Himalayan cat, do you think it is a cat that lives in the Himalayas? In fact, this cat has nothing to do with the Himalayas. It is called this name mainly because it looks very similar to a rabbit with the same name.
This cat is a hybrid of Siamese cat and Persian cat, inheriting the Persian cat's body shape and long fur, as well as the Siamese cat's coloration and blue eyes. The eyes are blue, and the bluer the better. Its fur is long and soft, with distinct and eye-catching dark spots, including seal points, chocolate points, blue points, lilac points, orange points, tortoiseshell points, and blue cream points. These color points are distributed on the cat's legs, paws, tail, ears, and face, and are very ornamental.
This cat also combines the Persian cat's gentleness, charm, and sensitivity with the Siamese cat's intelligence and grace.
Persian cat is a breed that is widely recognized and quite popular, and it has evolved into Himalayan cat based on the early hybrid breeding. The early evolution of the Persian cat is most likely to have occurred on the cold Persian plateau (now Iran and Iraq).
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1. Cat ringworm
Cat ringworm is a common skin disease in cats, which is simply a fungal infection.
Cause: Kittens with poor constitution are more prone to ringworm. Another cause is fungal infection due to warm and humid living environment.
Symptoms: The most common locations are the ears and chin. In the early stage, small patches of ringworm, hair loss, dry flakes on the surface, and severe cases may result in skin ulcers and large bald patches.
Solution: Isolation first - shaving hair (shave off the hair near the ringworm to facilitate medication application and prevent fungal spread) - oral medication (commonly includes Itraconazole / Fluconazole / Griseofulvin) - topical ointment (Clotrimazole cream / Miconazole cream / Tioconazole cream / Petiphen spray, remember to follow medical advice before use) - medicated baths (Ketoconazole solution / Miconazole solution, continue for 1-2 weeks until recovery) - increase nutrition (cats infected with ringworm generally have some problems with their immune system and need to increase nutrition, cook some chicken breast and carrots) - sun exposure (sun exposure and ventilation can help kill bacteria).
2. Cat flu
Cat flu is also a common disease, and weak kittens are more susceptible to it.
Cause: A strain of bacterium called feline herpesvirus enters the cat's respiratory tract. The virus attaches to the cat's trachea and begins to damage their respiratory system.
Symptoms: Elevated body temperature, mucus around the nose, frequent sneezing, excessive secretion around the eyes, and severe cases may include conjunctivitis.
Solution: In the early stages, when the symptoms are not too severe, lysine can be taken with antiviral eye drops. It is recommended to vaccinate kittens to reduce the chance of cat flu. The virus responsible for cat flu is highly resistant, so thorough disinfection of the entire house is necessary. Formaldehyde and phenol can be used for disinfection.
3. Vomiting
Vomiting in cats is also common. Sometimes, cats will vomit to protect themselves, and once they vomit, they usually feel better.
Cause: Inhaling too much fur, indigestion, ingesting foreign objects, rapid change of diet, catching a cold, or gastroenteritis can all cause vomiting.
Symptoms: Vomit containing fur and mucus; or vomiting food, yellow water, and white foam, etc.
Solution: If the cat vomits fur, it is recommended to buy hairball paste or cat grass for the cat to eat.
When the cat vomits, it is recommended to fast the cat for a day, give it some warm water to drink, and then feed it some pet probiotics to regulate its intestinal flora. If the vomiting symptoms stop, you can feed it a small amount of soft cat food or canned food with more soup or other easily digestible food. If the vomiting condition does not improve, it is recommended to seek medical attention.
Hygiene: Due to the presence of a large amount of fur on the cat's body, it is easy to carry various types of bacteria and fleas. In order to ensure the health of the cat and the owner, the cat should be bathed regularly and its fur should be groomed;
Diet: Different cats have different food preferences. Owners should not randomly choose cat food available on the market for convenience. Cat food should be carefully selected based on the cat's breed, growth situation, and physical condition. Special utensils should also be prepared for the cat;
Health: Like humans, cats can also get sick. When a cat is sick, it must be taken to a specialized animal hospital for treatment. Regular physical examinations and vaccinations should also be given to the cat. Only when the cat is in good health can it have the energy to play with its owner;
Safety: There is a saying that "curiosity killed the cat". Cats are restless and always have great curiosity about various things. Their nature also makes them love to enter enclosed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, and lids to prevent cats from getting into potential dangers;
Living environment: Cats love to lie down and sleep lazily. Therefore, as an owner, it is important to prepare a small cushion for it to sleep on. However, these cushions can accumulate a lot of bacteria after being used for a long time, so it is important to clean and disinfect them regularly;
Cat litter: The problem of pets defecating and urinating everywhere has troubled many pet owners. However, cats are actually very clean animals. As long as the owner provides them with cat litter, the cats will go to the litter box to do their business on their own;
Cats cannot tolerate being forced to do something by their owners. When the owner forces it to do something, it can become annoyed. Therefore, the owner should regularly trim the cat's nails to prevent scratches and infections while playing with it.
Grooming Time: Recommended every three days
1. Relax the cat: Before combing, you can give the cat a massage. After the kitten purrs, you can proceed with the following steps;
2. Comb along the fur: From the back→waist→hindquarters→tail; you can dampen the cat's fur with a small amount of water to reduce static electricity, and comb from top to bottom in the direction of hair growth;
3. Comb from the chest to the abdomen: Lift the cat, sit on your lap in a human-like posture, and comb from top to bottom. The cat's belly is more sensitive, so the cat owner must be quick and accurate when grooming.
4. Comb the cat's head and around the face: You can comb from the cat's head or face towards the neck, but be careful with the cat's eyes.
5. Underarm and abdominal side hair: At this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift its front paw, and comb from the underarm to the side of the abdomen.
6. Finally, use a grooming comb to remove excess hair, straighten the cat's fur, and finish the entire process.
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