It has frequently happened that cats have been made ill by the
fright and confinement.
Cats and dogs sometimes take contagious diseases from each other, and if
allowed to run at large they may carry the disease to children or to
other pet animals. If our pets are ill they should not be turned out of
doors, but should be kept by themselves in a comfortable, quiet room,
taken good care of, and on no account should children be allowed to
handle them. If we are ill with a contagious disease, our pets should
not be allowed in the room with us.
[Illustration: "PLEASE GIVE ME SOME MORE!"]
To keep in good health, cats need to have access to fresh grass and
clean water. They much enjoy being brushed with a brush that is not too
stiff.
Remember that cats are delicate and easily injured about the head and
should be handled carefully.
Agnes Repplier says: "Cats are extremely sensitive and dislike loud
voices and bustling ways. They love repose, calmness, and grace."
STORIES OF CATS.
There was once a cat that lived in a house in London. Her master owned a
country home also, and twice a year pussy made the journey between the
two houses. She always showed great interest and pleasure when the
trunks were brought out and the packing cases were being filled.
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