Japanese Bobtail

Japanese Bobtail, also known as Japanese short-tailed cat. It has a history of about a thousand years in Japan and is a breed that originated from a genetic mutation.

The tail of the Japanese Bobtail is only about 10 centimeters long, making it one of the shortest-tailed cat breeds, along with the Manx cat.

Among Japanese Bobtails, tricolor cats are the most popular, but there are also many red and white cats and white cats. The appearance of the beckoning cat is derived from the Japanese Bobtail. The Japanese consider this cat to be a symbol of luck, so many families keep them as pets.

Japanese Bobtails are intelligent, clever, gentle, and have beautiful voices. They are robust, agile, and have a strong adaptability to the environment. Male cats are steady and generous, while female cats are elegant and noble. They are omnivorous and easy to raise as pets.

This breed of cat is a variety that originated from a genetic mutation. The Japanese Bobtail has a history of about a thousand years in Japan, and some believe it was introduced to Japan from China or Korea more than 1000 years ago.

Recommended for cat lovers

1. Soft Stool and Diarrhea

Soft stool and diarrhea are common conditions in cats. Normal stool should be brownish-yellow, well-formed, and moderately moist.

Causes: Catching a cold, changing diet, poor food quality, stress reactions, parasites, etc.

Symptoms: Loose, sticky, unformed, watery stool.

Solution: If it is caused by parasites, it is recommended to deworm the cat. If it is a stress reaction due to a new environment, there is no need to worry, it is recommended to observe for a few more days. In terms of diet, do not frequently change cat food to reduce gastrointestinal burden. Also, pay attention to portion control, feed small meals multiple times a day, and feed at fixed times and quantities. Regarding water intake, keep it clean and fresh, and do not give the cat mineral water, as it is prone to urinary stones.

2. Depression

Cats are sensitive animals and depression is a common condition.

Causes: Lack of companionship, loss of a companion, abuse, long-term confinement, etc.

Symptoms: Loss of appetite, spending all day lying down, hiding, sensitive and irritable, timid.

Solution: Cat depression is a mental problem, and it is recommended that the cat owner spend more time with the cat. You can interact with the cat more often using treats or a cat teaser on regular days to reduce the cat's stress as much as possible.

Hygiene: Because cats have more hair, they are prone to carry various bacteria and fleas. To ensure the health of cats and the owner, cats should be bathed and the hair should be combed regularly;

Diet: Different cats have different preferences for food. Owners should not randomly select cat food on the market for convenience. Cat food should be carefully selected based on the type, growth condition, and physical condition of the cat, and dedicated utensils should be prepared 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. Regular physical examinations and vaccinations should also be given to cats. Only when a cat is healthy, it has the energy to play with its owner;

Safety: There is a saying "curiosity killed the cat". Cats are restless and always have a great curiosity about everything. Their nature also makes them like to enter some enclosed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, and lids to prevent cats from being in potential danger;

Residence: Cats love to lie down and take a nap. Therefore, as an owner, you should prepare a small mat for it to sleep on. After a long period of use, these mats will accumulate a lot of bacteria, so you must pay attention to regularly cleaning and disinfecting them;

Cat litter: The problem of pets defecating everywhere has troubled many pet owners. But cats are actually very clean animals, so as long as the owner provides them with cat litter, the cat will go to the litter box to defecate on its own;

Cats are sensitive creatures. When the owner forces them to do something, they can become irritable. Therefore, owners should always trim the cat's nails to prevent scratches and infections when playing with them.

Grooming time: Recommended every three days

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

2. Brush along the hair: From the back → waist → hips → tail; moisten the cat's hair with a small amount of water during brushing to reduce static electricity. Brush in the direction of hair growth, from top to bottom;

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

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

5. Underarm and abdominal side hair: At this time, the cat can lie on its side, lift up its front paws, and brush from the underarms to the side of the abdomen;

6. Finally, use a comb to brush and remove excess hair, straighten the cat's fur, and finish the entire process.