Cat
Care in your House
Cats
are playful animals. If you are planning to get one, you should know
the basics about house cat care. Here's some advice from The Cat Lady
of Cape Cod. Her store on Main Street in Hyannis was a mecca for Cat
People for years.
The
moment the cat is brought into the house, you should give it his or
her own room, for the time being, with food, water and a bed.
If
it has not yet been toilet trained, you should start teaching it so
there are no stains in the carpet.
Teaching
the cat how to use the litter box can initially be done by carrying
it to the box when nature calls. When you see the cat is able to do
it, praise and reward your pet so they know that this is the right to
do.
The
exact dimension of the litter box depends on the size of the cat.
This must be cleaned naturally using soap and water not disinfectant.
If
ever they do something wrong like climb up on the table or scratch
the furniture, you must never scold them as they are very sensitive
animals. You can enforce discipline without causing any harm by
squirting water on their face.
There
must be food and water at all times. The feeding dish and bowl should
be made either of plastic or aluminum and cleaned. Any unfinished
food must be disposed of properly.
Their
diet must come from high quality cat food and although this may be
more expensive than the other brands, you know that it has the right
vitamins and minerals to keep them healthy. Aside from food, you can
also give them supplements. One example is Omega 3 fatty acids that
are good for their nutrition.
For
those that have other pets in the house, you should give some time
for the two pets to be acquainted with each other. If you have a dog,
make sure it is kept on its leash first. If you have another cat, be
ready to break off a fight since this normally happens.
House
rules must be set regarding what the cat can and cannot do in the
home. For instance, you can decide whether or not the cat may be
allowed out of the house. The experts say it is much better for
your cat to remain indoors.
You
should also provide a scratching pad so it can play around without
causing any damage to your furniture. This should be 3 feet in height
and placed either near the furniture or their bed. When their nails
get too sharp, you better trim it so they don’t hurt you or
themselves.
One
of the most important things about cat care is proper grooming. You
can bathe the cat by wetting their head and tail with shampoo. Never
lather their ears or eyes and dry them using a clean towel. Brush the
hair lightly and apply combing powder so it never gets tangled with
each other.
Lastly,
bring your cat to the vet regularly and when you see something new in
their behavior as quick thinking could prevent a possible sickness
from getting worse. If you don’t know any, get a recommendation
from one of your neighbors.
House
cat care is challenging but rewarding. You just have to put in the
time and effort when you decide to bring a pet into your home.
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