National Cat Health Month is a full month dedicated to the physical and emotional well-being of your cat. Your cat’s physical health is just as important as her mental health. There’s a misconception that cats are incredibly self-reliant, and just don’t need the kind of coddling you find with dogs. The truth is that cats are incredibly social animals, and they require the same level of care and attention that we lavish on our dogs. But the current idea of what a cat is causing a problem where cats aren’t as enriched, loved, and taken care of health wise as is needed.
If your cat hasn’t had a check-up in the past six months, it is time to get one scheduled. Annual exams help prevent diseases prone to cats such as feline leukemia, parvovirus, certain cancers such as testicular cancer in males and uterine cancer in females. If your cat is still intact, consider getting your cat spayed or neutered. Spaying and neutering your cat will reduce overpopulation, lessen their aggressive behavior and decrease the risks of cancer. Happy Cat Month is also a great opportunity to take some time pouring over what you’re feeding your cat and making sure the ingredients are wholesome and not just filler, and then spending some quality time with your furry friend. Remember to spend Happy Cat Month building a new relationship and new habits with our feline friends.
Lastly, another awesome thing to do for Happy, Healthy Cat Month is to volunteer at one of our partnered shelters or one of your own choosing. Volunteering gives you a chance to help the staff and provide the cats in the shelter with some extra love and attention. If you can’t volunteer, you can always make a monetary donation or donate blankets, cat beds, toys, and cat food.
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