Essential Winter Care Tips for New Cat Owners

Keeping Your Feline Comfortable and Healthy: A Winter Care Guide

1. Cozy MustHaves for Your Furry Friend

Pet Clothing: Opt for baby fabrics instead of wool, as cats might ingest it if they start to chew on it.

Cat Bed: Choose a bed with soft edges to accommodate your cat's comfort, whether they're resting their chin or propping up against the sides.

Soft Pads: Place these in the cat bed, especially in regions without central heating. This helps prevent your cat from getting cold and catching a chill on the floor.

2. Tending to Your Cat's Digestive Health

Selecting the Right Food: With colder temperatures, cats need more energy to stay warm. Pay extra attention to their digestive health.

HighQuality Cat Food: We recommend foods with high meat content and a single meat source, such as Eukanuba, Wellness Core, Jiaxiaoa, and Purefu.

Top Picks: Eukanuba and Wellness Core offer excellent nutritional content at a higher price point, making them great for wellheeled pet parents.

BudgetFriendly Options: Jiaxiaoa and Purefu are both high in meat content, with Purefu's fresh enzyme hydrolysis process aiding in digestion.

3. Encouraging Hydration

Boosting Water Intake: Cold weather can decrease a cat's desire to drink. Here's how to keep them hydrated:

Automatic Water Heater: If possible, invest in a heated water bowl.

Multiple Water Sources: Add more water bowls around the house.

Wet Food: Serve wet food (ensure it's soaked in warm water).

4. Preventing the Cold

Symptoms: Runny nose, sneezing, lack of energy, and decreased appetite.

Causes: Not drying off after a bath, sudden changes in weather.

Prevention: If symptoms arise, seek veterinary care promptly, especially for kittens. Keep a supply of common medications like "Sudafed" (three times a day for colds) and "Doxycycline Hyclate" (once a day for runny nose and tears).

5. Navigating the Moulting Season

Grooming: Cats shed heavily in autumn and winter. Regular grooming can help alleviate hairballs and improve coat texture.

Brushing: Twice a week to reduce the amount of hair ingested.

Digestive Supplements: Daily 12 cm of hairball gel and 0.51 egg yolk treat per day to aid digestion and promote a shiny coat.

6. Parasite Control

Internal Deworming: Symptoms include worms or tapeworms, and should be done every three months.

External Deworming: For fleas and lice, treat monthly. Apply the medication and use an Elizabethan collar to prevent your cat from licking it off.

7. Boosting Immunity

Maintaining Cleanliness: Keep your home clean and wellventilated, even during the winter.

Protein Intake: Add chicken treats or boiled chicken breast to their diet.

Vaccinations: Consider a booster shot if your cat lacks antibodies, ensuring they're protected against diseases.