February 2009

ADVOCACY & RESCUE
8 | Rescue of the Month
Abandoned in a graveyard, a kitten finds a loving home.
By Bonnie L. Hazen

10 | The Cats of Pollsmoor Prison 
The prison that once housed Nelson Mandela now is home to some lucky feral cats.
By Sandy Robins

14 | Greek Tragedy 
The plight of Greece’s strays   
By Ruth MacPete DVM



Click here to read CatChannel’s exclusive slideshow on the cats of Greece.

18 | Foster Focus
Feline Superstar: Mr. Pibb, celebrity diplomate, changes the world for cats.
By Cimeron Morrissey

20 | Making a Difference 
Catalyst for Cats organization helps Santa Barbara’s feral and abandoned cats.
By Amy Orozco
PLUS! Humane News

BREEDS
22 | Breed Profile: Spot-on Fun 
The energetic Ocicat is the life of the party.
By Elisa Jordan

26 | Breed Snapshot: Sweet Little Snowflakes 
The striking appearance and endearing personality of the Snowshoe make  each cat a unique treasure.
By Stacy N. Hackett

TRAINING & BEHAVIOR
28 | Bad Cat or Bad Teeth? 
Learn how dental disease can affect your cat’s behavior.
By Helen Jablonski

HEALTH & CARE
35 | Natural Cat
Take a natural approach to your cat’s oral health.
By Lisa Hanks

36 | Health News
By Ruth MacPete, DVM

38 | Feline Dental Health 101
Early detection and prevention are key to avoiding these common diseases.
By Katie Costello 

Click here to read CatChannel’s exclusive quiz on feline oral health.

42 | A Better Future for Cats
A new organization is dedicated to raising the status and well-being of our feline friends.
By Brad Kollus

PRODUCTS
46 | Products for Cats & Their People
PLUS! Elisa’s Essentials

LIFESTYLE 
48 | Must Love Cats
Online dating for cat owners
By Kristin A. Grant

Click here to read CatChannel’s exclusive story on 10 questions every cat lover should ask a date.

51 | Home Life
They’ve got catittude
By Sandy Robins

CATCHANNEL.COM
52 | Your Internet Source for  CAT FANCY Content and More
By Nikki Batalis