Taking Care Of Cats
These days, cats are among the most popular pet you can own. There are
several breeds available, with the most popular being Persian and Siamese. Cats
are a domesticated animal, with origins dating back some 8,000 years and
beyond. Like any other pet that you may own, including dogs, cats cost money to
take care of properly.
When you get a cat, you’ll need to think about the costs.
You’ll obviously need food, and you’ll also need to plan ahead for vet costs.
You’ll also need litter, which can tend to get quite expensive as the years go
by. Your cat will need a litter box, food dish, and water dish. You should also
invest in some toys as well, such as a scratching post, cat toys, a pet
carrier, and a bed. You should also look into getting an ID collar as well,
just in case your cat ever gets lost.
Feeding your pet will depend a great deal on his age. Older
cats require two small meals or one large meal for the day. Kittens on the
other hand, require several feedings a day until they get around the age of 12 weeks.
Cats that are between three and six months of age need to be fed three times a
day. Canned food can be fed to cats, although any food that has been left out
longer than 30 minutes need to be disposed of. Canned food can get expensive
fast, and you should always keep in mind that some may need to be thrown away
when you buy it. Cats loved canned food, although it doesn’t have any benefits
to their dental health like dry food does.
As an alternative plan, you can always leave a supply of dry
food out for your pet. When you give your cat dry food, you should always make
sure that he has enough water. Dry food costs less than canned food, and it can
also help to prevent the buildup of tartar on your cat’s teeth. When you buy
dry food, you should always look in terms of health and benefits, and stay away
from generic food. Even though generic food may be cheaper, it may not offer
the nutrients your pet needs.
If you own a kitten, you should only give you kitten food
designed for him. You’ll also need to clean and refill his water dish every
day. Even though kittens and adult cats like cow’s milk, you should avoid
giving it to them as it can cause diarrhea. Treats are fine on occasion,
although too many of them can cause your pet to get fat. Feeding your kitten
human food is good on occasion, although you may have to mix it in with his cat
food.
By themselves, cats stay fairly clean. Although you don’t
have to bathe them that often, you’ll need to give them a brushing at least
once a day. Brushing will reduce the risk of hairballs and keep your cat’s coat
nice and clean. If you are keeping your cat indoors, you’ll need to have a
litter box in an area that is easy for your cat to access. You should always
scoop it on a daily basis, and clean it out once a week. Cats don’t like to use
dirty litter boxes, they prefer for it to be nice and clean.
Although cats do require some work, they are great pets that
will provide you with years and years of companionship. As long as you take
care of your cat and take him to the vet for his checkups, he should remain
healthy. Even though cats can get sick from time to time – knowing how to care
for him will make a world of difference.
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