Cat Supplies
At Pet Care Supplies you can choose from a wide range of cat supplies:-
CAT FOOD
Cats can be very finicky when it comes to feeding time. Cats can develop this habit of being finicky if they have been fed the same kind of cat food from a young age. Introducing a variety of cat foods into their diet at a young age makes them less picky as they get older.
Cats are carnivores and need to eat a balanced meal made up of meat. Your pet cat needs certain amino acids that can only be found in meat. These amino acids play an important part in preventing potentially life-threatening diseases from developing in your pet cat.
Feeding your pet cat meat from one meat source only is detrimental to their health. The only time you can feed your pet cat food from one meat source is if you have been given explicit instructions to do so by your veterinarian. Refrain from feeding your pet cat vegetarian-based diets because they do not contain the necessary amino acids or dietary supplements that are vital for your pet cat’s health.
Choose cat food that corresponds to the stage of life that your cat fits into – kitten, adult or senior. This is because your pet cat’s health requirements change. Cat food has been made to accommodate your pet cat’s changing health requirements so buy for that reason.
Your pet cat has different dietary requirements from a dog so DO NOT feed them dog food.
Cats prefer canned foods rather than dry foods (kibble) because of the taste. Dry cat food is great for your pet cat’s teeth because it aids in the reduction of tartar and plaque build-up. A mix of the two types; canned or dry adds variety and texture to your pet cat’s diet. Regular dental visits combined with a diet that includes dry cat food(kibble) will help to keep your cat's teeth healthy.
An automatic pet cat feeder and watering kit
Here at Pet Care Supplies you can choose from an array of canned or dry cat foods. It is always handy to stock up on both types. The wide range of cat food here at Pet Care Supplies has been specifically prepared to cater for your cats’ dietary needs at whichever stage of their life - kitten, adult cat or senior cat.
CAT ENCLOSURES(CATTERIES)
Although your pet cat may enjoy the indoors, they also need to be outside. The outdoors provides your cat with a natural form of brain stimulation - the different sights, sounds, smells and textures.
A cat enclosure(cattery) set up outdoors will give your pet cat the freedom to run around (exercise), play, have fun, be close to nature and still be safe. There are some cat enclosures(catteries) that you can rebuild to create new and interesting layouts for your pet cat.
You can train your cat to go out for a walk with you using a cat leash or cat harness. Just make sure that your cat collar has a current ID tag so that if your beloved pet cat does manage to leave your care at anytime they may be returned to you.
When your pet cat cannot venture outdoors for some reason you can make it possible for them to still enjoy the outdoors from the safety of your home by letting them sit on existing windowsills to look outside. If you do not have any windowsills you might like to get some installed.
Choose from our variety of cat enclosures(catteries) that can be setup in your backyard for the number of pet cats you may own. You can also choose from our range of cat leashes, cat harness an dcat collars.
CAT BEHAVIOUR AND TRAINING
Spaying or neutering is a surgical operation that is performed on your pet cat to help control your pet cat’s behavior. Spaying is the term used to describe the removal of your female cat’s ovaries. Neutering refers to the removal of your male cat’s testicles.
Your pet cat will be less aggressive and less likely to mark their territory by urinating. Your male pet cat will not feel the need to wander. Your female pet cat will not have anymore heat incidences and no more unexpected baby kittens.
A cat training product that can be used is the scatmat. The scatmat is like a blanket that you can drape over any item that you do not want your pet cat to access. It emits a small static charge when it detects pressure. The static charge is NOT harmful to your pet cat but they soon get the message.
CAT LITTER BOXES AND CAT LITTER
Encourage your cat to use their litter box for its intended purpose by making sure that the litter box is the right size and appeals to your pet cat. You should also try to keep the litter box as clean as possible. Daily removal of any poop from your cat litter box is encouraged. A full clean-up of your petcat litter box on a regular basis will help too. You might want to replace the litter when you do the full clean-up.
You may need to purchase more than one litter box and have them placed in strategic positions around your home. Where you choose to place your cat litter boxes will determine whether they get used or not. Place them in the quieter areas of your home where you know that there is not too much traffic. Cats do like their privacy and definitely do not want to be disturbed when they are doing their business.
CAT GROOMING
Your pet cat will naturally groom themselves but they can easily choke on the hairballs that they find in their hair.
At Pet Care Supplies we have many cat grooming products that you can choose from. The Safari Cat Shedding Comb
CAT CARRIERS
To make sure that your pet cat is as comfortable as possible when you travel choose a cat carrier or crate that is well ventilated, safe, not chewable, easy to keep clean and is spacious enough so that your cat can stand, sit or lie down inside.
If your pet cat will be travelling by plane you may want to invest in one of the airline approved pet carriers
CAT TOYS
Cats like humans need mental stimulation.
There are cat toys available that your cat can play with all on their own. The motivating factor behind these cat toys is the dry cat food that is contained within them. Your pet cat can access the dry cat food once they work out how to make the pet cat toy release the dry cat food. Some other cat toys that your pet cat will enjoy are those that are attached to a spring coil and bounce up and down when you touch them.
Other types of cat toys require your interaction with your pet cat. This may involve you waving or dangling an object or material in front of your cat and getting them to catch it.
CAT BEDS AND BEDDING
Before purchasing a cat bed for your cat you need to do some research at home. Find out where in the house your cat likes to go to for a nap and what it is that they like to curl into. This information will give you a good idea about the size your pet cat bed should be and the type of cat bedding they like to curl into.
The material used to make the cat bedding should be practical, water resistant and be able to withstand some wear and tear. The material used to make the cat bedding should help your pet cat regulate their body temperature in summer, autumn, winter or spring. To prevent the growth of mold or fungus in your pet cat bed make sure that the cat bed can be washed and dried quickly. Another great choice would be to purchase a cat bed that has removable covers that can be washed.
Keep your cat bed well away from any hanging materials or objects as they may block your pet cat’s intestines if swallowed.
Your cat bed and bedding should appeal to your pet cat or they will not use it. Also look for a cat bed that is easy to maintain so that you will be able to spend more time together.
CAT FLEA AND TICK CONTROL
Prevention is better than cure. You can prevent fleas from invading you pet cat’s fur by giving your pet cat oral or topical treatment.
Cat oral treatments are only effective in stopping the reproduction of fleas but do not destroy adult fleas. Topical treatments on the other hand are much more effective against both.
Heartworm can be prevented by giving your pet cat one of three treatments - injections, oral or topical treatment. The most effective treatment is the oral treatment.
The most common treatments used to prevent cat fleas, internal parasites and heartworm are: FRONTLINE, ADVANTAGE, REVOLUTION and CAPSTAR
The most common products used to treat lice and external parasites are: FRONTLINE and REVOLUTION.
Always check with your veterinarian before returning to Pet Care Supplies to purchase any form of treatment.
CAT MEDICATIONS
It is very important that you take your pet in for their annual vet examination. Have your cat’s teeth checked out on a regular basis. If you suspect that something is wrong with your pet cat contact your vet straight away.
When your pet cat falls ill you can help your vet make a proper diagnosis of your pet cat’s illness by giving them all the necessary information even if you think it may be trivial. Make sure that you seek professional advice from your vet before selecting any cat medication from our supply of cat medications and cat health care supplies.
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