Cats have been a longtime human companion. They’ve been the focus of books, TV shows and even theater plays. With the provided history, it’s easy to notice why cats feel in charge. This article will help your cat live a happier life.
Get a pet water fountain. Cats can be prone to dehydration, and running water entices them to drink. It is an evolutionary habit that developed because in the wild, running water is less likely to be contaminated than a stagnant pool. Your pet will enjoy the water more, and will drink more often.
Your cat might not come running when you call, but most cats enjoy cuddling on their terms and time. Cats love to have their heads and backs pet. Not all cats like their tummies rubbed so be careful. Spending quality time with your cat will make lasting memories to look back on someday.
If you just got your cat you want to take them to the veterinarian right away, especially if it is a feral cat or kitten. Kittens are born with parasites and need shots and medication to get rid of them. Feral cats can carry diseases. This is why it is important to have them checked out immediately.
Protect your cat from choking. Be sure to dispose of poultry and fish bones safely. Wrap them in a paper or plastic bag and put them in your outdoor garbage can with the lid tightly secured. Alternately, place them in a plastic bag and freeze them until garbage pick up day.
Make sure to keep chemicals and dangerous substances away from your cat. Chemicals like antifreeze have a sweet taste. This encourages the cat to drink it, most often resulting in fatal consequences. Keeping your chemicals locked up in a cabinet will help to ensure that your curious cat does not end up ingesting poison.
If your cat has a tendency to eat your plants, you can stop him. You can either purchase bitter apple spray and spray the pot, or you can put a bit of clove oil on a cotton ball and bury it a bit in the soil. Your cat will avoid both.
Understand that leaving a small kitten together with small children can be dangerous to both. A cat should not be left alone with a child under five years of age. A child of that age doesn’t realize when they are being too rough with a pet. As they age, you can determine how much interaction they should have with the animal.
Put the right amount of cat litter in the litter box. Some people try to get out of cleaning the box by putting too much litter in there. Cats don’t like walking on sand dunes! Two inches or so should be sufficient for the cat’s needs, and you just have to be vigilant about cleaning the box out.
There is no need to spend hours trying to litter train your cat. They do this by nature and don’t need to be taught. Contrary to what most people believe, it’s actually incorrect to rub a cat’s paw in the litter.
If you offer a variety of foods to your cat, it will be less picky about what it eats. This will ensure that your cat gets a taste of many different foods.
Never give your cat a medication that was formulated for humans. Some people incorrectly give cats human medications thinking it will be okay in small doses, but it can kill him or her. If your pet has any issues, take them to a vet for proper pet medication. Giving your cat your medication can actually cause your pet serious harm.
Animal Control
Keep track of your feline friend by having the animal microchipped. This small device is implanted beneath the skin between your cat’s shoulder blades. Microchip implantation may sting for a few seconds, but the implant is otherwise unnoticeable and will not cause your pet any discomfort. This chip makes it easier for animal control to locate your cat if it goes missing.
Your cat may feel that they rule your home or the universe. But, if you use what you have read here, you may be able to show your pet who the boss is supposed to be. Cats are wonderful creatures; apply what you’ve just learned, and you and kitty will get along just fine.