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KEEPING KITTY SAFE: Autumn Health Concerns
Francesco d'Ubertino Verdi, called Bachiacca [also known as Francesco Ubertini, il Bacchiacca] (1494-1557)
Woman with a Cat 1540s
Fall is one of our favorite seasons at the Thirsty Cat Studio. Trees bust with spectacular displays of color to inspire our work and the air is crisp. Our cats are glad to get a beak from the hot temperatures of summer, but autumn brings quite a few hazards both inside and out for our cats. Read about common cat dangers in Autumn Safety Tips from the ASPCA.
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LUCKY CAT?: Black Cat Symbolism and Mythology
Black cats have a mixed history in Western culture. Many European cultures considered the black cat demonic and sought to eradicate these unfortunate animals. Sailors considered them harbingers of good forutune and welcomed black cats onboard. Read more about misconceptions, both good and bad, about black cats and even learn about a special black cat rescue in Boston, MA.
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CATS IN COSTUME:
Dangers of Costuming Your Cat
President George W. Bush's cat India in costume 2007
Pets as holiday accessories? We here at Thirsty Cat Fountains do not look fondly at costumed cats. We find dressing of pets for their owner's amusement distasteful.
But if you must dress your pets for Halloween, please take care. Dr. Mark Stickney, Clinical Associate Professor and Director of General Surgery Services at Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences lists many of the dangers of pet costumes and how you as a
responsible pet owner can avoid injury to your cat.
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NEW
FOUNTAINS
(and free shipping too!)
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Maple
The maple leaf appliqué on the centerpiece and the cord cover are under glazed in several autumnal hues with an overglaze of clear while the fountain bowl is glazed in Hunter Yellow.
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Jade Littleleaf
The glaze is Jade on bone stoneware. Water fills the leaf and streams from the tip with pleasing sounds and no splash. Use the ceramic mini-leaf insert for a more tranquil experience or leave it out for more of a bubble-up. You can also adjust the sound by turning the flow up or down and by having more or less water in the bowl.
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Cat Clips
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True Dedication
The Cat House on the Kings is the largest no-kill cat shelter in the United States. See how founder Lynea Lattanzio has dedicated her life and worldly resources to the cause of keeping cats alive and healthy.
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Fall Giveaway
Enter for a chance to win!
 The glaze is White Gold showing a cream base with pale yellow and bright gold. The fountain comes with the antimicrobial Serenity Flow which delivers a smooth stream with no splash. Also included is the straight copper spout. Run with either or neither, as suits you.
This fountain can take any of the other Cat Taps and the copper Waterleaf for which see those listings.
* 4.25 inches high and 12.25 inches in diameter.
* 13 cup capacity
* 100% food-safe & tested ceramics
* Pleasant water sounds or quiet, as you choose
* Very easy to clean
Just click here to be taken to our entry page on Facebook and sign up for our monthly email newsletter for your chance to win this Thirsty Cat Fountain. Already on our email list? Just sign in and you will be entered to win as well.
Winner will be chosen at random on November 30. Good luck!
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Breed Spotlight:
Persian Cats
Many in pursuit of a purebred cat seek the most unusual and rarest breeds. But if you are looking for a crowd pleaser, the Persian Cat is for you. Elegant and luxurious, the Persian has been winning the hearts and minds of owners for centuries.*
Traditional 'Doll Faced' Persians
History:
Persian cats are believed to have been brought to the European continent from Persia, (Iran) and Angora, (Ankara Turkey) by Italian explorer Pietro della Valle in the early 17th century. Other varieties of long haired cats from the Near East were brought to France and latter England. Turkish Angora and Persian varieties frequently bred amongst themselves. By the late 1800's in England, the Persian began to distinguish itself as a larger, more stocky looking longhaired cat.
Persians made their grand entrance into the cat fancy world in the first contemporary cat show at the Crystal Palace in London in 1871. Organized by the 'father of cat fancy' Harrison
Weir, several Persians took center stage at the show and reign supreme to this day. In
the early 1900s, the British Governing Council of the Cat Fancy decided
Angoras, Persians and Russian Longhairs would be called 'Longhairs', and each color be considered a separate breed. In the United States, the Persian is considered one breed of many colors.
An Angora/Persian from The Royal Natural History (1894) curtesy of Wikipedia
Appearance
The most distinctive characteristic of Persians is their long silky coats with a round head. The coat could be black, 'blue' (gray), white or any combination one could imagine. The face of this breed has been developed in two ways. First is the traditional, 'doll faced' Persian cat that can be seen in the top photo. The second face of this breed, now considered the modern standard for this breed, is the flat faced, or 'Peke-face', see below. This sort of ultra-typing, (over-accentuation of the breed's characteristics by selective breeding) has been been blamed for many health problems with the breed such as runny eyes.
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Personality
The Persian cat is best suited to a quiet and peaceful household. This is a cat with a very low level activity rating and is less vocal than other breeds. This is the perfect cat for a household of adults who enjoy quiet times with their pets.
Health and Grooming
Preference for 'Peke-faced' Persians have lead to many health issues with this breed. Most notably, breathing difficulties and eye problems.
The Persian cat's coat is very high maintenance and requires daily brushing to keep the hair from matting. Unlike most cat breeds, the Persian requires regular baths, followed by a gentle blow dry.
If you are interested in adopting a rescue Persian, contact Persian and Himilayan Cat Rescue in SanFrancisco, CA. , Check out persiancats.org for more information.
*While we at Thirsty Cat Fountains always recommend you consider adopting a shelter cat before all others, a purebred cat may be what's right for you.
References for this article came from J. Anne Helgren, Encyclopedia of Cat Breeds, Barrons Educational Series, Inc., 1997, pages 170-173.
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Can't Get Enough About Persian Cats?
Sotheby's Auction House in New York is about to auction the largest known
painting of cats. Measuring 6' x 8.5', My Wife's Lovers, was painted over a three year period by Carl Kahler. This late ninetieth century painting depicts the Persian and Angora cats of California philanthropist Kate Birdsall Johnson. The painting's name came from Mr. Johnson's nick-name for his wife's mob of cats. This painting is scheduled for auction on November 3 at Sotheby's 19th Century European Art Sale. See more about the painting in Sotheby's video below.
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Featured Blog
Do you see a lot of stray cats in your neighborhood? With winter right around the corner, homeless cats need help. Read more about in Stray Cats in Winter on our website at Thirstycatfountains.com. Read More
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Discount Coupon Code
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