7 Accidental Ways You May Be Hurting Your Cat | Tips to Keep Them Safe

🐾Choosing the wrong litter box and placing it in a confining or inconvenient location can lead to avoidance or anxiety in cats.

🍽️Not controlling your cat's weight can increase the risk of health issues like obesity, diabetes, and arthritis.

🧴Using toxic cleaning products in your home can expose your cat to harmful chemicals through their paws and licking.

🚿Bathing and over-grooming your cat may cause unnecessary stress and interfere with their natural scent and grooming routine.

🐛Assuming indoor cats don't need dewormers can leave them vulnerable to parasites like heartworm and tapeworms.

How can I create a cat-friendly litter box?

—Choose a spacious litter box, avoid placing it in confined or inconvenient locations, and keep it clean to encourage proper use.

What can I do to control my cat's weight?

—Provide discrete meals multiple times a day, avoid leaving out a bowl of dry food, and consider a high-moisture diet.

Which cleaning products should I avoid using around my cat?

—Avoid products containing bleach, ammonia, or harsh chemicals. Opt for non-toxic and pet-friendly cleaners.

How often should I groom my cat?

—Brush your cat's fur once a week or every other day, but avoid excessive bathing or over-grooming to maintain their natural scent and grooming routine.

Do indoor cats need dewormers?

—Yes, indoor cats can still encounter parasites like heartworm and tapeworms through insects, mice, or fleas. Regular deworming and check-ups with a vet are recommended.

00:00Introduction: Confessions of a worried cat owner and the importance of avoiding unintentional harm to cats.

02:40Mistake 1: Choosing the wrong litter box and placing it in inconvenient or confining locations.

06:10Mistake 2: Not controlling your cat's weight, leading to health issues like obesity and diabetes.

10:15Mistake 3: Using toxic cleaning products in your home that can harm your cat through paw contact and ingestion.

15:39Mistake 4: Bathing and over-grooming your cat, causing stress and interfering with their natural scent and grooming routine.

19:24Mistake 5: Assuming indoor cats don't need dewormers, leaving them vulnerable to parasites like heartworm and tapeworms.