Wednesday, November 30, 2011

How to buy a cat ? How to take care of a cat ?

If you decide to buy a cat it is a big commitment so you should know How to buy a cat ? How to take care of a cat ? 

If it is your first time to owned a cat then it may be difficult for you to decide on what cat to buy. There are some factors to think before you buying a new kitten , so at first you should think about breed of cat which right for you. You can fallow many books and website to get idea about different breed of cat , there personality,long hair or short hair , dark color or calico etc..
One of the most essential things to buying a cat from a proper breeders. Lots of pet shops buy their animals from commercial breeders, but commercial breeders only only concern is making money. So they will breed from the same male and female cats for as long as they can; this does not produce healthy kittens. So always be careful to choose right pet shop before you buy it. My opinion is that always taken a kitten from professional cat breeder because they are selective, careful and there main concern is the welfare of the cat. You will also be able to ask questions and inquire about the mother and father’s health and temperament. So it is a very good option for you.
The one of most important subject is , shorting the breed Maine Coon cats are very fluffy and known to have a "dog-like" personality. They tend to bond with one or two people and avoid others.
Persian cats have a distinctive and regal look about them, but may have breathing problems.
Siamese cats are the chatty Cathy of the cat world and for the person who wants a cat that does more than just lay around and sleep all day.
Cats are one of the most favorite and common pets for many pet lovers. Due to there their playful personalities, adorable appearance and affectionate behavior.Need proper care to stay healthy and active. Describe here some general cat care tips

First few months are most important for your kitten to start growing into a happy, healthy, and well behaved for there next life.
When a mother cat produced first milk after delivering her babies is called colostrum.
It's contains antibodies, along with vitamins, electrolytes, and nutrients. A mother given her own natural immunity to her young through her colostrum and nurse them.
A newborn kitten's digestive tract loses the ability to absorb antibodies after one day.
Without colostrum a new born kitten can be fall in fatal due to undeveloped immune systems, protective antibodies, an illness. If your cat isn’t nursing her young, gently hold her down, and help the babies latch on. Even a few minutes of nursing can greatly improve their chances of survival. So always purchase a kitten from a pet lover breeder,who maintain those things very carefully.

Vaccination is one of the most important part of your kitten,so as per your veterinarian provided schedule give them properly. Cat vaccines protect against feline leukemia, feline distemper, upper respiratory infections and rabies. Vaccinations starting when the kitten is six to eight weeks old, and continuing every three to four weeks until the kitten is about four months old. Vaccines must be given over a period of time and require multiple veterinary visits for your kitten because it's vary from country to to country and state to state. 

Recommended Vaccination Schedule*

Disease
Age At First Vaccination (weeks)
Booster Vaccination Intervals (months following initial series)
Caliciviral Disease (upper respiratory)
6-8
12
Feline Leukemia
10
12 or 13 and 14*
Panleukopenia (feline distemper)
6-8
12
Pneumonitis (Chlamydiosis)
6-10
12
Rabies
12-16
12 or 36**
Viral Rhinotrachetis (upper respiratory)
8-10
12
*  Vaccination protocols will vary. Consult with your veterinarian to discuss your cat’s vaccination needs.
**Depending on which type of vaccination your veterinarian recommends and local laws.

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