Many people make the mistake of not planning when they get a cat for the first time, and they run into a lot of issues. It is a serious mistake to bring a pet home without first preparing yourself and your home. Sometimes problems will arise no matter what you do. The best plan is to use the tips in this article to prepare yourself and then expect to be surprised.
Cats really enjoy squeezing into any and all small spaces. If they are wearing a collar this can pose a safety risk, in the event that your cat gets stuck. A breakaway collar will let go if it is pulled on too tightly. A collar like this could save your cat’s life.
To help your aging cat feel cozy, place a warmed tile under his bed. Simply heat a terra-cotta tile in a 200 degree oven for 20 minutes. Wrap it in an old towel and put it under your cat’s bed or blanket. Replace it every three hours or so.
Avoid using dog products on cats. They can have very strong and possibly negative reactions to dog products. This warning applies to products for getting rid of fleas. Flea products that are intended for a dog can kill a cat. Keep them separated by at least one door for a few hours after treatment.
Male cats sometimes have crystals in their urine, but this can be prevented with the right cat food. These crystals can cause your cat pain to pass, and your vet bill can be expensive. Let your cat have food that doesn’t have a lot of magnesium in it. Read the ingredient list on the label. Fish products tend to be higher in magnesium than poultry products.
You may get much better prices on medications online. There may be times when you cannot purchase medication online, such as in an emergency; however, monthly medication, such as flea medicine, can be bought online. You can save as much as fifty percent on the stuff you regularly use.
Make sure that you have a good tablecloth for your kitten. Cats will sometimes pluck food from the bowl and enjoy it straight off the ground. This makes quite a mess. To simplify your clean up duties, place a ready made placemat under the dish or purchase some inexpensive fabric and use it like a tablecloth.
When you get a kitten for kids, you have to set up a few rules first. Let your kids know which rooms your cat is allowed in. If you want to have an indoor cat, explain to your children that they cannot let it go outside. By making the rules well known to your children, your children will understand what is and is not allowed.
The tips you just read will help you care for your cat regardless of its age or breed. These tips are the basics concerning cat care, and individual circumstances will apply. Always remember to have fun with your new adopted kitten because that is the most important concept of them all!
Who knows the mind of a cat? 