congratulations on your new cat before you bring your new cat home
there are a number of things to collect and buy for your new cat to feel at home
i'm the cat butler and here on this channel we try to recommend what is best for your cat
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in the next few minutes i'll list out things you should get for your cat
and explain why they are important
number one a water fountain cats don't drink a lot of water by nature a water fountain would
encourage them to drink more cats prefer moving water because in the wild they have evolved
to recognize that still water is often stagnant and carries bacteria that make them sick
while moving water is considered fresh another reason why i think it is important for a cat to
drink plenty of fluids is it is more likely to reduce the chance of kidney disease
a study in the UK by the royal veterinary college showed that the number one leading cause of death
for cats over five years of age is kidney disease drinking more water can prevent that
speaking from personal experience the water fountain may have been
too successful whenever i clean the litter box there is pee everywhere
number two a food bowl
food bowls made out of stainless steel is probably the best material to feed your cat with
it is easy to clean disinfect and extremely durable
other materials like glass and ceramic can chip crack or break more easily while plastic should be avoided because it can easily be damaged
by scratches biting and even the dishwasher to create perfect hiding spots for bacteria to grow
this bacteria can cause chin acne as well as stomach upsets
Teemo likes to steal Arya's food
number three food, cats are naturally carnivores and require eating meat to survive. Cats do not thrive on carbohydrates therefore if you can afford it
it is best to feed your cat a raw meat or wet food diet as it is more nutritious healthy
and contains more liquid content. My two cats Teemo and Arya are fed a balanced raw food diet
every two weeks I cut the meat for their meals
it is a lot of work but I want my cats to live a long and healthy life
another reason why I prefer not to feed my cats kibble or dry food
is the chance of my cats developing obesity and diabetes
lastly another plus to a raw food diet is a healthier shinier coat that helps reduce shedding
as you can see investing in high quality food can greatly improve
your cats health and reduce the number of health problems in the future
number four litter box. when you buy a litter box you should consider
how many litter boxes do you need? I would say one per cat litter tracking is also a problem in
a top entry litter box shown here would reduce litter being scattered throughout your house
another question you should consider is if the litter box
is large enough for my cat to comfortably go to the bathroom?
this depends on the breed of the cat some breeds like ragdolls can get pretty big
this litter box here has plenty of room and has a reusable durable liner that is easy to clean
Number five cat litter. When you choose a cat litter a litter made of natural materials
such as grass shown here would be safer for your kitten in the event they decide to eat it
as natural cat litter will not cause digestive problems. It is also great for the environment
as it is biodegradable.
Fine grain clumping litter like grass is great for odor control and is easy to clean. Moisture is absorbed into a solid rock where you then scoop it out. Downside to
fine-grained clumping glitter is that the litter is light enough to be spread all over your house
another type of litter is non-clumping and is larger like pine shown here
the litter breaks apart when it comes into contact with moisture
it is a little harder to clean but does not easily spread around the house because it is heavier. The
downside to non-clumping litter is that the pellet size litter does not do a good job at odor control
Number six cat tree. Cats like to feel like the king of the castle
that is why they climb onto high places so they can sit there for hours looking down
on their humble servants I have caught my cats doing questionable things in the tree
giving your cat a tall tower will give them a sense of control
and personal space. A cat tree also gives a cat a safe place to climb and reduces
their need to jump on places they are not supposed to like kitchen counters
Teemo and Arya really love the tree. They spend eighty percent of their time up there whether
it is playing or sleeping I think the cat tree has been one of my best investments for my cats
Number seven scratching posts. If you want to protect your furniture
in your home it is wise to invest in a lot of scratching posts and scratchers
and I mean a lot. Cats like to scratch when they play to sharpen their claws or to mark territory
a Sisal surface shown here is one of the better materials for the cat to scratch on
my furniture has been largely spared because my two cats have had plenty of scratching posts
to scratch on even the bark on the cat tree acts as a scratching post, poor tree
Number eight pet carrier
a pet carrier is essential whenever you need to transfer your cat to the vet or anywhere else
usually you can choose between a soft-sided carrier seen here which is usually made out of
nylon or a hard sided carrier made out of plastic. Make sure the carrier is large enough for your cat
if you plan to travel on the plane with your cat make sure to purchase an airline compliant carrier
Number nine brushes. Cats need grooming sessions several times a week the brush I have here is
a deshedder which helps to remove dead hair from a cat's undercoat. If you have a long haired
cat breed like a Rag Doll, I recommend you brush them everyday to remove the dead hair and dead skin
frequent brushing also helps to reduce the amount of shedding
and tangles in your cat. Your cat may not like the grooming sessions at first
but with consistency and patience they will eventually love it
sometimes your cat does not cooperate
Arya likes to fight me during our grooming sessions
that is a lot of hair!
Number 10 nail trimmer. In order to protect yourself and your furniture you need to
frequently trim your cat's nails. You will need a nail clipper that is sharp enough to cut quickly
Number 11 toys. Cats need mental stimulation and physical exercise. In the wild, cats love
to hunt for their food. Toys stimulate that hunting experience for an indoor cat
toys absorb the scratching and chewing that otherwise would have gone towards your furniture
whenever Teemo and Arya are bored, I tend to give them this toy to chew on. You can see
Teemo and Arya love it sometimes they fight over who gets to play with it. Other toys
like this here encourage my cats to exercise. This wand like toy mimics a bird or an insect
my cats love to give chase. Number 12 toothbrush and toothpaste. Brushing a cat's teeth is the
single most effective way of reducing dental plaque and maintaining long-term oral health
a lack of dental hygiene will result in your cat losing its teeth at old age. This toothpaste here
helps keep the teeth clean and the gums healthy, it also helps to reduce bad breath for your cat
you will need a toothbrush specifically made for cats. Do not use a human toothpaste
I brush my cat's teeth daily. It is a lot of work but I don't want them to lose their teeth
if you start brushing your cat when they're young, they will more likely get used to it
a pet's dental hygiene is all about consistency and dedication. While brushing their teeth
be sure to get the molars and upper canine as these teeth tend to build up plaque more quickly
Number 13 shampoo. Sometimes your cat gets dirty and needs a bath. You want to pick a shampoo
that leaves the oils in your cat's skin intact. Do not use a human shampoo as some ingredients
can be toxic to cats. I started bathing my cats consistently when they were young
my cats disliked it at first, but to overcome their fear I tried to lead by example
how would my cats trust me if i didn't get a shower myself. I would shower in front of
them every day to show them that baths are harmless. Nowadays they love getting a shower
lastly if you're allergic to cats like me bathing your cats can help reduce allergies
Teemo is jealous that Arya is getting a bath
Number 14 pet insurance. Sometimes you're hit with an unexpected medical bill for your pet
pet insurance can help offset some or most of the costs of diagnosing treating and manage your pet's
illness or injury it is important to know that pet insurance does not cover pre-existing conditions
so it is best to get pet insurance when your pet is healthy. I got pet insurance for Teemo
and Arya when they were kittens.
Number 15 pet lint roller. When you own a pet they shed a lot
a pet lint roller will be your best friend if you want to keep hair off your clothes
I hope the information I provided will help you with your new cat
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