Cat Health Infections

What To Look For When Choosing A Cat As A Pet

Are you a person who likes peace and quiet? Then perhaps neither the Siamese nor the Oriental Shorthair is for you because their voices can be very loud. And if you want your curious to remain on their shelves or the coffee table, then most of the shorthaired breeds are taboos. They just love to rearrange anything moveable. A guide to breeds will help you decide which cat best suits you, your lifestyle and your family needs.

When choosing a cat, give careful consideration to which breeds are suited to your climate. Those with little hair, such as Cornish Rex, will need special care in keeping them warm and free from drafts.

Do you live in a place that is hot and humid? If so, a longhaired breed may not be comfortable unless you have air conditioning. And a shorthaired cat should shiver his days away in a cold and windy climate, unless kept strictly indoors. Even then, he will want the furnace going because he does not have a thick coat to keep him warm.

Certain breeds, such as Sphynx and Rexes, have little or no hair and need special handling. The Sphynx can be easily sunburned too, so must be sheltered from sunlight.

Not every cat will sit on your lap. Some are too busy or too highly strung to settle down for long. Others, that have thick or long coats, may not like the added warmth of our laps. It makes them feel uncomfortable and they move away. Since all cats are lap size, if you really want to increase your chances of him being a lap cat, a shorthaired cat is for you, but there are no guarantees.

When choosing a veterinarian, it is not only important to find one who likes cats but also to find one who will work with you in keeping your pet healthy. It is important to locate a veterinarian who is technically competent and with whom you feel comfortable.

After all, it is you who lives with your cat and knows his normal behavior. Unless your cat is sick, you will probably need to take him to the veterinarian only once each year for his checkup and annual booster vaccinations.