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The Clarington Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, August 27,1994 23 by Dr. Ted Kilpatrick Dr. Wendy Korver and Dr. Michele Guerin A New Kitten In the House So, you've decided to become a cat owner. Cats make excellent companions companions - they are ideal for the person who doesn't have the time or space to walk or run a dog. Cats are normally more laid back than dogs, relatively cheap to feed they are clean and more content to be left alone than most dogs. But keep in mind that they do require brushing and grooming, regular regular attention (petting, cuddling) and, especially as kittens, periods of play time. The decision to get a kitten should not be made on the spur of the moment as the cat will likely live for 10 or 15 years or more. Pick a kitten that is attentive and playful and doesn't mind being handled qlsMsL Once you've decided that a cat is right for your home, you must choose a furry little friend. Unless of course one has already chosen you. It seems many cat owners become so thrdugh strays, friends, or gifts. If choosing one, what do you look for? Purebred or mixed breed doesn't matter much unless there's a particular breed you like the look of. Long haired cats require require more time grooming (at least once a week) whereas short haired cats require grooming only occas- sionally. Pick a kitten that is attentive and and playful and doesn't mind being being handled and stroked. Look for a healthy appearance - clean eyes, ears, nose, and haircoat. There shouldn't be any discharge from the eyes or nose. Before you bring your kitten home you should pick up a few things - a litter box and cat litter, scratching post, a brush and comb, a couple of toys, and two heavy ceramic ceramic or stainless steel bowls. You should feed a high quality kitten food (discuss this with your veterinarian) and you must have fresh water available available at all times. Milk is not necessary necessary and a large number of cats cannot cannot properly digest the lactose in milk and may develop gas or diarrhea. diarrhea. Once you have chosen your kitten you should visit your veterinarian. This first visit will give you a chance to get to know your doctor, find out what to do in case of an emergency, and ask any questions you may have on the care of your kitten. Depending on your kitten's age, you veterinarian may administer vaccinations for feline feline distemper, upper respiratory infections, infections, rabies, and feline leukemia. Take a stool sample along with you so your pet can be examined, and treated if necessary, for internal para- FALLING FOR FRILLS Many purchasers go househunting in a remarkably casual way - and sometimes end up making costly mistakes. One of the mistakes a househunter, and frequently, the novice househunter, can make is, buying the Frill instead of the house. All too often someone will fall in love with an eye-catching feature and buy the wrong house. This mistake happens quite often and in all price ranges and to people of all ages. Purchasers skip over careful consideration of the MAJOR FACTORS because something MINOR has really attracted them. The lure may be the unique decor, a charming fireplace, a swimming pool or a hot tub, or even a flowering crab apple tree in a well-tended garden. Yielding to SUPERFICIAL ATTRACTIONS like these can result in a buyer winding up with a thoroughly unsuitable house. Bear in mind that these same alluring features can usually be added to another home at a relatively small cost, considering the amount of the overall purchase price. The purchase of a home is the largest financial investment that most people will make in a lifetime. Depend on your real estate agent for guidance and professional assistance when making that final decision! Be part of our exciting Car Sweepstakes. List or sell with me before Dec. 15, 1994, and you could be the winner of our 1994 Pontiac Grand-Am. Call me for details at Family Realty 2000 Ltd., Bowmanville, 623-2000 (24 hr. pager). • © PETER KOWAL Real Estate Limited Broker r 52 King St. W., Bowmanville Phone: (905) 623-2453 Fax: (905) 623-0136 SERVING BOW MANVILLE AND AREA SINCE 1955 The Little Office That's Big on Service GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR EXTRA INCOME! Main Floor Commercial unit suitable for professional office has great King Street exposure PLUS spacious 2 bedroom, two storey apartment with extra , washroom and nice rear yard PLUS »jj one bedroom upper apartment PLUS 2 ; car garage. Don't overlook the potential here! Asking $275,000. BUILDING LOT with 118 feet frontage on Hwy. 2, east of Newcastle. Already has trees, extra fill, drilled well. $59,900. COTTAGE BUILDING LOTS on Rice Lake Island. Hydro available and mainland parking included. List Price: $39,900. KING STREET COMMERCIAL PROPERTY with attractive storefront and three residential apartments. Extremely well maintained building. Call us for all the details. YOU CAN RELY ON OUR "KOWALITY" SERVICE. © sites. You should also discuss spaying spaying or neutering your pet with your veterinarian. This is usually done at approximately 6 months of age and not only is it the responsible choice but it will also decrease the likelihood likelihood of problems such as spraying or the development of mammary tumours. tumours. You have taken on a large responsibility responsibility as an owner of a cat but you will be paid back many times over with years of amusement and companionship companionship that your cat will offer. Congratulations and enjoy! ^ m ALL REAL ESTATE LTD REALTOR Toronto Dir: (905) 640-1200 Res: (905) 640-3337 Fax: (905) 640-8831 N.W. Corner Hwy. 48 & 47 Stouffville, Ontario L4A 7X5 I 5 SAUNDERS AVENUE, BOWMANVILLE 3 bedroom bungalow, separate living and dining room, big eat-in kitchen, 2 baths, and a walkout to deck. Detached garage, paved drive, mature landscaping all on a 50' x 180' lot for just $129,900. Call Karen Croft, Sales Rep., 905-640-1200 or 905-640-3337. Member of Toronto & York Reeion Real Estate Board © 1 KING ST. W., BOWMANVILLE, ONT. L1C 1R2 Tor. Line: (905) 683-1119 • Osh. Line: (9(B) 404-1377 xxxxxx-xy/vxx iT-7-x-xt»vX-:- v vx-xx- r-:v. , rvrî~\vx->x-xvx iw.-x- ï :x-: x-x x-x x-x-: x-XvX-x-x-:: a 1 : V | jrv i-iff 1 % y 5 bed. century home, wide pine floors, wall to wall fireplace in fam. rm. & master bed., large mature lot, two car det. garage. Janet Mulder Sales Representative lb\ 3 bed. backsplit on mature lot, large eat-in kitchen w/separate din. rm., finished rec. rm. w/woodstove. Hobbs Dr./ Bowmanville I 3 plus 1 bdrm. bungalow, beautifully finished^ I lower level with fieldstone fireplace in family ^ I room, 3 pc. bath, 4th bdrm., new shingles, newly ! ;j paved double drive. Call and ask for Betty Smith. S'il Well kept bungalow on large lot, close to hospital & other conveniences. MT 3 bedroom town house, garage, gas heat, 4 " ,Ji north Bowmanville. $875.00 monthly. P0WEE OF SALE • §49,000 *wnmot creek 1 * Retirement Village • Two bedrooms •Florida Room, separate dining room •Maintenance & lease fees extra LUXURY WATERFRONT CONDO « $167,500 Woodbuming stove fireplace • Solarium, Whirlpoolbath • Use of common areas, party facilities & pool • Call EDNA HAMEL for more information.^ dna Hamel Sales Representative _______ 25 Acres with Stream & Pond, An. simpson 2 Barns and 3 Bedroom Farm House Sales Representative . 1 /• • in need of repair. U II m Call Arm Simpson for more information. h sa % rJ*! Bn By ' efi I É <3sf \W W Roser Cres. z Bowmanville A Very nice 3 bdrm. semi, attached carport " plus detached 10'xl2' insulated workshop. Upgraded windows, security system, central vac., 3 good appliances, Betty Smith finished basement. Call and ask for Betty Sales Representative North end Century Home on large mature lot. læwssmœim