Stuff Tabby Cats Like
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Tabby Cats: Their Favorite Things
In my previous writings, I have I told you some of the general facts of living with a tabby cat. I've told you a bit about where tabby cats come from, and why tabbies do what they do. I even told you some of the things tabby cats really hate. Today, I'm going to look at the opposite end of the spectrum, and talk about the things tabby cats like.
You may be wondering whether it's worth it to pay more for premium cat food, or whether your tabby can really tell the difference between one brand of litter or another. I'm here to answer those questions as only a tabby cat can.
My co-Kitty Piglet will be chiming in, because Addy, our human, said I had to let her help. Fortunately she's a tabby too, and that makes her opinion worth something (but still less than mine!). You will have full advantage of our expertise in the needs, tastes, and desires of tabby cats.
You're welcome.
A Tail of Two Tabbies!
by Piglet
Ha ha! That was a joke, because my sister CC and are both tabby cats, so we have tails. And we're telling you a tale, get it? Ha! I told a joke.My name is Piglet. I'm CC's little sister. I'm younger than she is, and I'm also smaller. That's because she's 8 pounds, and I'm 16 pounds, and 8 is bigger than 16. In fact, CC says that 8 pounds is the biggest cat there is. I'm lucky to have her around to explain things!
Today I get to help her with this lens about different products that will help you take good care of your tabby cat. Each cat is different, with different likes and dislikes. So CC and I will take turns talking about our experiences with different food, cat litter, toys, and special treats. We're here to help -- and remember, everything here is tabby-approved!
Why Spend More on Tabby's Food?
by CC
This tortoiseshell tabby is enjoying spinach as a special treat, but if she tried to live on it, she would become malnourished.
Just like with humans, a good diet is crucial to maintaining your tabby's health and longevity. Cats cannot live on the same food humans can, because humans are omnivores and cats are carnivores. That means our bodies are unable to extract the nutrients we need from things like spinach or milk or even canned tuna fish.
In the wild, we would get all the nutrients we needed by catching and eating small prey animals. When we live with you, we need food that is designed to nutritionally imitate our natural diet. Spending a little more on good quality cat food now will ensure that we live longer, healthier lives -- that means fewer illnesses, and fewer expensive trips to the vet. Now that's something I can get behind!
It's important to choose a food that's appropriate to your cat's age and activity level. There are cat foods designed for kittens under 1 year old, cat foods designed for pregnant or nursing mother cats, cat foods for senior cats (7 years and up), and even cat foods that can improve dental health and hairballs.
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The Best Food for Senior Tabby Cats
by CC
Piglet and I both love Professional Light Hairball formula. Piglet loves it because it tastes wonderful, and because we don't get as hungry between meals as we did on our old food. But I love it because it has anti-oxidants for healthy joints. Since Addy started feeding us this, my arthritis has practically disappeared! Now I can climb and run and play all I want. This is great fun in the middle of the night when Addy thinks she should be sleeping.
Silly human.
Professional Brand Food for Tabby Cats of All Ages
Tabby-approved by Piglet!
Addy used to feed is Iams Cat Food, and I thought it was really tasty. Then one day when the store was out of Iams, she bought some Premium Edge. CC thought it was OK, but I didn't like the taste. And I'll eat anything! Still, eating Premium Edge made CC and me a lot less hungry between meals. Addy says that means it had a good glycemic index so it's healthier. I don't know what that is, but I do know I hate being hungry!
Since I didn't like the taste of Premium Edge, Addy found Professional Cat Food. It's as tasty as Iams, but we're still not hungry between meals, and it really helps CC's arthritis. It doesn't help mine much, but that's OK -- I prefer sleeping on the couch to pretty much anything else. I've never understood why CC likes to exercise when she doesn't absolutely have to!
Premium Edge and Professional make quality cat food for cats of all ages.
The Question of Cat Litter
the box, the litter, and its cleanliness; by CC
The litter box probably causes more friction between our two species than any other issue. You people take a mighty hunter like a tabby cat, born to roam free, meant to do our business in the fresh air of the great outdoors, and you expect us to use a tiny, smelly box instead. Then you whine about cleaning it once in awhile. And if you don't keep it clean, and if we must of necessity go elsewhere, you act like we just ruined your priceless antique rug.
I kid. Addy doesn't have anything that nice.
Anyway, the fact is that everything about the litter box matters. I mean that. It needs to be big enough for us to turn around. There needs to be enough of the right kind of litter. And it needs to be kept clean! Think of what it would be like if the only place you had to go to the bathroom was a nasty porta-potty that hadn't been cleaned in a month. That antique rug might start looking pretty good, right?
It wouldn't?
You people are weird.
Can Tabby Tell the Difference?
The low, down, and dirty, about the low, down, and dirty: by Piglet
We can also deal with sudden changes in the brand and type of litter. That means we've tried some very different types of litter, and this one is our all-time favorite!
Clear Choice Silica Crystals Cat Litter Bag, 4-Pound
Amazon Price: $19.56 (as of 06/04/2012)
CC and I have tried several different types of litter and this is the best by far. It soaks up moisture so it doesn't get wet, and it absorbs odors better than anything else we've worked with.
Why Does Tabby Need Toys?
Silly Human. I'll Explain (by CC)
If you're new to feline rule, check out my lens "Taking Care of Tabby". It will tell you everything you need to know about taking on the responsibility of human minionship.
Hip Action Natural Cat Treats for Tabbies
from Zuke's -- healthy and delicious! (by Piglet)
Zuke's Hip Action Natural Cat Treats, Salmon, 3-Ounce
Amazon Price: $1.98 (as of 06/04/2012)
Addy, my mom, started giving us these treats to help our joints. Unlike most things that are good for me, though, these taste great! CC and I like the salmon flavor best, but they also come in chicken.
Track Ball Toy for Tabby Cats
CC *loves* this one! (by Piglet)
Of course, the important thing is that she plays with this toy, and play is exercise. And for a senior cat, that's really important.
Bergan Turbo Track Cat Toy
Amazon Price: $12.20 (as of 06/04/2012)
There's something about chasing light-up ball around a track that's a lot of fun. It's especially fun at night when it's dark, and it's kind of pretty too.
Turbo Track Extras!
Configure your tabby's toys to her heart's content!
Tabby Cat Charmer
A toy we both love! (by Piglet)
Cat Dancer 301 Cat Charmer Interactive Cat Toy
Amazon Price: $2.02 (as of 06/03/2012)
We have this toy, and CC and I both love it. Definitely tabby approved!
Tabby Cat Drinkwell Fountain
by Piglet
Addy gets annoyed when I do this, but I think that if she's going to get annoyed, she should get me my own fountain!
Drinkwell Platinum Pet Fountain
Amazon Price: $39.26 (as of 06/04/2012)
Cats love fresh water. We also need plenty of water in order to stay healthy. A Drinkwell Fountain ensures that we get all the water we need.
Drinkwell Accessories
by Piglet
Toys for Tabbies: Fur Mice!
by Piglet
I use my fur mousie toys for a special magic ritual. I stalk my toy mouse, and then I kill it 'til it's dead! And then, I walk through the house announcing my triumph. This alerts the dark and pesky forces of the universe to stay away! It's important to remember, though, that this only works if I howl really loud, and if only if I do it at 3 a.m.
Ethical Shaggy Plush Giant Mouse Cat Toy with Catnip
Amazon Price: $1.50 (as of 06/04/2012)
These fur mouse toys are some of a Tabby Cat's favorite things! I like they black ones best, then the gray ones. The white ones don't taste as good.
Mahogany Cat Tree
For those stylish tabbies. By CC.
Lotus Cat Tree : Carpet Color BEIGE BERBER : Finish MAHOGANY
Amazon Price: (as of 06/04/2012)
Why not have a cat tree that's also a beautiful piece of furniture?
Laser Pointer for Tabbies
by Piglet
Red Laser Pointer Classic Style with Carrying Case
Amazon Price: $2.50 (as of 06/03/2012)
Tabbies love laser pointers! It's a classic cat toy that will never go out of style.
Tabby Cat Condo for Small Spaces
by CC
Anyway, if Addy or Stuart had any sense, they'd have gotten me one of these cat climbers for small spaces. But, they're humans. What do you expect?
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Hi, I'm Piglet!
and I'm cute!
I'm a brown tabby and white Maine Coon mix. I weigh more than 16 pounds. I'm bigger than all the other cats in the neighborhood! I'm smaller than my sister CC though, so when she's in a bad mood (which happens a lot) I steer well clear of her.
I live in San Francisco with my mom and dad. I like eating and sleeping and petted and picked up.
Hi! I'm Piglet!
And I'm cute!
Hi! My name is Piglet. I'm writing this lens for my Addy, who's my mom. I hope it will help people take care of tabby cats like me.I'm a brown tabby and white Maine Coon mix. I weigh more than 16 pounds. I'm bigger than all the other cats in the neighborhood! I'm smaller than my sister CC though, so when she's in a bad mood (which happens a lot) I steer well clear of her.
I live in San Francisco with my mom and dad. I like eating and sleeping and petted and picked up.
About Me: CC the Tabby Cat
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by AddaptAbilities
Hi! We're Piglet and CC. We're writing this lens for Addy, our mom. We hope it will help people take care of tabby cats like us.
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