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| How to Choose A Cat |
Choosing A Kitty Basics
Cats are less demonstrative in the love and warmth when compared
to dogs. Therefore in order to be committed to the idea of physically
keeping a pet cat, the future owner should be totally well informed of
every aspect of its care and temperament.
Anything that is small and cuddly is usually easily to consider as a
pet, but once the cat is grown it may not seem very cute anymore and
even worse, cats have a tendency to have an off standish demeanor
which can be very frustrating for the pet owner that is more into the
cuddly and nuzzling displays of warmth and love.
to dogs. Therefore in order to be committed to the idea of physically
keeping a pet cat, the future owner should be totally well informed of
every aspect of its care and temperament.
Anything that is small and cuddly is usually easily to consider as a
pet, but once the cat is grown it may not seem very cute anymore and
even worse, cats have a tendency to have an off standish demeanor
which can be very frustrating for the pet owner that is more into the
cuddly and nuzzling displays of warmth and love.
The Basics
However there are some ways that can help the future owner pick a
suitable kitty for a pet, and the following are some suggestions as
to how to go about this:
Doing some research on the various breed available and their own
individual characteristics will help the individual make a more
informed decision on the type most suited to his or her needs.
Elements such as inherent conditions that might be prevailing to
the particular breed chosen would be something worth exploring
before an actual pick is made.
This will enable the individual to make a better and more informed
decision as to whether the choice made would be suited to his or
her lifestyle. Issues such as fur shedding can be a nightmare for the
individual possessing dark colored and expensive furniture.
suitable kitty for a pet, and the following are some suggestions as
to how to go about this:
Doing some research on the various breed available and their own
individual characteristics will help the individual make a more
informed decision on the type most suited to his or her needs.
Elements such as inherent conditions that might be prevailing to
the particular breed chosen would be something worth exploring
before an actual pick is made.
This will enable the individual to make a better and more informed
decision as to whether the choice made would be suited to his or
her lifestyle. Issues such as fur shedding can be a nightmare for the
individual possessing dark colored and expensive furniture.
Figure Out The Cost
As in owning anything worthwhile, there are always costs incurred
either in the initial stages or throughout the ownership period.
However the owner should be well aware and prepared of these costs,
otherwise it could eventually constitute to be burdensome.
either in the initial stages or throughout the ownership period.
However the owner should be well aware and prepared of these costs,
otherwise it could eventually constitute to be burdensome.
The Cost
The following are some areas where it is most likely to incur costs,
thus the need to be aware of what to expect when considering owning
a cat:
If the owner is considering a pure breed then the initial cost required
can be considerable, however if the cat is gotten as a gift or from an
animal shelter there may be no cost or very little cost incurred.
Vaccinations are another element that would require the owner set
aside some money for. This is both important and unavoidable as the
consequences of not vaccinating the cat would eventually result in
other medical problems.
This could cost anything from $50-$70 depending on the types of
vaccinations needed.
Neutering the cat should also be considered, if the owner has no
intention of being responsible for raising a litter each time the cat
gives birth.
This would cost the owner anywhere from $100 - $200, depending on
the type of procedure chosen.
Food and water bowls are also another essential item that should be
acquired for the cat. As cats are creates of habit, ensuring these are
thus the need to be aware of what to expect when considering owning
a cat:
If the owner is considering a pure breed then the initial cost required
can be considerable, however if the cat is gotten as a gift or from an
animal shelter there may be no cost or very little cost incurred.
Vaccinations are another element that would require the owner set
aside some money for. This is both important and unavoidable as the
consequences of not vaccinating the cat would eventually result in
other medical problems.
This could cost anything from $50-$70 depending on the types of
vaccinations needed.
Neutering the cat should also be considered, if the owner has no
intention of being responsible for raising a litter each time the cat
gives birth.
This would cost the owner anywhere from $100 - $200, depending on
the type of procedure chosen.
Food and water bowls are also another essential item that should be
acquired for the cat. As cats are creates of habit, ensuring these are
accessible and kept in a particular place always is important. Kitty
litters are also very important if the cat is going to be house bound.
Cats usually require this apparatus to ease themselves and it is
certainly a welcomed regimen that works well for both the owner and
cat. Investing in a good cat litter box will be well worth the cost.
litters are also very important if the cat is going to be house bound.
Cats usually require this apparatus to ease themselves and it is
certainly a welcomed regimen that works well for both the owner and
cat. Investing in a good cat litter box will be well worth the cost.
Check Into The Cats Health
Part of the responsibility of having a cat would be to keep an eye on
its health conditions. With this in mind the owner should be well
aware of all the necessary elements to look out to ensure early
detection is possible and the relevant medical attention can be
sought
its health conditions. With this in mind the owner should be well
aware of all the necessary elements to look out to ensure early
detection is possible and the relevant medical attention can be
sought
The Health
The following are some of the areas that can be looked into when it
comes to checking on the health of the pet cat:
A cat’s weight readings should not vary too much and its eating habits
should be fairly consistent. These are tell tale signs of something
amiss in the cat’s health should these two important factors show
some variations. The cat’s ideal weight should be measurable by its
age and if this seems satisfactory then the potential owner can
consider keeping the cat as a pet.
The cat’s coat is also another good indication to the general health
conditions of the cat. If the coat seems rather lack luster, then there is
a good indication that either the cat’s health is in jeopardy or the cat’s
diet should be changed. Unusual amounts of fur shedding is also
cause for concern, although this could be due to a variety of reasons,
some of which may be sudden stress the cat is undergoing, the
improper nutritional content of the present diet plan, the shampoo
being used and perhaps the general living conditions of the cat.
Keeping a close watch on the cat’s inner eyelid or otherwise known as
the third eye, would also help to alert the owner of its impending
health issues. This eyelid should ideally be should ideally not be
visible to the human eye, and if it is, then there is a good indication
that there is possible signs of stress created from foreign substances
in the cat’s eye.
A cat’s weight readings should not vary too much and its eating habits
should be fairly consistent. These are tell tale signs of something
amiss in the cat’s health should these two important factors show
some variations. The cat’s ideal weight should be measurable by its
age and if this seems satisfactory then the potential owner can
consider keeping the cat as a pet.
The cat’s coat is also another good indication to the general health
conditions of the cat. If the coat seems rather lack luster, then there is
a good indication that either the cat’s health is in jeopardy or the cat’s
diet should be changed. Unusual amounts of fur shedding is also
cause for concern, although this could be due to a variety of reasons,
some of which may be sudden stress the cat is undergoing, the
improper nutritional content of the present diet plan, the shampoo
being used and perhaps the general living conditions of the cat.
Keeping a close watch on the cat’s inner eyelid or otherwise known as
the third eye, would also help to alert the owner of its impending
health issues. This eyelid should ideally be should ideally not be
visible to the human eye, and if it is, then there is a good indication
that there is possible signs of stress created from foreign substances
in the cat’s eye.
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Check Into The Cats Age
The most popular way to check the age of the cat is by examining its
teeth. This method is usually used by those who are not medically
trained as animal doctors.
However as most of the kitten’s teeth are usually very quickly evolved
into adult ones, it may be rather difficult to actually pin point the
exact age of the animal.
teeth. This method is usually used by those who are not medically
trained as animal doctors.
However as most of the kitten’s teeth are usually very quickly evolved
into adult ones, it may be rather difficult to actually pin point the
exact age of the animal.
The Age
The cat’s eyes are another good indicator of its age. If there is
cloudiness in the lenses, it would mean the cat is rather old or has
managed to contract cataracts.
This would most likely indicate a more mature cat. Most kittens
start out with smooth irises which then eventually develop into
jagged and crackly looking ones as they age.
Feeling the body to judge the muscular build of the cat is also
another way to judge the age of the cat. Kittens then to have well
shaped and toned muscles while the older cats would be more
inclined to have some extra skin sagging and clear visible evidence
of the shoulder blades protruding out.
cloudiness in the lenses, it would mean the cat is rather old or has
managed to contract cataracts.
This would most likely indicate a more mature cat. Most kittens
start out with smooth irises which then eventually develop into
jagged and crackly looking ones as they age.
Feeling the body to judge the muscular build of the cat is also
another way to judge the age of the cat. Kittens then to have well
shaped and toned muscles while the older cats would be more
inclined to have some extra skin sagging and clear visible evidence
of the shoulder blades protruding out.
Also kittens and younger cat are more likely to be more active and
thus rather mischievous and playful. An older cat would be more
likely to spend most of its time sleeping and not overly impressed
with any toys introduced into its daily routine.
Kittens and younger cats however would be more than enthusiastic
and curios of any new introduction into their lives and are often
very alert to even the smallest changes in their immediate
environment.
thus rather mischievous and playful. An older cat would be more
likely to spend most of its time sleeping and not overly impressed
with any toys introduced into its daily routine.
Kittens and younger cats however would be more than enthusiastic
and curios of any new introduction into their lives and are often
very alert to even the smallest changes in their immediate
environment.
All these elements put together would help the individual make an
informed calculation of the general age of the cat, without the need
to seek out a medical expert’s advice.
Once such elements are recognized, the individual can then decide
if the particular animal is suitable to be taken as a pet. This will
also give the future owner some idea of the other corresponding
items that would be needed to cater to the particular age choice
made.
informed calculation of the general age of the cat, without the need
to seek out a medical expert’s advice.
Once such elements are recognized, the individual can then decide
if the particular animal is suitable to be taken as a pet. This will
also give the future owner some idea of the other corresponding
items that would be needed to cater to the particular age choice
made.
What Amenities Do You Need
There are several different options available to the individual who is
looking for suitable amenities for his or her pet. Ideally these should
be located within the proximity of the eventual home base of the
animal.
looking for suitable amenities for his or her pet. Ideally these should
be located within the proximity of the eventual home base of the
animal.
What’s Needed
The first and most likely amenity to source for would be a good vet.
This is important as the services of such an enmity, will eventually be
needed somewhere down the line. Therefore sourcing for a vet that
creates the desired comfort both physically and mentally for the
individual and the pet would be rather helpful if not necessary.
Another enmity to look into would be the availability and quality of a
good pet hotel. This would be needed if and when the individual
would need somewhere to board the pet when vacations are planned.
Going over to check out the pet hotel and speaking to the staff would
help the individual to consider the merits of the facility and if it would
be suitable for the cat. As cats are often only very comfortable in their
own surroundings, and find it rather stressful to adapt to unfamiliar
surroundings, even if it is for a short period of time, ensuring the stay
is as comfortable and least traumatizing as possible would be helpful.
Good pet grooming centers are also something the potential pet
owner may want to consider, as the services of such a centre could
prove to be rather useful if the owner does not have the time and
patience to groom the cat themselves. Besides this the pet grooming
centre will be able to provide all the necessary services that are
custom fitted to the cat’s needs. They would also be well equipped to
deal with all the various processes that are involved in pet grooming.
This is important as the services of such an enmity, will eventually be
needed somewhere down the line. Therefore sourcing for a vet that
creates the desired comfort both physically and mentally for the
individual and the pet would be rather helpful if not necessary.
Another enmity to look into would be the availability and quality of a
good pet hotel. This would be needed if and when the individual
would need somewhere to board the pet when vacations are planned.
Going over to check out the pet hotel and speaking to the staff would
help the individual to consider the merits of the facility and if it would
be suitable for the cat. As cats are often only very comfortable in their
own surroundings, and find it rather stressful to adapt to unfamiliar
surroundings, even if it is for a short period of time, ensuring the stay
is as comfortable and least traumatizing as possible would be helpful.
Good pet grooming centers are also something the potential pet
owner may want to consider, as the services of such a centre could
prove to be rather useful if the owner does not have the time and
patience to groom the cat themselves. Besides this the pet grooming
centre will be able to provide all the necessary services that are
custom fitted to the cat’s needs. They would also be well equipped to
deal with all the various processes that are involved in pet grooming.
The Issues That Can Arise If You Don’t Choose Carefully
When the wrong choice has been made the pet owner has some
difficult decisions to make. Some may be rather sensitive thus causing
the owner a lot of heartache especially if the pet chosen has been
looked upon as part of the family unit.
Therefore it would be in the best interest of all, to make the correct
choices based on information learnt before any negative decisions
have to be enforced.
difficult decisions to make. Some may be rather sensitive thus causing
the owner a lot of heartache especially if the pet chosen has been
looked upon as part of the family unit.
Therefore it would be in the best interest of all, to make the correct
choices based on information learnt before any negative decisions
have to be enforced.
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The first issue to be dealt with should be if the chosen pet is allowed
on the premises where the individual lives. Often this important point
is not considered and upon discovery the pet owner is asked to have
the pet removed or face charges.
This is indeed painful for both the pet and the owner who have now
established a bond with the pet. Thus giving up the pet would seem
like abandoning the pet.
This would also confuse the pet as it would not be able to understand
the reason for the change.
Another issue that should be given due consideration is the health of
the family members of the owner itself. Some people are simply
unable to cope medically with having a pet around.
This is especially so with cat as they tend to shed continuously and
the pet dander is also a medical problem for most.
Other medical conditions such as asthma could also be triggered and
worsened with the presence of a cat. Here too through no fault of the
cat, its removal would have to be considered.
If the individual travels a lot, having a pet is really not a good idea, as
the neglect both mentally and physically is just not something that
can be easily justified. Pets require the attention, care and love of its
owner and this should be a constant fixture in their lives.
on the premises where the individual lives. Often this important point
is not considered and upon discovery the pet owner is asked to have
the pet removed or face charges.
This is indeed painful for both the pet and the owner who have now
established a bond with the pet. Thus giving up the pet would seem
like abandoning the pet.
This would also confuse the pet as it would not be able to understand
the reason for the change.
Another issue that should be given due consideration is the health of
the family members of the owner itself. Some people are simply
unable to cope medically with having a pet around.
This is especially so with cat as they tend to shed continuously and
the pet dander is also a medical problem for most.
Other medical conditions such as asthma could also be triggered and
worsened with the presence of a cat. Here too through no fault of the
cat, its removal would have to be considered.
If the individual travels a lot, having a pet is really not a good idea, as
the neglect both mentally and physically is just not something that
can be easily justified. Pets require the attention, care and love of its
owner and this should be a constant fixture in their lives.
Wrapping Up
When choosing a cat to add to your family there are many things to
consider. Thank goodness you have gotten a lot of valuable
information here.
consider. Thank goodness you have gotten a lot of valuable
information here.
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