We're talking about a cat with feline charm, capable of capturing your attention by becoming an excellent roommate: clean, silent, and who knows how to look after himself. When you adopt an animal, many doubts arise about its management and how to take care of its needs. Let's see some advice on the well-being of the cat to better prepare for this wonderful life experience with the new four-legged friend.
How do you take care of a kitten?
The well-being of the cat is very important to ensure a healthy and happy life. There are certain precautions that should not be overlooked:
- Make sure he eats a balanced and nutritious diet, adapted to his specific needs according to his age, weight, and health.
- Provide a comfortable and safe environment, a rest area, and games suitable for development and growth.
- Dedicating time to cuddles and interaction is important for your pet's mental health and peace of mind.
- Take him to the vet regularly for health checks and to prevent any problems.
Cats are territorial animals and need their own space, so providing them with an easy-to-reach litter box that should always be clean and sanitized is essential.
Welfare of the cat: attention to nutrition
Before, there was the bad belief that pets could eat everything, even leftover food from the table. Obviously, this is not the case; the cat's stomach is very delicate, and it is necessary to ensure a specific diet: cats are carnivorous animals that need a high-protein diet with few carbohydrates.
Dry food, like the famous croquettes, must be of high quality and contain animal proteins such as meat or fish in high doses. Canned wet food is a good option for cats in need of hydration, as it contains a higher percentage of water. Raw food, an increasingly popular food option among cat owners, can carry serious risks. It is important to pay attention to safety as it could be a source of harmful bacteria.
Avoid foods that are too fatty, sweet, or salty, which can cause diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and kidney disease. Also, you need to make sure your cat has constant access to fresh, clean water.
Cat grooming and hygiene
Getting your cat used to grooming, whether it has short or long hair, will bring great benefits. Regular brushing helps reinvigorate his coat while also preventing him from ingesting the hair that has fallen off during self-cleaning. Furthermore, it also allows you to look at him more closely to check for any changes in his body: irregularities such as nodules, bumps, or sore spots—all alarm bells to show immediately to the vet.
Another aspect not to be underestimated are parasites, such as fleas and ticks, which can nest on the animal. To prevent and treat, it is necessary to use antiparasitic devices, of which there are different types.
Parasite collars are placed around the cat's neck and slowly release chemicals that kill parasites. Spot-ons, on the other hand, are applied to the skin, usually between the shoulder blades, and offer prolonged protection. The tablets are administered orally and act internally. It is important to choose the right product for your cat and to follow the instructions for use carefully, as they could cause unwanted side effects if not used correctly.
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