Japanese Bobtail Cat

Japanese Bobtail Cat, also known as a short-legged cat, Dachshund cat, Corgi cat, and dwarf cat. The most notable feature is the short legs, which makes them look very cute. They have a lively and cheerful personality, strong curiosity, and are very affectionate. They are suitable for people who hope their cats will never grow up. Although Japanese Bobtail Cats are the result of a genetic mutation, they are not artificially intervened, so they do not have obvious genetic defects. Although their legs are short, it does not affect their skeletal health, and there is no mention of them being prone to arthritis. This breed is very healthy, and currently, there is no literature stating that it is a defective breed.

The definite origin is uncertain, but it can be certain that this cat is a variant breed that has not yet been recognized as an independent breed. The appearance of short-legged cats actually has a history, as short-legged cat breeds were discovered in England in the 1930s. Moreover, in the veterinary records of 1944, four generations of inherited short-legged cats were described. However, during the Second World War, the traces of these short-legged cats could no longer be found. However, in 1953, short-legged cats appeared again in Stalingrad in the Soviet Union, but their whereabouts are still unknown.

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1. Feline Panleukopenia Virus (Feline Distemper)

Symptoms: Cats with feline panleukopenia may experience fever, depression, gradual decrease in body temperature, weakness, dehydration, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Solution: Choose a good pet hospital for timely vaccination, keep the house clean, and quarantine appropriately. Rabies vaccine can be administered at 3 months old; feline distemper vaccine can be administered at around 2 months old, with a booster shot one month later.

2. Feline Rhinotracheitis

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

Solution: Seek medical attention promptly when symptoms appear. This virus is transmitted through the air, so it is important to isolate the cat from others in a timely manner.

3. Hairballs

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

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

4. Gastrointestinal Upset

Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite.

Solution: First, withhold food from the cat, then feed it probiotics to regulate the digestive system. If the condition is severe, seek medical attention promptly. Prevention: 1. Maintain a bland diet. 2. Avoid frequent changes in cat food, and when changing the food, follow the seven-day gradual transition method.

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

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

Health: Like humans, cats can also get sick. When a cat gets sick, it must be taken to a specialized animal hospital for treatment. Regular physical examinations and vaccinations should also be conducted for cats. Only when a cat is in good health can it have the energy to play with its owner;

Safety: There is a saying, "Curiosity killed the cat." Cats are restless creatures and always have a great curiosity about various things. Moreover, their nature makes them particularly fond of entering enclosed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, and box lids to prevent cats from getting into potential danger;

Living environment: Cats love to lie down and sleep, so as an owner, you should prepare a small mat for it to sleep on. These mats accumulate a lot of bacteria after prolonged use, so you must pay attention to cleaning and disinfection at any time;

Cat litter: The problem of pets urinating and defecating everywhere has troubled many pet owners. However, cats are actually very clean animals. As long as owners provide them with cat litter, they will go to the litter box to do their business on their own;

Cats cannot be forced to do things they dislike. When owners force them to do something, they become annoying. Therefore, owners should trim their cat's nails at any time to prevent being scratched and infected when playing with it.

Grooming time: Recommended once every three days

1. Relax the cat: Before grooming, you can give the cat a massage. Wait until the kitten purrs before starting the grooming;

2. Brush along the fur: From the back→waist→hindquarters→tail; when grooming, you can use a small amount of water to dampen the cat's fur, reduce static electricity, and brush in the direction of hair growth, from top to bottom;

3. Brush from the chest to the abdomen: Lift the cat and sit it on your lap in a seated position, and brush from top to bottom. The cat's belly is more sensitive, so the cat owner must be quick and accurate when grooming.

4. Brush the cat's head and the area around the face: You can brush from the cat's head or face towards the neck, being careful of the cat's eyes.

5. Hair under the armpits and on the abdomen: At this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift its front paw, and brush from the armpits to the side of the abdomen.

6. Finally, use a comb to do further brushing, remove excess hair, and finish the entire grooming process.