How can you tell when the tension level is hitting high? Look for behavior changes like these:

• http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/33173 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 16:28:10 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32953/t/Great-cat-toy.html There are even bubble machines for pets - like this one here. Or use a kid's bubble machine. And... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32953 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:17:53 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32624/t/Scaredy-cat-Tips-for-cats-who-hate-leaving-the-house.html A great way to acclimate her to the outside is to take her out in her carrier a little bit each day. Eventually, you can graduate to a halter but always stay close to home. Try to find a vet and groomer close by. Go early in the morning before it's busy. Reward your kitty with treats along the... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32624 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 18:43:51 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32535/t/When-Cats-Have-Senior-Moments.html When Cats Have Senior Moments
  Originally published on August 04, 2009
  Seems nine lives just aren't enough because cats, like people, are now living longer. Some kitties, especially indoor ones, can live well into their twenties. However, with a longer lifespan comes a greater risk of age-related conditions like vision loss, hearing loss, arthritis, kidney... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32535 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:54:46 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32469/t/Pills-and-Pets.html Some human drugs - such as antidepressants and NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and Baclofen (a muscle relaxant) - can sicken or even kill your feline so keep medications off counter tops and securely stored in a cabinet or drawer. If both you and your cat are on medication, avoid mix-ups... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32469 Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:51:30 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32427/t/Simple-tips-to-enrich-your-cat-s-living-quarters.html - Rotate your cat's toys daily to keep her visually stimulated and interested in playing with them.
  - Fulfill your cat's hunting desire through daily play sessions with a feather wand, or other toys that... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32427 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:33:54 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32371/t/Suppose-to-work.html After the baking soda dries, pick-up heavier pieces with a paper towel and dispose of them. Then use your vacuum's attachment to suction away whatever is left. ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32371 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:21:04 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32211/t/Dirty-Trick.html Buy a can of salmon. Open the can before visiting the cats and rub, yes just do it, some of the fluid in the can on the backs of your hands and on your ankles. Pack the salmon in a lidded container. Go visit the cats. Sit quietly while they swish around you sniffing your delightful perfume. Finally, feed the salmon to the cats. Go home and wash up before trying your powers of... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32211 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:22:05 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32070/t/Feline-Physics-Laws.html Feline Physics Laws
  
  Law of Cat Inertia
  
  A cat at rest will tend to remain at rest, unless acted upon by some outside force - such as the opening of cat food, or a nearby scurrying mouse
  
  Law of Cat... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (Snowy) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32070 Fri, 17 Jul 2009 09:25:08 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32049/t/Cat-trick.html Cats, of course, love to jump onto tables but that can be very annoying if it's your dining room table and you're throwing a party. As usual with cats, you have to be creative. One way to train them is to put large pieces of poster board on top of the table. Then roll pieces of masking tape into loops so that the sticky side is out (or use double-sided tape, and stick them all over the poster boards. When the cat... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/32049 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 21:14:31 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/31951/t/Good-idea-.html My sister has a much cheaper and efficient system she calls the relay system. She has two litter boxes (check a dollar store for really cheap boxes). When one needs changing, she puts it on the... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (crazyjeanne) http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/31951 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:26:23 GMT http://mycountryhome.yuku.com/topic/31880/t/Crime-and-punishment-Not-a-chance-.html