Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Cat Care: Everything You N

Cat Supplies Recommendations

Essential Items: Cat litter, litter box, cat food, feeding bowls, scratching posts, deworming medication, and Elizabethan collars.

Health Care Products: Cat cans, goat's milk powder, nutritional paste, degrooming paste, cat supplements, and probiotics.

Cleaning Supplies: Nail clippers, pet shampoos, brushes, wash bags for cats, dry powder for fleas and mites, and shampoos.

Other Items: A selection of toys (such as teaser sticks, balls, and laser pointers), vitamin tablets for cats, trace element tablets, water fountains, odor eliminators, and a variety of medications (for ear mites, ringworm, inflammation, etc.).

Remember, when it comes to cat supplies, it's not about choosing the most expensive, but the most suitable for your feline friend.

Here are some daily care tips for your cat:

1. Deworming

It's advisable to deworm your cat before bringing it home. Deworming is a crucial step, and it's essential to do it promptly. For external deworming, use a dropper to apply the medication under the cat's neck, and make sure to put on an Elizabethan collar to prevent the cat from licking it. Avoid bathing your cat for a few days after deworming.

2. Vaccinations

Vaccinations are nonnegotiable for your cat's health. You can start vaccinating your kitten at 3 months old, with the first year including a combination of feline vaccines and a rabies shot. From the second year onwards, a booster shot is recommended annually. Vaccinations not only boost your cat's immunity but also protect you from potential diseases transmitted by cats, such as feline herpesvirus, feline panleukopenia, and feline infectious peritonitis. Moreover, vaccinated cats reduce the risk of you needing a rabies vaccine if bitten.

3. Feeding

Feed your kitten kitten formula, kitten milk replacer, or soaked kitten food in goat's milk. Adult cats should be fed regular cat food, cans, and can include small treats, degrooming paste, and nutritional paste. It's not recommended to feed your cat homemade food, as it can be timeconsuming and may not provide the necessary nutrients. Avoid giving your cat milk, as it can cause diarrhea.

4. Bathing

Bathing should be done after vaccinations and deworming, but not during cold weather. Dry your cat thoroughly after washing, using a hairdryer at a low temperature and keeping it at a safe distance. A chamois cloth is recommended for its high absorbency. If your cat is mischievous, use a wash bag for cats. Cats generally don't like baths, so if you're not up to the task or lack patience, consider taking your cat to a pet salon for a professional wash. The interval between baths should be about every three months.

5. Health Monitoring

Keep a close eye on your cat's stool and urine to check for normalcy in their output and for any signs of soft stools or diarrhea. These can indicate your cat's overall health. If your cat exhibits symptoms like fever, vomiting, chronic diarrhea, or listlessness, seek veterinary care promptly.