<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">What are the daily care requirements for tabby cats? This current cat feeding column will provide you with a detailed introduction

Tabby cat

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Bathing

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">The number of baths for tabby cats should be based on the season and body hygiene. Tabby cats generally live indoors and are generally kept relatively clean. Washing once every 2-3 months is enough.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">There are usually two ways to bathe: wet cleaning and hand washing:

<p style="font- family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Wet cleaning: The water temperature should be controlled at about 40 degrees Celsius. When it enters the water, gently sprinkle water on the body with your hands. After the coat is soaked, use dog and tabby cat shampoo to wipe the coat. First wash the back half of the body and dirty areas, such as hands and feet, the lower end of the tail, around the anus, and the lower abdomen, and finally wash the head and ears. Rinse the shampoo with clean water, otherwise it will easily lead to skin diseases. After washing, wipe the hair with a bath towel. If you use a hair dryer, pay attention to the distance and position of the blower to avoid scorching their appearance. You can comb it while blowing it, so that the hair will not clump together. When washing the head, hold the tabby cat's nose upward and hold it tightly to prevent shampoo from flowing into the eyes. What needs to be paid more attention to is that we must prevent muddy water and dry cleaning agents from flowing into the can. Don't let the shampoo irritate his eyes.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Get clean: Use special powder or water with dry cleaning effect, sprinkle it on the hair and scrub it. Bathing is often used for tabby cats that are less than 4 months old or are not suitable for water baths and are prone to colds. Sprinkle detergent on the hair and scrub for 15 to 20 minutes before completely removing the detergent. When removing the cleaning powder, wipe it against the direction of the hair, and be careful not to let the powder fly into the tabby cat's eyes or nostrils. It is best not to use the washing method for a long time. Tabby cats over 4 months old should be bathed with water regularly.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Dry mouth cleaning

<p style="font-family: "times new roman";font-size:medium;">Owners who provide tabby cats with regular dental care may effectively delay the occurrence of dental plaque that can cause periodontitis. The care methods are as follows:

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">The most effective method is to brush your teeth. Here are two methods of brushing your teeth:

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">1. Use a soft towel or sterilized gauze to clean the tabby cat's teeth, and then use cotton soaked in garlic juice to wipe the teeth and gums. If you find that there is leftover food between the teeth, you can use tweezers to pinch it out. Using an oral freshener and adding a small amount to the tabby cat's drinking water every day can also play a role in cleaning the mouth.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">2. If there is tartar on your teeth, please take it to a professional animal hospital for examination and ask a doctor for treatment. .

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">3. Always pay attention to balancing the diet of tabby cats, and prepare food according to their breed and age. A balanced diet can provide the necessary calcium and phosphorus for healthy teeth. It is best not to feed them bones, as this may damage their teeth, cause cracks and cause pain.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">4. Although feeding tabby cats less soft food is not recommended except under special circumstances.Eat canned food for a long time or soak the food in water to soften it. If you eat soft food for a long time, the teeth of tabby cats in their old age will easily become loose, and food residues will easily accumulate in the gaps between the teeth to grow bacteria. Clean the ears - Tabby cats' ear canals are prone to accumulation of wax, dirt or moisture. If not removed regularly, it can easily cause ear canal inflammation, so regular cleaning of the ears is particularly important. When cleaning the ear canals, be sure to use a special ear dryer instead of pure water. You may wish to ask a professional veterinarian to demonstrate the specific operation. There are many ear diseases, and those who take medication without diagnosis can easily cause many complications. You should contact a professional veterinarian immediately.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Dry eyes

<p style="font-family: "times new roman";font-size:medium;">The eyes often have some secretions stuck to the corners of the eyes or flowing to the lower eyelids. Under normal circumstances, just wipe it away gently with a wet cotton ball or paper towel. There is no need to pay attention to it. Use the same cotton ball to clean both eyes to avoid cross infection.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Cut your nails

<p style="font-family:" times new roman";font-size:medium;">Tabby cat's nails are the best weapon for climbing, hunting and defense. Often tabby cats will constantly look for rough surfaces to grind their claws. In addition to using scratches to mark their territory, they also need to use this method to peel off the outer layer of the front of their nails to reveal the sharper layer underneath.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Claw grinding is an original ability of tabby cats. They use this method to "maintain" their nails. Most tabby cats can take care of their own nails. However, if the nails grow too fast and long, it will cause a lot of trouble to the tabby cat and even cause disease. If we spend a little time every week trimming the nails of tabby cats, we can also relieve their urge to scratch the furniture. When cutting nails, gently press the tabby cat's paws to let the nails show from the soles of the feet. Just cut off the transparent horny part at the front end. Be sure not to encounter the pink tender meat. There are many nerves there. If the fingers are connected to the heart, the tabby cat will be in pain.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">You should use sharp professional nail clippers. The tabby cat's tolerance for this matter is limited. Fortunately, it is over before it starts to get anxious. If only one or two claws are cut and you become anxious, you must let it go. Don’t let the tabby cat associate nail cutting with being suppressed to avoid future troubles. If you can give them some small praise and praise after cutting their nails, the tabby cat will soon get used to it.

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">combing

<p style="font-family:"times new roman";font-size:medium;">Tabby cat is a very coveted animal. It spends a lot of time paying attention to Qian Jie himself every day. The owner needs to be patient to help them comb and keep them clean. Generally, short-haired tabby cats can do it twice a week, but long-haired tabby cats need to spend more time taking care of them. Combing not only keeps the coat dry, clean and smooth, but also helps remove shed hair and dead skin, helps promote blood circulation and strengthens muscles.