How to Make Your Cat Happy

by The Blog Master on December 09, 2018 in Kitty lover

Feed your cat well. The right diet is extremely important for the wellbeing of your cat. Obesity is a common source of problems among domesticated animals. Look for quality cat food in your favourite pet shop and make sure to buy something adapted to its age.

For quantities, follow the instructions on the food package. However these are just guidelines, Many times the manufacturer overestimate the quantities, so this should always be interpreted in light of whether the cat is losing or gaining weight when fed that amount.
If you don’t know which brand to choose, talk to your veterinarian. He or she will be happy to help.
Be careful with treats. Cats are always on the look-out for good food and will beg for their favourite piece of fish. Only give a treat once in a while to avoid obesity.
Don’t leave meat and fish outside without supervision. Remember that cats can jump high and don’t particularly follow rules. If you aren’t in a room, those delicious sausages on the table might finish their lives in your cat’s belly.

Keep your cat healthy. Felines can catch a variety of illnesses outside and inside the house. It is important to bring your cat to the veterinarian at least two times a year for a check-up. Your cat should be neutered to prevent unwanted babies and lower the risks of feline HIV.^[1]

In a growing number of countries, it is mandatory to neuter your cats to keep the feline population under control.^[2]
Don’t forget to ask for a regular worming and flea treatment, especially if your cat spend a lot of time outside. Cats will be very unhappy if they have to scratch all the time!
Have your cat chipped by the veterinarian. It can save you a lot of trouble if the animal is lost and found and it is sometimes mandatory.
Look out for the following symptoms: weight loss, lack of energy, aggressive behavior, eye infection, wounds, limp, dirty ears.

Keep its environment clean. Cats have no other choice but to be clean. Being odour-free is indispensable to hunt and survive. As a result, cats are very smell-sensitive and require a spotless environment to be happy.

Don’t wash your cat. Cats are perfectly able to keep clean and will engage in a lengthy routine to be odour-free. Only wash the animal if it is exceptionally dirty or came in contact with a toxic product which cannot be swallowed.
Keep the litter box nice and fresh. Cats bury their poo to avoid detection. It is in their nature to expect a clean litter and they might use something else if it is not to their standard. Change it at least twice a week and scoop it once a day.

Pet your cat. Cats usually like to interact with their owners. Try to cuddle your cat at least twice a day and make sure to talk to it. Most cats love to be stroked behind the ears, on both sides of the nose, and under their chin.

Always stroke the cat from forehead to tail. Place your hand on the head and follow the spine. Don't go against the lie of the fur. Most cats hate it.
Never touch its tail and paws. Cats hate it!
A cat might let you stroke its belly if it trusts you. Never try to touch it otherwise as it is a cause of stress for the animal.
Cats don’t like to be touched for too long. If the animal shows signs of exasperation or stress, immediately stop.
Cats are sometimes unpredictable. Always stay with a child when stroking a cat. Show your child how to gently touch the feline and avoid any quick movement. The cat will scratch if it feels threatened.