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So you have decided on a cat as they are usually easier to take
care of then a dog as you do not have to take it for a walk, plus you have a choice if you want them outside or inside. I myself prefer them to be inside as outside can be quite dangerous for them such as getting eaten by another animal, getting run over by a car, getting sick because someone poisoned it etc There are also other factors to consider when purchasing a cat such as: 1) Allergies 2) Hair lengths 3) Kid friendly cats We are going to start off with allergies as there are many breeds that you can consider if you have an allergy, but there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic breed just to let you know that people are not allergic to cats. They are allergic to the saliva, urine and the glands of cats, however there are many cat breeds that you could consider because they would be less irritating to you such as a 1) Main coon cat 2) Cornish Rex 3) Oriental Shorthair 4) Russian Blue 5) Siberian Second on the list that I mentioned would be hair lengths. A lot of us might not think about it. I myself decided to go with a short haired cat because the grooming would be less then if you had a medium to a long haired breed and of course there are cats that are more or less shed free such as 1) The Cornish Rex 2) The Devon Rex 3) The Sphinx 4) La perm 5) The Selkirk Rex The last on my list are kid friendly cats. I wanted to put this on as there are some cats that are friendly and some that are not. Here are some breeds that are 1) The American Bobtail 2) The birman 3) The Ragdoll There is also the issue what do you want the purebred or the domestic. There are pros and cons of both. Let’s start off with the purebred the pros are 1) You can choose what type of cat you want, the personality and the look 2) They can be less shedding than the domestic The cons are: 1) Can be too inbred 2) Expensive 3) More health issues The pros of the domestic are: 1) Less health issues 2) Less expensive The cons are: 1) Can be flighty and aggressive Whatever you choose is your decision, I just wanted to hopefully help make it easier for you to chose and remember they all want attention and love. References: www.webmd.com/whichbreed is right for you www.cat-breeds-encyclopedia.com
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Even-though a cat usually grooms itself and they are meticulous about it. It is a good idea for you as an owner to step in to give your cat that extra boost. To start grooming your cat you should always attempt to brush when your cat is calm. If it is the first time then the length of time should be short so as not to aggravate your pet and it is also a good idea to get your cat use to being handled on all parts of their body.
As there are so many different types of coats, the best type of brush or comb for a short haired cat is a bristle brush but for a medium or long haired cat a long toothed comb or brush should be used. All cats benefit from regular brushing here is why. 1) Brushing helps to remove dirt, debris 2) Helps to insulate the body 3) Regulates temperature in hot weather 4) Keeps coat waterproof 5) Improves muscle tone Here are some tips on how to brush your cat’s fur 1) Use a metal comb to brush from head to tail 2) Use a rubber or bristle brush to remove loose fur If intending to purchase a cat. Please take into consideration a short haired cat or a medium to long haired one as a lot of grooming can incur with a longer breed. References www.aspca.org www.vcahospitals.com www.icatcare.org |
AuthorMary Olajos is an avid animal lover who is also the owner of What About Me Kitty Sitters and she also has a nutrition background Archives
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