Cats are amazing friends and companions. They offer companionship, clean themselves and are easily trained. The following contains helpful advice all cat owners should know.
Check out the shelter when adopting a cat. Shelters have tons of great cats and their adoption fee will generally cover necessary vet care. Adopting your cat through a shelter means you are helping to control the cat population and saving a life at the same time.
Keep your cat groomed. You can regularly brush or comb your cat. This can keep them clean. It also helps to reduce their shedding and can cut down on how many times they are spitting up hairballs. Brushing your cat will keep your home cleaner, too.
Cats can get into even the tiniest of spaces. If your cat wears a collar they might get hurt, and stuck. Collars designed to release when sufficient force is applied (“breakaway” collars) are a great idea. This can make the difference in whether your cat have nine lives or only a couple of them.
In order to be sure your cat is healthy, take them to their vet regularly. They need a check-up and possibly vaccinations. Cats should see a vet right away if any health problems or injuries needing treatment occur.
Flea Products
Don’t use dog portions for your cat. Cats will react very negatively to any products intended for dogs. Be very careful with the flea products you use. Using dog flea products on your cat can kill them. If you treat your dog for fleas, make sure you keep the cat away for several hours following the application.
Spritz a little bitter apple on electrical cords to protect your cats. Cords should be covered, especially if your cat tends to chew on them. Hide those loose cords and keep them out of sight in no longer needed paper towel rolls. Cats are drawn to wires and cords, so you should keep them out of sight and out of mind if they are not being used.
You should never allow your cat to be bored all the time. Cats require plenty of exercise. Too frequently this need is overlooked by owners. Bored cats can develop depression and other harmful health conditions. Provide them with space to exercise and lots of toys to play with. Give them a cat tree to play with.
You won’t be sorry that you chose a cat for your new companion. Cats are great for reducing the stress in people’s lives. Having said this, in order to actually enjoy your cat, you need to be aware of how to properly care for for your cat. Try these tips and advice, and you will enjoy many years with your cat.