What You Cat Wants You To Know

TIP! Don’t let your cats play with drape cords. If your cat plays with looped drape cords, they could get caught around its neck, which presents a suffocation hazard.

Cats are constant companions wherever humans choose to live, whether they’re kept as pets or left to fend for themselves in the streets. These orphaned cats make up 1/2 of the domesticated pet population, and they can be a pain if you reside in the city. Keep reading for some excellent advice about taking care of your pet.

TIP! Cats love to squeeze into tiny spots. Collars can be a safety risk if your kitty gets stuck.

Cats enjoy getting into small spaces. Collars can be a safety risk if your kitty gets stuck. A breakaway collar has the ability to release its hold if the cat pulls tightly on it. It can really be a life saver for your cat.

TIP! If you own a female cat, it’s crucial to spay it at the appropriate age. Even if your cat is an indoor cat, if she escapes while she is in heat you might end up with a lot of kittens on your hands.

Be certain your cat has regular vet visits. They should have a routine check-up once a year or more if important shots are due. If there are more pressing health problems, take your cat to the vet right away.

TIP! Spritz a little bitter apple on electrical cords to protect your cats. If your cat still insists on chewing your cords, try to cover as many of them as possible.

You may want to have a microchip put into your car. You never know when your cat could get away from you. Tags and collars can help you cat return home, but cats can wiggle out of them or risk injury by snagging them on a tree branch or bush. A microchip, on the other hand, is inserted near your cat’s shoulder blades, takes only a second to do, and all of your current contact info can be read through the chip. Most vets and all shelters can scan these chips to get your contact information and there is no risk of losing the chip.

TIP! Cats will be up during the night more often than not. This means that they will be the most active at night time.

You can now work against those stray cats and defend your residence. Feral cats can destroy gardens, attack your pets, and invite their friends over. Just remember that cats are delicate creatures that need to always be handled with love and affection. You may even bond with a stray cat that comes your way.