Sophia Mitrokostas shares an excellent list of topics veterinarians want cat owners to know. Beyond seeing what the DVMs interviewed prioritized, this article and list are worth sharing with new cat owners.
Source: INSIDER, November 15, 2019. Link. Caring for cats and kittens isn’t always straightforward. Veterinarians shared key things every cat owner should know:
- One litter box per cat is not enough
- Free feeding isn’t healthy
- There’s no such thing as a truly hypoallergenic cat
- It’s not normal or healthy for cats to cough up hairballs
- Dental disease is a big problem in cats, so regular brushing is a must
- New cat owners should pet-proof their home’s vertical spaces
- Indoor cats can get fleas and ticks
- Never give human medication to a cat
- If a cat regularly vomits, it’s probably not because they have a sensitive stomach
- Cats and dogs have different needs
INSIGHTS: A discussion about each topic offers good context suitable for client education.