Point color short-haired cats, whose ancestors are Siamese cats, are bred from Siamese cats. They have blue eyes, a short and fat body, and shorter backs and legs.
In the 1980s, after crossbreeding with British Shorthairs, the coat color of Siamese cats combined with British Shorthairs. Their kittens have a quieter temperament compared to Siamese cats and have a similar body shape. Currently, the body shape of this breed is still being improved, aiming to breed cats with excellent color and quality.
The ancestor of the Burmese cat is a brown cat brought from Burma to the United States in 1930. It was first bred by Dr. Thompson by mating it with the American Shorthair. This cat has many enthusiasts in the United States.
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1, Cat ringworm
Cat ringworm is a common skin disease in cats, which is simply a fungal infection.
Etiology: Kittens with poor physique are more prone to ringworm. Another type is fungal infection caused by warm and humid living environment.
Symptoms: The most common locations are ears and chin, where small patches of ringworm, hair loss, dry flakes on the surface, and severe skin ulcers and large bald spots can occur.
Solution: Isolation first—shave off the hair (shave off the hair near the ringworm, one is convenient for applying the medicine, and the other is to prevent the fungus from spreading.)—oral medication (commonly used are itraconazole/fluconazole/griseofulvin)—topical ointment (ketoconazole cream/miconazole cream/triethyl terephthalate Cream/Peterfen spray, remember to follow the doctor's advice before use)—medicated bath (ketoconazole lotion/miconazole lotion, keep for 1-2 weeks until recovery)—Increase nutrition (cats infected with ringworm, mostly have some problems with resistance, need to increase nutrition, cook a little chicken breast + carrots)—More sun (Sunshine and ventilation can help kill bacteria)
2, Cat flu
Cat flu is also one of the common diseases, and kittens with weak physique are more prone to it.
Etiology: A bacterium called a strain of herpesvirus invades the cat's respiratory tract, and this virus attaches to the cat's trachea and begins to damage their respiratory system.
Symptoms: Increased body temperature, mucus around the nose, frequent sneezing, a large amount of secretion around the eyes, and severe conjunctivitis.
Solution: When it is not too serious in the early stage, taking lysine and using anti-viral eye drops. It is recommended that kittens be vaccinated, so they are less likely to get cat flu. The virus that causes cat flu has strong vitality, so do a good job of disinfecting the whole house, and formaldehyde and phenol can be used for disinfection.
3, Vomiting
Cat vomiting is also common. Sometimes, cats will vomit their vomit as a protective mechanism, and usually it will be better after vomiting.
Cause: Inhaling too much hair, indigestion, eating foreign objects, changing food too quickly, catching a cold, gastroenteritis can cause it.
Symptoms: Hair and mucus in the vomit; or vomiting food, vomiting yellow water and white foam, and so on.
Solution: If the cat vomits hair, it is recommended to buy some hair cream or cat grass for the cat to eat.
When the cat vomits, it is recommended to let the cat fast for a day, give it some warm water to drink, and then feed it some pet probiotics to regulate the flora. If the cat vomit stops, you can feed it a small amount of softened cat food or canned food with more soup and easily digestible food. If the vomiting condition does not improve, it is recommended to seek medical attention.
Health: Because cats have more hair, they are prone to carrying various bacteria and fleas. For the health of cats and owners, cats should be bathed and groomed regularly;
Diet: Different cats have different preferences for food. Owners should not randomly choose cat food from the market for convenience. They should carefully select cat food based on the type of cat, growth situation, and physical condition, and prepare dedicated tableware for cats;
Health: Like humans, cats 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 performed on cats. Only when a cat is physically healthy, it has the energy to play with its owner;
Safety: There is a saying, "Curiosity kills the cat." Cats are restless creatures and are always very curious about various things. Moreover, their nature makes them particularly fond of entering closed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, and lids to prevent cats from getting into potential dangers;
Living area: Cats love to lie down and sleep, so as an owner, you should prepare a small cushion for it to sleep on. However, these cushions will accumulate a lot of bacteria after being used by cats for a long time, so you must pay attention to cleaning and disinfecting them at any time;
Cat litter: The problem of pets defecating everywhere has troubled many pet lovers. But actually, cats are very clean animals, so as long as the owner provides them with cat litter, they will go to the cat litter box to defecate on their own;
Cats are creatures that cannot be forced. When the owner forces them to do something, they become annoying. Therefore, owners should regularly trim the cat's nails to prevent being scratched and infected 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 service. Wait until the kitten purrs before proceeding with the following work.
2. Comb along the hair: From the back → waist → buttocks → tail; when combing, you can wet the cat's hair with a small amount of water to reduce the generation of static electricity. Comb along the direction of hair growth, combing from top to bottom.
3. Comb from the chest to the abdomen: Lift 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 grooming, the cat owner should be quick and accurate.
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.
5. Underarms and the hair on the abdomen: At this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift up the cat's front paw, and comb the side from the armpit to the abdomen.
6. Finally, use a fine-toothed comb for further grooming, remove excess hair, and straighten the cat's fur, completing the whole process.
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