October 2008

What's On CatChannel.com
8 | Your Internet Source for CAT FANCY Content and More
By Robin Rockey

BEHAVIOR & TRAINING

12 | A Different Approach
Trainers at the San Diego Zoo click to teach big cats new tricks.
By Robin Rockey

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LIFESTYLE

14 | Home Life
For cats that need medication, pill pockets save the day.
By Sandy Robins

16 | Cats Are Good For You
5 ways your pet helps your health
By Laura Lee Bloor

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BREEDS

22 | Breed Profile: Black Magic
The sleek Bombay casts a spell on its owners.
By Elisa Jordan

26 | Breed Snapshot: Solid as a Rock
The single-colored Persian remains a favorite.
By Elisa Jordan

HEALTH & CARE

30 | Natural Cat
Does your cat need annual vaccines?
By Helen Jablonski

33 | Health News
By Ruth MacPete, DVM

34 | A Second Chance At Life
Kidney transplants can save cats suffering from renal failure.
By Rachel Leisemann

36 | Surviving Epilepsy
Cats with seizure disorders can lead long, happy lives.
By Suzanne Pitner

40 | Beat Hyperthyroidism
Treatment can control this common condition and give cats normal lives.
By Mary Gorman

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ADVOCACY & RESCUE

44 | Rescue of the Month
An abandoned kitten finds a forever home.
By Michael Marley

45 | Foster Focus
A woman's first step into fostering saves thousands of cats.
By Cimeron Morrissey

46 | Cat Wills & Trusts
Make sure your pet is provided for after you're gone.
By Jennifer Williams, Ph.D.

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50 | The Men of Rescue Ink
These tough-looking volunteers have a soft spot for cats.
By Soraya Gutierrez

PRODUCTS

52 | Trendy Product of the Month
PLUS! Elisa's Essentials

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1 | Editor's Note
6 | Reader Letters
10 | Ask the Vet, Behavior
20 | Garfield Weighs In
28 | Cat Calendar
32 | Ask the Vet, Health
53 | Coming in CF, Ad Index
54 | Feline Boutique
58 | Gallery of Breeds
65 | Feline Showcase
68 | Cat Breeder Directory
83 | Classified Ads
86 | Cats For Kids, Sadie
87 | Reader Photos
88 | Book Club

Click here to read CatChannel's exclusive interview with author Blaize Clement.