One of the biggest mistakes new cat owners make isn’t visiting the pet doctor for a routinephysical check-up.  Many folks are of the opinion that the one time they have to see a vet is when the feline is ill or hurt.  Sadly this myth can be detrimental to the healthiness of your pet.  Proper care for your kitty requires more than food, water and a clean litter box. 

As with kids there are several sicknesses that will be forestalled by getting proper vaccination treatments.  Most vets recommend that kittens get them shortly after they are born.  These vaccination shots can protect your kitten from heartworm, FIV and other illnesses that will negatively affect the fitness of your cat.  During your visit your veterinarian will cover in detail the recommended vaccination schedule.  The vaccines your physician suggests will be based mostly on whether the kitten will remain inside or out of doors.  Also whether other pets are kept in the house is an element.  By giving your vet this info they’re going to be able to administer the correct vaccines to give your kitten the best protection. 

Even if your feline is an indoor kitty it is wise to keep abreast of a yearly trip to the vet.  This may help you keep tabs on your pets health as well as uncover any issues ahead and also get the proper booster vaccines administered. 

Another sound excuse to take your cat in for routine checks is that you may not know that there are a few things wrong with your feline, but your veterinarian is trained and can discover if there are any possible difficulties.  Also if you have been taking your feline to them for a period of time, they’re going to have your cats whole history, and most will know your cat and will recognize if something appears to be different on that particular visit.  Assist your vet during your kittens exam exam by noting any changes that you may have observed in your cat since the last visit.  You may not think that it is weird or that there is not a problem with your moggy, but it’ll help in deciding your cat’s overall health.  Any changes in your kitten may not mean anything, but it is good to keep your vet informed of changes as they can write it down for any future reference in case something does arise and needs attention. 

There may be a point when you’ll need to line up an appointment veterinarian before it is time for the following booked check-up for boosters.  There are still illnesses that the boosters don’t prevent, so take your feline chum in for a special visit.  There will be other issues that although not life-endangering, shouldn’t be ignored, that you’ll need to check your cat for,eg fleas and ticks.  Our kittens get treated for fleas when they need it.  I did not have to before, but we probably did bring a dog into the family and with him came fleas.  So we do treat each one of them or fleas, and I am getting a popular flea treatment from my vet. 

It is very important for yourkitten’s health and well being that you make regular appointments with the veterinarian to receive their booster shots and an overall check.  It will keep them healthy and ecstatic, and they will reward you with lots of love. 
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Chicago Cat Doc

Cats are the most lovable among all pets. But, though pets are lovable, it is often found that due to sheer ignorance we become unable to take due care of them. We expect them to be our lifelong companion, so we must do the right thing at the right moment in order to look after our cherished pets. This means being aware of some of the needs of the cat or kitten at various ages and stages of development.

Let us suppose you have newborn kittens. From birth to 16 weeks they are learning their way around. The kittens may be playful and adventurous but some may also be a bit timid and shy. Be aware that they need correct feeding for growth and nutrition and that they are unaware of danger and potential harm. They are small and often playful which means they can get in to all nooks and crannies to come to harm. Watch out for them. From 16 weeks to 1 year the kitten will likely still be very playful and courageous and a handful for their owners! They are still learning their way around in life.

When about six months old, you should consider an operation to neuter the cats. That is, if you are not planning to breed of course. This will protect them from unnecessary attention from other cats and prevent unwanted litters. From 1 to 8 years the young cat is in his or her prime. At this juncture make it a regular habit to be in touch with your veterinarian medical practitioner – he will be able to get to know your pet and detect disease at an early stage. He will also advise on correct vaccination and other health promotion issues. From 8 to 12 years. the pre-geriatric cat may begin to slow down and after it has crossed the age of 12 years it is entering the stage of old age and you should consider starting to take care of the cat in his or her senility.

So, a cat has changing needs and wants at various ages. By knowing this you can begin to get a feel for the correct way to look after and support you cat.