Wendy May

Wendy May

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Which brush handles the breeches and tail without making the cat spicy?
I’ve found that a **wide-toothed greyhound comb** works better than most brushes for the breeches and tail area. The teeth are spaced far apart, so they don’t catch or tug on the longer, finer fur aro…
Is a Burmese voice closer to a soft chatty murmur or a Siamese-level announcement?
A Burmese voice sits comfortably in the middle, leaning toward a soft, raspy murmur rather than a Siamese-level announcement. While both breeds are vocal, the Burmese typically uses a lower-pitched, m…
Is the seal point Siamese look enough to guess temperament, or do colorpoints vary wildly?
In my experience, the seal point pattern is not a reliable indicator of temperament. I've owned a seal point who was the quietest, most independent cat I've ever had-she'd tolerate affection on her te…
Is a longhair Selkirk Rex much harder to maintain than the shorthair version?
Brushing frequency is not the only difference - the longhair's coat collects litter and food crumbs way more easily, so you have to check her chin and paws daily. My longhair girl gets bits stuck in h…
Where do the toe tufts cause the most mess, litter box, water bowl, or hallway?
I notice the worst mess with toe tufts happens at the water bowl actually. The long hairs between their toes act like tiny sponges, so every time they drink, they trail wet footprints and leave little…
Can a Korat share attention with another cat, or does it prefer being the main character?
In my experience with my own Korat, they can absolutely learn to share attention, but they do have a strong need for feeling special. I introduced a second cat slowly and made sure my Korat still got …