Cat Guide

Understand Your Cat

The Why?
You must be a cat lover, and we appreciate it! Cats are the most adorable and cutest creatures ever.

But sometimes they can be hard to understand, they meow, they purr…but unfortunately, we humans can’t
get that. It takes time and practice to reach a certain level of understanding between you and your cat.

In this guide, we are going to shed the lights on some of the main points to help you better understand your
cat. Which will allow you to take the ultimate care of her.

After all isn’t that what we all want!

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Selecting Your Cat

It's a great day today! Today is the day you go out to find your new friend and companion, your new cat. But
where do you go to find her? What will you need to look for? What would you be wise to avoid? Let's look at
each question.

Where do I find my new cat? There are many places where cats are available for new homes. The local animal
shelter is an excellent place to begin. They always have a very good selection of cats and kittens to choose
from. With so many different breeds, sizes, colors, and ages to choose from you're almost sure to find a new
friend just waiting for you to come and pick her up. Farmers frequently have kittens that are available to go
to a new home. If you are interested in a particular breed of cat, contact their registry. They should be able to
direct you to a reputable breeder in your area.

Now that you have looked over the cats or kittens available, how do you select right one for you? First and
foremost, make sure the cat or kitten is healthy. Bright eyes, shining coat and a lively manner are indicators
of good health. Interact with the kitten or cat. Does she hiss and pull away when you touch her or does, she
purr and rub her head against your hand? Is she patient or happy to be picked up, or is she frantic to get
away? Does she walk away from people and sit down as far away as she can with her ears down or does she
hold her ground and let her curiosity draw her to the new person. It will become obvious pretty quickly which
kitten or cat will have the kind of personality that you will enjoy. Avoid the cat or kitten with an ugly attitude
or that shows poor health. That will be the way to avoid heartbreak on down the road.

Another thing that you should consider is yourself. What do I mean? I mean that you should take stock of
yourself. Most people are a sucker for kittens. Those little fluff balls with their sweet faces are nearly
impossible to resist. Do you have the time and energy to deal with a lively kitten and her antics? (Oh, you
mean I'm not supposed to swing on the drapes?) Perhaps you would be more comfortable with an older cat
who already knows all about litter boxes and not climbing on top of the counter. A quiet adult who will sit on
your lap and purr while you watch your favorite show may be more your speed. Be honest with yourself. You
and your new cat will be much happier for it.

Okay, you've assessed yourself and the kittens and cats available to you. You've picked out your perfect new
friend. On your way home think over what supplies you have at home. Do you have everything you need? A
litter box with nice fresh litter? Is there a little scooper to clean her litter box with? A food dish and a water
bowl? Do you have good quality food for her? Is it the one she is already used to? No? Perhaps you might
want to stop and pick up a small bag of the one she's familiar with. It will be something she already knows in
a strange place and may help her become comfortable in her new home faster. You can begin blending your
preferred food into her old one in the coming days, eventually shifting her completely to her new food by the
time the small bag ends. There is much to consider when getting a new cat. Take your time. Make sure all
your preparations are made. You will be well on your way to a happy life for you and your new cat.

Naming Your Cat

Okay, you've assessed yourself and the kittens and cats available to you. You've picked out your perfect new
friend. On your way home think over what supplies you have at home. Do you have everything you need? A
litter box with nice fresh litter? Is there a little scooper to clean her litter box with? A food dish and a water
bowl? Do you have good quality food for her? Is it the one she is already used to? No? Perhaps you might
want to stop and pick up a small bag of the one she's familiar with. It will be something she already knows in
a strange place and may help her become comfortable in her new home faster. You can begin blending your
preferred food into her old one in the coming days, eventually shifting her completely to her new food by the
time the small bag ends. There is much to consider when getting a new cat. Take your time. Make sure all
your preparations are made. You will be well on your way to a happy life for you and your new cat.
One very popular way for finding a good name is to look up the names of stars, galaxies or constellations. You
don't have to stick with just the major ones. Look up some of the minor constellations and stars as well. You
could find just the perfect name in a constellation you had previously never heard of. You too may find you
have a Dorado or Indus on your hands. Another popular means of naming cats is using human names.
Matilda, Annie, Pete and Bobby are all quite popular. Some people name their cats after movie stars or
characters in a favorite film or book. I'm certain that at this very moment, there are a large number of Frodos
purring contentedly on their favorite windowsill right now.

Another good way to name a cat is by using something in their appearance to name them. Many calico
colored cats have been simply named Calico. Spotted cats of any color frequently have the name of Patch.
One cat was named Shadow because her black and tan tiger stripes seemed to melt into the late afternoon
shadows the first time her new owner saw her. A gray kitten was quite suitably named Ash.

Sometimes it is something the cat did that suggested their name. One kitten had a habit of scaring himself
silly. When he and his siblings first learned to climb trees, he became over excited and rushed up higher than
he was brave enough to climb down from. The poor little gay clung to a branch crying at the top of his lungs
while the adult cats rushed around trying figure out a way to get him down. It only required a stool to
retrieve the little guy, but he was sure he was stuck halfway to the moon. Another time he managed to get
his head stuck between the slats on an old corn crib. He was safely rescued after considerable effort. Due to
this undeniable talent for scaring himself, he was named Spook.

Sometimes it is the cats' personality that suggests a name. A bold little explorer who was the first kitten in his
litter to explore the world outside their nest was named Boone. A handsome brown kitten was so very
fastidious in everything he did (one never puts ones' paws in the food dish, that's dirty!) that he was
eventually named Thomas.

Naming a cat can be a pleasant and entertaining task. It's often the very first thing a person does when he or
she picks out a new companion. Take a little time to select just the right name for your new friend. A good
name will set your new relationship off on just the right foot.

Understanding Your Cat’s 5 Senses

Are you a cat owner who is curious about your cat and how they function on a daily basis? Of course, you cat
likely cannot comfortably survive without the food and shelter you provide him or her with, but you may be
curious about their senses. Do you ever find yourself wondering how well your pet can see or what their
tastes are like? If so, please continue reading on.
As for your cat’s hearing, have you ever heard that your cat’s ears are similar to a satellite dish? There are
many pet owner and veterinarians who make this comparison. What does this mean? It means that your cat
does have a relatively good sense of hearing. You may notice your cat turn their head and move their ears
when you start talking or when they hear a noise outside. This provides cats with the ability to hunt mice and
other small, quite rodents.

As for your cat’s sense of touch, all pets are just like humans. They have a fine sense of touch. Whether you
touch your cat’s whiskers, her paws, or her tail, it is a movement that she can notice right away. The most
sensitive part of your cat’s body is their whiskers. As a cat owner, you should already know how important a
full set of whiskers are to a cat. Your cat’s paws are also a sensitive area on their body.

As for your cat’s sight, he or she has good vision. It has been claimed that cats see at 1/5th the intensity of
humans. Although cats cannot see perfectly in the dark, they are still able to make out distinctive shapes and
movements. Cats are also able to see movement quicker than humans are. A movement that may appear as
nothing to us, is a movement that a cat can notice. However, during daylight humans do have a better sense
of sight.

Depending on your cat and his or her eating habits, you may assume that cats have a sensitive sense of taste.
After all, many cat owners report their pets as being picky eaters. Although it may appear as if your cat is a
picky eater, they logically aren’t, at least for taste reasons. In fact, cats are more likely to pick and choose
their food based on smell, rather than taste.

Speaking of smell, this is the most heightened out of the five senses for your cat. Cats have a much better
sense of smell than humans do. In fact, did you know that cats have about 200 million cells in and on their
noses that are odor sensitive? They do. This is much more than us, humans, have. In addition to using smell
as a way to decide which food to eat, cats can also use smell to determine if an environment is safe to enter.
Smelling is also a method of communication for felines. It has been said that cats can smell odors that
humans can’t even detect.

Now that you know how your cat’s five main senses are, you may be able to better understand the behavior
that your cat displays and the habits that they develop. With that said, also be sure to use your best
judgment. If your cat is refusing to eat their food, it may be something more serious than them just not liking
the smell of their cat food. If your cat appears to lose or have problems with the above-mentioned senses,
you should consider scheduling an appointment with your veterinarian.
Understanding Your Cat’s Aggressive Behavior
Are you a cat owner? If so, your cat may typically appear to be a calm, cool, and collected cat. After all, many
cats are content with lounging around all day with just a few hours of play. Despite the fact that your cat may
appear to be calm and mild mannered, there may come a point in time when you notice a change. It is not
uncommon for pet owners to report occasional aggressiveness with their cats.

If you have just witnessed your cat in an aggressive state, fear may be the first thought that enters into your
mind. Many cat owners have questions when they witness their cats attack. Many owners want to know if
something is wrong with their cat or if it is a danger to those around him or her. In all honesty, you will find it
depends. Before deciding if you should contact your cat’s veterinarian, there are a number of important
points you will first want to take into consideration.

First, it is important to know that cats, even domestic cats, can be considered predators. The ancestors of
your cat relied on hunting to survive. This is not a trait or a characteristic that just disappears. Your beloved
cat will also have that need and desire to hunt. This is one of the many reasons why cats occasionally display
aggressive behavior.

Concerning natural aggressive behavior, many pet owners are concerned, as they provide their cat with
enough food. It doesn’t matter how well fed your cat is, he or she will always occasionally feel the need to
hunt. For example, has your cat ever killed a bird, mouse, or another rodent? If so, did they consume their
kill? Chances are not. This is proof that cats don’t just attack for the sake of food.

As for how you can determine whether your pet cat is just exercising his need to hunt, look at the attack in
question. Did your cat try to attack your foot as you walked by? If so, this a normal occurrence and not a sign
of something serious.

Jumping at your feet as you walk by was cited as an example above. This can lead to another cause of
aggression in cats, overexcitement. Some popular cat toys on the market are those where balls are attached
to a string and your catch chases it. These toys are nice, but they can also lead to some confusion, as your
foot may appear similar in nature to your cat’s favorite toy. It is also important to know that cats are
sensitive, and their mood easily changes. Is this why playtime with your cat can end with you having a scratch
or a bite mark.

Cats, as with many other pets, are territorial. This is another leading cause of aggression in cats. Is your cat
the only pet in your home? If so, they may react with aggression when another pet enters into their territory.
The same can be said for children. Do you have children? If not, when a child visits your home, your cat may
be frustrated, fearful, or angry with the change, especially inside their territory. The quick movements of
small children can also cause a cat to act out. As an important note, cats are typically safe around children.
With that in mind, all small children should be watched carefully when around any kind of pet.

Basic Nutrition for Cats

Cats are what are known as obligate carnivores. An obligate carnivore is one that must east meat. You cannot
just turn her out to graze in a pasture. The digestive tract of cats has been shortened and optimized proteins
from meat. They simply don't have the dental or digestive apparatus to process plant materials. It's therefore
surprising, given their physical inability to process plants, that you will still find cats nibbling on plants from
time to time. There are many theories for why cats would nibble plants. They may be trying to balance an
upset digestion or add missing vitamins and minerals. Perhaps they simply like the taste. Maybe it's a
combination of factors. The jury is still out on this matter.

Fortunately, these days, we don't have to go out and hunt for food to feed our cats. There are a large number
of very good, nutritionally balanced foods available in pet stores to satisfy any cats' tastes. Try to feed good
quality food. It really does make a difference in the health and appearance of your pet. Pick one that your cat
likes and stick with it. Cats don't actually need a lot of variety. Changing their food constantly tends to just
make them picky eaters.

Nutritional requirements for your pet will vary by age and size. What she needs as a kitten will be very
different than what she will need as an adult. Be sure to follow the instructions on the bag to avoid feeding
too much or too little. The average adult cat will need about one cup of food a day. Cats appreciate
consistency in their feeding schedules. Try to feed them at the same time each day. Also, try to keep their
bowls out of high traffic areas. It's hard to eat your dinner when people are stepping on you!

Try not to feed your cat people food. Some things, such as chocolate and raw liver, are actually toxic to cats.
Others cause digestive upset. Remove the bones from any cooked meat you might want to give to your cat.
Poultry and pork bones in particular are given to splintering and can injure your cat.

When you need to switch from one type of food to the other, do so in a gradual process. Shifting gradually
from one to the other over the course of a week will help prevent digestive upsets. You may need to switch
foods because your store may stop carrying the brand you like or perhaps your kitten has grown old enough
to graduate to adult food. Do the changeover slowly and your cat will thank you for it.

Feeding treats is something for you to decide if you want to do it. Some people are dead set against them.
Others lavish treats on their pets at every opportunity. There are many good cat treats on the market today.
Read their directions carefully. You don't want to overindulge your cat and turn her into a furry beach ball
with legs. The only other thing that a cat requires is water. Do your best to keep a nice fresh supply of water
available for your pet. With a little thought and planning you can keep your pet healthy and happy for a long
time to come.

Deworming Multiple Cats

Ah yes, everyone's favorite pet chore. One day you clean your cats' box and discover little white chunks of
what appear to be cooked spaghetti lodged in the feces, that is, until one starts to move. You know then that
it's time to deworm your cats. If your veterinarian says that your cat doesn't have anything particularly tough
or nasty, then he or she may recommend a regular schedule using commercial de-wormers that can be found
readily in any pet store. Your veterinarian even may have a good general-purpose de-wormer on hand for
your use. Fortunately, there is a wide range of deworming medicines available on the market. Most are liquid
or pill form.

If you have only one cat, your task is relatively simple. Choose a de-wormer that your cat will find acceptable
if not palatable. Many liquid de-wormers claim to be very tasty to cats. Unfortunately, many cats would
vigorously disagree with that assessment. In such a case, if you have access to a pill form of de-wormer that
your cat is willing to swallow, you're in luck. If your cat won't swallow pills without major mayhem breaking
out and turns his nose up at every liquid de-wormer you try, then you have a problem. If you have more than
one cat, it can become even more of an issue. If your cats will happily take whatever you offer, then the only
thing you have to worry about is keeping the greedy guts from getting more than they should. But, If each of
them has a different idea as to what is acceptable (or not) for deworming medicine, then you have a major
headache.

Rather than cater to each cats’ whims and maintain a veterinary pharmacy worth of de-wormers in your
house or routinely running your finicky feline into the veterinarian every time he needs de-worming; you
might try a different route. You will need a liquid deworming medicine and a syringe. Syringes are readily
available in the livestock medication section of farm supply stores. You only need the section with the barrel
and plunger. No needles are needed or should even be used. Syringes in farm supply stores usually offer the
two sections separately. Select one of smaller size. Your cat won't need large amounts of medicine at any one
time.

Measure out the proper amount of de-wormer for your cat into a measuring cup. A measuring cup usually
comes in the package with a liquid de-wormer. Take one of your syringes and place the open end (where the
needle would normally attach) into the measuring cup and draw the medicine up into the barrel by pulling
upward on the plunger. Try to get it all at one time. You could do this task by increments but trying to
manage a squirming cat while refilling a syringe really is more difficult than it is worth. Now restrain your cat
gently and situate yourself so that you can hold the cat and use the syringe easily. It could require some
experimentation to work out a suitable position for the both of you. If you keep one hand underneath the
cat’s head and cradle his chin it will make this part of the task go more smoothly. Slide the end of the syringe
a little bit into your cat's mouth and slowly depress the plunger This will empty the medicine into your cat's
mouth slowly enough that he can readily swallow it without choking. Repeat for each cat.

Naturally, your cat will not be particularly pleased with this method. He may object rather strenuously. With
repetition, however, you will become much smoother with the task. You don't need to rush during this task.
Take your time to discover what will work best for you and your cats. Your cats will become more
accustomed to it despite themselves. This method will ensure that each cat, even your most finicky, gets the
proper amount of medicine he needs. And that, of course, is the whole reason for the entire exercise.

Her Health
Here are a few tips to help you monitor the ongoing health of your cat. Early intervention when there is a
health issue can make a real difference to recovery and will generally improve quality of life.

Eating and Drinking

Most cats have a consistency to their appetite with which you will become familiar. If appetite is poor for
more than a day or two, then you should contact us to arrange a consultation. Similarly, daily water intake
should not fluctuate substantially without good cause e.g. hot weather or changed diet. Occasionally you may
find that your cat will eat grass. This on its own may be a normal activity but if accompanied by other
symptoms may need checking out. Cats may routinely vomit up hairballs. This normal process can be eased
by routinely adding cat malt to the food or using a hairball control diet.

Feces Should Be Well Formed with No Sign of Mucous or Blood

If your cat develops diarrhea which persists for more than two days it may need veterinary attention,
particularly if it has gone off form. The quantity and quality of feces produced, and amount of flatulence is
largely dependent on the quality of the food. We stock great quality premium brands. You will notice the
difference! We also stock probiotics for the natural maintenance of healthy digestion.

The Coat Should Be Full and Good Quality with No Flakiness

There should be no sign of excessive thinning or patchiness of the coat or inflammation of the skin.
Nutritional supplements are available to help improve the health of the coat and skin. Premium quality food
can make many coats shine! It is also very important to monitor for fleas and ticks. Highly effective
preventative preparations are available for monthly application.

Ears

Ears should be clean, with no malodor. Regularly examine the ears and monitor for inflammation or waxy
build-up. Periodic cleaning with a solution to dissolve wax may be necessary. There are also very effective
products for the prevention of ear mites. We will be happy to give you advice on which products to use.

Eyes

Eyes should appear bright and shiny with no sign of discharge or sensitivity to the light. Due to conformation
anomalies in some breeds there may be some routine tear overflow or buildup of mucous at the corner of
the eyes. Ask us for advice if you are unsure. Lid margins should be smooth and the white of the eye should
appear white.

Nose

Nose should appear clean, moist and smooth, with no ulceration or build-up of discharge. There should be no
ongoing sneezing, coughing or wheezing. Some breeds are more prone to nasal congestion due to their
conformation. Ask us for advice if you are unsure.

Teeth

Teeth should be regularly checked for build-up of plaque or tarter. We have a variety of products available to
help keep teeth clean including dental kits as well as special foods. The gums should not look inflamed and
there should be no excessive amount of malodors from the mouth or lips. Many cats need regular dental
descaling at the vet hospital to prevent periodontal disease and premature loss of teeth.

Nails

Nails need to be checked for inadequate wear as they can become ingrown or torn if they become
excessively long. Don’t forget to check the dew claws which are located higher up on the foot on the inner
surface. We supply nail clippers which we can show you how to use, or if you prefer, we can clip your cat’s
nails should that become necessary. Nail quality can usually be improved by a good quality food or nutritional
supplement.

Weight Should Be Monitored Closely

A clear waist should be evident from above and you should be easily able to feel the ribs. There is no good
reason for any healthy pet to become overweight given the right mix of diet and exercise. Neutering can
sometimes cause pets to burn food more slowly, so it is important to adjust levels of feeding if bodyweight is
increasing. We also stock low calorie and weight reduction prescription foods. Obesity can cause or
exacerbate conditions such as arthritis, heart failure, diabetes, liver failure and difficulty breathing. Always try
to encourage a healthy level of activity as dietary control is not enough on its own. Excessive weight loss or
failure to reach good body condition can be a significant indicator of ill health and it is important that you
contact us for a consultation to investigate further. Is your pet a healthy weight?

Watch Out for Behavioral Signs

You know your pet! If they are off form, they may show signs such as not being as responsive as usual,
reluctant to get out of bed, less tolerant of handling, clingier etc. If such symptoms persist it is important that
we carry out a full examination.

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