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Cat Maintenance
Cat maintenance focuses on the hair and claws of the cat. Combing a cat’s fur is an excellent way of getting rid of hair balls and checking for fleas. One should provide a scratching post to keep the cat's nails trimmed.
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Should the kittens at eight weeks still feed off mum?
Kittens can nurse all the way to 10 weeks. Don't worry-- mom cat will soon make it clear that the milk bar is closed. She will get up, step over and away from them, avoid them, snarl and even swat at them. Be sure you have wet mash set out for the kittens (or dry kitten food if they are already eating). Mom will teach them to eat solid food.
What can you give a cat for moderate pain?
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.
How can you get over the fact your cat has just been run over?
My cat run over, i loved it more than ever, first i was very upset, i felt as if my best friend had died, then after that i bought another kitten and i shared happiness with it and i still have it, basically the best thing to do is get a new kitten.
Can you see your cats third eyelid?
Yes, sometimes when they are drowsy and are so relaxed that when you stroke their head their top eyelid pulls up it is possible to see what can only be explained as a white eyelid which is the third eyelid. This is perfectly normal.
However, if you are seeing this eyelid when the cat is awake then i'm not so sure this is so normal as my cats is only visible, as i've said above when drowsy. So perhaps if you are seeing this when the cat is awake, a quick trip to the vets to make certain all is ok may be advisable? But if I'm honest I'm sure it is and my initial interpretation of when you actually saw it is more accurate.
Hope this answer is helpful!
Why is cat foaming at mouth after eye treatment with atropine and neomycin polymyxin B ointment?
This question should be directed at a qualified vet - NOT a general forum !
Can you walk your cat around the yard?
It depends if your cat likes being on a leash. If not walking your cat around the yard would be more like following the cat. If you held it that would be a different thing. You wouldn't exactly be "walking" your cat.
Will it hurt to pick a cat up by its tail?
== == Yes it would hurt that cat since in the cat's tail there is a bone. That bone is also there to help the cat balance, so is the same with the cats whiskers. NEVER pick a cat up by it's tail. Can cause serious injury and breakage from the backbone.
When will a newborn kitten start running around?
Well in three days the kitten will have its ears open and maybe a week or week and a hafe depending on the kitten its eyes will be opening. And around maybe two and a hafe to three weeks the kitten will start walking around. Trust me, i have 18 cats and have been around cats all my life. its fun to watch though how they react to you when they first see you, they begin to hiss. But i am hoping this awnsered your qustion the way you wanted it.
Why does a cat need to exercise?
They want to get stronger or else it will nap all day and when it wakes up it's back will hurt
Does a cat need a certain size or depth of their water bowl?
Not necessarily , the key point here is access to fresh water . Simply place fresh water out for your pet where they can have ready access to water .
How do you dry a cat after its bath?
Hold the cat in your arms and gently rub it with a towel. Don't try to get all of the water out of its fur, just get it so he is not ringing wet. Then let him go. Cats prefer to clean themselves. Just leave him alone to groom.
There are many ways in which human help cats. Here are some examples:
- If they are a stray, you trap them and if you have a heart, get them to the vet ASAP
- Find them a good loving home
- Take them in yourself
- If you have a sick cat take him/her to the doctor.
- We give them shelter
- We feed them
- Give them love and affection
- We clean up after them
- We cure illnesses
How long can you keep a 9 week old kitten in a cage?
You cannot keep a kitten in a cage for any long period of time.
How often do you feed a cat and how much?
It depends on your cats weight and his appetite. For more precise information, please consult your veterinarian.
Smaller, lighter cats will naturally eat less, whereas a bigger or bulky cat will eat more. That said, a cat will eat far more if fed a lower quality food to get the nutrition it needs, and less if fed a premium quality food.
The best way to find out how much you should feed YOUR cat is to keep an eye on his or her weight. You can do this by weighing him once a week to see if he gains or loses weight, or feeling for any extra layers of fat over his ribs. Be sure to consult a veterinarian first in order to find out the cat's weight and health.
How often you feed a cat again depends on the cat. Most healthy adult cats do well with two meals a day; one in the morning and the second in the evening. Kittens, young cats and particularly small cats will need feeding more often in smaller amounts as their stomachs are smaller and cannot take in too much food all in one go.
These suggestions are assuming your cat doesn't have another food source. Please do not over-feed your cat. Obese cats can have heart problems and will die sooner. Better be safe than sorry!
Maybe you should take over taking care of her older babies and cut her access to them. She wants to look after them and feed all of them, she must be an excellent mother.
Does a dominant cat bite off or cut the whiskers of other cats?
Nope--they simply decide on who's dominant by short (but often violent) scraps. Once a hierarchy has been established, a simple glance from the dominant animal is enough to let the other(s) know who's dominant.
frankenlouie is a cat born with 2 faces he is famous if you want to see him go to the animal planet website and click on weird true and freaky
How much food do you feed your cat?
My indoor male cat is fed 200g of high quality wet food per day. He is fed a rotation of three brands, with meat contents varying from 70% and above. He is not fed any dry food. He is an "average" 4kg cat, and his weight has been steady his entire adult life.
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My indoor female cat, one year old, about 4 pounds in weight, eats 1/2 cup of dry food in the morning, and 1/2 cup dry food mixed with canned food at dinner time. Water is always available, and the water dish is cleaned each day and refilled. A larger framed cat may eat up to 3/4 cup per feeding, depending on the cat and quality of food being fed.
Since she is not spayed, I have been feeding her hairball remedy food (She is long haired domestic). If she was neutered or spayed, she might be at risk of being a little overweight (although unlikely), and I would feed her low calorie or indoor cat remedy.
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Although I prefer the less expensive dry food, it is usually high in ash content, and causes internal problems as cats age, so it is worthwhile to purchase brands that are species-appropriate (lots of meat, no grains), which can keep a cat from developing health problems that can cost hundreds of dollars to surgically correct.
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Only kittens should have unlimited access to cat (kitten) food, since they are still growing. Kittens should have water, and/or special cat milk, not cow's milk, as it causes diarrhoea.
Often owners just feed their cat as much as the animals want until they see that their cat is getting chubby. That is fine if you have a busy schedule or a family or just plain lazy but if you want it to be a show cat or some loved family cat that you can show off too you would want to give it special care like shown as above.
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According to my vet, an adult cat needs only 1/2 cup of dry food per day, not twice a day. It is also true though, that cats eat more in winter (if it's cold/if they go outside), but 1 cup plus some moist food every day for a 4 pound cat is too much. She won't be 4 pounds for long ...
advertise them in pet stores or online, ask friends and family, neighbours etc or contact a cat rescue centre
How can you get your cat to use his new basket?
it's simple keep it's favourite food in the basket n take it that side n it will jump it the basket and it starts using it simple
How do you train your cats NOT use the litter box during the day?
You cant train your cat to not use the bathroom during the day. That would be bad for them if they had to wait all day to pee or poop. OK, here's the deal: Train yourself not to pee all day and if you can hold it for 12 hours without having to use the bathroom, then you can train your cat by closing the door to the room that your cat's litter box is in.... OK, now I'm going to be serious... YOU CANT TRAIN ANYTHING TO NOT USE THE BATHROOM DURING THE DAY. An average human cant even go 1 or 2 hrs without having to pee. And DEFINITELY NOBODY can hold it within the time of day. Which would be around 9- 12 hrs. So you cant train your cat to hold it especially when they cant do the pee pee dance or hold themselves or cross their legs. (trust me I have 8 cats. They cant go 1 hr without having to use the bathroom). Oh and when I said it would be bad for them that means that it would hurt them and mess up their bladder and they wouldn't be able to control when and where they use the bathroom at. So if their bladder messes up because if you want them to hold it forever. Then don't get mad when you find pee on the floor.
How many whiskers do cats have?
Most cats have 24 whiskers on each side, placed in five very straight rows of varying length. Not all the whiskers may be the same length or in the same growing phase, however! They also have eyebrow whiskers, whiskers at the corners of their jaws and whiskers on their elbows.
