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Cats USA 2007
2007

1 | Editor's Note: Quest for a Great Kitten
In your search for a kitten, choose one that will fit in with you and your family. More >>
By Jackie Franza

8 | What's Your Cat Style?
Find your perfect match among the most popular pedigreed cats.
By Eve Adamson

20 | Where to Find Your Pedigreed Kitten
A reputable breeder can introduce you to the kitten of your dreams.
By Elaine Waldorf Gewirtz

30 | Pick of the Litter
4 steps to choosing a healthy, sound kitten from a litter.
By Lisa A. Hanks

38 | Danger!
Help protect kitty from the hidden hazards around your home.
By Karla S. Rugh, D.V.M., Ph.D.

44 | What's Up, Doc? 
Our vet answers 10 of the most common kitten health questions.
By Jon Geller, D.V.M. 

50 | Kitten Cuisine 101
Lessons in choosing a quality food for your feline friend.
By Wendy Bewell-Wilson 

56 | At-Home Grooming Tips
Keep your kitten looking clean and smelling sweet with these simple grooming techniques.
By Liz Palika 

64 | Thinking Inside the Box
To keep litterbox use consistent, consider the size and location of the box, as well as litter type.
By Kim Campbell Thornton 

72 | Good Kitty!
With a little persistence, you can prevent bad habits from forming, and live peacefully with a well-mannered cat.
By Susan Ewing 

78 | Meet and Greet
Use care and good judgment when introducing the newest member of the family to kids and other pets.
By Farrell R. Clancy 

86 | 2006 Photo Contest Winners 
Check out the winners of the Cats USA 2006 Photo Contest.

96 | It's Playtime! 
Playing with your kitten is fun, and also keeps your mischievous one out of trouble.
By Don Vaughan 

110 | Check Out a Cat Show 
These feline-filled events are fun and informative.
By Fran Hodgkins




 

Cat Lovers’ Yellow Pages

29 | Your Breed Guide: A handy reference guide that will help you find a few cat breeds that might fit your lifestyle and personality.

43 | Keep Away! A list of some plants, trees, flowers and foods that are toxic to cats.

55 | Cats USA Kitten Food Guide

62 | Cats USA Buyers’ Guide: Grooming Essentials

70 | Cats USA Buyers’ Guide: Litter Essentials

84 | Now You're Talkin' Cat: This basic list of cat lingo defines coat patterns, breeder terminology and anatomy to help you better understand the fancy.

94 | Cats USA Buyers’ Guide: Kitty Boutique

102 | Cats USA Buyers’ Guide:
Toys

104 | Kitty Directory: Groups that serve you and your pets.

119 | Directory of Breeds

148 | Gallery of Breeds

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