RUB-A-DUB DUB, KITTY IN A TUB
Bathing cats is necessary for show cats and some long haired varieties.
It is best start them young.
This is from a Cat magazine years ago: "Best way to bath a cat is find an old window screen, place it in the tub or sink, the cat will dig its claws into the screen and stay there the entire time of bathing. It works, I have done it."
Also see Cat bathing as a Martial Art
KEEPING
CATS |
Boredom is not a problem for animals in their natural environment but once confined to an enclosure or a backyard it is a completely different story.
That is why it is important to enrich their environment. That means giving them lots of things to do that allow them to use their instincts.
Interactive toys provide great entertainment for cats.
Scratching
is one of your cat's most ingrained instincts. Keep a scratching post near
where the cat usually sleeps or, if he has already picked out a corner of
your sofa, keep it next to that chosen spot. You may need to train your cat
to use his scratching post. Do not pick him up and put his paws on the scratching
post (that will only make him want to avoid it). Make the scratching post
appealing to him: rub catnip on it or mist it with catnip spray; drape a heavy
string (a long leather shoelace works great) over it and wiggle it to catch
his interest; put treats on the very top.
Cats are very clean creatures.
Make sure they have clean litter available at all times. Remove Dirty litter daily.
Because Ragdolls lack the instinct to defend themselves when attacked, or jugde traffic, they must be kept as indoor pets only. However, they can be easily leash trained so that they can go for walks with you outside.
Alternatively look at building or purchasing a Cat Run. Not only will this your cat safe it helps protect our native wildlife
Make sure if buying
a person a cat for a present, that they actually want it.
Kittens should be feed with wet food three times a day.
Adults should be feed once a day.
Dry food and Water should always be available.
Try and vary you cat's food, different varieties and brands.
If you have a cat that particluary like milk, give them a Pet food milk, instead of regular milk as it can lead to eye and digestion problems.
