We will definitely encounter common problems in raising cats in our lives, such as cat feeding, whether to neuter or neuter, grooming, etc. Many parents will encounter these problems. So, in addition to these, what common problems do we need to know about cats in life?

1. Is it good to give milk to cats?

This is the question I hear most often. In fact, many cat owners know that feeding cats milk is not a good thing, but they think that only milk can provide cats with rich nutrition. I will clearly tell those cat owners that due to cats’ lactose tolerance, letting cats drink milk every morning will cause gastrointestinal discomfort. For cats, dry cat food is the first source of cat nutrition and does not require other special supplements. Dry food is cheap, convenient, and can also maintain your cat’s body nutrition. In addition, dry food can be fed freely without causing waste. If you have special needs, you should also follow the doctor's advice to provide special supplements for your cat. It is not a good thing to feed your cat too much.

2. Why is the cat always a destroyer?

The new carpet is odorless and colorless, why do cats destroy it?

Due to the cat's instinct, it will have the habit of destroying some things. These bad habits can cause trouble in the home. In fact, sometimes the cat's destruction may be caused by the owner's reasons: when a new pet or person (especially a child) comes to visit, changes in life schedule, the cage is too small or the cage is changed, the feeding situation or seasonal changes , urinary tract infection caused by medications, especially bladder irritation or excessive urine production.

In addition, cats are sensitive animals. Subtle changes in their work and rest schedules will cause the cat to change its behavior, and the owner's emotions will also affect the cat. These may be the motivation for it to cause destruction and vent its depressed mood.

To solve the problem, you should first seek a veterinary examination and a urinalysis. When the cause is determined and medications are started to treat the problem, the condition can improve.

If it is caused by other reasons, and if it cannot be restored to the original state, you need to give the cat time to adapt. As long as it can be tolerated, generally speaking, good results will be achieved within a period of time. But if the cat still cannot adapt, many new anti-anxiety, sedative, and tranquillizing drugs are commonly used on cats, and some hospitals can also provide mental relaxation treatment.

3. Should cats be “clicked”?

It keeps rolling, yelling, being irritable, and not eating. This is a sign of a cat in heat. This behavior usually lasts for about half a month.

The only way to solve this problem is to "snap" the cat away. Some owners may feel that depriving the cat of its reproductive rights is very unethical. In fact, doReproductive surgery can improve the cat's behavior, potentially reducing the stray cat population, reducing the cat's destructive nature, and reducing reproductive tract diseases, including breast cancer and uterine infections.

The best age for cats to have surgery is about 5-6 months old. It is worth noting that although reproductive surgery will not hinder the development of cats, it will prevent the cat from soaring in weight too quickly after "clicking".

4. Can cats cut their nails?

Properly trimming your cat's nails can reduce the cat's destructive power without changing its behavior. However, cats cannot protect themselves after cutting their nails. They must be kept at home and must not be left free.

However, from the perspective of cat health, it is not recommended to cut the nails of the cat’s hind toes, because the hind feet rarely harm people and furniture, and can provide the cat with some self-defense and tree climbing abilities. Training for cutting the nails of a cat's front paws should start from an early age, usually once a month is appropriate. When pruning, you only need to cut off the transparent cuticle at the front end, and it must be polished smooth after pruning. At first, the cat will be averse to having its nails trimmed. It is best to trim it when it just wakes up. After trimming one or two, if it shows impatience, you can let it play and reward it with food or toys. Do not force it to let it Produce more conflicting emotions.

5. Should it be kept outdoors or indoors?

"Should I let my cat out for some fresh air?" I usually answer: "If you want to expose your cat to cars, stray dogs, infections, stray cats, poisons, and cat strangers environment, let it go out!" In fact, cats spend a lot of time sleeping (18 or 19 hours a day). Many things can be arranged in a small room, and appropriate exercise and entertainment can be arranged there. If you allow your cat to go outside, it is best not to trim his nails. Claws are very important for cats who live outdoors. At the same time, supervision work must be done well and vaccinations must be administered on time. Also pay attention to whether your cat is infected with parasites.

Based on the above mentioned problems, cats will encounter many problems in life, which need to be solved by their owners one by one. Cats only have a life span of more than ten years. We should not abandon cats because they are disobedient, sick, or old. Cat, the joy it brings to you is immeasurable.