Cats : How To Choose Care For A Cat Give Away Rights Ebook

Table Of Contents

Preparing to Own A Cat ………………….4
Pedigree Cats ………………….7
Multi Cat Households ………………….9
Cat Growth Stages – How a Cat Matures ………………….11
What Should A Cat Eat? ………………….14
Why Cats Scratch ………………….17
Cat Grooming – Keep Your Cat Looking Great ……………..19
Cat Flea Control………………….22
Cat Hairballs ………………….23
Cat Vaccinations – Protecting Your Cat………………….24
Neutering – An Important Part of Your Cat’s Care ………………….25
Choosing a Bed for Your Cat – The Perfect Place to Cat Nap ………………..26
Cat Litter Boxes ………………….27
Cat Collars and Leashes ………………….28
RESOURCES ………………….30

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Preparing to Own A Cat

Before you decide to own that cute little kitten there are a few important things to consider. No doubt that is why you are reading this little book.

First, if you have never lived with a cat you must find out whether you are allergic to them. Allergy is the main reason that cats are re-homed or sent to a shelter. If he is no longer a kitten by then, sadly, he stands a poor chance of being re-homed. And of course both you and your family will also be very sad.

If you tend to be allergic to pollen or other airborne allergens it is likely that you, or your children, will also be allergic to cats. It really isn’t possible to live happily with a cat if it makes your eyes and nose itch all the time.

If you’ve never spent much time around cats, try to spend a few hours in a home with them and see if you feel at all allergic. Bring with you any family member who has a tendency to allergy. If it isn’t possible to spend time with a cat you could get an allergy test done. Take your time until you are sure you aren’t going to be affected by cat fur.

Next, you may want to consider your lifestyle. Although most cats need less interaction than dogs, a kitten, who has after all just left his playful littermates, can easily become lonely and bored if left alone all day, especially if he is kept indoors. A bored kitten is often a nuisance, scratching the furniture, knocking things over, and generally trying to amuse itself in ways you won’t like. If you work long hours getting two kittens to keep each other company is much kinder.

If you have a baby, or are expecting one, it isn’t a good time to get a kitten or cat. Wait until the baby is a little older before acquiring one. Cats can become jealous of a new baby and there is also the danger of the cat lying on a sleeping infant if the crib is not safely covered. You will have enough to do in looking after your baby without having to give time to a new cat.

Most homes can manage to fit a cat into them, but just be sure that yours will. Cats need more equipment if they are going to be indoor cats. Indoor cats need a litter box, litter, toys, and a scratching post. You will also need to spend more time playing with your cat if he is not allowed the freedom to play outside on his own.

It seems that indoor cats only exist in the USA. I am not from there and I find the whole concept of keeping a cat indoors difficult to understand. I have read the reasons, that they are safer from mean people, marauding dogs, traffic and illnesses. I guess you know your own conditions. For myself I think that I would still take the risk because cats so love the outdoors and I can’t imagine one being truly free and happy if they only see it through a window. Keeping a cat indoors is just not a custom I am used to, but I will try not to let my prejudices influence this book!