🇲🇾Welcome Newbie Cat Owner🐱

🌟 Cat Care Guide 🌟

Calling all cat lovers! Here's a guide to being a pro cat parent and navigating the feline world with ease! 🐾

💖 Getting Ready for the Adventure 💖

Before trying to understand how cats think, arm yourself with lots of patience. Cats are playful and might need you to call their name a few times before they respond. Being a cat parent is a big responsibility, so make sure you have plenty of patience to spare.

🧹 Keeping Things Clean 🧹

Cleaning the litter box is a must for every cat parent. Cat poop can be smelly, and your room might carry a faint cat litter scent. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove cat hair; it's effective and hygienic. Cats love to scratch sofas, so having a cat scratcher can help protect your furniture.

🏡 Preparing for Your Cat 🏡

🔸 Seal your windows to keep your curious cat safe.

🔸 Have detergents and laundry soap ready for any odors.

🔸 Get a portable cat carrier for outings or bringing your cat home.

🔸 Choose stainless steel, elevated ceramic bowls for easy cleaning and to protect your cat's neck.

🔸 Opt for a large litter box to give your cat more space.

🌟 Bringing Your Cat Home 🌟

Make sure your cat is dewormed; indoor cats need it every three months, while outdoor cats should be dewormed monthly. Observe your cat closely after bringing them home to prevent stress-induced illnesses.

😻 Cat Vaccinations 💉

Always deworm before vaccinating.

Cost: RM40-70

Vaccines: Usually a 4-in-1 including

A) Feline rhinotracheitis

B) Feline panleukopenia

C) Feline calicivirus

D) Chlamydia psittaci

The first three vaccines (A, B, C) are given every month.

The fourth vaccine (D) is given one year after completing the initial three.

After the full vaccination course, administer a booster shot annually, followed by a booster every three years.

Before vaccination: Ensure your cat is healthy and avoid bathing for two weeks.

After vaccination: Monitor for fever, vomiting, diarrhea, bowel movements, and appetite for one week; no bathing for two weeks.

Ready to embark on your cat-loving journey? 🐱💕

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