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Things to do to Help Calm Your Cat While Traveling and at Home

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date July 17, 2015
2 Comments on Things to do to Help Calm Your Cat While Traveling and at Home

Cats do not like any changes in their life whatsoever. They may stop using their litter box. They can scratch up your furniture. Your cat may need over-groom or – groom itself. They can find a place to hide when they are nervous or upset.

When I take a nervous cat to the vet, I like to put a familiar towel or toy in the cage with my cat. I keep talking to my cat on the way to the vet to reassure him everything will be fine.

Cats suffer from stress just as we do. They are scared of a new home, new furniture, or a new pet in the house. Cats get stressed from thunder, the fireworks on the 4th of July, and unfamiliar visitors.

My vet sells a beautiful product called Feliway. My friend had a cat that we took to the vet. Tina was shaking and nervous in her cage. The veterinary assistant sprayed some Feliway spray on a towel and put it in the cage with Tina. Tina calmed down immediately once she smelled Feliway. She was calm and relaxed and collected for her entire vet exam.

The Feliway brochure from my vet mentions what Feliway can accomplish regarding calming your cat down. Feliway helps relieve stress-related behavior by mimicking the natural Feline facial pheromone cats produce. The cat takes the pheromone through special nerve bundles sent to the brain and interpreted. Your cat immediately understands the calming message, and therefore, he is more relaxed.

I once put a Feliway wipe in a cage with a cat that I had got recently. She calmed down immediately. She was relaxed at the vet and on the way home.

Ask your vet if Feliway is suitable for your cat. I would highly recommend this excellent product.

I hope you and your cat have happy and stress-free travels.

Tags Introducing a New Cat Into Your Home, Picking Out A Kitten, Whats Upsetting My Cat ?

Picking Out a Veterinarian

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date June 30, 2015
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I have several vets that I can choose from. I like all of my vets equally. I have three different vets that I can take my cats to.

I want a vet that genuinely loves and cares for all pets. I can depend on my vet for a nighttime emergency. My cat Kohl broke his leg at 8:00 PM one evening. My vet put a cast on his leg that evening. He was very concerned about my cat’s pain and immediately gave him a pain pill.

My vets send reminder cards of when my cats are due for distemper or rabies shots. When I have taken a cat home after being spayed or neutered, they call me to ensure my cat is OK.

Pick out a vet that will answer your questions quickly and accurately. I need a vet that is on call 24/7. Our pets can get very sick in the middle of the night. I do not want to go to a vet in the middle of the night unfamiliar to my cat.

If you are boarding your cat, give them your vet’s contact information, or they will take your pet to their vet on call.

Some of my vets are large and small animal vets. My other vets specialize in small animals only. They will trim my cat’s claws free of charge if I visit them regularly.

My vets are polite, helpful, compassionate, and concerned about my cat’s well-being. They treat my cats gently and always give them a complete checkup when needed.

I hope this helps you pick out a vet for your cat.

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How to Treat Your Cats Diarrhea Whats Upsetting My Cat ?

How to Treat Your Cats Diarrhea

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date June 6, 2015
2 Comments on How to Treat Your Cats Diarrhea

An upset digestive system can cause diarrhea, especially in younger cats. Take their food away for one to two days to see if their diarrhea disappears. Never take away their water because they need water to replace fluids lost by having diarrhea. Diarrhea causes one to become dehydrated quickly. Put out fresh water for your cat every day. A dry cat can die.

Changing brands of cat food can cause diarrhea. Overeating foods can cause diarrhea. A cat that eats raw or rotten meat can get diarrhea. Too much milk in your cat’s diet can cause diarrhea.

A relocated cat can get diarrhea from the stress of being relocated. Worms can cause severe diarrhea in cats.

Feeding your cat white rice with a bit of butter can help relieve your cat’s diarrhea. Canned pumpkin also will help your cat with getting over diarrhea. Your vet sells exceptional canned, dry cat food formulated especially for cats with diarrhea. I have fed my cat canned food for diarrhea, which helped considerably. Your vet also sells pills that will help relieve your cat’s diarrhea. I gave these pills to my cats, which were entirely cured in five days.

The only times my cats have gotten diarrhea is either from worms or being relocated.

I try to keep all of my cats wormed regularly. Do not change foods suddenly, as this can cause digestive issues.

If your cat seems lazy and is not improving, bring him to your vet ASAP.

I hope your cat never develops any digestive issues.

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Litter Box Issues

Some cats like spotless litter boxes or will not use them. I clean my litter boxes 2 to 3 times a day.

Cats get used to certain brands of cat litter. They will not use the brand you put out for them if they do not like it. I tried crystal cat litter once, but they did not use it.

I had a Siamese cat that was very meticulous about her cat litter box. She started using my rubber tree plant as a litter box. I gave her two litter boxes, and the problem was solved.

In a multi-cat household, have at least one extra litter box. If you have three cats, have four or more litter boxes. This will avoid the nonuse of the litter box.

Sometimes when you get a new cat, your old cats will entirely use their litter box. This is your cat’s way of letting you know their thoughts about the new cat. Again add an extra litter box and spend more time with your old cats. They are feeling neglected now.

If your cat has a health issue, it may stop using its litter box. Take your cat to the vet and have them checked for worms or a bladder infection.

I used a different scented litter one day. They did not like it at all. Stay with your brand of litter if they want it. If you must switch brands, also have the old one available for their use. This will help them make the transition gradually.

Cats like a litter box that is easy for them to access. They want their litter box where you cannot watch them use it. They like their privacy when they are using their litter box.

I keep my litter boxes in my basement. Keeping litter boxes in the basement will make your main floor smell much better. I have also put a litter box in my bathroom for my older cats.

I buy litter boxes that are large and sturdy. I bought one at a discount store once, and it immediately got holes in the bottom. I like metal litter scoops. All of the plastic spoons I have had a break in a short amount of time. Wash and clean out your litter boxes thoroughly with a pet-safe cleaner—a clean litter box results in a healthier cat and a lovely pleasant, smelling home.

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Introducing a New Cat Into Your Home

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date January 23, 2015
1 Comment on Introducing a New Cat Into Your Home

I put the new cat in quarantine for a week or more. I watch and observe the cat for sickness. I take the cat to my vet for distemper, rabies, and feline leukemia shots and deworming. The new cat is placed in my bathroom or a large cage with water, food, and cat litter. The other cats can sniff at the newcomer through the door. They will slowly get used to each other’s scent and meow by smelling or hearing each other through the gate. I let the new cat out only when I am home; so I can break up any disagreements.

I give all of my cats treats at this time. Each cat gets the same amount of treats. Cats know if they are being treated equally very quickly.

When I am satisfied that everyone is getting along fine, I free the newcomer. I have not experienced any problems using this method.

Spend much time with your new cat away from your other cats. Pat your new cat on the head and talk gently to him, as this will reassure him that he will not be harmed. Have toys available for him to play with, as this will also calm him.

Please bring all of your cats into a room, patting them all equally on the head for an equal amount of time. Play radio with soft music or have a clock ticking softly in the background—cats like gentle, calming sounds.

Have a nice warm cat bed available for the new cat. The new mattress can be a hideaway spot for him to get away from your other cats if he gets nervous now and then.

Have a variety of toys available for everyone to interact together with. They can take turns batting a mouse around in a circle cat toy.

All of your cats should be content with each other’s company now.

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