Make this a Warm and Safe Winter for Your Cat

Every cat owner wants their feline to stay safe and warm during the winter.?This will not be much of a problem if you have an inside cat.?However, keeping tabs on an outside cat will definitely present its share of problems.

Every cat owner wants their feline to stay safe and warm during the winter.?This will not be much of a problem if you have an inside cat.?However, keeping tabs on an outside cat will definitely present its share of problems.

Before the winter comes, it is a good idea to take your cat to see the veterinarian.?You want to ensure there are no unknown medical conditions which will make life difficult for your cat during the winter.?Conditions like arthritis are known to get worse whenever cold weather hits.?

Diabetes and problems with the kidneys and heart can also keep cats from regulating their body temperature like they normally can.?If you have an older cat, then make sure to pay special attention to it.

If your cat stays inside with you be sure to prevent it from getting burned by various heat sources.?Install a pet-proofing system on your fireplace if you operate it during the winter.?It is best for you to avoid using space heaters since cats may get burned.?Also, they may knock the heater over by accident and cause your house to burn down.

Outdoor cats will seek out any type of shelter they can find in order to stay warm.?You can provide yours with a sturdy shelter filled with plenty of blankets inside.?As long as the shelter is dry and filled with blankets your cat will be able to stay comfortable.

No matter what time of year it is you need to provide fresh food and water to your cat at all times.?Cats can still get dehydrated in the winter.?If you leave a container of water outside for your cat, then make sure you do not allow it to freeze over since your cat will not be able to drink from it.

Lots of people use salt to keep from slipping on the ice during the winter months.?This ice will get on your cat's paws and eventually lead to damage as your cat keeps walking.?It can even cause internal damage in the form of inflammation if your cat tries to lick the salt off the feet.

An even more serious problem during winter is antifreeze.?Make sure you do not accidentally leave a puddle beneath your car.?Cats are attracted to the sweet-tasting liquid, but the chemical is very deadly.?

Keeping your cat safe and warm in the winter can be a challenging task if your cat spends most of its time on the outside.?Make sure there is a warm shelter and bedding for it to come home to.