American Curly Cat

The curly hair of the American Curly Cat refers to the ear hair, not the body hair. It is a unique feeding method that fixes the ears upside down to form a special shape.

This mutated new breed first appeared at the exhibition in 1983. Then in 1987, it set standards and became a recognized breed, attracting the attention of cat lovers worldwide. It seems that the probability of producing curly hair in kittens born from American Curly Cat parents is about 50%. The ears do not have curly hair when they are born, but gradually change after a week. The front ends of the left and right ears are slightly round, with a large amount of decorative hair that spreads outwards, which is also one of its charms.

Suggested for cat lovers.

One, Toxoplasmosis

Symptoms: Cats with toxoplasmosis will have fever, depression, gradually decreasing body temperature, weakness, dehydration, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Solution: Choose a good pet hospital to vaccinate on time, keep your home clean and hygienic, and isolate appropriately. Rabies vaccine can be given starting at 3 months of age. Cat's triple vaccine can generally start at 2 months of age, and should be given once a month.

Two, Feline Rhinotracheitis

Symptoms: Fever, excessive nasal discharge, frequent sneezing, accompanied by conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, and excessive tearing.

Solution: Once found, seek medical attention promptly. This virus can be transmitted through the air, so isolate it from other cats in a timely manner.

Three, Hairballs

Symptoms: Cats experience vomiting, loss of appetite, and hairballs in their feces.

Solution: Regularly feed cats with hairball remedies, and it is best to grow some cat grass at home.

Four, Gastrointestinal discomfort

Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite.

Solution: Fast your cat first, and then feed some probiotics for conditioning. If the condition is severe, seek medical attention promptly. Prevention: 1. Maintain a light diet; 2. Do not frequently change cat food. Follow the rule of changing food every seven days when switching cat food.

Hygiene: Due to the large amount of hair on cats, they are prone to carrying various bacteria and fleas. In order to ensure the health of cats and their owners, cats should be regularly bathed and groomed;

Diet: Different cats have different food preferences. Owners should not randomly choose cat food on the market for convenience. They should carefully select cat food based on the type, growth, and physical condition of the cat, and prepare dedicated utensils for the cat;

Health: Like humans, cats can also get sick. When cats are sick, they must be taken to a specialized animal hospital for treatment. Regular physical examinations and vaccinations should also be carried out for cats. Only if cats are healthy can they have the energy to play with their owners;

Safety: There is a saying that "curiosity kills the cat". Cats are restless and always have great curiosity about various things. Their nature also makes them prefer to enter closed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, and lids to prevent cats from getting into potential danger;

Living Space: Cats love to take lazy naps the most, so as owners, they should prepare a small mattress for them. After using these mats for a long time, there will be a lot of bacteria, so attention should be paid to cleaning and disinfecting them at any time;

Cat Litter: The problem of pets defecating everywhere is a concern for many pet owners. But cats are actually very clean animals, so as long as the owner provides them with cat litter, they will go to the litter box to defecate on their own;

Cats are sensitive beings, and they become annoyed when their owners force them to do something. Therefore, owners should trim the cat's nails regularly to prevent scratches and infections while playing with them.

Grooming time: recommended once every three days

1. Relax the cat: before grooming, you can give the cat a massage first, and then proceed with the following work when the kitten purrs;

2. Comb along the hair: from the back → waist → buttocks → tail; wet the cat's hair with a small amount of water during combing to reduce static electricity. Comb along the direction of hair growth, from top to bottom;

3. Comb from the chest to the abdomen: hold the cat, sit on your lap in a human posture, and comb from top to bottom. The cat's belly is more sensitive, so when the owner is grooming, you must be quick and accurate;

4. Comb the cat's head and facial area: you can comb from the cat's head or face towards the neck, be careful with the cat's eyes;

5. Hair under the armpits and on the belly side: at this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift up its front paws, and comb from the armpits to the side of the abdomen;

6. Finally, use a rake comb for further combing, remove excess hair, smooth the cat's fur, and finish the whole work.