Getting And Caring For Exotic Shorthair Kittens

By Andrew Brown


You may have hobbies which you indulge in after work, but sometimes even these may not occupy your time. To avoid getting bored and lonely, you can get pet exotic shorthair kittens. These felines will occupy themselves during the day, and you will have something to fuss over when you get home. Young animals are delicate, and therefore, you need to know as much as possible about their care, before you buy or adopt one.

You can get a kitten from numerous sources, but animal lovers and activists do not recommend some of these places. Unless you know the owner of your local pet store extremely well, it is better to adopt a pet from a rescue center. These shelters are extremely crowded, especially between May and October, and if you are meticulous, you will get the feline breed you want.

Every feline has the distinct traits that make it easy to identify, and this also applies to crossbreed. With exotic short hairs, you should see a chubby cat with short but thick fur. Typically, it should resemble both parent breeds. In case one is scared of ending up with a kitten of a different breed, apart from just doing research, he or she should consult with an expert.

Book an appointment with a veterinary, once you have arranged the adoption of your kitten. This person should be reputable, and they will assess the well-being of your cat. They will tell of any illnesses you need to be on the lookout for, as well as the ideal foods to feed it. This is important because some breeds are genetically more susceptible to some diseases than others.

Although most young animals can naturally take care of themselves, there are still things they will need to learn from their mothers. Therefore, to avoid disrupting the life of your kitten too much, do not take them before they are at least ten weeks old. This way, they will know basic things like how to cover their excrement.

You will need to be fully prepared for living with a cat. This means you need to buy all the essential items, from toys for them to play with to a litter box. You may also need to make some changes around the home like getting rid of dangling cables and storing your things out of the reach of your feline companion.

Cats can clean themselves, but when they are young, you will need to step in. Their regular grooming will involve cleaning them to ensure they do not have fleas of ticks as well as brushing them, to prevent them from shedding all over your furniture. Start washing your cat from an early age to ease them into the routine. Avoid using heavily scented soaps for this.

The nature of these felines makes them great companions. They will not demand attention and due to their thick fur will not keep getting into your bed. Additionally, they are very calm yet playful making them ideal pets for people of all ages and temperaments. These felines may not have long fur but they have thick coats and therefore may not be appropriate for people with allergies.




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