A must-read guide for novice cat owners (Part 2)

Common Q&A for novice cat owners!

(I) Kittens or adult cats?

I think there is no standard answer to this question. Your own thoughts and preferences are also important.

Do you want to build a revolutionary relationship with a kitten? Or adopt an adult cat with a fully mature and stable personality and appearance?

Do you like the surprise brought by uncertainty? Or welcome a pet that better fits your lifestyle?

(II) Is it better to have a male or female cat?

Some people think that male cats are more mischievous and female cats are more quiet and well-behaved, but I personally think that many things are not so absolute.

The development of a cat's personality is determined by innate factors and the acquired environment and experience, and it cannot be predicted by the difference between male and female.

In terms of appearance, male cats are usually larger, but other than that, I will maintain a more open attitude and give them a comfortable, stable and relaxing environment, so that each cat can develop its own unique personality. Boys and girls are equally good.

Some people think that male cats are more mischievous and female cats are more quiet and well-behaved, but I personally think that many things are not so absolute.

The development of a cat's personality is determined by innate factors and the acquired environment and experience, and it cannot be predicted by the difference between male and female.

In terms of appearance, male cats are usually larger, but other than that, I will maintain a more open attitude and give them a comfortable, stable and relaxing environment, so that each cat can develop its own unique personality. Boys and girls are equally good.

(III) What kind of cat is suitable for beginners?

I think beginners can keep a cat with a lower incidence of health problems, and the conditions we can control more are "pure breed cats" vs "mixed breed cats".

In terms of probability, some "pure breed cats" are indeed more difficult to take care of or are prone to illness. For example, the long hair of "Persian cats" requires time and effort to groom, and they also have a higher probability of suffering from "polycystic kidney disease" and causing kidney problems.

"Fold ear cats" and "Munchkins" also have a high probability of having joint and movement abnormalities (chondrodysplasia) at a young age.

The congenital diseases of pure breed cats can be studied in advance. I hope pet owners will not only focus on the appearance of cats. The probability of "mixed breed cats" encountering congenital diseases will be greatly reduced. I think it is very suitable for beginners to cultivate feelings from an early age.

(IV) How to train a cat to be more affectionate?

This trait is probably impossible to train.

I think pet owners should respect the characteristics and personality of each cat, rather than lamenting "Why don't you let me hold you?"

If pet owners can relax, know how to observe and respect the preferences of cats, and let cats stay around you naturally and actively, this is the best way.

(V) The cat feels bored at home, should I help it find a companion?

You must be careful about this matter, remember to think from the cat's perspective!

In fact, most cats are not used to and like to share their resources with other cats, and a cat can live well alone!

If you are worried that the cat is bored, you should actually think about how to accompany it attentively within a limited time, consume its physical strength and energy, and meet its need for human attention. This will be of great help!

(VI) What is the healthiest food for cats?

There are many kinds of cat food on the market now, and on the Internet, you can see different factions advocating "XXX is the healthiest" and "YYY will make you sick".

My view on this information is always "there is no best food, only the most suitable food". As long as the food meets the following points, it is a food suitable for your cat.

• Cats like to eat
• Enough calories eaten every day
• Balanced nutrition
• Safe
• You must learn to cultivate your own confidence and judgment so that you will not feel anxious because of too much information on the Internet.