Cat: Claw Clipping
Indoor cats, even with access to a scratching post need to have their claws clipped occasionally, some might need it as frequent as every few months.
Indoor cats, even with access to a scratching post need to have their claws clipped occasionally, some might need it as frequent as every few months.
A very sociable cat or a kitten over 4 months is a good choice for families. Avoid cats that are
fearful or don’t like being handled.
Keeping the carrier visible in your home at all times helps to acclimate the cat to its presence. The first step in getting your cat used to the carrier begins long before her first trip to the vet.
It is important for your cat to understand that entering her carrier does not mean bad things will occur. This can be achieved in several ways, specifically by making your cat’s carrier a part of her daily routine.
Adult cats are highly territorial by nature. Kittens are naturally less so, but will still benefit from
the following steps to ease their transition into a new territory.
Before using an anxiety chemical reliever, please consult a veterinarian to make sure the
behavior isn’t health related.
Aggression is the most serious behavioral issue in cats and is more common than one may
think. It’s a symptom of an underlying problem, and it always needs to be taken seriously.
Cats who seem to eat better when they have human company are called “affection eaters.” Sometimes they just want someone to sit with them while they eat, while others enjoy being pet or need even further encouragement to eat such as having food brought close to them, hearing their kibble dish rattle, or even being spoon fed.
Any kitten between the ages of 3 weeks and 7 weeks with a lack of positive interactions with
humans is likely to be scared of people.
Fear is common and a perfectly normal, innate, and adaptive behavior in all animals. However, if fear isn’t addressed, it can develop into serious behavioral and health problems, so if your cat is showing fear or shyness you should always deal with it proactively.