While many people think that cats are pets that do not require maintenance and only require occasional scrubbing and trimming, the fact is that pet cats can benefit greatly from regular inspections, modifications and cleaning procedures. This guide explains how to do regular health checks at home (as a supplement to regular veterinary checkups) and how to effectively tidy and clean your pets, hoping that these cute pets can adapt to human life as soon as possible.
Give the pet cat a quick check when it jumps on your legs and scratches it, but at least take the time to do a thorough check every month. This can allow you to detect any possible health risks earlier, but remember that these DIY tests cannot replace the annual veterinary examination (or the half-year examination of old cats). After all, professional tests are necessary, not at home.
Check the ears of the pet cat and find any problems, including dirt in the ears, excessive wax accumulation, bleeding, debris, ulcers, secretions, or inflammation. Another thing worth noting is ear mites, which are difficult to detect, but usually leave a red/brown secretion in the ear, and cats with ear mites often scratch their faces. This phenomenon is usually considered normal. To determine whether there is a problem, you need to smell it in the vicinity, see if there is a odor in the itch, and also see if there are signs of lesions on the edges of the ears, such as lumps, thickening, scales, redness, or damage. If the above occurs, consult your veterinarian immediately.
Healthy cat's eyes should be clear and bright without any redness or secretions. If these symptoms occur, this may be a sign of infection, in which case you should contact your veterinarian for proper treatment. A healthy cat's nose is usually moist and smooth. A gentle touch will determine whether there are lumps or swelling on the cat's nose. Ulcers are another thing to watch out for, and there are other traces or wounds that take a long time to heal. Any secretions flowing out of the nose of a pet cat may be a sign of infection, so cat owners should do a good job of prevention in advance.
Pay attention to your cat's breathing, it should be even and effortless. If they experience breathing or struggle, or have a shortness of breath or unstable rhythm, ask the veterinarian to check for potential problems. You can learn a lot about the cat's health from its fur and skin condition. If a pet cat is over chewing, scratching, or licking, it may be time to check it out. Stress, parasites, wounds or allergies can all have an impact on the health of your cat, so it should be taken seriously.
cat's paws, especially pet cat's paws, need to be trimmed regularly. Check if your cat's nails are too long and if you have experience in trimming them, you can do it yourself. If you are not confident in trimming your cat's nails, take it to a professional beautician to make sure the pet is not hurt. When you caress the cat, check it for lumps or unusual swelling. Also when you touch certain parts of their bodies, be careful about signs of pain or tension. You should observe the cat's walking in detail to see if there are any signs of stiffness or pain. If there is any abnormality, please seek medical treatment in time to avoid delaying the condition.