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Table of Contents:
How to select a cat breeder
Selecting a breed of cat
Choosing a name for your cat
How to litter train your cat
Breeder’s choice of cat box
Selecting the right cat litter
What about those automatic litter boxes?
Dealing with Behavior
How to select a scratching post
Training your cat to use the scratch post
Should your cat be de-clawed?
Grooming your cat
Selecting cat toys
Training your cat to co-exist with your dog
How to have a happy cat
How to select a cat breeder
Responsible cat breeders produce better cats
It is your youngest son's birthday and you want to give him a pet that will be sociable and one that will fit in with your household. You decide that a cat would be a good idea. But how does one go about choosing a pet cat? Jump ahead to the next chapter to learn how to select a breed of cat.
Once you have decided on the breed of cat, then look for legitimate cat breeders who can supply you with the cat you require. Try to attend cat shows and ask for a recommendation. It also helps to read the newspapers or surf the internet since most breeders have their own sites.
Buying a cat from a responsible cat breeder will not ensure you have a purebred cat but will guarantee that you are getting a healthy cat. You can also ask about retired breeders as they can sell at lower prices. Cats purchased from retired breeders are often better than kittens as they are probably already neutered, of high quality and they can easily adjust to their new home.
Responsible breeders will not sell very young kittens that are not yet weaned. Also choose a breeder who will provide a health guarantee for the kitten as well as complete papers and registration.
Tips on finding cat breeders
1. To get good cat breeders, make sure to talk to people who may have purchased animals from the same breeders as they can give you insights as to how responsible the breeder is.
2. Ask the breeder for references and go check on these references.
3.Check a cat breeders cattery list because if the breeder has lots of available kittens, then it may mean that the breeder is having a hard time finding homes for these kittens and the reason may be significance to you.
4. Make sure the breeder can give you the cat registration, health records and pedigree records.
A cat's lifespan is normally 20 years or more, depending on the care it is given. Choosing a responsible breeder will make your cat not only healthier, but live longer.
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