Worried About Your Cat's Health? Use These Care Tips

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Worried About Your Cat's Health? Use These Care Tips
If you're not used to cats because you've never had one, then you will want to learn a few things first. Cats come with many issues from health issues to overpopulation. Dealing with these cats is a concern that costs businesses thousands and loses customers all year long.

Drape cords should be kept distant from cats. It is easy for the cat to get his head caught among the cords when playing with them. It may actually cause them some serious harm. Therefore, ensure that drape cords are pinned out of your cat's reach.

You can make your old cat feel better thanks to a hot tile placed under its bed. Place a tile made of terra cotta or a similar material in an oven heated to 200 degrees for around 15 to 20 minutes. Wrap the tile inside an unneeded towel and set it under your kitty's favorite resting spot. Change it out every three hours or so.

If your cat is a female, it needs to be spayed when it reaches the appropriate age. You may not think it's necessary if you have an indoor cat, but your cat may escape. Unless you want the hassle of getting rid of kittens, spaying is the best selection for your cat.

A microchip will allow you to find your pet should it be lost. Even indoor cats may get out of your home at some point. A collar and identification tags can help bring your pet back to you. But experts point out that collars that do not snap apart quickly if your cat gets it caught on a branch or even a bush can accidentally strangle your cat. A teeny microchip is capable of holding your contact information. Most shelters and veterinarians can scan your pet to read the information on the chip, and the chip can not be lost as it is beneath the skin.

Give your kitty lots of love. Cats give us a lot of love, and they need to be loved back. Like many people, cats like to socialize and feel that they are included in the family. They want nothing more than to be an integral part of your family.

Don't allow your cat lose interest. Play and exercise are both important for cats' well-being. The unfortunate thing is that many those who own cats don't realize this. Cats that are bored may develop obsessive compulsive disorders, depression, or other issues that may damage their health. Give them exercise space and a lot of toys. If your cat is an indoor cat, a cat tower or scratching post makes an ideal source of fun and exercise.

You should now know more about having a pet cat. This article's advice will point you in the right direction, so use it well. Of course, cats are still sensitive animals and should be handled properly! Cats, whether feral or indoor, deserve a loving home.