Victor Holland
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Which grooming routine suits a longhair American Curl without tangling the ear furnishings?
Start with a very wide-toothed comb and only work on completely dry fur. I always gently hold the ear tuft at the base with one hand while combing from the tips downward with the other, which stops an…
Can a Chartreux be affectionate without becoming a velcro cat?
From my experience raising two Chartreux, the key is their independent streak - they choose when to be close. My boy, Jasper, will rub against my legs when I'm cooking, then vanish to the top of the c…
Does a British Shorthair usually tolerate toddlers better than a more spicy Oriental Shorthair?
I’ve seen it firsthand with a friend’s toddler who would chase after any cat-the British Shorthair just sat there blinking slowly, barely flinching, while the Oriental Shorthair darted under the sofa …
Would a British Shorthair get bored in a quiet flat if the owner works normal office hours?
Mine actually thrives in that exact setup. British Shorthairs are notorious for their laid-back attitude, and my cat spends most of the day napping on the sofa or watching birds from the window. I lea…
Why does the Cornish Rex coat feel so different from the Devon Rex wave?
The Cornish Rex lacks guard hairs entirely, so every single hair is soft and fine, giving that smooth, suede-like feel. The Devon Rex has a mix of normal and defective hairs, which creates a coarser, …
Is senior life with a Turkish Van still active enough to need climbing options?
Absolutely needs climbing options. My 14-year-old Turkish Van still scales her cat tree daily, though she takes more breaks than she used to. They stay playful well into senior years, just with shorte…
Which puzzle toys keep a Siamese brain busy enough to stop cabinet investigations?
I've had the best luck with the Cat Amazing Sliding Puzzle, it's a box with sliding compartments that hide treats. My Siamese spends 20 minutes pawing at it instead of trying to open the kitchen cabin…