Sentences with phrase «asking owners of cats»

The method employed in «Landowners and Cat Predation» — asking owners of cats to recall the number and species of birds over the previous six - month period — invites overestimation from the very outset.

Not exact matches

Any cat owner will tell you this — one of the most endearing qualities of owning a cat is that Puss will ask for your attention at the worst times.

We asked owners to describe their cats and most of them said, it's quarter child, quarter monkey, quarter dog and part cat!

Cats Protection, which takes in and rehomes unwanted cats, has just helped its one millionth cat since 2007 but says that, since the start of the recession, it has experienced a dramatic increase in the number of cat owners asking for help every wCats Protection, which takes in and rehomes unwanted cats, has just helped its one millionth cat since 2007 but says that, since the start of the recession, it has experienced a dramatic increase in the number of cat owners asking for help every wcats, has just helped its one millionth cat since 2007 but says that, since the start of the recession, it has experienced a dramatic increase in the number of cat owners asking for help every week.

One of the most common questions cat owners ask the internet is «How much should I feed my cat?»

Elaine said the tough economic climate appeared to be exacerbating the problem of unwanted animals as the centre is often asked to take in cats by owners who have lost their jobs, can't afford to keep their pet or moved into rented accommodation where they are not allowed to keep cats.

Following various reports of kleptomaniac kitties, including Oscar from Southampton who made the news for his large collection of knickers, the feline welfare charity decided to ask cat owners to tell them the most unusual cat «gift» their pilfering puss has brought home.

Below are a list of common questions pet owners ask about dental diseases in both dogs and cats.

Many times, pet owners find their cat companions in places other than a shelter, so you will very likely be able to find a new home for your cat by advertising in these ways: ~ Word of Mouth: Ask friends and relatives if they know anyone interested in adopting a cat or if they are looking for a kitty themselves.

In the 1995 Elderly Cat Survey, owners reported that most of their cats (79.1 %) had a favorite place to sleep; and when asked where their cat liked to sleep, almost all owners reported that it was somewhere warm and comfortable (BOX 2 and TABLE Cat Survey, owners reported that most of their cats (79.1 %) had a favorite place to sleep; and when asked where their cat liked to sleep, almost all owners reported that it was somewhere warm and comfortable (BOX 2 and TABLE cat liked to sleep, almost all owners reported that it was somewhere warm and comfortable (BOX 2 and TABLE 1).

Owners of cats aged 12 years or over were invited to complete detailed surveys asking questions about how their cat's behavior had changed since they had reached the age of 12 years.

This is one of the most frequent asked questions by dog owners: «can dogs eat cat food?»

When owners were asked about whether their cats were declawed, 8 % stated that they were, but 29 % of them obtained the cat in that condition.

We ask that owners of diabetic dogs and cats be reachable by phone for the first 24 hours in the event of abnormal intake testing.

A friend of the owner's, who worked at the clinic, took him home instead, but, as she had so many cats of her own, asked if the owner would take him in.

PETA, in turn, asked the court to throw out the lawsuit by arguing that the dog was unlicensed so was not worth anything, the dog had no value beyond the cost of replacement for another dog, they had permission by the property owner to remove community cats so they can not be guilty of trespass for entering and killing a dog, and the family is not entitled to punitive damages because PETA's theft and immediate killing of a happy, healthy, beloved dog is not «outrageous» conduct.

It is important that if placing your cat into Cat's Protection's care, you'll be asked to sign and confirm this - unfortunately, this really is your last opportunity to reconsider your decision as details of the cat's new owner can not be released at a later dacat into Cat's Protection's care, you'll be asked to sign and confirm this - unfortunately, this really is your last opportunity to reconsider your decision as details of the cat's new owner can not be released at a later daCat's Protection's care, you'll be asked to sign and confirm this - unfortunately, this really is your last opportunity to reconsider your decision as details of the cat's new owner can not be released at a later dacat's new owner can not be released at a later date.

The first question a veterinarian should ask when faced with an owner reporting the onset of «horrible fights» between cats that had previously coexisted peacefully is whether that was indeed the case.

We received a call asking us to take in three cats and a litter of kittens because their owner was returning home the following day to the Ukraine as his employment in the U.K had ended.

The survey also asked owners if the cats eliminate outside of the litterbox, fight with other cats, and if they bite and scratch people.

Pet owners should also get opportunities to ask questions and learn some of the basics about having a cat at home — Litter Box 101, discouraging scratching on furniture, diet information and grooming, among other issues.

The surveys asked cat owners to rate their pets» level of aggression at home, while being handled and during veterinary visits.

«Ask just about any pet owner and they'll tell you, dogs and cats provide them with a lot of joy, comfort and companionship,» said Gregory Castle, chief executive officer of Best Friends Animal Society.

«We would always recommend cat owners check with their veterinarian to ask about dietary needs based on the age, health etc. of their cat at the time — and periodically thereafter.

If it is not possible to have solid barriers between cat carriers when owners are waiting with their cats and there is more than one cat present (eg, if owners are sitting on a bench with the carrier next to them), eye contact between cats can be avoided and a sneeze barrier created by having a supply of clean blankets or towels that an owner can be asked to place over the carrier.

The owner of the farm felt that these two kittens were too special to become barn cats and asked Rude Ranch to care for them.

We included studies that used cat owners» records of prey returns, but we excluded those that asked owners to estimate past prey returns because such questionnaires may lead to bias in estimation of predation rates39.

If you are asking a kennel owner, dog / cat breeder, pet groomer or pet store owner to put your link on their site, make sure they share the same philosophy of pet health care and veterinary medicine as you.

Householders were asked to indicate the acceptability of eight management options on a five - point Likert scale in response to the introductory statement: «If it was shown that cats were having a severe impact on garden birds and some form of management solution was considered necessary, please indicate whether you strongly agree, agree, disagree, strongly disagree or have no opinion about each of the following»: (a) people living in ecologically sensitive areas should not be allowed to own a cat; (b) no one living in a town or city should be allowed to own a cat; (c) all cats should be fitted with a bell or other anti-predation device; (d) cats should not be allowed to roam outside their owner's garden; (e) cats should not be allowed out during the day; (f) cats should be registered with the local council; (g) cats should undergo compulsory sterilisation; (h) cats should be de-clawed.»

If you're one of the millions of cat owners around the world, you've probably asked this one yourself, «how long can a cat go without pooping?»

«When millennials were asked what they most valued as a veterinary service offering, they chose 24/7 chat or texting availability as one of their top options — it was No. 1 for dog owners and No. 2 for cat owners.

Ask for owner's overall impression of the cat's progress, especially in regard to polyuria and polydipsia.

If you ask owners of an 11 - year - old cat or 7 - year - old dog about the qualities and personalities of their pets, they'll likely tell you that these «senior» animals are wonderful, playful, charming companions.

If you ask owners of an 11 - year - old cat or 7 - year - old dog about the qualities and personalities of their pets, they'll likely tell you that these «senior» animals are... [Read more...]

By the time you get to 10 years, be mindful that 90 % of cats will be showing radiographic evidence of arthritis — but you still have to ask the owners for the signs.

Every cat owner should look at a potential purchase of cat furniture, scratching posts and beds and ask themselves, «How will this item provide additional exercise, make my cat healthier and happier, and provide a better place for my cat to live?»

Advantage II for cats» Chatty Cat Challenge asked owners to submit a video, photo or meme of their cat, along with a narrative revealing how they keep their cats healthy and hapCat Challenge asked owners to submit a video, photo or meme of their cat, along with a narrative revealing how they keep their cats healthy and hapcat, along with a narrative revealing how they keep their cats healthy and happy.

This tactic can be used for any of the products in the cat - behavior modification category to ensure that cat owners are not only aware that the products exist and the benefits they offer, but that they also are encouraged to ask questions and seek more information.

Owners of cats who have a routine spay (ovariohysterectomy) surgery often ask if they should be alarmed about a lump in the incision area.

This is my plea: I ask all Persian and Himalayan breeders and owners of these purebred cats to make a contribution to this fund.

Some cat owners might find themselves asking how can this be a bad thing but for cats, sticking to just one kind of food every year can lead to an allergic reaction.