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Monday, October 4, 2010
Cat - greatest diet health problems
In the previous article we have looked at some of the ingredients of a well-known brand of food for cats and learned how unhealthy and hazardous even positively these ingredients can be for our cats.
I know from my own experiences with my pets how important is diet. In my first article, I mentioned how my dog, Benji, died of congestive heart failure. It was not until it was too late that I learned the role of diet in her illness. Like many people, I fed what I thought it was one of the healthiest foods.It was one of the most popular brands, and certainly wasn't the more cheap. He ate, so I thought it was good for him.
My cat Tinkerbell was returned to housing (before that I found you) with severe urinary tract infection - a direct result of being fed a very poor, only dry food diet. When I passed you she was being fed a diet for urinary tract science and advised me to keep it in the diet for the rest of his life. Fortunately, now I know better and consulted my own veterinarian, which has a holistic approach. She advised me to eat food that was free to maintain their healthy urinary tract of grain.As we saw in the previous article, most cat food are available mainly consist of granos.Yo I have been feeding grain to the 2 years that she State half-free food with us and she is so happy and healthy as it can be. She has never had a problem of junk box, its fur is healthy and she is very energetic and happy (as shown).
What is the healthiest food to feed your cat?Most experts who understand the role of diet on the health of pets (unfortunately not including most veterinarians) is agreed that the best food is food that you can prepare yourself.In particular, dietary experts most recommend a diet of raw food for your cat or raw perro.Carne in particular - fish is probably better cooked because of the level of toxins in fish these days. Also recommend some raw, vegetables such as squash, asparagus (my cat Flugel loves asparagus), carrots and lettuce incluso.Fruit is also good - Flugel also loves Cantalope, grapes, bananas, other fruits!
Meat or fish should not be raw. Can be cooked, but vegetables should be raw as many nutrients can be lost through cooking.
There are some healthier foods now available in pet stores, and we'll discuss the somewhat more detailed more later.Most importantly, be aware of how diet affects your cat.Una health healthy diet feeding your cat will support a strong immune system and provide the necessary nutrients to every body function.
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Cat Behavior Problems - Understanding Them
Cats can purr proudly and be contented as the most well known pet in the country whether you've heard it or not. Cats have surpassed dogs as favorites as many people liked their special personalities and their ability to care for themselves. However, many cat owners and non cat owners are worried about cat behavior problems.
House cats are strong and excitable and without proper care they can begin to act like wild animals. Cat lovers know this. They understand that cats have instinctive behaviors. They can adjust their reactions to their pets so that they don't get a cat scratch. A cat bite can also be dangerous and should be avoided.
Many cat behavior problems are only problems to the owners but just doing what comes naturally to the cat. When kittens play, you will see aggression, biting, clawing and wrestling that prepares them for hunting and killing food. Since few of our domestic cats have to forage for food, this behavior is undesirable when the cat is grown and needs to be controlled.
Young cats can be shown how to retract their claws and not scratch people when they're playing around. With regard to training: the younger, the better. There are all sorts of harmless ways to allow a cat's "attack and kill" instincts to be expressed. Catnip playthings and imitation mice are one way of sparing real creatures and also give the cat the opportunity to get some exercise. Feathered playthings are excellent distractions from the hunting of actual birds.
One of the most disturbing domestic cat behavior problems is spraying. "Spraying", a quite natural act, is when a cat sprays urine and the excretions of the scent glands on the borders of its territory to prove its dominance. Unfortunately, its territory can be the walls and furniture in your home. Spraying can be controlled with repellent sprays, behavioral training and neutering the cat.
Some cat behavior problems are actually health issues. Urinating outside the litter box may be because your cat is stressed or angry, but it could also be a sign of a serious medical condition. A cat may wet the carpet due to a urinary tract infection, diabetes or other condition. It is also possible that the litter box is not clean enough for your cat to feel comfortable using it. Check the litter box first, but if a previously clean cat starts having accidents, it a good idea to check with your veterinarian.
Cats are the most popular pets in the country. However, most cat lovers [http://www.purrfectcatbehavior.com/content/113876-cat-sprayingcat.php] fail to understand that they are descendants of wild predatory cats and hence share the same instincts. Hence, the so-called cat behavior problems are nothing but their natural behavior. The owner needs to train their cats to control these instincts to enjoy their company. Simple solutions like the use of stuffed toys to tire out the kitten would help reduce the instances of cat scratch. Another problem is urination. Though the cat may spray to mark its territory, it could also indicate stress, or other health problems.
Cat Behavior Problems - Taming The Beast
Cat aggression: it can be frightening. Your sweet, beloved pet is suddenly transformed into a hissing, scratching, biting demon. In this article we explore the issue of feline aggression, focusing on the five most common causes. We also explore some simple ways you can minimize and eliminate cat behavior problems such as aggression.
It is not surprising to see aggression in cats. Most frequently you will observe cats displaying play aggression. During play aggression, you would notice your kitty using their claws or teeth to play roughly. You could easily mistake this for aggression directed to you. In reality, your cat is confusing you for a toy. One way of handling this is to always play with a toy and not your hand.
Another cause of aggression in cats is over-stimulation. As kitty becomes too excited, she may lash out too violently. In order to deal with this problem, remove yourself or the object of kitty's ire from the room for an hour. If this doesn't work, kitty may need to be isolated in her own room, with her own food and water dish, for another short "time out". After kitty calms down, her cat behavior problems should also cease.
Most cats exhibit at least some territorial aggression. Any new person or animal entering a cat's home for the first time is likely to be subjected to it. Your cat believes that your house and all of its contents in fact belong to him. The way to avoid problems with territorial aggression is to slowly introduce the cat to your house's other people and animals, while providing it with treats while it gets to know them.
Redirected aggression in a cat happens when a cat feels aggression toward another animal but turns his anger on you instead. This is an unusual cat behavior problem, but can happen when, for example, your cat feels threatened by another cat outside a window but cannot reach them. A good way to handle this problem would be to place shades on your windows. Then your cat will not be able to see the outdoors cats.
Lastly, it may also be stated that health problems could be responsible for aggressive behavior of some cats. These health problems could be any source of pain like an infection in bladder, formation of abscess or stomach problem. As pets are unable to speak up their sufferings it may cause them to be aggressive at times.
Cats' frequently show playful aggression. Cats play roughly with their teeth and claws. Toys for the cat will keep your cat from sharpening its claws on you. An excited cat can cause other cat behavior problems. Leaving the room will often help him calm down. Most cats exhibit territorial aggression. Any new person entering a cat's home is likely to be subjected to it. Slowly introduce the cat to new people. Cats become aggressive due to health problems. Painful conditions can lead to aggression. If you are dealing with aggressive cats, visit your vet before trying behavior modification. You might find a simple way to achieve cat control.
Awareness is the Key to Avoiding Cat Health Problems
You feed your cat food that's advertised on television as being healthy and nutritious - after all, it says 'natural' on the label. You take your cat to the vet regularly for check-ups and shots. But despite doing your best, perhaps cat health problems develop. For example, there are more and more cases of allergies and cancer in cats than ever before. How can that be if we love our cats so much are doing the best for them?
It's often the case that we have to learn the hard way. I know I certainly did. I have cats now, but I used to have a dog called Benji and I learned a lot from him and his health issues. He had congestive heart failure and died about 17 years ago. In the course of dealing with his health problems I actually discovered that a lot of what I thought I was doing right, was in fact harmful. I thought I was feeding him high quality food. I took him to see the vet regularly, and made sure he received all his shots and so on. I thought I was doing the right things - but as it happens, I wasn't.
I eventually learned that the food I was giving him, had contributed to his health problems - even though it was one of the most popular commercial brands of food (and not even the cheapest). Although I don't have a dog any more, I use the knowledge that I gained from that experience to help my cats . I study and learn as much as I can to help them stay healthy and to avoid health problems.
To avoid cat health problems and to keep our cats healthy and happy, we need to provide good quality food. Many cat health problems can be avoided if just by providing healthy, natural food, and people are often surprised to hear that this does not include the majority of commercial brand cat foods that are advertised and available in the supermarket. Most of that food is not only unhealthy, it's very harmful.
Cats also need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. Cats are intelligent. They need stimulation and activity. Indoor cats particularly need plenty of activities and exercise so they don't become bored and inactive.
Also, a stress-free environment is very important. If your cat is being chased and harassed by children, attacked by other pets or spending a lot of time hiding out of fear, that constant level of stress can be very harmful.
When you fulfill all of your cats needs, feeding them healthy food and keeping them stimulated and stress-free you'll probably be able to avoid most health problems. It's worth the time and effort and you will save money as well because you won't have expensive vet bills.
Our cats give us love and endless pleasure. The least we can do is take care of them and provide what they need.
Linda Binns is a Personal Growth Consultant and Coach with a passion for animals. Her goal is to help animals all over the world live happier, healthier lives.
Learn interesting tips and techniques to help your cat live a long, healthy and happy life by visiting her blog at http://www.CatHealthProblemsBlog.com.
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