1. What gets rewarded gets repeated. I’ve noticed that this can be true even for cats. You can encourage your cat to use the cat scratcher (instead of the sofa or wallpaper) merely by stroking him while using it and using affirming words such as “Good boy Muffin!” with...
Why Does My Cat Have Whiskers?
Elaborate Sensory Devices Whiskers are extraordinary sensory devices that help your cat interact with the world. They go deeper into your cat’s skin and connect with many more nerve endings. Whiskers are very sensitive to touch and vibrations and tell your cat a lot about the size and shape...
New Born Kittens Development – Week 5
British Shorthair Kittens Activity increase. The kittens’ sight is fully developed at five weeks. The kittens are also very active and confident – I often find them climbing my guitar case and bookshelf. Kittens at this stage will start exploring a lot more, often stalking, wrestling and pouncing on...
New Born Kittens Development – Week 4
British Shorthair Kitten Development I can’t believe four weeks have passed already. A month has passed and the kittens are developing at fast speed – they do grow up too fast! At this stage you will notice the following: 1. Depth perception has developed. That’s why they cling on to...
New Born Kittens Development – Week 3
British Shorthair Kitten Development You will start to notice more activity now that the kittens have reached week 3 as they sleep less and want to play more, also 4 things have taken place: 1. Ear Development. Ear canals are now completely open. 2. Digestive System. Kittens can voluntarily...
New Born Kittens Development – Week 2
British Shorthair Kittens By now you should have noticed that your newborn kittens are developing at a very fast pace. I have also noticed kittens starting grooming themselves. At two weeks at least 4 things become more prominent: 1. Growth. Kittens are continuing their growth at a very fast rate...