Make the holidays perfect for you and your feline friends. Many dangers are lurking around the corner where cats could get harmed. Cats are curious by nature and can get into trouble very quickly. Bright and shiny objects are like a magnet pulling them in that direction.
Watch your Turkey as it is removed from the oven. An unattended turkey may be impossible for some cats to resist. Your cats may eat some of your turkeys, making it impossible to serve your guest. Your cat might have the whole turkey resting on the floor. Keep your food covered and train your cat when he is very young, so he knows that kind of behavior will not work in your household.
Christmas trees and cats can be a huge problem. Some cats like to climb them, knocking the whole tree over. A cat might knock the bulbs to the floor and try to eat them. A few cats have been known to drink the water under the tree. Never put any chemicals in the water under the tree to help keep the needles on the tree longer. If your cat drinks water with chemicals, it could die on Christmas day. Be alert to what your cat is doing, Do not let him get near tinsel which can damage their throat and more. Poinsettias, holly, mistletoe, Easter lilies, and more plants can be poisonous if your cat ingests them. Call your Veterinarian ASAP if you think your cat may be poisoned.
Do not give your cat all kinds of human snacks during the holidays. A cat’s stomach is not designed to handle various food. I give my cats one piece of turkey each, and they seem to get along fine. Your cat will throw up if you feed him too much. Never give a cat chocolate, as chocolate will kill a cat.
Good gifts to give your cats during the holidays are: cat treats, cat toys, heated cat beds, catnip mice, circle game toys, and a new litter box, and make sure they get their yearly checkups and shots at your Veterinarian. I hope you and your cats have many safe and Happy Holidays together.
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