As mentioned above, many of the breed clubs have welfare groups that take in and rehome
cats of that particular breed.
If you're looking to adopt a purebred
cat of a particular breed, consider using a purebred cat rescue group.
One dog or
cat of a particular breed may be more irritating to an individual allergy sufferer than another animal of that same breed.
Not exact matches
On the other hand, I have gotten calls seeking a
particular breed of cat.
«Whether you are looking for a one -
of - a-kind mix, a
particular breed or even a
cat, Woofstock is a chance to learn which pet is right for you.
The terms «domestic shorthair» and «domestic longhair» also refers to
cats that are
of no
particular breed.
It is not a
particular breed of cat.
The overpopulation
of pets is an unfortunate consequence
of large scale
breeding practices (puppy mills, etc.), consumer demand for
particular dog and
cat breeds, and less than responsible pet ownership (backyard
breeding, refusal to spay / neuter, impulse acquisition, etc.).
They also aim at preserving the genotype
of the
particular breed, ensuring the health and genetic conformity
of every kitten born to the standards set by The International
Cat Association.
If you are not partial to a
particular breed of cat or dog, we encourage you to visit your local shelter.
If there is no
particular breed that has won your fancy, and your goal is simply to find a family pet, you might consider the colorful world
of mixed
breed kittens and
cats (the most thoroughly mixed
of which are typically categorized simply as either domestic shorthairs or domestic longhairs).
Also, a specific
cat breed may have
particular health, behavior, and lifestyle issues
of which you may not be aware.
Covering every aspect
of feline care,
cat and kitten magazines provide practical, useful, and timely information on
cat supplies,
cat care (including special care for
particular breeds),
cat health, and more.
You may have some preconceived notions that you want a
particular breed of cat, or that you want a kitten instead
of an adult kitty.
Nevertheless, Mead concludes, «there is no clear evidence
of cats threatening to harm the overall population level
of any
particular species... Indeed,
cats have been kept as pets for many years and hundreds
of generations
of birds
breeding in suburban and rural areas have had to contend with their predatory intentions.»
If you're thinking
of buying your first kitten or maybe even adopting an adult
cat you'll first want to research this
particular breed and make sure you'll be able to care for it as it requires.
Sometimes, these
cats are mixed -
breed, and other times while they resemble a
particular breed you can't be certain
of their background.
Some
of these rescue groups specialize in
particular pedigreed
breeds; others, like Pet Pal Rescue Inc. in Seminole County, save as many dogs,
cats, puppies and kittens as they can.
It's also well known that those who are fans
of a
particular cat breed are usually passionate about the
breed and not shy about showing their love for say, a dog - like Maine Coon, a fluffy and docile Persian, or an active and talkative Siamese.
These
cats need to meet certain standards to be considered as part
of a
particular breed.
Though
cat shedding has always been seen as a problem and in the 60s, there was a
particular breed of cat developed that lacked a fur coat — Sphynx.
With the rise
of cat shows during the Victorian era,
cat fanciers began to
breed the
cats to a
particular standard and keep pedigrees for them.
If you do not have a
particular pet in mind, tell us what type
of pet (big dog, little dog, big
breed puppy, small
breed puppy,
cat, kitten) you are interested in adopting.
Below is a list
of people in our area who are dedicated to helping a
particular breed of dog or
cat, or other critters such as rabbits, hamsters, birds and farm animals.
If you have chosen a
particular breed of cat, you may already have a good idea
of what color that kitty will be.
If you're looking for a
particular breed of cat, there are also
breed - specific rescues and groups for purebred
cat adoption as well.
Your
cat's well being issues, and that is why we offer a full line
of nutrition designed for every life stage as well as based on thier specific
breed, life - style or
particular necessities.
Despite the evident appeal
of short - nosed pets to many
of our clients, it is our duty as vets to not just treat these animals, but also to lobby for reform in the way they are
bred — in
particular the «extreme» brachycephalics such as Pugs, Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and flat - faced Persian
cats.
If you go with dry food, make sure your
cat has plenty
of fresh water to drink; if your
cat has
particular needs (if he's a
breed that's particularly at - risk for kidney disease, for example), it's again best to talk to your vet for personalized recommendations.
If you have a pug or a Persian
cat, for example, there may be rescue groups or clubs that have lists
of people looking to adopt that
particular breed.
Do you know if your
particular breed of dog or
cat is prone to specific illnesses or diseases?
Tabby
cats are often mistakenly thought
of as being a
particular breed of cat, but it is the coat pattern that is known as «tabby», and this pattern can occur in all
breeds of domestic
cat.
When choosing from among the different
cat breeds, it may be helpful to review the
breed profiles so you know more about what to expect from a
particular breed (Persians need lots
of grooming, Siamese are very talkative and active, etc.).
Many German Shepherd Dog owners, in
particular, requested that I allow their dog to mate with Nasha but I firmly turned all requests down after explaining that unless you have a license to do so (a)
breeding wolves is illegal in Florida as is buying and selling them; and (b) this type
of «back - yard»
breeding contributes to and exacerbates the already overwhelming problem
of dog and
cat overpopulation which results in horrifyingly high euthanasia rates at most
of our nation's animal shelters.