Cat Maintenance

Cats are extremely susceptible to medications. Consult your vet about your concerns and they will be able to provide you with information on how to alleviate the pain. Depending on what is causing the pain the cat may be given antibiotics, pain meds or other palliatives. Keep your cat warm and in a comfortable, soft bed.

Sometimes, it can be a sign of health problems. If your cat is healthy, it's probably more of a behavioral problem. Can you think of anything she might be upset about like a change in litter? Some cats are finicky about things like that and will show that they're not happy by pooping outside their box.

Pour some cat food in a bowl and go inside. Give it a few minutes and peek out a window to see if it's eating it. I can almost guarantee it will be eating it!Trust me. I've done this before

Leave the food somewhere near where you have seen it or where it was, and most likely the cat will find it. Good luck. :)

Give them water to drink and/or some cat food or plain (unseasoned) meat such as chicken. Do not give them processed meats as they contain preservatives and salt which can harm a cat if it eats too much.

The gestation period is about six weeks.

Yes, fleas can and do carry diseases that can infect dogs. The most common flea-borne disease of dogs in the United States is tapeworms. This is why a monthly flea/tick preventive medication is a good idea.

i do not know how to make a litter picker that's why i amaxing you because it is for my home work

Kittens usually begin the weaning process around 4-6 weeks of age. They begin by taking an interest, or picking at their mother's solid food. At this age they will still be suckling and getting nutrients from their mother, but putting a tiny bit of wet food down every few hours will entice them to eat. You could see if they will lick food off your fingertip or off their own paws. This first stage can take several days.

Mushed up wet food, or wet food that is throughly mixed with a little water or kitten milk is the best type of food for them right now. It is easy for them to eat and digest. It is advisable not to try dry food as, even softened with water, kittens may still not be able to eat it. As the kittens get older and bigger, you can slowly decrease the amount of water or kitten milk you use in the food, and leave slightly larger chunks for them to chew.

Be sure to feed them from a plate and not a bowl, as it is easier for the kittens to pick up the food.

usually five on the front, 4 on the back

polydactyl cats can have more 'fingers' on the front paws usually. most common is one additional 'finger' on each front paw, somewhat resembling thumbs. :) *meow*

The best way to litter-train kittens is to have a litter tray close to where they are, always making sure that the tray not to high for them to get into. Then about once every couple of hours pick them up and put them into the tray. At first they should just walk around in it maybe sniff a bit but after a while they'll instinctively dig, And after a while they'll understand. Every kitten is different but they should learn quite quickly.

To reduce lameness, don't declaw to start with. Declawing is considered inhumane by many and many countries have banned the procedure just for that reason. In the short and long term, it hurts the cat. If the procedure is done incorrectly, there can be complications, infections, etc. There is a chance the cat will be in pain for the rest of its life.

Claws are essential to the well-being of cats. A cat's claws, and the toes they are attached to, are important for cats for many reasons. Cats are digitigrades which means that they use their multi-functional claws everyday in many ways. They walk on their toes and use them for balance, exercising, climbing, and stretching the muscles in their legs, back, shoulders, and paws. They also use them for grasping toys, digging litter, communicating, grooming, and self-defense. Declawing a cat just to protect furniture is selfish. If you value items more than caring about the cats themselves, then you should not have a cat.

I don't think declawing is right at all. If your having a scratching problem get her cat toys she can scratch on like mats or a climbing tower. If she scratches on things she shouldn't squirt her with some water from a spray bottle. I feel that declawing is inhumane. If that's what you resort to your to lazy to do the right thing for the animal. In fact, declawing is considered so inhumane that at least 25 countries have banned this procedure.

Do you know what they do when they declaw the cat?

The procedure is essentially ten complex amputations. The cat must remain anesthetized for the entire procedure, increasing operative risk. But they DO NOT give paim meds while the cat heals. The wound can rip open and bleed.

A cat's claw is a complex digit. It is not just a fingernail as it is with humans. The nails are part of the cat's last toe joint and retract and are actuated by muscles and tendons. By cutting into these, you raise the risk of serious long-term physical and emotion impacts for your cat.

Declawed cats in effect are reduced in their ability to gain traction and to walk properly. They have to move with their weight shifted backwards from their natural posture. Claws exist for many reasons:

~To stretch out muscles and spine

~To help exercise and stay fit

~To provide defense against mistreatment or other animals

~To provide traction and grip in all sorts of environments

The consequences of declawing are larger than many people realize. Cat's behaviors can change. Declawed cats no longer have their primary defense mechanism and turn to biting as a default behavior. Physical ailments such as premature arthritis, cystitis, or perennial skin disorders can occur. Bungled surgeries can result in growth of deformed claws or serious infection.

So Please do NOT declaw your cat. There are so many better ways of dealing with the scratching: Train the cat or kitten to use a scratching post. Many cats will take to scratching posts naturally. Make it a regular habit of clipping the cat's claws using a pet nail clipper. The other alternative is to purchase something called "soft paws". These are little plastic "gloves" that fit onto each claw to stop it from scratching furniture.

No, my cat does not. But, since your asking, I suppose you cat does, so here is what you have to do:

Mange is a skin contagious skin condition caused by mites and parasites in animals. Most of the time, cats that are affected by mange are outdoor cats. Left untreated, the cat can become very ill and can lose their fur. Mange can cause discomfort, scratching and itching. There are several options for treating a cat for mange.

Mange in cats is fairly uncommon; however it is possible for a cat to contract mange. If your cat is loosing fur, you should always take your cat to the vet. Other diseases and problems other than mange can cause hair loss. A vet can look at a sample of the cat's skin or fur under a microscope to determine whether or not your cat has mange.

There are a few different types of mange that are thought to affect cats. Ear mites are not usually considered mange, but the parasites that cause ear mites can also cause mange. Ear mites should always be treated with injections or prescription ear drops. When a cat has ear mites, the inside of their ears will look dirty. Black oily-looking dirt will cover the inside of the cat's ears. These are not the actual mites, but are the dropping left behind from the mites.

Another form of mange is called Demodex Mange, also called "red mange". This type of mange is not contagious. Cat and dogs do not pass this type of mange to each other. Most cats and dogs have small amounts of these mites living on their skin. This form of mange does not often bother the cat unless it becomes inflamed. It might show up on the cat as small patches of hair loss. In more serious cases, it can cause a bacterial infection on the skin. The skin can become inflamed, red and itchy. Demodex Mange usually starts causing problems in cats that are immuno-suppressed or that are aging. This type of mange can also adversely affect cats with poor nutrition. Hormones and stress might also cause this type of mange to cause problems. It can be seen in pregnant and nursing cats or male cats that are not neutered.

There are treatment options for this kind of mange. When you take your cat to the vet for possible mange, you vet will perform a thorough health exam. This will rule out autoimmune diseases and other forms of parasites such as worms. An oral medication called Ivermectin can be used. Although this drug is not approved by the FDA to use for mange, many vets find this treatment extremely effective. Another treatment option is dipping your cat in a prescribed pesticide. This is highly effective, but can be cause problems such as vomiting and seizures in cats. Also, it is poisonous, so it should not be used with pregnant cats or by people who are pregnant. This dip is usually done weekly for up to six weeks.

Sarcoptic mange is another form of mange that can affect cats. This form of mange is highly contagious and very problematic. Cat that are affected by this type of mange are extremely itchy and the scratching can cause serious inflammation and sometimes bleeding of the skin. Mites will burrow into the skin and lay the eggs. When a cat has this, the excessive scratching can also cause scabbing and infections on the skin.

This form of mange is usually determined by examining the cat's skin or fur under a microscope. If it is indeed Sarcoptic mange, your vet will want to wash the cat with a medicated shampoo and then treat the cat with a pesticide dip. Just as with "red mange", this pesticide dip is very potent and extreme caution should be used when treating your cat.

If you suspect your cat has mange, you will have to take your cat to the vet for an exam. In order to treat the infection, it is necessary to know which type of mange your cat has. Also, it is not recommended to use "home remedies" for mange that are often found. These can be extremely dangerous to your cat. In many cases, hair loss is not mange. Hair loss can be caused by allergic reactions to foods, plants or even medications. Allergic reactions are treated much differently than mange so it is very important to seek medical care for your cat.

source: http://www.cat-advisors-online.com/Mange-Treatment-Options-fo-your-Cat.html

No it can't. Frontline is a pesticide that is useful against fleas, ticks, and other parasites. It is applied topically and is recommended for cats and other animals. Follow manufacturers directions. Then, observe your cat for a day or two. It might suffer a temporary irritation. If this irritation persists, have a vet examine the cat.

This depends on ones perspective and understanding of how the metric system is built up.

If this cat's weight is 2.5 kilogram then this can also be written as 2,500 grams.

The actual "numbers" used to display the result is less in kilogram than in grams, but we also have to realize and know that the word "Kilo" mean "thousand"

We typically shorten kilogram to "kg", but it does not alter the units of measurement, of which is still grams. It is only the presentation of the numbers that will be different, but it will read out just the same number.

It is quite different to the imperial system which today have units that are standardized and described "accurately" using metric measurements.

Where as the imperial system also differ between USA and UK, the metric system is the same all over the world.

NO no no!!!! you will harm your cat please dont . and never use hartz products . if your using flea killer in general, u'd be better off bathing your cat or getting them groomed to kill the fleas. and neverrrr use cheap products they can kill or harm or pet

NO! Of course not. Shrimp is in cat food and can actually be good for them if giving to them in a proper way.

About a cup a day. When they get to be about one year of age it should ruduce to 1/2 to 3/4 cup.

When you take your kitten to the vets for his booster shots (first ones 8-12 weeks) the vet will give you powder to mix into his food for a few days when you go back for his 2nd lot (3weeks later)he will give you more to put in his food again. Then you worm him every 3 months. :)

Yes, you can have a mother cat spayed some time after she's had kittens, but not straight away. Get your vet's advice. If you're not a registered breeder, it's a very good idea to get your cat spayed so that there isn't an extra problem of more unwanted kittens.

If there's a Little of the ovaries left, a spayed cat can still go into heat. But with the uterus missing, it can't get pregnant.

You can't get cat piddle out of your leather jacket. I suggest getting a new leather jacket! You don't. You throw it away or all the cats in the neighborhood will also pee on your jacket as they will want to put their scent on it! You can try something called ProKlean you can find it on the web, you may wanna try that instead of throwing away a leather jacket I have an old leather coat and it stank! I put it in the washer. I put it on a wool wash, ran it through 4 cycles and it came out immaculate and no smell. I dried it slowly and it's as good as new. I wasn't going to be able to wear it anyway, so I had nothing to lose!

Just a dry nose does not mean the cat may be sick. A dry nose is common in cats. If there were other symptoms with a dry nose the cat may be ill. Look for lathargy, pale gums, irregular breathing, things of this sort to consider the cat may be ill.

My sister has 3 cats and their noses are dry. It just means that they have not had a drink or have licked their nose in about a half hour or so. It does not always mean that the cats are sick! ~Me!!

splash it with water to make it wet again.