News and events Latest news How to improve your Cat's health National Cat Health Month! 🐈 February is a month full of education about animal health and well-being. Today, we would like to focus on Cat health and what we can do to improve it. Cats can be very complex beings, and are very good at hiding when they are feeling under the weather. Water intake Water intake. Cats are known to be difficult when it comes to their waterintake. It is recommended for them to have wet meat in the diet to help substitute for the lack of drinking. But, encouraging them to use water fountains, and even soaking their kibble in warm water or pet-specific chicken broth is a great alternative too. This will help prevent the kidney issues that can be quite prevalent in cats. Dental Disease Another common issue is dental disease. We, as pet owners, should be checking our animals' teeth regularly - as well as doing our best to keep them clean! There are a few ways to do this: manually cleaning (with a toothbrush and paste), using catnip sticks, putting supplements into their water, and using dental-specific treats and food. Grooming Cats, although many do not tolerate it, do need a good groom. They are known for being clean animals and will often bathe themselves. However, they do still shed, and it would be helpful for owners to share the burden when it comes to coat care. Grooming equipment such as Zoom Grooms are fantastic for your shorter-furred cats. It's amazing how much it can make an impact. Your long-furred cats will need regular grooming, regardless, to help prevent matting. Matting is extremely painful, and you will likely need to seek veterinary advice. DO NOT try to cut a mat out yourself; this can be very dangerous. Cat skin is very taut, and one nick can turn into a large hole. To make this easier for you, work with your cats regularly to keep them familiar with grooming. Include treats or a lickmat to encourage positive associations. Manage Cookie Preferences