Cats for Dummies (For Dummies Series)

Product Information

The tousled fur a kitten can’t quite seem to groom into the sleekness every adult cat considers her duty to maintain.

There’s no specific vaccination for FIV, but your vet can advise you on how to keep an infected cat comfortable and healthy for as long as possible. You also need to get in the habit of practicing preventive care, and you must be ready (and have the means) to take your cat to your veterinarian when emergency care is required. Pion is a board certified veterinary cardiologist as well as cofounder, president, and CEO of the Veterinary Information Network, Inc. Our lives today are so far from what we were once — a people involved in the daily struggle for survival, hunters and seekers, both predator and prey. A cat with outdoor privileges is lucky to live a fraction as long, although many exceptions do exist, of course.

On the other hand, a kitten can be a dream come true to a family with older, more-responsible children, or a source of delightful amusement to an active older adult. Although some cat critics claim that the animals are in it only for the food, any cat lover knows otherwise.

Oil-based hairball remedies can tie up the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, which is why you shouldn’t be giving them. You also need to kitten-proof your home — or keep your baby confined in a safe part of the house whenever you’re not watching him — and then spend months during which, every day, you’re picking your little tiger off the drapes, off the kids, off the back of the couch, or off your slippers every time you walk down the hall. After one hour in the experimental box, Schrödinger’s cat stands at a 50% chance of being dead and a 50% chance of being alive. Like every For Dummies book, this one comes with a free online Cheat Sheet that brings together some of the most commonly needed information for taking care of your cat. p>\n

Fleas and ticks are more easily treated now with effective medications that may be additionally include compounds to treat other parasites as well.Different people react differently to each individual cat, though, and you may luck out with the cat you choose. com/v2/articles/191830"}}],"content":[{"title":"A startup kit for kittens and adult cats","thumb":null,"image":null,"content":"

Whether you’re adopting a playful kitten or a full-grown cat, you want to welcome your new feline friend to his or her new home by having all the essentials already in place. Curiosity killed the cat is a saying that has been around for years, but it’s not curiosity that hurts so many cats: Misinformation and unrealistic expectations are far bigger threats. Taking the time to work out which breed will be the best fit for your family is an important step that shouldn’t be rushed. Working with an allergist to get them under control may give you enough breathing room to make life with a cat bearable.

The important thing to know about vitamins and minerals is that your cat needs the correct amount — but not more. A cat who is well-socialized from birth and closely bonded with his human companions is another animal entirely. Before you consider whether a random-bred or pedigreed cat will suit you best, you must consider the issue of fur: long or short? In most cases where heartworms are present in cats, veterinarians choose to not treat and simply let the disease take its course because the risks of treating are high.Monthly parasite prevention, as dictated by your cat’s lifestyle, your geographic location and your veterinarian’s recommendation. If you want to finally understand Schrödinger’s Cat Experiment once and for all, then you’re in the right place.