Basic Maintaining and Caring for Cats

Cat (Felis catus) have been merged pereadaaban humans for thousands of years. Cats once worshiped as gods (as in the days of ancient Egypt) and also once feared because of its relationship with the witch or a relationship with the devil (as in Masschussetts Salem during the witch trial) Now we can see what they really are. These animals are very responsive, intelligent adaptable in various environments.

Cats can become good friends because they are relatively more easily maintained and provide enjoyment for life.
With the increasing popularity of cats as pets comes a responsibility to look after them well. Responsibility to ensure that they receive food properly, have a good place to live and receive treatment by a veterinarian. Cats can live up to fifteen years. They have different personalities. There's the lonely and there is also a socializing. They tend to get some health problems and requires little maintenance other than routine maintenance.

Cats are carnivores which means they need a source of animal content such as meat, chicken or fish in their diet. No vegetables are best foods for cats. Without animal sources in their diet, they will lack nutrients and can endanger their lives.

When choosing a cat food, it is best to choose according to the age of the cat. Examples kittens should receive kitten food and adult cat food cat gets older. And also for cats who object body can utilize low-calorie foods. It is important to choose foods that complete and balanced nutrition.

There are several types of cat food are available: dry, half wet, and cans. Cat owners should be aware of the advantages and disadvantages of each type was through discussions with a veterinarian. New water should always be available. It's become an old story that the cat should be given milk, but quite the contrary milk can cause diarrhea in cats.

Every cat should be evaluated regularly by a veterinarian who is familiar with this species. Cats should be checked for health problems pontensial. Cats tend to have the same problem with humans. Cancer, kidney disease, heart disease and toothache was not an unusual thing anymore. As early as possible the problem is found, and rectified, the cat will respond positively. As cat owners, we must help maintain good health. Many cats are amenable to brush teeth regularly with toothpaste cat. They also should be examined for parasites which often attack the cat. The most obvious to the owner is a bug's ear (earmites) or flea (flea). Although there does not look like some sort of intestinal worms nesting in the stomach of cats and taking valuable nutrients. This problem must be treated and many effective drugs are available in the market. Cats who are allowed out of the house will be clearly more likely to hit by this parasite, or parasites may have evolved in the house.

Generally, it is advisable for cats sterilized and also called Spay / sterile for females and castrated / neuter for males. Sterilization is not only helpful in controlling the abandoned kittens, but also reduce the risk of problems associated with hybrid systems and behavioral problems associated with the opposite sex.

Female cat is also called the queen (queen), they are generally from sexually mature between 4 to 12 months. That are not sterilized female / spayed can produce children up to eight years or more. Male cats are called toms, generally become infertile from six and eight months and continues until 14 years or more. Most veterinarians recommend that cats to diseterilasi on or after six months despite opposition from several individuals regarding this issue. Cat owners who are interested in consulting iniharus thing to the vet at the time of first examination and vaccinations.

There are several cat disease to get vaccinated by a veterinarian. Feline rhinotracheitis, calici virus and panleukopenia (distemper) are really a deadly disease for cats are taxable. The disease is caused by a virus easily transmitted from cat to cat. How the virus can be carried by clothing when caring for cat owners cat sick. The vaccine is available also for other diseases such as rabies has become endemic in certain areas. So it is very important even for vaccinated cats in the house for this disease. There are several vaccines tersedida for other viral diseases, feline leukemia and feline infectious peritonitis, which is often found in outdoor, stray cats or multi-cat household. But this does not mean that indoor cats will not develop the disease. There is no effective treatment for this disease and should be prevented. It is important for cat owners to realize there are many diseases such as feline immuno-deficiency virus infection and when the cats affected by this disease, no vaccine or medicine currently available.

Also important for cat owners to understand that cats are very sensitive to some drugs and products in the home. Cats do not metabolize aspirin like people and should only be used under the supervision of a veterinarian. Acetaminophen (in Tylenol) will kill cats and percenaannya in an emergency. Also, products containing phenol, such as lysol must not be used around cats because of metabolizing these products. Some cats like antifreeze (antifreeze). Antifreeze containing ethylene glycol and if ingested will cause kidney failure if not treated promptly. The best thing is not wearing a questionable product around a cat until you've checked it with authority. Also, cats often eat plants, some can be toxic to cats. So better to give them sprouteed feed oats to snack on when they want to graze again.

Cats are often attracted to items that resemble a rope, they will take a needle and thread, rubber bands and similar materials. Some cats were also interested in electric cables. Therefore, it is important to keep these cats from the environment, or try to reduce their kedayatarikan against the cables. Routine cleaning promotes good sanitation behavior. Cat owners should also impose limits for their cats. If they are not allowed in a particular room or sharpening their claws on the furniture or chairs, it must be nurtured dilatihi since the first time the cat was maintained. It's easier to prevent problems rather than changing the behaviors that have become habits.