Cats are lovable felines and have always grown attached to humans, much like humans become attached to them. The bond that is shared between the furry feline and its owner is a special one that only the owner and feline really understand. When I first moved to Indiana, I temporarily left my cats at my parent’s house until they could bring them to me the following weekend. When my cats were reunited with me, they checked out the area and almost as soon as the lights went out, my female started meowing frantically and would not calm down until she was snuggled as close as she could possibly get to me with my arm wrapped around her. She wanted comfort, and I knew just how to give it to her. All cat people understand this bond between cat and human, which is why giving them the best care possible is all we, humans, really want to give to them.

One thing to do for your feline is a bath, especially if your cat is long-haired. If you’re not a groomer or are not experienced in giving cats a bath, this may come to you as a shock. Did you know that the upkeep on a long-haired cat is easier if the fur was regularly cleaned? All cats sweat, but with long-haired cats, the sweat generally remains on the body or hair for longer periods and can cause the fur to become tangled. Yes, they do clean themselves regularly, but they need help with keeping it clean, and much like a small child, they may fight and do whatever they can to not have to endure the lengthy bath. If given baths regularly though, the fighting will subside and eventually they will calm and take it.

You may be wondering what you need prior to giving them a bath. Something you want to make sure you have is Dawn dish washing soap. As weird as this sounds, its beneficial to the fur and skin on your beloved cat. It helps remove the sweat and grease, while not being too harsh on the skin. Also, you may want to invest in a good shampoo that will not only additionally clean the fur, but also make it shine.

You will also need a good comb, nail clippers, and a blow dryer. Be sure to comb the fur completely prior to a bath, as this will help you rinse the shampoos and conditioners out completely. If you don’t rinse extremely well, it will cause itching and irritation, which is never comfortable. Clipping their nails prior to the bath will be beneficial to you, especially if your cat is not used to the bathing process.

The blow dryer you choose needs to be suitable as in it cannot become too hot or overheated. You can get a hand held dryer, but be sure that it is on cool. Check out this blog on drying techniques.

Indoor cats have many needs, most of which can be accommodated by a bowl of food, water and daily attention. Although cats are self-sufficient, they do require lots of love and play time by their owners. This helps with their overall moral and happiness that can only be provided through touch and attention. Ever notice their mood after you’ve been away for a day or two?

Cats also have a need to have a scratching post. The post helps them by allowing them to have something to use aside from furniture or draperies. It is their instinct to scratch and by giving your cat something to use will prevent damage done on something else. Claws tend to grow constantly and without having something to scratch on, the happiness of the cat may be altered.

When I first brought my cats to my new place, I did not have a scratching post for them. They turned to my dining room chairs as a resort for doing their scratching. I wasn’t happy with their solution and went and bought them a new post to use. No sooner than I brought it into the house, both of them were all over it. They wouldn’t leave it alone and stood by it and scratched on it for 10 minutes straight. They were in heaven.

Different cats prefer different types of posts. I have seen that the rope style post is the most popular for cats to use. This may be because it resembles tree bark and is a good alternative to actually bringing a tree into the house. You can bring in a log and place it against a wall for them to use, but this may be unsteady unless you can actually secure it somehow in a base. So, by getting a scratching post that is made of rope with a base on it may be the best route unless you are crafty.

They do make scratching posts that are carpet based. This is good for some cats as it provides a place for them to climb on. Cats are by nature active animals and the added exercise that this will give them in beneficial.
I would not suggest declawing your cat as an alternative to buying a scratching post. This is because cats, whether indoor or outdoor, have basic survival needs that need to be met. Their nails are a form of their basic survival, and without them, they could lose that sense of security.

When it comes to long haired cats, the question sometimes lingers; should I shave my cat? If you are thinking you might need to, chances are that you probably should. There are many reasons and benefits to giving your cat a haircut.

The reasons to get your cat groomed can be endless. Maybe you don’t have much time or patience to comb them every day, but obviously you don’t want them to be matted or knotted. It also would be a good idea if you live in a warm or hot climate. The shave will help keep your cat feeling cool and would make it easier for her to groom herself. Shedding and hairballs tend to go away after getting that haircut. Giving your longhaired cat a shave also will reduce hairballs because there is less fur available for them to digest.

Usually, the best time to shave your long haired feline is before the coat has time to mat and knot. Mats generally wear the blades down and cause the process of giving your cat a haircut is much more difficult. Mats also add discomfort to your pet. By removing the fur, it will allow your cat to feel better about him and live a happier lifestyle. Many people believe that long hair cats do not like being shaved. Although they may not like the actual process of being shaved, they do enjoy the feeling of comfort that it brings.

When I shave my Persians, they tend to be happier. This is because they don’t have the constant strain of any mats or knots that could occur prior to my combing them. It also helps them be cleaner, and cats are obsessed with being clean. Ever notice how much they clean themselves? They do it a lot.

Before I moved to Indiana, I remember thinking that I wanted to be able to bring my Persian Cat with me. He is the light of my life and I consider him to be one of my kids. While I was packing, I knew that I needed to pack some Cat Supplies that I would need to use during the duration that I would be away. I was moving so that I could continue my education. I didn’t know anyone in the area that I was going, so I knew that if I took him, I’d have companionship.

Being one of the few Blue Eye Persian Cats that is also a bicolor makes him special. The day I saw him I was in love. I remember telling my mother, Breeder Laura Thomas, on my 26th birthday that I found my birthday present. When she asked me what, I excitedly said, “Malachi!” She gave me a silly look and simply said ok. He was probably one of the best birthday presents I ever received, even though it was self influenced.

Well, before I moved, I wanted to give him a nice Cat Bath so he could be nice and clean prior to our departure. He didn’t like it too much, he thought the bath was too wet and the dryer was too loud. He immediately thanked me for it afterwards with loud purring and head butting. We were inseparable, as we had been for over the last 2 years.

I’m thankful that I was able to learn proper Persian Cat Grooming from my mom. The Tear Stain Remover she sent me off with works great on my cat’s beautiful white face. She taught me the art of Clipping Cat Nails. I love my kitty!

Purrinlot is changing over from Persian Cats to Persian Cat Supplies.

For almost 2 decades, Purrinlot has breed some of the worlds finest – most unique Persian cats. Today, we are shifting our gears towards the grooming supplies needed for the long hair cat, well for all cats actually- but especially those tools for the Persian.. We ask you to please post and comment with what you would like to see Purrinlot carry. Thanks and I look forward to chatting more with you!

Are you considering becoming a Persian breeder?

I get emails daily from people who want to start breeding and they ask me many questions. In the beginning of building a persian cats program- there is so much to learn. You feel as if you will never learn it all. But let me assure you- the largest thing one needs to learn in order to breed is people.

Yeap, that’s’ right..people!!

I have a friend who once told me,”Cat breeding and cat showing is like getting into a room with a lot of woman – whom all are PMS” many New Comers to breeding do not last the first five years- and it has nothing to do with breeding, it has to do with the pear pressure around them from other breeders.

Now don’t get me wrong…some breeders are wonderful, helpful and will go out of their way to help. But the better you get at the breeding and showing- the more you will find yourself in the PMS pot of cat breeders:-)

I have had the blessing of never allowing myself into the PMS pot of cat breeders…and I believe I did so by having grounded rules, grounded goals, and making certain not to get myself into any PMS pots of peers!

So – it you are wanting to breed Persians- first what is your goal? You must have a goal!

• And it can not be to have make the best or prettiest kittens.
• It can not be – to have one litter- to experience the birth of life.
• And it can’t be – to become more popular and feel as a part of something.

It needs to be- a goal that represents your passion in bettering the breed and yourself.

Next post- where Purrinlot Persians is moving too! Persian Cats, Cat Supplies

Kittens do not really need to be bathed- mom does most of it for them. However, the long haired or persian kittens do need a bathing training in order to not be afraid once they become of age needing a bath. more….

Selecting a Persian Cat is not simply

1. I want a boy/girl kitty
or
2. I want the kitty this color

Why you ask?? Well…as a Persian Breeder- I find this answer very simple, however you may not have thought much about it!

See, you need to first make certain your home and lifestyle is prepared for a Persian Cat. Persians are like children, who in their own ways are a tad insecure. They need to be adored and remembered as if they were the world you lived for.

Persian cats are not simply cats who sit and watch you and when you decide to remember they are in the room enjoy some loving. Instead- they need love all the time! They live to be pampered an adored!

If you are thinking of a Persian, please make sure that your home is one that will fit the kitty – otherwise, please research a different breed and don’t pick this kitty based on it’s beautiful long coat.

Persian cats require monthly baths, daily combing, and constant companionship.

Persian cats do not like strong scents, dusty carpets, piles of laundry( they will pee on the laundry/leather/newspaper left out), loud homes, high pitch children sounds, or being forgotten. They also do not care for business of too much activity going on in the home! For example- a daycare center in your home is a no no for a Persian cat.

If your kitty is homed in such- you may find the kitty looking for places to potty in order to speak up in the only voice they feel you will hear.

Make certain either you, or a playmate will be with the Persian Kitty through-out the day. Just like you can’t leave a puppy home all day alone- you also can not leave a Persian kitten home alone. Persian cats ARE puppies that purr, and they remain as puppies or infant children through out their entire life.

The good news is a Persian cat even in it’s senior years will still jump and play – just as if it was still a kitten:-)

Somehow- our blog became deleted and many post were lost. I’ll do my best to get the post back online! Sorry cat lovers…to be continued:-)

Thinking of getting a pretty Persian cat for yourself? If you have already made a decision then the hardest step is taken care of, because keeping cats does not always comes easy even if its cute and affectionate Persian cats. Grooming and proper care, nourishing diet are only some of the things that will keep you busy once your Persian cats find a home with you.

Knowing about and how to go about having Persian cats and kittens at your home or how to be a better owner is what PurrinLot.com is all about. However, there are certain things that need to be thought about before a buying or a pet decision is made.

So here’s what you should do/ ask when choosing a breeder of Persian Cats -

• Assess the reputation – Everybody has a reputation but you should only go for the one with a good one and a reliable one.
• Ask Questions – Ask the breeder clearly about his practice, the duration of practice and his experience and whether the cat he bred were healthy or unhealthy. The last point can be a little dicey because nobody would really be putting up a banner and say that I breed about 10 unhealthy cats a year. So this answer will require a little of your judgment.
• Inquiring about cat show appearances – A good breeder should be a regular at cat shows and winners from his or her cattery wouldn’t mind at all.
• Gene Pool & Genetic Defects – Detailed Knowledge about his current gene pool and the potential of defects.

For more information on this read through a PurrinLot special: How to distinguish between a good and a bad breeder at:  http://www.purrinlot.com/how-to-know-a-good-breeder.htm