Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, has long been recognized as a threat to avian species and, occasionally, humans. However, recent cases have highlighted another susceptible group: domestic and wild felines. The H5N1 strain, in particular, has shown the ability to infect cats, raising concerns about cross-species transmission, public health implications, and animal welfare.

Let’s explore why dry food isn’t the best option and how to provide a healthier diet for your feline friend.

Experts suggest that essential oils can positively affect cats, including repelling fleas, improving mood, promoting healthy skin, and relieving stress. Nevertheless, it's important to note that most essential oils are unsafe for cats. Some essential oils can be toxic or harmful.

Trimming a cat's nails can be daunting for many owners, but with the right approach and patience, it can become a stress-free routine for you and your cat.

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We are Anna and Andrew, and we live in Kyiv, Ukraine. In addition to breeding Savannah Cats, we also help homeless animals and animal shelters

Salem's Pride Savannahs is an "in-home" cattery on two acres outside Ann Arbor, Michigan, where I've resided since 1978.

I purchased my first pet Savannah, in 2011. In 2015 I knew I wanted to breed savannahs and better the genetics and quality seen locally. Shortly after, I started breeding, and I didn't see the genetic pool I'd hoped. Hence, I began researching Serval ownership and breeding F1 Savannahs to introduce new genetics and lines within the Savannah breed.

This project was challenging to build, not because its premise was complicated, but because I wanted to try to create a quality piece of furniture and not “just” another cat bed.  A few months before this build, our Publisher, Debra Roberts, sent a photo of a cute, elevated cat bed with the question, “Next DIY?” Of course, I said “YES”!

Scott Metzger is a cartoonist from the San Francisco, CA, area. Scott’s single-panel comics appear on greeting cards, magazines, and online. Anyone on social media and owning a cat (or ten) has read and shared the humorous cartoon work of Scott Metzger. We know cats are funny and entertaining, and Scott funnels their antics into hilarious cartoons.

"Savandalism is a Phase They Never Outgrow"!

Linebreeding has occurred for many years, especially in the livestock industry. Many breeders use linebreeding to keep only the parents' best features to pass down to their offspring. When appropriately done, linebreeding can produce more consistent and uniform offspring and eliminate certain flaws in the breed.

What should breeders know in terms of genetics and how to proceed with breeding once a kitten from their cattery has been diagnosed with FIP?

On September 12, 2021, Munchie became lethargic and had lost two pounds since March. He had a fever, and there was fluid around his lungs. The vet suspected Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) and collected the fluid sample. I searched the web to learn about FIP and found the FIP Warriors 5.0 Facebook page, which helped save Munchie’s life.

Cattery Cat Vision breeds two breeds; Savannahs and the Kurilian Bobtail. The cattery was founded in 2017 when they started breeding Savannah cats.

Having a new kitten is a wonderful experience; especially a Savannah kitten. Your new kitten is embarking on a journey, away from their mother, siblings, and home—and this can be terrifying.