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Nicola Bailey
United Kingdom
Приєднався 22 січ 2012
Welcome UA-camrs - thank you for taking the time to visit my channel :-)
My name is Nicola and I am a lover of all things feline. I have owned cats almost my entire life and have been showing and breeding Birmans & more latterly Persians since 2001. I share my home with a number of gorgeous cats, from the steady and dependable Birman Oscar to the regal and beautiful Persian Lulu.
You will get to know all the characters as I add more videos, plus I hope to give tutorial videos on various aspects of cat care. There will also be videos of my kittens as they are born, grow and play.
So watch this space!
My name is Nicola and I am a lover of all things feline. I have owned cats almost my entire life and have been showing and breeding Birmans & more latterly Persians since 2001. I share my home with a number of gorgeous cats, from the steady and dependable Birman Oscar to the regal and beautiful Persian Lulu.
You will get to know all the characters as I add more videos, plus I hope to give tutorial videos on various aspects of cat care. There will also be videos of my kittens as they are born, grow and play.
So watch this space!
Furballs - How to Manage Them.
Do you think that "All cats get furballs, they are a normal part of cat behaviour"? Then it's time to think again! Furballs are many things but they should never be considered normal, in fact they can be life threatening.
In this video we explore how and why furballs are created in the first place, and check out a method for managing them.
If you feel that your cat may have a blockage, whether caused by a furball or something else, please seek emergency veterinary treatment right away!
Common symptoms of a gut blockage include:
Vomiting
Pain (growling, hiding away or not wanting to be handled)
Pooing less or liquid diarrhoea
Low energy (lethargy)
Little or no interest in food or drink
Weight loss
Other signs of feeling sick i.e. drooling, lip smacking and swallowing
A string hanging from their mouth (never pull it).
For further reading on the matters and solution discussed within the video, please see the following websites:
www.foodfurlife.com/how-to-best-manage-hairballs.html#:~:text=The%20egg%20yolk%20lecithin%20emulsifies,supplement%20may%20also%20be%20needed.
www.veterinarypracticenews.com/Chronic-Vomiting-in-Cats-isnt-Normal-After-All/
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this video is informational and educational, based on my own personal experiences as a cat owner. But please be advised, I am not a veterinarian and will not be held responsible for any adverse reactions your pet might experience based on the information on this video. The health of your pet is 100% in your hands. I expect you to use your knowledge of your pet and your circumstances to determine, with the knowledge and input of your trusted veterinarian, whether any advice provided on this site is appropriate for your pet.
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In this video we explore how and why furballs are created in the first place, and check out a method for managing them.
If you feel that your cat may have a blockage, whether caused by a furball or something else, please seek emergency veterinary treatment right away!
Common symptoms of a gut blockage include:
Vomiting
Pain (growling, hiding away or not wanting to be handled)
Pooing less or liquid diarrhoea
Low energy (lethargy)
Little or no interest in food or drink
Weight loss
Other signs of feeling sick i.e. drooling, lip smacking and swallowing
A string hanging from their mouth (never pull it).
For further reading on the matters and solution discussed within the video, please see the following websites:
www.foodfurlife.com/how-to-best-manage-hairballs.html#:~:text=The%20egg%20yolk%20lecithin%20emulsifies,supplement%20may%20also%20be%20needed.
www.veterinarypracticenews.com/Chronic-Vomiting-in-Cats-isnt-Normal-After-All/
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this video is informational and educational, based on my own personal experiences as a cat owner. But please be advised, I am not a veterinarian and will not be held responsible for any adverse reactions your pet might experience based on the information on this video. The health of your pet is 100% in your hands. I expect you to use your knowledge of your pet and your circumstances to determine, with the knowledge and input of your trusted veterinarian, whether any advice provided on this site is appropriate for your pet.
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Music by Bensound and other UA-cam Artists.
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Grooming Persian & Other Longhaired Cats
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The Persian cat possesses an incredible, long coat which adds to the beauty of this wonderful breed. However due to it's length and thickness the cat is not able to keep it in tip top condition by licking alone. That leaves them a risk of furballs, dangerous intestinal blockages and severe matting. Daily grooming is an essential part of Persian Cat ownership, keeping you cat not only looking go...
Birman & Persian Cats at Christmas
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With the festive season upon us, we take a look back at some photos and videos I have taken over the years of my cats and kittens. It still surprises me that while the Birmans were content to removed the baubles and other decorations to play with, all of the Persian kittens insisted on climbing up the tree! Music by various UA-cam artists.
How to assess a Birman kitten for show potential
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In this video I take you through the process I use when assessing Birman kittens to decide whether they have the potential to go to shows or if they are best suited as family pets. Please pause the video to read the of Standard of Points parts if you need to.
Seal Point Birman Kittens at thirteen weeks of age
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The litter are now 13 weeks old and as they reach the point that they would normally have to be stepping out alone into the world, it's all about finding out where each are in the pecking order. This week they have been wrestling a lot more, testing each others strength and practicing the skills they would need to hold territory. Their time with me is drawing to a close and they will off to the...
Birman kittens at twelve weeks old
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The litter are now 12 weeks old and the knitted mouse is still a big favourite. Their second vaccination is rapidly approaching and with that their time with me is drawing to a close. Their skills have improved markedly, and they usually do make the jumps they are aiming for and very rarely run into things when playing now. Their coordination is much better. The litter consists of four Seal Poi...
Eleven week old Birman kittens playing.
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The litter are now 11 weeks old and they have a new toy to play with. They are getting so big!! They are also loosing the tiny kitten look and showing hints of what is to come when they are adults. The litter consists of four Seal Point kittens, one male and three females. Music by Bensound and other UA-cam Artists.
Seal Point Birman Kittens at Ten Weeks Old
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The litter are now 10 weeks old. They have had their first vaccination now, and are letting more leggy as their growth rate continues at quite a pace. They are all over 1kg in weight. The litter consists of four Seal Point kittens, one male and three females. Music by Bensound and other UA-cam Artists.
Birman kittens at nine weeks of age.
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The litter have now reached nine weeks of age. A couple of new toys have been added this week which are viewed with a certain amount of suspicion at first. They are starting to fill out more, their bodies are lengthening and they are starting to lose the tiny kitten look. The litter consists of four Seal point kittens, one male and three females.
Seal Point Birman kittens at eight weeks old.
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The litter have now reached eight weeks of age. Their characters are starting to develop and they are testing their strength against one another, establishing an order of hierarchy. They are becoming more agile every day, their pouncing and coordination is more accurate, and they are less likely to run into things. The litter consists of four Seal point kittens, one male and three females.
Seven week old Birman kittens playing
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The litter have now reached seven weeks of age, and they are spending a lot more time playing and testing out their agility and hunting skills. They are still very clumsy, often fail to look where they are going so have a tendency to crash into objects. I gave them a scrunched up paper ball to play with this week which proved very popular. The litter consists of four Seal point kittens, one mal...
Six week old Birman Kittens playing together
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What powder do you put on? Also just water is what you use to clean her eyes?
So in this video I was using Eye Envy solution and powder to clean her eyes and face.
Wow this kitten is just beautiful ❤️🥰❤️
Thank you
Hi Nicola, I just got a British Longhair kitten. I would love to know how you start training him for brushing. Do you have tips and tricks for this? Thanks!
Ideally, the breeder will have started your kitten's education while he was with them, then all you need to do is just continue. Pick a time when he isn't feeling too playful, and start off with a comb. Gently comb his entire body, making sure you get right down through the fur to the skin. If he's still relaxed, finish off with a slicker brush. If he becomes agitated at any point or too playful, stop and give him time to settle down. It's better to give them a good experience when being groomed or it can become a battle which helps noone.
@@Nicola_Bailey thanks Nicola!
I love Birman cats
So cute
She’s such a good baby
I know this breed sheds. But If I groom the coat every day, will there still be hair on the floor?
You will reduce the amount being shed by daily grooming, but you will never be able to completely prevent the hair being shed onto furniture or flooring.
@@Nicola_Bailey do you have any idea how it's for british short hair?
All coated cat breeds shed, British Shorthairs are no exception.
Adorable, I have been considering one of these for a while, have had cats before but nothing as classy as a Persian.
our cat would never lay there so still and calm. he fights me every bit of the way.
WOW she's exceptionally beautiful😍🥰
Thank you
What kind of cat?
She is a Golden Persian.
What a beautiful Persian , and great advice , thanks ❤
Thank you! 😃
Beautiful cat 😭
Thank you! 😊
What kind of powder is that and what kind of solution should you use?
I used Eye Envy solution and powder here.
Male or fe female
Female.
There sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo. Cute how are they sooooooooooo adorable just how
How do I find a reputable breeder in Northeast usa? Seems so few kittens around? Ear trouble, so no flying for now, or I would go anywhere in the world to find a kitten. I fell in love w blue Birman years ago when I cat sat for a friend each winter. Zephyr was so sweet playful, gentle, and gorgeous. I promised myself so day I would have my own Birman. Dimply adore the breed, they are indeed puppy like
I recommend you try www.birmansusa.com there is a breeder register on there so hopefully you'll be able to find someone within a fairly sensible travelling distance to you. Good luck with your search.
@@Nicola_Bailey Thank you.
Hi, nice video. I have both the Cleopatra's Needle and the Needle Needs Millennium and looking to buy the Omanik, when it’s back in stock
I definitely prefer the Ominak of the three. I hope you are able to get one soon.
Where's the mother?
She is in the room with them but isn't able to suckle them yet due to Neonatal Isoerythrolysis. This short is taken from one of my longer Vlogs which explains it. ua-cam.com/video/rhi5Xdb2Whs/v-deo.htmlsi=CNoD_Lm5rX_2QoXr
Thanks for posting.
@Nicola_Bailey Ahh.. Thank you for the explanation. I pray they are healthy, happy, loved, and find forever homes. In Jesus Christ's name, amen. ❤️
I got the same cat.I called her liberty
What a beautiful girl. Cats are superior 💪❤
How does that happen you brush them all the time
A Persian coat will get knots literally minutes after you groom them, especially when they are moulting.
Can you a video about British Shorthair and Longhair kittens.
I'm sorry no, because I do not breed British Shorthair or Longhair cats. I only breed Birman and Persian cats.
Hi. Fellow persian owner here, noticed you skipped right past the rear legs once the cat showed they weren't up for it! Any tips? I find they hate having their rear legs pulled out so I can get into the bits that are hard to get a comb into.
Really it's just a case of doing a bit at a time and not letting it become a battle. It's better to wait several hours or until the next day to tackle the bit you had to skip because the cat had reached their tolerance level. Fern (the cat in the video) isn't the easiest cat to groom, so normally I'd do part of her in the morning then leave her to settle before finishing the job later in the afternoon.
Birmans best house cat breed in my opinion
so cute❤
I adore my baby girl sacred Birman 4 and a half months. She smells so good she gives me oxytocin rushes ❤❤❤
How old is she in cat years
A cat who is 1 human year old is 15 cat years old.
Great video -thanks!
Wow i found my cat thank you
May I ask why you remove their claws?
I don't remove the claws (an activity that is illegal in the UK, thank goodness), I clip the sharp tip of the claw, rather like cutting your own nails. Doing this means that the kittens/cats don't cause damage to furniture if they scratch or climb on them, they also can't cause as much damage to me as I'm handling them as kittens are very playful and sometimes try to jump out of my hands or climb my legs.
Finally found my cat same clours
cute baby
Thank you.
Thank you so much...but please what is this liquid?
I used Eye Envy in this video.
THANKS @@Nicola_Bailey
Furballs how to manage them…..manscaped Jokes aside this actually really helpful thanks 😊 👍🏽
VERY CUTE, can't wait to get our Birmans soon - question: I like a Lilac point Kitten but by the time I can get her, she will be 4 months and 2 weeks -- is there a HUGE different in term of bonding with my daughters? I know the earlier the better, but she's afraid that the kitten is too "old" for her to recognize her before she goes to college in September? I don't think it matters, do you? Otherwise, we have 2 boys of 3 months and 2 weeks for possible purchase from France (we are in Switzerland) anyway; thus 1mo. younger....
No, you will be able to bond with kittens at 18 weeks just as easily as if they were younger.
@@Nicola_Bailey Thank you, yet we decided to get another pair of girls at 3mo. and 1 week non-pedigree tho... But are Birmans sensitive with food - having a sensitive stomach in general? Because I never had them before and our cats switched food without major problems
So cute!
0:57 lol I feel like your cat is going look at the camera and say “ diabetus “ But how do you get yours so well trained my late cat never let pet her belly yet she would roll over by me exposing it then I go to pet her belly only to end up with scratches lol
This girl is normally quite sensitive about her tummy, but she was really good here. She must have known she was on camera 😄
It’s like watching a Pokémon evolving
Thank you for these tips!!! Your cat is really well behaved.
Glad it was helpful!
Me encantan tus gatos, enhorabuena
Finding show quality Birmans in Canada is like looking for a needle in a haystack. I would want 2 kittens so bad for ever since I spent a summer in France I fell in love with the breed . Turned out that it was the most popular breed there for everyone that I met that had a cat had a Birman.
Finding a show quality Birman is hard in itself, finding two at the same time would be pretty rare indeed. Few are available because the breeder will most likely keep them themselves.
Birmans are no. 2 on the most popular breed cat in France (no. 1 is Maine Coon) according to LOOF...That's why we are driving 2hrs from Zurich, CH to get our pedigree boys as papa is the champion many times with LOOF
So fluffy!!❤❤
Hi Nicola, can you tell me what size Terrance the tiger is please, this is a great idea for a. Kitten toy!
Hi, he is about 100cm long (excluding his tail) and 45cm tall at the top of his head. I got him from an auction, but they are still available both new and used on Ebay in various sizes.
i prefer calm cats.. which is better birman or persian? love your videos, keep posting. ❤️
Persians are calmer than Birmans, but Birmans cope better in a busier household, especially one with younger kids. Persians are also a lot more work to keep their fur in good condition. I think the Persian has a nicer character though.
love the ravel soundtrack :)
Can u tell me Which power is this
It's Eye Envy.
@@Nicola_Bailey thank you so much
Needle Needs are now saying the lead time is 20 weeks for orders. The Millennium Frame is available from 10" through to 36" Scroll Bars, and there are 3 different sizes of stretcher bars. So I think the Millennium wins on variety of sizes.
As the Quantum has 11 sizes of scroll bars ranging from about 6" to 42" and 6 sizes of stretches bars, it beats the Millennium hands down for sizing variety. Ominak Factory are giving a lead time of 4 weeks presently.
Now Millennium frame has 9 sizes from 8"-36" and 5 sizes of strecher bars ; the shipping time also more reasonable, I knew 3 cases receiving their orders in 4 weeks, but the prices have gone higher.
great job! thanks
was this the kitten in the previous video? holly cow! what a fantastic cat!
If you mean the video showing the kitten growing up to 1 year of age, then no. Yhis is that kittens mother.