Famed poet T.S. He described them as creatures that the house depends on, and there is some truth to that. A well behaved and healthy cat can enhance any household. Unfortunately, cats can be hard to live with sometimes. Here’s some great tips to help you get along better with your cat.
Drape Cords
Keep drape cords away from cats. Whenever cats jump on these cords, they might get tangled up in them. This could cause injury or death. To prevent this from happening, keep any drape cords pinned away from any eyes.
Make sure your cat is always groomed. Brushing is a very important component towards taking care of your cat. This can keep them clean. It also helps to reduce their shedding and can cut down on how many times they are spitting up hairballs. A cat that is well-groomed is one that looks the best at home.
When your female cat is old enough, you should have her spayed. While your cat may be an indoor one, there is always the possibility it can get out and you wind up with kittens one day. If your cat has been spayed, however, you won’t have to worry about this happening.
Get your cat to a vet on a regular basis for the best health possible. Cats need routine shots and wellness checks just like people. Cats should go to a vet immediately if they have any conditions, health problems, or injuries that need to be tended to right away.
Make sure your cat is out of harms way by putting a little bitter apple on all the electrical cords to avoid them getting shocked. If that doesn’t work, cover those cords up however you can. Use some paper towel rolls to tuck loose cords. Any electronic item not in use should be stored away where the cat can’t get to it.
Litter Box
Put your cats’ litter box where it is most acceptable to him. The litter box should not be kept in an area with a lot of traffic. In addition, it does not need to be near the cat’s food. To help control odors place the litter box in a well ventilated area. Your cat and your nose will thank you for the effort.
Are you the owner of both a dog and cat? Dogs often take advantage of dining on the cat’s food. Because of this, you should make the place that your cat food is in higher up so that the dog cannot reach it. This is a good way to keep your pets from fighting over food and water.
Always watch a kitten around small kids. A child under five should not be left alone with a pet. A child of that age doesn’t realize when they are being too rough with a pet. As children grow, it will be easier to see if they’re mature enough to handle a cat.
Purchase a drinking fountain for your cat. When cats are in the wild they tend to prefer water that is running when they are thirsty, this applies to cats at home. The drinking fountain will look more inviting than a water bowl. Actually, you will see many cats prefer running tap water from the sink instead of the water bowl. So a drinking fountain makes a smart investment that’s both environmentally friendly and loved by your feline.
Your cat should be given food from a can. Although dry food is usually less expensive, canned food is better for your cat. They have more water, protein and fat too. It’s also much softer on older teeth if your cat is getting up there in years. You should listen to what your vet recommends, though.
Nothing about being a pet owner is simple. These tips will improve your relationship no matter what type of cat you own. You’ll have your cat purring in no time.