Each individual cat irrespective of cat breed shows distinct personality and behavioral traits but we can see consistencies within the cat breed while there are stark differences when we compare across breeds. Some cat breeds have a higher activity level while some are very passive, some cat breeds are extremely aggressive towards humans and other animals while some are very gentle and playful towards humans and other animals.
Cats are extremely intelligent animals and can be excellent companions as they’re less needy, more independent and low maintenance when compared to their counterparts in the category of most common pet animals this is dogs. However, if not taken care of properly cats can develop health issues which could reduce their life expectancy and their overall quality of life. So, it is vital that you take good care of your feline friend so it doesn’t develop crippling health issues. So, in todays article we’d be discussing a few solutions to alleviate and/or prevent your cat from developing these health issues.
Before starting out our tips for preventing health issues in cats we’d like to point out that every individual cat is different. Various cat breeds have a proclivity to develop different issues. For example larger domestic cats like savannah cat have a tendency to develop breathing difficulties while smaller domestic cats like Persian cats are predisposed to have issues with various worms in their gut like ringworm, tapeworm etc. So, we’re keeping this list of health tips and tricks incredibly basic and generalised such that it is applicable for every individual domestic cat breed irrespective of the level of cat training your feline friend has received and subtle differences across breeds.
Let’s firs discuss few of the health problems which are common in cats before moving onto the solutions. Few of the most common health issues cats face are obesity, issues with worms, vomiting, respiratory illnesses , stomach issues, fleas and issues with their fur. Virtually every cat goes through these issues at one point in their life but we as pet owners can help alleviate our cats stress by taking the following steps:
The first step before doing anything else is to find a good vet and make regular visits with your cats. Your vet would diagnose your cat and find out if there’s any issue whatsoever. Your vet will also be able to figure out issues with specific cat breeds and would have the solutions to deal with them.
There’s a common misconception that cats don’t need exercise like dogs do which leads many cats to be obese and obesity in cats could lead to many health problems. The best way to deal with feline obesity is to stick to a cat training program which provides much needed enrichment and exercise to your cat.
Probably the most important step in preventing health issues from developing in your cat is to provide it with a proper nutritious diet. It is important that you feed your cat the right stuff and in the right amount.
Cats are generally very clean and tidy and groom themselves much better than dogs do but its still a good practice to look out for ticks and fleas at regular intervals to keep your cat healthy and happy.
We hope you found this list useful and hopefully these tips and tricks to keep your feline friend healthy and happy do the trick and your cat is blessed with a long and healthy life.
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