When raising cats in winter, there are a few things you must not ignore!
When raising cats in winter, there are a few things you must not ignore!
The temperature has dropped sharply recently. What can cat owners do to help cats survive the cold winter? Don't ignore the following things!
Take adequate measures to keep warm
The suitable temperature range for cats is roughly between 20°C and 26°C. Cats will feel most comfortable within this temperature range.
If your cat exhibits behaviors such as squatting like a hen, shivering all over, burrowing into the covers, being more clingy, or sitting with its tail wrapped around its front paws, it means the room temperature is too low.
You should know that cats can sleep up to about 16 hours a day. In the cold winter, it is very important to provide cats with a soft, warm cat bed or blanket so that they have a comfortable place to rest in the winter.
Pet owners who have the conditions can consider purchasing some warm cat products designed specifically for winter: electric blankets (pay attention to electrical safety), insulated cat beds, etc.
Control indoor air humidity
Many people are used to turning on the air conditioner to maintain the indoor temperature, but they don’t know that when the air humidity drops to 40%, the cat’s comfort will be seriously affected.
Studies have shown that the most comfortable humidity range for cats is 50%-60%; below this range, cats may experience a series of discomfort symptoms.
A dry environment can dry out a cat's mucous membranes, thereby reducing resistance to viruses and increasing the risk of disease.
Additionally, cats' skin is more sensitive and fragile than humans'.
In a dry environment, cats may experience symptoms such as dry skin, increased dandruff, and itching; these symptoms not only affect the cat's health and comfort, but may also cause skin diseases in severe cases.
To adjust the air humidity, pet owners can use a humidifier or place a wet towel in the room.
Strengthen daily health management
As the temperature drops, cats' immunity and disease resistance will decline, so pet owners should pay more attention to their cats' health.
Deworming is a must! Even if the cat does not go out, the "risk factors" carried by the pet owner may be transmitted when they are close to the cat, so it is very important to develop a good habit of regular deworming.
Secondly, as the weather gets colder, cats drink less water, exercise less, and their stress levels increase, all of which can lead to urinary system problems.
Pet owners should try to prepare warm water for cats to drink in winter. Cold water will irritate the cat's stomach, which is already weaker and more sensitive in winter. In addition, running water and fresh water will also be more popular with cats.
Finally, pet owners can also consider increasing the amount of cat food or food rich in protein and vitamins for their cats in winter to increase dietary nutrition; if conditions permit, they can also feed some pet nutritional supplements to regulate immunity and grow more robust and healthier.
It must be a very special fate that makes you and the kitten become a family; so, please give it the most intimate love and spend warm winters together~
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