Cats

Feeding

Training/Exercise

Communication

Bathing/Dental Health

Veterinary Visit

Popular Breeds

Fun Facts

Feeding

Food should be in the bowl throughout the day for nibbling.

For overweight cats, reduce portion size and check with Vet if special diet is needed.

Do not feed table scraps . Make sure plenty of water is available.

Training/Exercise

Start as soon as possible. Play and exercise them like dogs. Use treats for rewarding good behavior. Be patient.

Communication

Meowing is served as way of communicating by the cat.

Hissing is served to show anger or annoyance. Purring is served as way to show both

contentment and discontentment.

Bathing/Dental Health

Start as early as possible Use gauze square or small toothbrush along

with cat toothpaste. Use only cat shampoo when bathing. Recommend using small window screen and

showerhead with hose to clean the cat.

Veterinary Visit

Yearly veterinary visit recommended. Kittens and older cats require more frequent

visits. Contact the vet if a cat’s body weight, appetite,

or temperament changes noticeably.

Popular Breeds

Persian (most popular) Siamese Maine Coon Tonkinese Abyssinian

Fun Facts

Live on the average between 10-15 years. Often potty trained. America’s favorite household pet. Can see in colors. Can jump up 3x as high as humans.