The Golden Chinchilla Cat originated in England and was deliberately bred from Persian cats. The Golden Chinchilla has shorter limbs and a slightly smaller body compared to Persian cats, but it appears more agile. The eyes are large and round, with emerald green, bluish-green, or yellowish-green color. The whole body has dense and glossy fur, and the amount of fur is abundant. The tail is short and fluffy, similar to a squirrel's tail, which is very charming. The Golden Chinchilla Cat has a strong and agile body, likes tranquility, has a gentle temperament, and also has a strong sense of self-esteem.
The Golden Chinchilla Cat is a distinctive breed that has been carefully bred for many years. In fact, the ancestry of the recognized Golden Chinchilla Cat is difficult to trace, as it has been bred from many different breeds, but the origin of this breed has been extensively documented. Therefore, it is unknown whether the name "Golden Chinchilla" comes from "Chinnie" or has some similarities to the South American rodent known as Chinchilla (commonly called a chinchilla).
Golden Chinchillas are suitable for all cat lovers (not recommended for people allergic to cat fur). The Golden Chinchilla is noble and elegant but also playful and gentle. Its super clingy personality adds to its charm. If you give your Golden Chinchilla a name, it will quickly remember it and respond to your call. As a young cat, the Golden Chinchilla is innocent and mischievous, needing time to play and exercise. When tired, it will seek closeness and affection from its owner.
1. Soft Stool
Soft stool is also a common situation for cats. Normal stool is yellow-brown in color, formed, and moderately moist.
Cause: catching a cold, changing food, poor food quality, stress reaction, parasites, etc.
Symptoms: soft, sticky, unformed, watery.
Solution: If it is caused by parasites, it is recommended to deworm. If it is a stress reaction such as changing to a new environment, it is not a big deal, it is recommended to observe for a few more days. As for dietary reasons, do not change cat food frequently to reduce gastrointestinal burden. In addition, pay attention to controlling food intake, feed small meals multiple times a day, and feed at fixed times and in fixed amounts. Also, pay attention to clean and fresh drinking water, do not feed the cat mineral water, as it is prone to urinary stones.
2. Depression
Cats are sensitive animals and depression is a common condition for them.
Cause: lack of companionship, death of a partner, abuse, long-term confinement, etc.
Symptoms: loss of appetite, lying around all day, hiding, sensitive and irritable, timid.
Solution: Cat depression is a psychological problem. It is recommended for the cat owner to spend more time with the cat. In daily life, you can interact with the cat more using treats or interactive toys, and try to reduce the cat's stress.
The activity of the Golden Chinchilla gradually decreases after adulthood, and the time for sleeping and eating is relatively fixed. The Golden Chinchilla with full fur needs to be groomed by the owner daily and cared for regularly. Spending 5 minutes a day to take care of the fur of the Golden Chinchilla can greatly reduce shedding. As one of the long-haired cat breeds, the Golden Chinchilla often needs to eat hairball paste or cat grass to help the gastrointestinal tract remove hairballs.
The Golden Chinchilla is clean, recognizes its owner and its name. It likes to eat in clean places and does not eat leftovers. It prefers dry and bright places. As a rare purebred cat, they are relatively more delicate than domestic cats. Their climbing and jumping abilities are relatively weak, but they still maintain the curiosity that cats have and are particularly sensitive to objects such as cat wands and small flying insects. Cats are afraid of water, and most Golden Chinchillas don't like water either. However, Golden Chinchillas that are accustomed to bathing from a young age can tolerate showers, tub baths, and even the noise from hair dryers. To ensure the health of their skin, they should be bathed once every 10 days or so.
1. Relax the cat: Before grooming, you can first provide the cat with a massage service. Wait until the kitten starts purring before proceeding 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. Comb along the direction of hair growth, from top to bottom.
3. Comb from chest to abdomen: Hold the cat and sit it on your lap in a human-like position, comb from top to bottom. The cat's belly is more sensitive, so when combing, the owner must be quick and accurate.
4. Comb the cat's head and around the face: You can comb from the cat's head or face towards the neck, be careful with the cat's eyes while combing.
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