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Page 14 - Rutherford Weekly 828-248-1408 www.rutherfordweekly.com Thursday, April 13-April 19, 2017 145 E. Main Street, Forest City 828-248-2336 Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm Sun 12:30-5pm ©Community First Media Community First Media 115 Reservation Drive, Spindale 828-395-2323 Mon-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 12:30-5pm T w o l o c a t i o n s t o c a r e f o r A L L T w o l o c a t i o n s t o c a r e f o r A L L t h e m e m b e r s o f y o u r f a m i l y t h e m e m b e r s o f y o u r f a m i l y LOVING CARE KENNELS & GROOMING Call today for your pets appointment 828-287-7040 245 Airport Rd., Rutherfordton Mon.-Fri. 7:30am-6pm Sat. & Sun. 4:30pm-5:30pm It's time to remove those undercoats. Long or short haired your dog will feel the difference with a good spring grooming. By Appointment Only ©Community First Media Community First Media New pets can make life at home more exciting. Cats are popular pets because of their curiosity, playfulness and size, which makes them great pets in private homes and apartments big and small. Many people prefer cats because they tend to require less maintenance than dogs and felines are relatively self-suffi cient. According to a 2014 survey from Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, 37 percent of Canadian households included one or more cats. In the United States, the American Pet Products Association says that 30 to 37 percent of households have a cat, and more than 35 percent of cats are acquired as strays. Kittens can be soft, fl uffy and adorable to have around. However, to maintain a peaceful household and provide a safe environment for new felines, it's important for pet owners to follow some key tips. Kittens should not be separated from their mother or siblings until they're at least 10 to 12 weeks of age, provided the litter has had signifi cant human contact, offers Blue Buffalo Pet Food's animal experts. If the kittens have not had much contact, it may be possible to bring them home earlier. The earlier cats are socialized, the easier the kitten-owner relationship and the less skittish the cat may be. Cats require some necessities from the start. These include feeding bowls, litter boxes or trays, toys, and scratching posts. Washable cat beds with warm blankets are also helpful. Position the litter tray in a corner away from food and water. The International Cat Care group says that a new home can be intimidating, so it's best to introduce cats slowly to their new environments. Choose a room that's quiet where the kitten can adjust. Outfi t the room with toys and a place to snuggle or hide, and remove any hazards or breakable items. Gradually give the kitten time to venture out into the main living area to explore, watching how it behaves. If the cat dashes nervously, it may need more time to acclimate. Some kittens take up to two weeks to fully relax in a home. People should be introduced one at a time. The animal guidance group VetStreet says handling and playing with kittens at least once per day will help owners form strong emotional bonds with their cats. Children should be monitored upon introduction to the new kitten to make sure it's a positive experience for both the kitten and child. Veterinarians can offer a wealth of information for new cat owners. Ask many questions, including which foods to feed them and how often; illnesses to watch out for; suggestions on how to introduce the kitten to other pets; and guidelines for making litter box training easier. Remember to discuss having the kitten spayed or neutered right away to help combat cat overpopulation. Kittens can be playful members of the family. Treat them right from the start and they can make loving and excellent pets. Courtesy: Metro Editorial Tips for a healthy and happy kitten ©Community First Media Community First Media Special Dog Food $ 11. 99 40 lb. 18/8 188 Whitesides Rd., Rutherfordton NC 28139 188 Whitesides Rd., Rutherfordton NC 28139 828-287-3272 828-287-3272 Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30, Sat. 7:30-2:00 Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30, Sat. 7:30-2:00 188 Whitesides Rd., Rutherfordton NC 28139 828-287-3272 Mon.-Fri. 7:30-5:30, Sat. 7:30-2:00 This weeks feed sale Layer Crumble Layer Crumble 50 lb. $10.50 50 lb. $10.50 Layer Pellet Layer Pellet 50 lb. $10.50 50 lb. $10.50 Scratch Scratch 50 lb. $9.50 50 lb. $9.50 FERTILIZER IS HERE! Call for special ton pricing. 17, 17, 17 $12.63 50 lb. bag 10, 10, 10 $9.63 50 lb. bag Wrangler Wrangler Sweet Feed Sweet Feed 50 lb. $7.49 50 lb. $7.49 WE HAVE MANY PLANTS IN STOCK! 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