My Cat Jon Jon Likes Melons

My Cat Jon Jon Likes Melons
Cats liking fruit,melons in particular.
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Mosquito Concern and JonJon And His Favorite Time To Be Outside
Jon Jon and Percy have always enjoyed their outside time anywhere between 6 and 8. But now JonJon wants to stay out when its dark . He tells me its the best hunting time. I have been working on the patio sometimes into the dark and Jon loves it he plays Kommando Kitty. He ducks in the grass, like no one can see him, ears flat, and then POUNCE!!! He has landed his bug!!! But it grosses me out and I just don't think its a good idea for him to be eating bugs. My partner says I am overprotective but I disagree. Anyways I also wonder about the mosquitos. I have heard they can hurt animals too so I really try to watch if the mosquitos start up and if they do I put him in but then I have to come in lol because he just stares at me from the sliding glass door and I can't bear it so I end up coming in too. I'm not over protective but maybe I spoil them---just a little. lol
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posted by Barb111 on Thursday, July 17, 2008 at 11:43 AM
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posted by smaggy on Jul 18, 2008 at 06:51 PM
Dogs are susceptible to canine heartworm, which is vectored by certain mosquito species.  It's not so common in cats.  I'd worry more about rodents your cat might catch and eat.  If you're concerned, talk to your vet...at least make a call to a local vet and ask if they see heartworm cases in cats in your area (or any other mosquito-borne diseases in cats).
Let them have their fun!!!  You're lucky you don't live out in the country (like me).  We don't have cats anymore, but our neighbors with cats have to worry about a family of foxes and coyotes out here!
Cheers!
A retired vector control education coordinator
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