small cats:How to raise small cats

small cats: How to raise small cats

Breeding cats:

Pet breeding is one of the most enjoyable things for human beings, it is people who do it for trade and earn money, and some of them for entertainment only, there are many animals that man has been domesticated since ancient times to get used to living with humans, the most prominent of these animals cats There is a great variety of cat species, including domestic cats, which managed to domesticate nearly 4000 years ago, that is, since the time of the Pharaohs, they are intelligent animals and have great ability to adapt to live with humans, in addition to that they are clean and love cleanliness and the cat is an animal Gentle, calm and loves to play, which made her a close friend of man.

Important factors for successful cat breeding:

Cats distinguish themselves from others as it is easy to take care of them, so think about several things before making a decision to acquire a cat, the most important of which are:

• Keep in mind that cat care should be ongoing, requiring attention to feeding, cleaning and removing dung.
•  The ability to afford cat care, in terms of costs of food and vaccines. 
• Make sure there is enough space in the house.

How to raise Small Cats:

Cat breeding requires a lot of attention and care and must provide everything you need to remain in good health and appearance, and the following methods of attention to food, health, and hygiene of cats:

Feed the small cats:

• In the first weeks of birth, the cat is given only the milk she takes from her mother. The cat needs six feedings per day during the first week of birth. If the cat's mother is dead, the cat should be given a suitable substitute for the mother's milk, called a substitute milk. If kitten milk replacer is not available within the first 24 hours, the cat should be given an alternative recipe called an emergency recipe, as follows:

1. 2/3 cup homogeneous full-fat milk. 
2. Yolk three eggs.
3.  1 tablespoon corn oil A small drop of baby vitamins. 
4. It should be noted that the cat should not be given cow's milk, as it may cause sensitivity and diarrhea to lactose.

• When the cat is 4-5 weeks old, the weaning process begins, and the cat is able to eat a variety of foods, given 3-4 meals per day, taking into account that it needs 200 calories per day, [4] Dietary requirements for cat food: amino acids, vitamins, proteins, minerals, and fats. 
• Canned cats can be fed dry or canned food, and each has its benefits. 
• Canned food is characterized by moisture that facilitates the small cat chewing process, while dry food contains carbohydrates necessary to cover the need of cats from the calories needed in his daily diet, and does not spoil simply.
•  After the weaning phase, bring the bowl to put the cat food in, and it is advisable to have two bowls, one for dry food and the other for canned food.
•  Fresh and clean drinking water should be provided at all times for cats, and drinking vessels should be made of ceramic, porcelain, or stainless steel.

Cat Health Care:

Pet cats are exposed to many health problems that may affect their daily activity. Therefore, you should observe your cat regularly, and take care of any signs or symptoms that may indicate a particular disease.

• Observe the temperature of your cat.
•  The normal temperature for cats is 38 ° C.
•  Notice any redness or dirt inside the eye. 
• You can protect your cat's eyes by keeping them clean with cotton and warm water. 
• Observe any discharge from the eye, or discoloration of the eye. 
• If this happens, it should be taken quickly to the veterinarian, because the cat's ears are very sensitive and depend on them entirely. 
• If you have dandruff, a dry skin, or a rash, this may signal a skin disease or fungus. 
• Anorexia: This is a sign of a major problem in your cat.

Diseases of cats:

• Diarrhea is a common problem in cats that results from a change in the quality of eating, or some parasites, fungi, or bacteria.
•  Vomiting: The cat may get too fast, or eat more than you need. 
• Parasites: If the cat is exposed to a large number of parasites; it may be exposed to large problems such as anemia, diarrhea, and may lead to death. 
• Ear ticks are caused by parasites living in the cat's ears. 
• Fleas: They can cause anemia and death.

Care for the hygiene of cats:

• Bathing cats: It is possible to start bathing cats at the age of eight weeks. Special cat bathing supplies must be available:

1. Bathing shampoo for cats should be avoided because it may harm your health. 
2. The comb used to comb the cat's hair to rid it of falling hair. 
3. A scented powder to perfume the cat's body.

• Cat litter: Some tools should be available for cat litter, as follows: 

1. Rectangular plastic box.
2.  Stones intended to put waste, preferably medical, because they deodorize, and put these stones in the box.
3.  In order to remove the waste from the box, it is necessary to empty the box from the stones, then wash it periodically and then return the stones inside, so that it is preferable to wash it every week.

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