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 | You're voting, and I'm listening. So far, the top wants and needs for new cat content are Behavior, Health, Senior Cats, and our Bond With Cats, so look forward to new articles on those topics in coming months. Yesterday I received a warning from a prominent veterinary hospital that a severe heat wave will be sweeping across the U.S. Just a heads up, so that you can help your cats keep cool. It should go without saying to keep them indoors, if at all possible. Connect With Franny
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Cat Picture of the Week: Meka
In July we celebrate calico cats, and Meka, featured in our Cat Picture of the Week, is a stunning example of that color pattern. 
Meka, now nine years old, was adopted by Kris when she was a 12 week old kitten. Kris describes Meka as somewhat of a diva, in that she wants what she wants when she wants it, and is not afraid to demand it vocally. This trait is easily forgiven, in that Meka is also a very loving cat, and adores being held and kissed. You can share your own calico cat's story along with two photos in the Calico Cats Show and Tell Gallery on this website.
| Pardon the Expression: Anal Glands in Cats
Awhile ago, I received an email question from a reader with the subject title: "My Cat Stinks - Help!" Before I even read the email, I had an inkling of the nature of the problem. You see, cats' anal glands secrete one of the most noxious, smelliest substances in existence. If I had to make a choice, I'd rather have a cat rub skunk excretions on me than the stuff that comes out of his anal glands. Essence of anal glands could clear a rioting crowd quicker than tear gas. I've often thought that anal gland secretions were the inspiration for ... Read more
| Top Cat Videos on About.com
The About.com Video Team uses professional video producers to provide a visual supplement to About.com Cats content. Covered are topics such as help with litter box problems or dangerous hairballs, "how to" videos, such as how to create a flea trap using material found around the house. and informational videos such as videos about various breeds of cats. Most videos include a written transcript underneath the video window, for ready reference. These are the current most popular cat videos on my site.
| Cat Breed of the Week: Domestic Cats
 Domestic cats have always been my favorite breed, and all but one of the scores of cats who have been family members over the past five decades have been domestic cats (whether you call them alley cats, house cats, mixed breed, or moggies).
Billy, pictured here, is the youngest of my boys at ten, but in his mind, he is the king of the castle. "Humble" is not a word in Billy's catabulary. Is he spoiled? You bet. Does he appreciate it? I suspect he considers it his just due, and I wholeheartedly agree. I believe that all cats deserve to be spoiled, whether they be the finest champion Persians to the scrawniest alley cat.
Photo Credit: © Franny Syufy The vast majority of my readers seem to share my love for domestic cats, judging by my emails and to various opportunities for photo Show and Tell on my site. We're in good company, folks.
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