Common mistakes in raising cats

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Common Cat Breeding Mistakes: Raising a cat may seem simple, but some common mistakes can affect your feline’s health and well-being. Here are the top mistakes and how to avoid them.

1. Do not spay or neuter

Neutering prevents disease, reduces unwanted behaviors (such as marking territory) and controls feline overpopulation.

Solution: Neuter the cat between 4 and 6 months of age, as per veterinary advice.

2. Inadequate nutrition

Many owners offer homemade food, milk or low-quality feed, which can cause nutritional deficiencies and digestive problems.

Solution: Provide good quality food or balanced natural food recommended by the veterinarian.

3. Lack of Environmental Enrichment

Cats need stimulation to avoid boredom and stress. The lack of toys and scratching posts can lead to furniture destruction and obesity.

Solution: Provide toys, scratching posts, shelves and interactive activities.

4. Not Providing an Adequate Bathroom

Using too few litter boxes, using the wrong litter, or not cleaning them regularly can cause your cat to urinate outside the litter box.

Solution: Provide 1 box per cat + 1 extra, clean daily and choose a granulate that the cat accepts well.

5. Ignoring Veterinary Care

Many owners only take their cat to the vet when it is sick, ignoring vaccinations and preventive check-ups.

Solution: Make annual visits to the vet and keep vaccinations, deworming and flea treatments up to date.

6. Punish the Cat for Normal Behaviors

Cats do not understand physical punishment or yelling. This creates fear and can worsen unwanted behavior.

Solution: Use positive reinforcement (treats, toys) to encourage good behavior.

7. Lack of Hydration

Cats tend to drink little water, which can lead to kidney and urinary problems.

Solution: Provide water sources or containers around the house to encourage consumption.

Raising a cat the right way will ensure a longer, healthier, happier life for them. Avoiding these mistakes is essential to providing a safe and comfortable home!

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