PETS

When people decide on having a pet cat, they are faced with the dilemma of adopting or buying one. They can always buy a kitty from a well-known cat breeder, which is the best option if they are going for a purebred feline. However, there are a number of reasons why a kitten or cat from a shelter or rescue program could be the better choice for them. There are six reasons why it is best to adopt a cat. This can be beneficial to the health of humans. Cats, no matter where they come from, can provide many health benefits to their human family. They can comfort people who are depressed and lonely plus reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Stroking a cat that purrs has proven to lower blood pressure. In addition, when children grow up with a pet cat, there are fewer chances for them to develop allergies and respiratory problems. In general, cats can ease loneliness and ward off health problems while building routine and structure to the life of their human companions. Humans are saving the life of a cat. Cats that were rescued or live in shelters are there for a reason. They were either abused by their owners or found on the road so they need some new place to live. When people adopt a cat, this will prevent it from going through euthanasia when the shelter can no longer accommodate them because of overcrowding. People can find a perfect pet in them. One good reason for adopting a cat is that people can choose from a wide range of cats when adopting one from a rescue program or shelter. They come is a large selection of breeds, ages, sizes, colors and coat types so there will surely be one that will be best for their home and family. What's more, employees of shelters and rescue groups can provide information about a cat's personality and habits. People can save on expenses. Majority of cats that come from a shelter/rescue program are up-to-date when it comes to vaccination, check-up, neutering and spraying. People can save on such expenses and just need to pay the adoption fee, food plus other home-life essentials. There is no need to worry when it comes to grooming. Cats are known to groom themselves, so people do not need to spend much or exert effort in that regard. Certainly, cats with long hair need coat care on a regular basis but that will not be a problem with short-coated kitties. People will have a new family member, which is low in maintenance. Cats are not as labor-intensive as dogs. There are some cat owners that like to take their cats out for walks but most cats just like to sleep 16 to 20 hours daily and they do not mind if they stay home all day. In case people will leave for a number of days, this will not be a problem with their pet cat since felines are self-sufficient and they can manage to be alone as long as they have lots of food and fresh water so there is no need for a pet sitter. It may take time to find the right cat for a home but people can be assured that the one they choose will be a source of joy and comfort to them. When a cat is happy, the home will be happy as well. A feline who leaves a shelter/rescue program will be content to live with a loving family.

1.Motivate your pet cat to stay active Most people have overweight problems with their waistlines continuing to expand and sadly, their pets also experience the same issues. According to a current study, about 55% of pet cats nowadays are overweight. This is caused by 3 main issues such as having a sedentary lifestyle, high calorie diet and too many treats. When cat owners let their felines play and exercise a lot as well plus provide them the required daily caloric meals, their cat will stay healthy and live longer instead of having a shorter lifespan as well as pricey, medication problems. Even the simplest cat toys can transform a fat, lethargic cat to a lean, active feline. 2.Bring the cat outdoors to get fresh air and sunshine Cat lovers may not completely agree on whether the indoors or the outdoors are better for their pet cats. No matter what they decide on, they should make sure to provide their kitty with a safe means to enjoy fresh air and sunshine. They can consider setting up an enclosed cattery or catio to protect their cat while it is outside. 3.Build something high, where your cat can climb, hide and observe The felines of today come from a long lineage of domestic cats that date back to 12,000 years. Based on the discovery of researchers, all of the present domestic pet cats come from one ancestor: Felis sylvestris lybica, an ancient wildcat from Africa. This African wildcat still exists until now that is why they are familiar with it. Its prominent feature, which makes it stand out, is its small size. Since it originated from a wild setting, the African wildcat is known to be a predator and prey. The African wildcat as predator, climbed up high in the trees/hills to hide and prepare for approaching prey. As a prey, it climbed up to find shelter in high places where large predators could not follow. So, what does this mean to cat owners and their pet felines? These modern housecats long to have a high, hiding place. It is natural for some agile cats to climb up to the top of a bookcase or refrigerator. 4.Provide something for the pet cat to scratch their claws on A cat's claw will continually grow. Since their claws are not clipped too often, they file their claws by scratching them on any surface. This behavior, which was inherited from its ancestors, offers more benefits than just trimming their nails. So, to protect a home's furniture and cushions, among others, they can give their cat its own scratching surfaces.

Cats Hate Feeling Lonely Many people think that cats are solitary creatures but this is not the case. While cats can be left by themselves longer than dogs, kitties also long for love, attention and companionship just like our other humans or furry pets. When they are left alone for a long, long time, they can become sad, lethargic and even worse, depressed. Even if they are too busy, cat owners should spend quality time with their pet cat. They can set aside 15 minutes to play with them every now and then so it will stay happy and healthy. Another solution is to adopt another feline, to always keep it company. Cats Hate Filthy Litter Boxes Whether at home or in public, people do not like to use a dirty toilet, which is disgusting. Actually, cats also feel this way when it comes to filthy litter boxes. That being said, cat litter boxes should be cleaned every other day or better yet, every day. This depends on the number of cats as well as their toilet habits. If they do not like to clean poop every single day they can invest in a self-cleaning litter box. Cleaning a liter box is not only about scooping poop. The frequency of replacing litter depends on the type of litter used, how often it is scooped and the number of cats in a home. Cats Hate Spoiled Food Cats, just like people, hate digging into spoiled food. Firstly, spoiled/stale food smells and tastes bad and worst of all; it is detrimental to their health. When food is exposed for a long time, particularly in warm weather, this can develop bacteria like Salmonella and Staphylococcus. Every time they buy or serve meals to their cat, it is important to check the expiation dates on wet and dry food. In case there is lots of food left by their cat, they may have to evaluate the amount it really needs to eat. They can consult a veterinarian to know how much to feed them, based on their breed, age, size and activities. Cats Hate Yucky Medicine When people feel sick, they need to take some medicine no matter how yucky it tastes. Cats feel the same way too when taking their medicine. Most of them make their medicine foam inside their mouth, let the pill stay in their esophagus then spit it out. Whatever kind of medicine cats need to take, whether to treat a cold, infection or chronic condition that needs to be given continuously, the experience should be more pleasant for them.