Although your cat may act independent and be litter-trained they still rely on you for regular veterinary care, safe shelter, water, food and etc. By taking care of there essential needs you'll be in a much better place to develop a rewarding and mutual relationship.
It's important that your cat's ID and collar tag include your name, address and telephone number. You should make sure they have one for the simple reason that if they do find themselves outside and lost then having the ID tag and collar will help them return home.
Your cat should be kept indoors when possible. This is best for the community, your cat and you when you keep your cat safely confined at all times.
Make it a point to get your cat neutered or spayed. This will assist in reducing the problem of cat overpopulation and will keep them healthier.
In the final analysis it's up to you to make sure your cat is trained not to act in a way you don't like. This would include scratching furniture and jumping on counter tops. Despite popular opinion your cat can be trained like any other animal. It's important to have patience,effort and understanding when doing it.
To keep your cat's coat healthy, soft and shiny make a it a point to groom them often. To keep your cat's hair from matting it should be brushed. This will also decrease the creation of hairballs by your cat. Hairballs are produced when cats groom themselves and in the process they ingest hair.
In Summary
After reading this article you can see why we would recommend you to be loyal and patient. Most of your cat's behavior problems can be resolve if you have the right expectations in place for them. Contact your veterinarian or local animal shelter if you are having problems with your cat's actions.
