What affects us affects cats
This is an interesting observation from Dr Bruce Fogle in one of his books (Complete Cat Care) which is confirmed anecdotally on the internet. Usually placid longhaired cats become ‘markedly more active and involved in family life’ after their fur is trimmed down. This is usually in the form of a lion cut in …
“The lion cut: no, it’s not cruel” – the words of Jackson Galaxy in his book Total Cat Mojo. It caught my eye because I am against lion cuts and any attempts at modifying the anatomy of a cat if it is done for the owner’s amusement. And that’s the point that Jackson makes …
I don’t believe lion cuts can be justified and I explain why. Look at this poor cat’s face and demeanour and tell me her owner has done the right thing in putting her through a lion cut…. The only justification for putting your cat through a lion cut is for strict medical and health …
I am not sure about the cat lion cut. It is quite popular and on occasions is carried out by a veterinarian who may put the cat under a general anaesthetic. That for me is unacceptable because anaesthetics carry risks for cats – unless, of course, it is being done for health reasons such …
