Cat Eat Inedible Objects - Pica

The term used to describe the consumption of inedible objects in pets called Pica. Pica is compulsive condition which can effects on a cat’s health.

Catnip And Marijuanna Party In Thailand

Catnip appearance may varies in different country. But I think the effects of catnip to cats are the same. In this topic, I'll show you the catnips found in Thailand. Click on any images to view the larger ones.

In Thailand, Catnip is a weed-like plant. You can find it everywhere even on your balcony, backyard etc. Catnip known as Tum yae maew(Cat's nettle) or Gunja Maew(Cat's marijuanna) in Thailand. Above, Catnip grows on crack opened wall.

Catnip seeds came with birds(They ate it and ... you know!). Catnip will boom out heavily in rainy season. Above, Capnip grows at the Mango Tree base. I have 7 mango trees at my house. Wanna try some! LOL

Above, Catnip plant. The most effective part is at the root. Just small piece of it, Your cats will drool out.

What's this scent. It's so familiar.

Lemme see it closely!!

Anyone more? you human.

Oh yesss!

Mrs.Haangdaab owned this one.

See, Why it's called cat's marijuanna.

Look at her face. LMAO

Even it's small piece, Garn can enjoy it.

Mr.Don also joined the drug party.

His name is Kratai. Garn's son.

Hope you enjoyed this set of photo. Thanks for viewing.

Cat Litter Box Problems

The cats will not use the litter for a variety of reasons, and not always a simple answer to this problem. Here are some reasons to help you solve the problem.

Mackerel Tabby - Garn

Garn which means "pattern" in Thai North-East dialect. I picked her up from my roof. Her mother left her since she was a little kitten. She came in pack of 3. Another 2 kittens are Mr.Don and Mrs.Hangdaab. Anyway, I don't know her mother. I'm not even met her mother, too.

Garn is a moody cat. She hates male cats and always got angried when she saw her housemates.

Garn don't like to be rubbed at her head. If you did it. She will runaway. Garn usually spent her time during the day on the dinning table. But will turn to be a wild cat during the night(That's the most of the cats habit in the night).

Cat Pee Problem

My male cat(Mr.Don) usually sprayed little amount on vertical surface. Such as refrigerator, Door, Nylon Screen, Even on Me. This decided to be a cat pee problems.

Cat Urine Odor Remover - Homemade

You can easily make a homemade Cat Urine Odor Remover. Here is how to remove cat urine odor from carpets. You can also use this direction for dog.

Things to prepare
1.White Vinegar - Acidity from vinegar will neutralize ammonia in cat urine.

2.Baking Soda - Well known deodorizer.

3.Dish Washing Detergent - Choose the one without caustic formular.

4.3% Hydrogen Peroxide - Kill the bacteria in cat pee. This bacteria cause smell.

5.Blacklight - You can detect cat urine with blacklight. Handheld type can be used.

6.Vacuum Cleaner - Use wet and dry type if possible.(Optional)

Here you go:
1.In case that your cat has recently peed on the carpet, use paper towels to absorb pee as much as possible. Place paper towels over the pee and press repeatly until no more moisture left.

But if you left cat pee dried out. You can detect it using blacklight. Close any lighting equipments in the room. Turn on blacklight, Pee glow in the dark. Amazing pee huh?

2.Mix white vinegar and water 1:1. Wet the pee area with this solution. Use adequate amount so it can go deep into every single fibers of carpet. Leave it dry. Assist drying with the same method you used with cat pee. Here come the Vacuum cleaner, Remove excess moisture using it.

3.Apply baking soda to the pee area.

4.Mix 1/4 cup of hydrogen peroxide with 1 tablespoon of Dishwashing Detergent.

5.Brush the pee area with mixture from 4. Leave it dry then Vacuum(optinal).

That's all you need. Simple right?

** But please be noticed that you should test your carpet for color fastness. **

Cat Scratch Problem

My 7 cats scratch most of my furniture everyday. For me, I don't think it's a problem. But someone might not agree with me. Below is some information about Cat Scratch Problem.

Why Cat Scratch?
Scratching just like Yoga in Cat Point Of View. Scrathing will works many muscles of your cat and also strecth. Scratching will leave unique scent from special glands in cat's paws into the object. This could be called "Territory Marking". Not only scent, Scratching also do a Visual Marking, also.

If you look precisely at your cat's nail. You will see outer sheath covers each nail. Under these sheath are new, sharp nails. Scratching will shed this sheath off. This is the way a cat's nails grow and renew themselves.

Scratching also make cat feel comfortable. Especially, After snoozing. Just like singing when you are in the bathroom.

How to Stop Cat to Scrath?
There is no way you can stop your cat to scratch. But you can make them scratch something else that you allow your cat to scratch such as Scratching Post, Tree logs, TV Package etc.

Your cat will not scratch the post immediately. You should place scratching post near the object that they usually scratch ex. couch. It can be any place that your cat spent most of its time.
If your cat is starting to scratch the couch. Use you voice loudly to stop them. You can use spray bottle, too.
You should not punish your cat by hitting or any physically harm. This only make your cat mistrust you and fear of you.

Tips for buying Cat Scratching Post
There are many type of scratching post in the market. Most of the cat prefer vertical cat scratching post. But only some of it can accept scratching pad.

You should not buy a cheap, small, scratching post. Most of them are not stable enough. Scratching post sould be secure and not shaking while cat scratch.

Moreover, Buy a tall scratching post that allow your cat's body to fully extend while scratching.


You can also make your cat a scratching post, click here to see DIY: Sisal Scratching post.