Imperial Cat Scratchers

Imperial Cat scratchers are made in the USA of 100% recycled cardboard. 
They are eco-friendly and are loved by cats. 
These are not your ordinary cardboard cat scratcher. These are the unique way to offer your cat a special place scratch, rub and sleep on.
Although you can’t fight instinct, you CAN fight damage to your furnishings, and Imperial Cat Scratch ‘n Shapes make it easy!
The honeycomb texture of a Scratch ‘n Shape mimics the feel of natural tree bark, so cats will instinctively choose to sink their claws in for some serious shredding – or in cat terms, “mark their territory.” And the natural texture – unlike carpeted posts – is distinct from other textures in your home, making it easier to train your cat NOT to scratch your furnishings.

Each large scratcher comes with a bag of certified organic catnip too.
You will find many shapes from the Purr-fect Stretch, Large sofa, dolphin, whale and turtle combo scratcher.
The Vogue scratcher is brand new and has become a favorite for those of you with more than one cat.
It is 2 scratchers in one.
Mickey's Pet Supplies ships for free on your $75 order.
You will find great cat wands, natural cat toys and more.
Call 877-863-5431 to order anytime.

Cats and counters- How to keep them off

Repost of article by Gary Bogue
By Gary Bogue Contra Costa Times
Posted: 02/04/2011 01:00:00 AM PST
Cats vs. counters
On Friday I wrote about how to keep cats off the kitchen counters. Today, some of you have responded with your own ideas:
I resolved that problem by leaving strips, piles and balls of crinkly-sounding aluminum foil in all the spots where the cats would land when they jumped up on the counter. Cats, at least MY cats, hate crinkly-sounding aluminum foil.
Only had to leave the foil lying around for a couple of days and they stopped jumping on the counters. I keep it stashed in the hall closet, in case one of them starts feeling adventurous.

Here is a trick to make cats think twice about jumping on counter tops or furniture. Carefully set mousetraps upside-down on the forbidden surface. When the cat jumps up, the trap is harmlessly sprung. It leaves an impression on the flustered feline. (Zac in Alameda) (Once you set the upside-down traps on top of the counter, lay sheets of paper over the tops of the traps. It makes a lot more noise and also makes sure nobody's toes get caught in the bouncing traps. /Gary)
I kept a spray bottle full of water handy and spritzed our kitten with it whenever he got up on the counters. He had gotten to the point where he'd jump off as soon as he saw the bottle, and eventually gave up (at least when I was home), but now he is returning to his old ways, so the bottle is out again. (Joyce, San Ramon)
My method to stop my precious Siamese from jumping on my counter, newly refinished ebony piano and suede chair, and scratching on my office chair was to cover the surface with plastic bags. I put a plastic bag over the back of the office chair and used plastic wrap to cover the area on the piano and counter where she jumped up and
on the back of the suede chair where she scratched. She tried the area out once and never tried again. I don't know why it worked and I don't know where I got the idea but it worked for me. It looks pretty stupid but I only had to keep the plastic up for a short time. Worth a try. Good luck. (Paula L., cyberspace)
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Iams canned cat food recalled

Iams voluntarily recalls canned cat food because of essential vitamin- Thiamin- deficiency.
The company that makes a popular brand of pet foods is voluntarily recalling one brand because it doesn't contain an essential vitamin.
Proctor & Gamble said this week that Iams ProActive Health canned cat and kitten food contains insufficient levels of thiamine, or Vitamin B1. The recall includes all varieties of 3 and 5-ounce cans with expiration dates from September 2011 to June 2012 on the bottom of the cans.
No other Iams products are affected by the recall.
Cats that have eaten the canned Iams food could be at a higher risk of thiamine deficiency, but the condition is typically reversible, according to a statement from P&G. Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include loss of appetite, salivation, vomiting and weight loss. In advanced cases, signs may include downward curving of the neck, falling, circling and seizures.
Those who have purchased the canned cat food should discard it and contact P&G for a refund by calling 877-340-8826.
For more information: http://www.iams.com/iams/en_US/jsp/IAMS_Page.jsp?pageID=DHP

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Why you should not declaw your cat or kitten

The trend years ago was to de-claw a kitten at about 3-5 months of age. De-clawing a cat is not just removing their nails. The surgery known as declawing involves removal of the last joint of each toe, along with the claw. In Europe and England this procedure is just not performed. They believe that is inhumane and unnatural to do this procedure.
Here are the reasons why you should not de-claw your kitten or cat.
#1 Cats use their claws and the lower joint for balance
#2 There is no need to declaw your cat to keep them from scratching you.
#3 Cats basically are undergoing an amputation- kind of like humans having the tips of their fingers removed.
#4 Cats can be trained very easily to use a scratching post corrugated cardboard scratching pad.
#5 Keep your cats nails trimmed on a weekly basis. Start trimming your cat's nails when the are young so they do become used to you doing it. Enlist the help of a willing friend or take your cat to the vet or groomer and have them trim the nails.
We have five cats and all them remain indoors and none of them scratch our furniture. We have taught them to go to their scratching post to exercise their desire to scratch.
There are wonderful shaped corrugated cat scratchers by Imperial Cat called Scratch n Shapes that come with a bag of organic catnip. They are made of corrugated cardboard and you may purchase vertical scratchers or different shaped couches and animal shaped scratchers. If scratching in an unwanted place does occur, you may use Feliway Spray or the Feliway Plug in diffuser to help with this.
Your cat's claws are used for balance, for exercising, and for stretching the muscles in their legs, back, shoulders, and paws. In order to stretch these muscles they dig their claws into a surface and pull back their own ric exercising for humans. This is the only way a cat can exercise, stretch and tone the muscles of its back and shoulders. The toes help the foot meet the ground at a precise angle to keep the leg, shoulder and back muscles and joints in proper alignment. Removal of the last digits of the toes drastically alters the conformation of their feet and causes the feet to meet the ground at an unnatural angle that can cause back pain similar to that in humans caused by wearing improper shoes.Scratching is a natural behavior. Cats and their wild ancestors scratch the bark of trees to maintain their sharpness and also shed cuticle layers surrounding the nail itself.
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20% Off Holiday dog toys and cat toys at Mickey's Pet Supplies

Happy Holidays! Save 20% on all holiday toys for cats and dogs at Mickey's Pet Supplies
Great Kyjen toys like the Water Bottle Buddies Santa, the Scrungee Santa, Dangly Santa,
Squeaker Squigglers Santa and Reindeer, Jax and Bones Wreath, Jax and Bones Gingerbread Man.
Kyjen plush puppies dog toys are made of durable material.
The Kyjen Water Bottle Buddies Santa is an ingenious toy that has a water bottle inside for that crunchy sound all dogs love. The bottle is replaceable through the velcro opening.
What a great way to save the environment, by reusing your old water bottles.
These bottle buddies toys are very durable and washable. They are made of a special plush that has a super thick backing.
For our feline friends, we have the Imperial cat- scratch and shape cat scratchers in all sorts of sofas and animals. Check out the Blue whale scratcher that comes with a free feather wand and a bag of organic catnip. For a very inexpensive price, you'll find the Cat Birdie Ball with a rattler inside or a life-size organic wool mouse.
In addition to 20% off all Holiday Toys for your pets, Mickey's Pet Supplies has free shipping on orders of $75 and over.
You will find the best in quality pet supplies including, all natural dog treats, organic pet products, eco-friendly pet supplies and Made in USA products.
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