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How Cats Communicate: By Chris J Miller

cat in hat Whether you have brought home an adorable kitten, an older cat, or you simply just want to get to know a cat a little bit better, there are many things that you can think about, but one thing that will be most beneficial is understanding a little bit of about the way that cats communicate. Cats definitely have a language of their own, and sometimes, it can be surprisingly eloquent. If you are interested in finding a good way to figure out what your cat is going on about, keep a few facts in mind.

Although any child can tell you that a cat goes meow, after a little bit of observation, you’ll notice that it goes far beyond that. The general sound that a cat makes can be varied by the pitch, the rhythm, the tone and the level of volume, and if you can start identifying these sounds, you’ll have a better grasp on what your cat is saying. Most simply and obviously, a loud purr is a request for more petting and physical contact.

Cats can make about 30 different sounds, and it has been observed that a cat who is without other cats in a human family tends to vocalize more, rather than relying on the body language that is a part of the cat’s language. Some feline body language, however, can be fairly apparent to humans. For instance, when a cat is relaxed, his ears will point forward, his eyes will half-close and he’ll purr. A cat who is more disturbed will have wide open eyes and his whiskers will be bristling, enabling him to learn more about his situation and keeping him alert to danger. An aggressive or angry cat will arch his back, flatten his ears and may bare his teeth or open his mouth to hiss.

Eye contact is an important part of the cat’s language. A straight stare can be a sign of your cat trying to intimidate or dominate a situation, and you’ll often see this behavior if you are trying to introduce another cat to his territory. If you yourself want to put your cat at ease while you’re examining him, stay still and slowly blink your eyes to show him that you are in a lazy mood, rather than an aggressive one.

Of course, one undesirable way that cats will communicate is through marking their territory. Repeated urination can be an indication of displeasure, especially if things have been moved around or the cat has decided to dislike a certain member of the household. Repeated urination can also be a sign of physical problems and aggression as well as territoriality, however, so remember to run this by your vet before you take corrective measures.

Take some time to learn the way that your cat talks, and before you know it, you’ll have an excellent measure of the way that he or she behaves!

Chris Miller is a loving and experienced cat owner who is for a limited time, offering his extensive cat course free of charge. It is jam-packed full of must-have information on how cats communicate
Check out: http://www.housecatcenter.com/cat-chat-how-cats-communicate.html

Recommended Read: The Cat in the Hat (Dr Seuss Green Back Books)By Dr. Seuss

 

The Cheltenham Festival

cheltenham racing 2008Yes folks its festival time in cheltenham, Horse racing is the main event, so much so there should be about 220 -240 000 people attending it over the 4 days.The feature race will be on tuesday The Smurfit Kappa Chapion Hurdle.

Wednesday we have the Queen Mother Champion Chase.

Thursday is Ladies Day - also the long distance hurdlers.

Then Friday will be the highlight of the festival with the Cheltenham Gold Cup.

There is nothing quite like the crowd shouting out there horses name as they approach the final hill. such an atmosphere.

Will you be their or will you just watch at home either way you can share in the fun.

So i thought when i saw this, I thought you would like to know about it ….



So have great time and good luck .

Recommended Read : Cheltenham Festival Guide 2008

By :Paul Jones

 

MY SHOP - The Easy Way find products:by John Foster

This is an Easy way to search for a product you are looking for. Just type into the box and press enter.

How easy is that.

but that not all there is to this box, Once you are in MY SHOP you can search by price range.

Give it ago you may find just what you have been looking for eleswhere.

Sailing Schools by:By Marcus Peterson

sailing-crew.jpgAre you raring to experience the adventure of a lifetime? Does the idea of sailing your own boat across the blue sea into the horizon with only the power of the wind and your sailing skills to guide you excite you? Are you up to the challenge of sailing? If your answer is yes, then you should consider enrolling at a sailing school to hone your skills as well as to learn the fundamental techniques and maneuvers you need to become a sailor.

Many people say that sailing is actually a very easy sport to learn. Even if you don’t have previous experience sailing, you can enroll at a sailing school to learn the skills and the techniques of a good sailor. Getting in a sailing school will ensure that you get standard skills. There are many sailing schools in most coastal areas equipped with boats and manned by instructors who can turn a beginner into a skipper.

Sailing schools provide a more systematic way of learning how to sail. Before enrolling, inquire about their programs, the types of boats they have, how long the lessons will take, and what certifications the schools offer. You can also ask about the flexibility of their schedules. The type of boats the schools have should also be considered. You can learn the basics faster on a small boat before moving on to bigger boats.

Sailing schools can range from those that are run by private individuals to those that are nationally recognized and accredited. You can ask around and look up a sailing school nearest to your area. Some sailing schools have also established their presence on the web so you can check that out too. Learning how to sail has to start somewhere, and a sailing school is the perfect place to learn and love sailing.

Sailing provides detailed information on Sailing, Sailing Vacations, Caribbean Sailing, Sailing Schools and more. Sailing is affiliated with Caribbean Sailing Vacations.

Recommeded Read:  RYA Competent Crew (A RYA training publication) By Royal Yachting Association

St Patrick’s Day : by John Foster

st patricks day

St. Patrick’s Day, which falls on March 17th, is the Christian feast day which celebrates St. Patrick’s life.

How fast time is moving on, a lesson we must all learn - Time waits for no one.

So you need to make the most of your time here on earth, and let’s face no one has a better time than the Irish all over the world on St Pat’s day .

To me this is a great time for spending with your family and friends, sharing tales and stories of the family’s past.

Have a party and just enjoying ones self. Not forgetting of course that the day is a public holiday in both the Republic of Ireland and in Northern Ireland.

The day is usually marked by parades around the world and Irish people around the world celebrate their roots and their culture. (But even if you’re not Irish there will be a welcome there for you)

Recommended Read for your children: Hooray for St. Patrick’s Day!: A Lift-The-Flap Book (Picture Puffin Books) By Joan Holub

   

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