are either taut or relaxed based on the action of the ciliary muscles. The tension on the ligaments changes the shape of the lens, depending on the distance of the object being viewed. This process is called "accommodation" and will be discussed in more detail in the following section. The iris is the colored portion of the eye. At its position in front of the ciliary body, it is the most anterior portion of the vascular tunic, and it divides the front portion of the eye into two chambers – the anterior and posterior chambers. The opening in the middle of the iris is called the "pupil," which appears as the dark center of the eye. The iris either dilates or constricts the pupil to regulate the amount of light entering the eye. In bright light the pupil will be small, but in dim light the pupil will be very large to let in as much light as possible.

Herpesvirus Infection of the Feline Eye
Veterinary & Aquatic Services Department, Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

Dr. Keith Collins, a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist, has treated many kittens and cats with eye disease caused by feline herpesvirus type 1 (FHV-1) infections. FHV-1 is the virus that causes rhinotracheitis in cats. FHV-1 usually infects young cats, but can remain dormant for years, and reappear if the cat is stressed, is on high doses of corticosteroids, has feline leukemia virus (FeLV) or feline immunodeficiency virus infection (FIV), or there is local irritation or bacterial infection of the eye. The most common eye conditions caused by FHV-1 are conjunctivitis and keratitis (inflammation of the cornea).
FHV-1 is one of the most common causes of conjunctivitis in cats. Young kittens are most commonly affected, with both eyes having considerable clear or cloudy discharge. In almost all cases, the kitten also has signs of a respiratory infection, such as nasal discharge. Oral ulcers are commonly present. In adult cats, often only one eye is affected, and there may be no respiratory signs. For treatment, antibiotic ointments are often used to prevent secondary bacterial infections. If the infection is severe, especially in a kitten, antiviral drugs are used.
FHV-1 is the most common cause of corneal ulcers in cats. Any cat with a corneal ulcer should be considered to have an FHV-1 infection until proven otherwise, and antiviral medication should begin immediately. Ulcers resulting from FHV-1 are generally not deep unless they become secondarily infected with bacteria, so antibiotics are generally included in the treatment. Ulcers of the eye are very painful, so affected cats are often treated with oral or injectable pain relievers, and atropine ointment, which dilates the eye and reduces pain.
Idoxuridine is a common antiviral agent used in cats. L-lysine, which is an amino acid, has been found to interfere with the replication of FHV-1. L-lysine is administered orally and its use in combination with idoxuridine is recommended as the first choice of therapies. If this combination is not effective, other drugs, alone or in combination, may be used. Some of these are very expensive, but may be necessary to save the cat's sight.
References and Further Reading
Collins, BK. Diagnosis and management of feline ocular herpesvirus. Presented at the 2002 Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association Convention, Milwaukee, WI. October 13, 2002.

Microphthalmia (Small Eyes)
Race Foster, DVMMarty Smith, DVMDrs. Foster & Smith, Inc.

The eyeball is comprised of several structures including the cornea, iris, lens, chambers, and the retina. The eyeball is located within the bony socket of the head and is partially protected by the three eyelids.
Microphthalmia is a condition in which the eyeball is smaller than normal. Usually, the internal structures of the eyeball are abnormal as well. Microphthalmia can occur in newborns whose mothers received certain medications during pregnancy. This is seen, for instance, in pregnant queens who were treated for ringworm with griseofulvin.
What are the symptoms?
The eyeball will appear smaller than normal for the breed. Signs of visual impairment will also be noticed.
What are the risks?
Many cats become visually impaired or completely blind.
What is the management?
There is no treatment, and affected individuals should not be bred.

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PetSave Cat

Kennel-Aire Playpen for Cats

This playpen gives kittens and cats a roomy and safe place to play, sleep and rest. Great for cats to safely spend time outdoors to enjoy the fresh air. Fleece Bench Covers - 2 Pk (each 8 x 24") also available.

Maine Coon

Maine Coon

That long coat is deceptively easy to care for. A good combing twice a week eliminates matting and reduces shedding and hairballs. Most will endure and many actually enjoy an occasional bath when introduced to the ritual as a kitten.

The classic Maine Coon is a brown tabby or brown tabby with white, but the breed is available in virtually every hue, with the exception of chocolate and lavender colors, or pointed or ticked tabby patterns. Their eyes are golden to green, though white Maine Coons can be blue or odd-eyed.

Bengal

Bengal The Exotic


The International Cat Association recognizes brown tabby, seal lynx point, seal sepia tabby and seal mink tabby colors, and spotted (single-colored spots or two-toned rosettes in a random pattern) and marble (random tabby markings minus the distinctive bull's eye) patterns

BEAUTIFUL HIMALAYAN

BEAUTIFUL HIMALAYAN

Like Persians, those longhaired coats come with a price. Combing for a few minutes everyday, as well as an occasional bath, will reduce matting, shedding and hairballs.

Himalayans are shown in shades of white to fawn, with point colors on the mask and extremities in the following hues: chocolate, seal, lilac, blue, red, cream tortie, blue-cream, chocolate-tortie, lilac-cream, seal lynx, blue lynx, red lynx, cream lynx, tortie lynx, blue-cream lynx, chocolate lynx, lilac lynx, chocolate-tortie lynx and lilac-cream lynx.

Basic Cat Health

Vaccinations
Vaccinations have done an outstanding job at decreasing the incidence of some very serious diseases. Years of vaccination have almost eliminated certain diseases. Recently we have begun to recognize the possible risks associated with vaccination and to question the need for annual boosters. Much data has been gathered that indicates that protection obtained from vaccination in many cases is adequate for more than one year. In extremely rare situations (2 in 10,000) a tumor can occur in the spot where a vaccine is given to a cat. This has been associated with the leukemia and rabies vaccines. In other cases, animals may have a sudden reaction where they vomit or their face swells. They can even die immediately or have an immune-mediated disease a few weeks after vaccination. These reactions are rare but can occur.

We would like your pet's vaccinations to be tailor-made for his/her lifestyle. We do not want them unprotected if exposed to certain diseases nor over vaccinated and incurring unnecessary risk of reactions. To better do this, please help your veterinarian to tailor your pet's vaccination protocol to suit his or her individual needs.

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CATACTION BOUNCING FEATHER CATNIP BOA BALL
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Feather Cat Toys- Exercise your cat's mind and body with this bouncing red ball topped with feathers. Just dangle the feather toy in his direction and watch him go from tame to playful in an instant...or toss it in the air for a great game of chase! Great interactive fun for you and your cat.











Domestic cats, especially young kittens, are known for their love of play. This behaviour mimics hunting and is important in helping kittens learn to stalk, capture and kill prey.Many cats cannot resist a dangling piece of string, or a piece of rope drawn randomly and enticingly across the floor. This well known love of string is often depicted in cartoons and photographs, which show kittens or cats playing with balls of yarn. It is probably related to hunting instincts, including the common practice of kittens hunting their mother's and each other's tails. If string is ingested, however, it can become caught in the cat’s stomach or intestines, causing illness, or in extreme cases, death. Due to possible complications caused by ingesting a string, string play is sometimes replaced with a laser pointer's dot, which some cats will chase. While caution is called for, there are no documented cases of feline eye damage from a laser pointer, and the combination of precision needed and low energy involved make it a remote risk. A common compromise is to use the laser pointer to draw the cat to a prepositioned toy so the cat gets a reward at the end of the chase.

Toys help fight boredom and give cats an outlet for their instinctive prey-chasing behaviors. And when you are the one moving the toy around while your cat fishes for it, chases after it, or jumps in pursuit of it, playtime becomes a bonding experience for you and your cat.

CFA Opossum CatToyJK-01925

The Cat Fanciers' Association Opossum comes with catnip and a rattle. Active Cat Premium Cat Toys are designed to help develop and maintain your cat’s optimum well-being through playful, interactive, mental, and physical stimulation. For cats of all ages.

CFA House MouseJK-01929

The Cat Fanciers' Association House Mouse comes with catnip inside. Active Cat Premium Cat Toys are designed to help develop and maintain your cat’s optimum well-being through playful, interactive, mental, and physical stimulation. For cats of all ages! Great for solo play.

Cleaning Your Cat with Litter Robot.

Litter Robot LRII Automatic Self-Cleaning Litter Box

The Litter-RobTot frees you from the chore of litter box scooping. You can be confident that your cats have a litter box that is cleaned automatically.Cleaning the litter box is now as simple as changing a kitchen garbage bag every few days. If you have several cats, the Litter-Robot drawer may still need to be emptied daily.

Patented litter sifting system

No rake that can jam or clog

No special receptacles or bags

Works with any clumping litter

Large capacity waste drawer

Reliable and safe

Food

You can choising their foods.

When a cat is fed a complete, balanced diet, in-between-meal snacks should be chosen and given with care.

Cat Health

Keeping your cat healthy and safe, The earlier any warning signs are detected and brought to your vet's attention, the sooner treatment. Your vet will certainly look for any physical signs of problems and ask you about behavioral indicators during your cat's annual checkup, but keeping an eye out for changes. Please attention to your cat's health.