Ensure Your Cat Is Properly Taken Care Of With These Tips
Cats are an integral part of any household. T.S. Eliot stated cats make a home and there is evidence that this opinion is well-deserved. A cat that is healthy, well-mannered, and happy can make an excellent addition to your home. Not all cats will be like this. Here are some tips on how you and your pet can better co-exist.

Help keep your cat's fur soft and healthy with regular cleaning. While your pet might object violently to a dunk in the bathtub, there are other options. Many pet stores sell feline cleaning wipes. These convenient disposable wipes reduce allergens and remove oils and dirt. Some are scented with chamomile, which helps to calm your cat. These are especially useful if you have an older or injured pet that cannot groom itself properly.

Attend cat shows for tips about your cat. A cat show only costs a few dollars to attend. But when you attend one, you see vendors selling cat items, and show pet owners that give their cats the best of everything. You can get ideas for best brands to feed your cat, as well as ideas for grooming and caring for your cat.

As you bathe your cat, start at the top first. If your cat has fleas and you begin at the bottom of their body, the fleas will simply move to their head to hide out until you are finished. Also, much as you would with a small child, keep the soap away from their eyes.

Keep an eye on your cat if he or she is panting. Dogs pant and that is the norm. Your cat will pant if it is nervous or overheated but it could also be the sign of a more serious health problem. Talk to a vet right away when panting persists.

Don't scrimp when it comes to your pet's food. Ensure that the food your cat eats is very high in protein. Look for foods that do not have corn or elements that aren't protein. Cats in the wild are meat eaters, and domestic cats need meat to ensure optimum health.

Ensure that dwarf hamster supplies is spayed or neutered. This is important even if your cat will not be outdoors or around cats of the opposite gender. Studies show that spayed cats are less vulnerable to uterine, mammary, and ovarian cancer. Neutering your male cat decreases his risk of developing prostate cancer. Another benefit of neutering is that your cat will not feel compelled to mark his territory by spraying.

If your cat is nursing a litter of kittens, it is vital that she have plenty of food and water near her nesting area. Mother cats are very protective, and do not want to leave their kittens for long lengths of time. Your cat can become dehydrated or malnourished just because she does not want to leave her kittens to eat and drink.

Cats are pretty low maintenance pets. They do not need as much attention and one-on-one time as dogs do. Cleaning the litter box is one of the most dreaded chores in the house. Investing in a good self-cleaning litter box can help to reduce the amount of times you have to clean it out.

If your female cat has recently given birth, be sure to check the kittens from time to time to be sure they are getting enough to eat. A cat, for one reason or another, sometimes does not produce enough milk for her kittens, endangering their health. If you notice the kittens crying often or trying to nurse frantically, take the mother to the vet to be sure she is producing sufficient milk for the kittens.

It might seem like a little much for an animal, but you should comb your cat's hair as often as possible. Combing the hair helps prevent the cat from licking loose fur and building a furball to spit up later. Different cats shed at different rates and some require a lot more maintenance than others.

You might find that your cat sleeps all day and wants to be active at night. This means that they're going to be running around more when it gets dark. If your busy kitties are keeping you up into the wee hours, try simply closing your bedroom door. This will reduce the frequency that they wake you up.

Feed your cat nutritionally balanced foods and always make sure they have fresh water. The best way to have a happy and healthy cat is to give them the nutrition they need to be healthy. Talk to your vet about the best kinds of foods available and the proper amount to feed them.

Is your cat really sweet and lovable? If so, they might make a good therapy pet. Pet therapy uses animals to go into places like nursing homes, and bring some joy to the people there. Your cat will be happy with all the attention, and you can feel good about doing something positive for others.

If your cat goes outdoors a lot, the chances are good that they come home filthy once in a while. When your cat is especially dirty or smelling like a skunk, you should make an appointment with the local groomer. Groomers will be gentle with your cat, resulting in a less traumatic experience.

If your cat ventures outdoors regularly, always check him when he comes back in. Make sure his fur is free from mats and his skin is free from bites or scratches. If you do find such problems, tend to them immediately or visit your veterinarian if necessary. This is essential to helping your cat maintain a healthy life.

Some cats have aversions to certain types of litter. If you find that your cat is not using their litter box, try switching the type of cat litter that you are using. Only do this if there is a problem. Cats do not like change. The cat may stop using the litter box if you change the type of litter you use.

Stop a cat which attacks humans. While a small kitten may not hurt someone much, an older cat could really hurt someone with this bad behavior. Teach them that this isn't right when they're kittens since they will not be quite set in their own ways yet.

Cats are really hard to decipher, but they are definitely loyal pets. Take what you learned here and use it as a guide to help you better understand how to make a cats life better. Healthy and happy cats that are loved by owners are good friends to live with.