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General Cat Care

If you have a Feline family member then we will be glad to tell you that we have a lot of information regarding Feline care. We encourage you to adopt local cats in your area.

Read on for useful tips for new cat owners or to increase knowledge about cat’s care.

Basic Care:

Feeding

We recommend you to purchase high quality and branded cat food. Obviously, the best knowledge can give you will be your veterinarian. So always take advice from your veterinarian before purchasing cat food. The diet type depends upon some factors like; Age, Stage of life like pregnant or open (non-pregnant), Activity level and health will make you aware of which cat feed will be good for that stage of life.

·         Provide fresh, clean water at all times, and wash and refill your cat’s water bowls daily.

·         Treats should be no more than 5-10% of the diet expense.

·         Many people feed baby food to a cat or kitten who is refusing food or not feeling well Please read labels carefully: If the baby food contains onion or garlic powder, your pet could be poisoned.

·         The food you choose should be balanced for the life stage of your cat or kitten. Properly balanced foods will contain Essential amino acids and essential vitamins and minerals. One of the main amino acid would be  taurine necessary for many functions like important functions, including osmoregulation, calcium channel modulation, antioxidant activity, and bile acid conjugation.

·         Take your pet to your veterinarian if signs of anorexia, diarrhea, vomiting or lethargy continue for more than two days.

Grooming

Most cats stay relatively clean because they always lick themselves to cleanup and rarely need a bath, but you should brush or comb your cat regularly. Frequent brushing helps keep your cat's coat clean, reduces the amount of shedding and cuts down on the incidence of hairballs. Cut nails once in a month because nails are main source of spreading infections to human beings.

Handling

To pick up your cat, place one hand behind the front legs and another under the hindquarters. Lift gently. Never pick up a cat by the scruff of the neck or by the front legs.

Housing

Your pet should have her own clean, dry place in your home to sleep and rest. Line your cat's bed with a soft, warm blanket or towel. Be sure to wash the bedding often. Please keep your cat indoors. Outdoor cats do not live as long as indoor cats. Outdoor cats are at risk of trauma from cars, or from fights with other cats, raccoons and free-roaming dogs. Outdoor cats are more likely to become infested with fleas or ticks, as well as contract infectious diseases from wild animals and cats because they have dormant infectious agents in them.

Identification

If allowed outdoors, your cat must wear a safety collar and an ID tag. A safety collar with an elastic panel will allow your cat to break loose if the collar gets caught on something. And for both indoor and outdoor cats, an ID tag or an implanted microchip can help ensure that your cat is returned if he or she becomes lost.

Litter Box

All indoor cats need a litter box, which should be placed in a quiet, accessible location. In a multi-level home, one box per floor is recommended. Avoid moving the box unless absolutely necessary, but if you must do so, move the box just a few inches per day. Keep in mind that cats won't use a messy, smelly litter box, so scoop solid wastes out of the box at least once a day. Dump everything, wash with a mild detergent and refill at least once a week; you can do this less frequently if using clumping litter. Don't use ammonia, deodorants or scents, especially lemon, when cleaning the litter box. If your cat will not use a litterbox, please consult with your veterinarian. Sometimes refusal to use a litter box is based on a medical condition that required treatment.

Scratching

Cats need to scratch! When a cat scratches, the old outer nail sheath is pulled off and the sharp, smooth claws underneath are exposed. Cutting your cat’s nails every two to three weeks will keep them relatively blunt and less likely to harm the arms of both humans and furniture. Provide your cat with a sturdy scratching post, at least three feet high. The post should also be stable enough that it won't wobble during use, and should be covered with rough material such as sisal, burlap or tree bark. Many cats also like scratching pads.

Health

Your cat should see the veterinarian at least once a year for an examination and annual shots, and immediately if she is sick or injured.

Medicines and Poisons

Never give your cat medication that has not been prescribed by a veterinarian. If you suspect that your animal has ingested a poisonous substance, call your veterinarian or the Pets Care Online Organization for 24-hour animal poison information at 92-308-0200839.

Spaying and Neutering

Female cats should be spayed and male cats neutered by five months of age. For spaying and neutering contact veterinarian at 92-308-0200839.

Vaccinations

Your veterinarian will make recommendations based on your cat's age and health. For further information contact at 92-308-0200839.

Cat Supply Checklist

·         Premium-brand cat food

·         Food dish

·         Water bowl

·         Interactive toys

·         Brush

·         Comb

·         Safety cat collar with ID tag

·         Scratching post or scratching pad

·         Litter box and litter

·         Cat carrier

·         Cat bed or box with warm blanket or towel

Call us at 92-308-200839 or Pakpetscare@gmail.com

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Author; Dr M Bilal Anwar. He is a Famous Pet Practitioner.

C.E.O; Pets Care Online

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