Cat Tips

Here You will find Lots of Cat Care Tips

• Make sure your regular cat food contains enough protein, whole grains, vegetables, and preferably meat as one of the leading ingredients.

• Place a mat under your cat’s litter box.. That way your cat won’t spread litter dragged in his paws all around the house.

• Cats like a routine, so let your cat settle into one. Disrupting that routine too much can lead to behavior problems.

• Important cat tip. Is your cat waking up earlier and earlier every day to be fed? If you oblige your cat, you are reinforcing this behavior. Consider keeping the bedroom off-limits for your feline friend. After a few mornings of noise outside your door, your cat will learn that she can no longer set the feeding schedule.

• Never allow a cat to refuse more than one meal. Even one or two days without food can cause a potentially fatal condition.

• View your cat’s tail when they are relaxed. You will note that they often will wave it side to side. This is a happy kitty cat that is ready to get loved on.

• Have you ever noticed that your cat can bat you around her paws and never delivers a single scratch? This is because she has retractable nails. She can voluntarily control her nails and keep you out of harms way.

• When your cat seems to be sick never give it human medications. Human medications are often lethal to your pet. Take your cat to the vet and consult with him.

• Kitten tip. Kittens can be very rambunctious, playing aggressively, climbing furniture and draperies. Often, simply clapping one’s hands loudly can send a negative stimulus which will stop the undesired behavior.

• Cats have very specific dietary needs, being strict carnivores. They require a much higher level of protein than dogs. As a matter of fact, a cat cannot survive for an extended period of time without protein. This is one reason why you should not allow your cat to eat your dog’s food.

• Keep all medications away from your cat’s reach. A small dose of aspirin could be fatal to a cat.

• Cats benefit from brushing their teeth regularly with a brush dedicated to that. It is also advised to take the cat to the vet for dental checkups every six months.

• Make sure your cat eats well. Try accustoming him to dry food, and try to always buy the same kind. Tin canned cat food is also great. Diversify flavours, but try to keep the brand regular. Make sure your cat gets enough protein and fibers.

• There are some advantages to chicken liver for cats. It contains a great amount of nutritious values.

• Indoor cats are safer and healthier than outdoor cats. Hazards such as predators and cars don’t affect indoor cats. In addition, cats that live inside won’t fight with or be exposed to illness by stray and feral outdoor cats.

• It is important that you scoop your cat’s litter box on a daily basis. Cats are finicky about their personal hygiene and may refuse to use a box that is very soiled. On a weekly basis wash the box and completely replace the litter.

• Laugh at the kitty who flips their tail while they sleep. This is your cat dreaming and more than likely chasing a bird or rabbit. This is one of the cutest things you can watch your cat do.

• Watch out for a quick flipping motion of your cat’s tail. This means that he is ready to attack if you do not back off. This is a warning that they have had enough petting and want to be left alone.

• Cats may cough for any number of reasons. Hairballs, asthma, heart disease, and infections (pneumonia, heartworm disease) to name a few. If your kitty is coughing consistently or has a long coughing spell, see your veterinarian.

• When you move, keep your cat indoors for a couple of weeks. It takes time until cats get used to their new address.

• Is your cat digging in your potted plants? You can drape foil loosely over the surface of the soil to make it less attractive. Popsicle sticks pushed into the dirt may also discourage digging.