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Cat Owners Manual – How to Care for Your Kitty
Thomas Kellerman
Getting a new cat can be overwhelming. There seems to be a lot you have to buy even before your cat has moved in! These items include food, food and water bowls, a litter tray, litter and a pooper scooper, cat toys, a cat brush or comb and more. A cat owners manual is very useful, whether you are a first time cat guardian or whether you already have cats. Here are some tips on how to care for your furry friend:
* Maybe the most important things you need to get are bowls for food and water and some cat food. Your cat needs access to fresh water at all times. Cat food varies in texture, flavor and cost. Some cats only like wet food, some like dry cat biscuits and others aren't fussy as long as they are fed regularly! Having two scheduled feeding times a day is a good idea (or more for a small kitten), both so your cat knows when to expect food and also for litter box training reasons.
* A litter box with kitty litter is also vital. The cat owners manual advises you to get a sturdy litter box with sides low enough for your cat to get into it. Most cats prefer fine, unscented litter grains. When training your cat to use the litter box, you should place him gently in it after each meal. Cats start thinking about elimination after eating, so they should make the link between elimination and the litter box quite quickly.
* An important topic in your cat owners manual is a cat brush. Cats need to be brushed, no matter if they are short-haired, medium-haired or long-haired varieties. Cats are very clean animals and groom themselves frequently. If a cat swallows too much loose hair, they can get hairballs, which is very uncomfortable for them. Brushing removes loose hair and is a great bonding experience for you both. If you aren't sure which type of brush or comb suits your cat, ask your veterinarian for advice.
* Speaking of veterinarians, you should find one before you get a cat. Not only will you need to bring kitty to the veterinarian for his shots but you might need treatment for him if he becomes ill or is injured. Make sure you have a 24 hour contact telephone number on hand, so you can reach your veterinary clinic if you ever have a cat emergency.
* The cat owners manual will suggest various toys your cat might appreciate. Just remember that if you buy a $30 cat toy and present it to your cat, he is likely to sniff at it once and spend half an hour playing in the paper bag it came in! Cats love to play and you can make a simple cat toy from some rolled up tinfoil, a toilet roll tube or an empty cotton reel. Playtime with your cat is a lot of fun and a very good bonding experience.
If you have read the above tips, you already know the basics about cat care. A longer cat owners manual will go into more depth but as long as you have love for, and patience with, your new furry friend, you already have a great start. Every cat has its own different and unique personality and a cat is guaranteed to bring plenty of joy into your life!
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Article submitted Friday, April 11, 2008
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