The Siamese Cat, originating from Thailand, is named the Siamese Cat and is a world-famous breed of short-haired cats and a representative breed of short-haired cats.
The Siamese Cat is a well-known pet cat with a strong and active personality. It is intelligent, agile, curious, and enjoys being with people. It can adapt well to the climate of its owner's location and is loyal and affectionate to its owner. It requires continuous care and attention from its owner. If forced to separate from its owner, it may become depressed and die.
The Siamese Cat has a loud voice, which is quite unique or sounds like a child's cry.
Siamese cats originated in the 14th century. Over 200 years ago, these precious cats were only kept in the palace and major temples in Thailand. They are a noble breed of cats that never leave their homes.
In 1884, Siamese cats were first brought to England. When the consul of the British Embassy in Thailand resigned his post, he brought back a royal gift from Thailand - a Siamese cat with seal points - and brought it to England. It immediately gained the love of many cat lovers in England. The following year, this cat appeared at the Crystal Palace Cat Show in the outskirts of London, causing a sensation. It was introduced to the United States in 1920 and then spread worldwide.
Siamese Cat, as a famous pet cat, is strong and active, curious and can understand humans well. It can adapt to the climate conditions of its owner's location. It loves its owner loyally and affectionately. If forcibly separated from its owner, it may become depressed and die. It is suitable for families with children, elderly people, or people who love pets. However, due to its unique and loud voice, Siamese Cat is not very suitable for apartment living, as it can easily disturb others.
1. Soft Stools and Diarrhea
Cats often experience soft stools and diarrhea. Normal stools should be a brownish color, firm in texture, well-formed, and moderately moist.
Causes: Cold, change in diet, poor food quality, stress reaction, parasites, etc.
Symptoms: Soft, sticky, shapeless, watery stools.
Solution: If it is caused by parasites, it is recommended to deworm the cat. If it is caused by stress reactions such as adapting to a new environment, there is no need to worry, it is recommended to observe for a few days. As for diet-related reasons, avoid frequently changing cat food to reduce gastrointestinal burden. In addition, pay attention to controlling the amount of food, feed the cat on a regular schedule, and ensure clean and fresh drinking water. Avoid feeding the cat mineral water as it can cause urinary stones.
2. Depression
Cats are sensitive animals and depression is a common condition.
Causes: Lack of companionship, loss of a partner, abuse, prolonged restriction of activity, etc.
Symptoms: Loss of appetite, lying around all day, hiding, sensitive and irritable, timid.
Solution: Cat depression is a psychological problem, so it is recommended for the owner to spend more time with the cat. In daily life, interactive with the cat using treats or cat toys, and try to minimize the cat's stress.
Hygiene: Because cats have a lot of fur, they are prone to carrying various bacteria and parasites. To protect the health of both the cat and the owner, the cat should be bathed and the fur trimmed regularly;
Diet: Different cats have different food preferences. Owners should not choose cat food from the market arbitrarily for the sake of convenience. They should carefully select cat food based on the breed, growth condition, and physical condition of the cat. They should also prepare dedicated tableware 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. Cats should also receive regular physical examinations and vaccinations. Only when a cat is in good health can it have the energy to play with its owner;
Safety: There is a saying that "curiosity kills the cat". Cats are active animals and are very curious about various things. Moreover, their nature makes them particularly fond of entering enclosed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, and lids to prevent cats from entering potential dangers;
Living space: Cats prefer to lie down and sleep. Therefore, as an owner, you should prepare a small cushion for it to sleep on. After using these cushions for a long time, they may be contaminated with bacteria, so you must pay attention to cleaning and disinfection at all times;
Cat litter: The problem of pets defecating anywhere has troubled many pet owners. However, cats are actually very clean animals. As long as the owner provides cat litter, the cat will go to the litter box to defecate on its own;
Cats are creatures that cannot be forced. When the owner forces it to do something, it becomes annoyed. Therefore, owners should trim the cat's claws regularly to prevent scratches and infections when playing with the cat.
Grooming time: recommended once every three days
1. Relax the cat: Before grooming, you can give the cat a massage, and when the kitten purrs, proceed with the following work;
2. Comb along the fur: From the back → waist → buttocks → tail; you can wet the cat's fur with a small amount of water to reduce static electricity, comb along the direction of hair growth, and comb from top to bottom;
3. Comb from the chest to the abdomen: Hold the cat and sit on your lap in a human position, comb from top to bottom. The cat's belly is more sensitive, so the cat owner must comb quickly and accurately when grooming.
4. Comb the cat's head and the area around the face: You can comb from the cat's head or face towards the neck, be careful with the cat's eyes when combing.
5. Hair under the armpits and abdomen: At this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift the cat's front paws, and comb from the armpits to the side of the abdomen.
6. Finally, use a comb to comb again, remove excess hair, straighten the cat's fur, and finish the entire work.
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