Cats are constant companions wherever humans choose to live, whether they’re kept as pets or left to fend for themselves in the streets. However, caring for a cat can be difficult if you are not well-informed about proper cat care. Dealing with the problem of feral cats can cost a great deal of money.
Make sure you don’t allow your cat to be around drape cords. Cats can potentially strangle themselves on these cords so it is important to protect your cat from this potential danger. This could kill them. Be sure your drape cords are strongly secured.
Groom your cat. A cat’s fur must be brushed or combed on a regular basis. This leads to a cleaner cat. It’s also helpful in reducing how much cats shed and how often they spit out those dreaded hairballs. A cat that is well-groomed is one that looks the best at home.
Your cat can devastate your furniture with its claws. If your cat is ripping up and shredding your home, invest in a kitty tower or scratching post. Use catnip or other scents that are attractive to your kitty to encourage him to go there. It might take time, but eventually you will see that the damage to your furniture is diminished.
Keeping your cats away from the counters can be hard. After all, cats prefer to stay high so that they can keep an eye out on everything. It helps to provide your cat with certain high spaces where it is allowed. Your cat will not go on your counters if there’s a cat tower close to the kitchen.
Never let your cat experience frequent boredom. Play is important to the health and vitality of your cat. Unfortunately there are too many cat owners who don’t properly exercise their cats. Cats that are frequently bored may develop OCD, depression or other harmful conditions. Give them plenty of space to roam and provide them with toys to give them some exercise. Provide them with an indoor climbing area or scratching post.
Litter Box
When it comes to litter boxes, placement is everything. The litter box should not be kept in an area with a lot of traffic. In addition, it does not need to be near the cat’s food. To help control odors place the litter box in a well ventilated area. Your cat will be more comfortable and you will too.
Receiving plenty of positive, loving attention is important for your cat. Cats need just as much companionship as they give out. Like most people, cats like to socialize and feel that they are included in the family. They want to feel like a contented and satisfied member of the family.
Male felines tend to have a build-up of crystals that present in the urine, so you need to avoid this with proper nutrition. This problem is painful for the cat and to your wallet, as well. Feed your cat food that is low in magnesium. Go over the label carefully. Fish-based foods usually contain more magnesium than poultry-based foods.
Make a tablecloth for your cats. Some cats like removing food from their bowl and eating it beside their bowl. This can result in you having to clean up food outside its bowl if you don’t use a tablecloth. Use a placemat under your cat’s bowl or cut some fabric to create a small tablecloth. Shake the placemat or cloth over the garbage regularly.
You should try your hardest to figure out the reason that you are hearing your cat meow. After living with your cat for long, it’s easier to interpret its meows. It may be a sign your cat needs food, or needs to be let outdoors. Listen to what’s she’s trying to tell you, and you’ll begin to understand her cues.
Provide your cat with high-quality cat food. Beef, fish or chicken, all great protein sources, should head the list of main ingredients. Stay way from cat foods made of corn or any other ingredients that aren’t based in protein. Because cats are carnivores, their diet need only consist of a good source of protein.
Identification Tags
Make sure your cats always have identification tags on. This is very important for indoor cats. Cats love to explore, and if they see an opportunity to go outside, they will take it. Your cat’s identification tags should provide your contact info and that of your veterinarian. This is particularly important if you have a cat with medical needs.
If you want to buy a second cat, prepare for some time where the cats will be familiarizing themselves with each other. Do not expect an instant friendship. Instead, look for them to hide frequently, hiss and possibly even become physical with each other. After a bit of time, you’ll have two cats that will tolerate, and possibly enjoy, each other.
It should now be possible for you to come out of your house and fight any stray cats that are trying to invade your yard. If left unchecked, stray cats can do a lot of damage. Cats need to be loved and treated with care. Do your best to be a considerate and responsible cat owner.