Sparta the Mean Kitty

The videos above are from YouTube, and feature Sparta. Click on them to watch these clever videos his owner has posted on YouTube. He is an Egyptian Mau, though he looks like a Bengal. (Bengals are a cross between an Asian Leopard cat and a domestic shorthair). In one video, you'll notice how Sparta fetches. (it's because they are VERY smart). I Hope you enjoy these short clips.

(PS. Sometimes weird videos will appear. Refresh the browser until the kitties show up).

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August 28, 2013

Cats and Mushrooms

I don't really worry about this kind of thing too much because my kitties are only indoor cats.  However I know many people let their cats out at night, and some, all day long.  This is something you should be aware of if your little pet wanders, and may come in contact with a mushroom that are quite prevalent in our area. 
 
Mushroom Poisoning In Cats
by. Dr. Bari Spielman
Mushroom poisoning occurs as a result of ingesting toxic mushrooms. Not all mushrooms are poisonous, but each type of poisonous mushroom can cause different signs of illness. Poisonous mushrooms are classified into four main categories, based on the clinical signs they cause, or into seven categories, based on the toxins they contain. The onset of clinical signs may occur anywhere from minutes to hours following ingestion.

Mushroom toxicity is most commonly associated with curious kittens.

What to Watch For:

 Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Lethargy
Jaundice (yellow skin color)
Seizures
Coma
Excess salivation

 Read More:  Mushroom Poisoning
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