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Answers to CAT CARE QUIZ:
--1. You know that your cat is overweight when...
d. both b and c
(b. You can't feel his ribs. c. His stomach
droops or sags noticeably.)
--2. A good treat to give your cat is...
d. All of the above
(a. A little canned tuna, b. A commercial cat
treat, c. Homegrown lawn grass or catnip)
Whichever treat your cat likes the best. It could
be all three.
--3. If your normally clean and fastidious cat stops
using the litter box, this is what you should do...
a. Take him her directly to the veterinarian
This problem might indicate a urinary tract infection -
LUTD (lower urinary tract disorder.)
--4. How often should you groom your cat?
c. Daily or weekly, depending on the length of
the hair
This can help prevent many things like hairballs
and you can see if any rashes or skin problems occur.
Also, it helps keep your cat comfortable with any
interaction you might have with it.
--5. Having your cat spayed or neutered will help with...
d. All of the above (a. Stopping roaming and marking
behavior, b. Stopping unwanted litters, c. Preventing
certain types of cancers)
--6. True or false:
You should brush your cat's teeth regularly.
True. Routine dental care helps keep your cat's
teeth clean and keeps your cat healthy.
--7. True or False:
Fleas and ticks are not a health risk to your cat.
False
--8. True or False:
Houseplants and cats can't be in the same house.
False. With a few precautions, cats can co-exist with
houseplants.
--9. How often should you take your cat to the vet?
d. At least once a year
The vet can send you a reminder in the mail to help
keep you and your furry baby on track. Also, if you
have a senior cat - age 9 and older, it may be a good
idea to take him for more frequent check ups.
--10. It's important to know your cat's favorite hiding
places, sleeping, eating and litter box habits, plus
a cat's normal pulse rate, respiratory rate and
temperature - BECAUSE...
d. You'll know when your cat is deviating from
his usual habits and be able to give your vet
a helpful report in case of an emergency.
If something is wrong and your cat's normal habits
change, then you can tell your vet the changes you
have observed.
These are just some of things most of you already know, andare the basic rules to help keep your cat in tip top shape so he can live a long and healthy life as your beloved pet companion.
Did you get 100? Great! If not, that's OKAY! If you've
learned something, especially if your are a "newly owned" human, that's great too! I am happy to be a part of your learning experience about your precious cat!
Authors like cats because they are such quiet, lovable, wise creatures, and cats like authors for the same reasons.
- - - Robertson Davies
If your cat is ignoring her scratching post, it may be too short. Cats like to be able to reach up above their heads and anchor their claws for a good stretch along
with a scratch.
