Cats have been a friend to humans for thousands of years. These animals have been portrayed in musicals, movies, and poems. With the provided history, it’s easy to notice why cats feel in charge. This article will teach you how to coexist and care for your cat.
You should not use products designed for other animals. Some can be quite dangerous, and even deadly, when used on a cat. This will especially be true if it’s a product for fleas. Flea treatments made for a dog can be fatal to a cat. If your dog has been treated for fleas, keep him away from your cat for at least three hours.
Deter cats from shocking themselves on electrical wires by spraying them with bitter apple. Cat can sometimes chew on cords, and they should be covered to prevent this. Use paper towel or wrapping paper rolls to bundle up cords. All thin cords should be put up when you’re not using them.
It can be hard to make your cat stay off the counter. Cats have a natural predilection for staking out a nice elevated place where they have a good view of their surroundings. One way to nip this problem in the bud is to give your cat a dedicated perch of their own as an alternative to using your space. One way to keep your cats from continuously jumping on the counter is to install a cat tower near the problem counter.
Your cat most likely spends quite a bit of time grooming. However, if it has a lot of hair, hairballs can occur. Buy special food in order to help that problem. They help the hair pass through by breaking it down.
Male felines tend to have a build-up of crystals that present in the urine, so you need to avoid this with proper nutrition. Passing crystals is very painful for your cat, and the vet’s bill will be painful for you. Let your cat have food that doesn’t have a lot of magnesium in it. Just as in the grocery store, take the time to read the labels. Cat food with lots of fish tends to have more magnesium, while products with lots of poultry tend to have less.
Just because your family did it when you were a child, does not mean allowing your cat to go outside is a wise decision. Being outside all the time is not safe for a cat. They can get fleas, feline AIDS or even leukemia. Your cat could be injured by other animals, people and vehicles. If you allow your cat outside, make sure you live in a reasonably safe area.
There is no need to spend hours trying to litter train your cat. This is a natural instinct that cannot be taught. It’s not a good idea to rub your cats paws in litter. Some people think this is the way to train. It isn’t.
Your cat believes it is the supreme ruler of all the world. Using the given tips, your cat will finally learn who runs the show. The love of cats is a great one, so enjoy!