Kitten 2-12 months

Cats usually live for around 13-17 years. A monthly check will help you detect health problems early on. Do keep this five-step home health check handy

Kittens are considered to be ‘adult’ cats at 12 months of age.  The average life expectancy varies greatly depending on breed, lifestyle, health and activity levels, it is generally about 12-14 years but many cats live a lot longer than this and some even reach their 20’s.

Cats are unique and have different nutritional requirements to humans. As ‘Obligate Carnivores’,  meat is essential for their survival.  Therefore, your cat’s daily diet must contain Taurine and other essential nutrients that are only found in meat.

No, cats cannot eat dog food. Cats have unique dietary requires and unlike dogs, cats are obligate carnivores, this means that they have to eat meat in order to survive. Taurine and Arginine are essential nutrients that need to be consumed daily by a cat and they are found only in meat.

All cats are born explorers with a strong sense of curiosity. Many cats stay content indoors, but some, especially males, find the outdoors too tempting to ignore.

Regular home health checks may not necessarily help you avoid trips to the vet. However, they will help you identify an issue early on and prevent its escalation. In the eventuality if there’s a problem you can ensure that it is treated properly. Obviously, you have to combine these checks with a lot of love and affection!

If you have to carry your cat over a long distance, or just visit the vet, carriers come in handy and are extremely practical. When you have to make a choice, here are a few options you can look at...

If you plan to take your cat for a walk, then you definitely need a harness. Unlike dogs, who can easily go for a walk with a collar and leash, cats do not recognize such accessories.

A clean shiny coat is a sign of good health and nutrition. By grooming your cat, you can help her coat grow and shine well. It is best to get your cat used to this when she is a young kitten.