All You Need To Know About Cats

Cats are wonderful companions but they also come with obligations and costs.
This website will explain the do's, and the don'ts of owning a cat.

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Grooming

Grooming is important for your cat's health and wellbeing, as well as their appearance. An untended coat can become long, matted, and uncomfortable for your pet. Grooming helps rid the coat of shed hair and dead skin while spreading natural oils.

Feeding

As cat owners, we all want to keep our pets as healthy as we can for as long as possible. Most of us realize that feeding a high quality diet is one of the best ways to do that. However, finding the best food for your cat can be confusing. The choices seem endless and there is no shortage of controversy and disagreement when it comes to debating how best to feed cats.

Housing

Your pet should have her own clean, dry place in your home to sleep and rest. Please keep your cat indoors. Outdoor cats do not live as long as indoor cats. Outdoor cats are at risk of trauma from cars, or from fights with other cats, raccoons and free-roaming dogs. Coyotes are known to eat cats. Outdoor cats are more likely to become infested with fleas or ticks, as well as contract infectious diseases.

General Care

Caring for a cat can mean different things, however here are three main things you want to look out for while caring for a cat;

Feeding.
We recommend purchasing high-quality, brand-name kitten or cat food. Your veterinarian will be able to assess your new cat or kitten and determine the best diet. Factors such as age, activity level and health make a difference in what and how much a cat should eat.

Grooming.
Brushing your cat not only removes dirt, grease and dead hair from her coat, but it helps to remove skin flakes and stimulates blood circulation, improving the overall condition of her skin. One or two brushings per week will help kitty to keep her healthy glow—and you’ll find that regular sessions are especially beneficial when your cat ages and is no longer able to groom so meticulously on her own.

Litter Box.
All indoor cats need a litter box, which should be placed in a quiet, accessible location. All indoor cats need a litter box, which should be placed in a quiet, accessible location. Dump everything, wash with a mild detergent and refill at least once a week; you can do this less frequently if using clumping litter.

All About Cats

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