Beware of autumn! What are the dangers for a cat?
Autumn brings more than just golden leaves. Along with it comes seasonal challenges for our four-legged friends.
How can autumn be dangerous for cats and how to protect your pet from trouble? We will discuss in the article.
- Danger number 1. The cat can get lost
This risk exists at any time of the year. But by autumn, we begin to return from holidays, we move from villages or dachas back to the city. While the owner is busy collecting and loading things, the cat can slip away and prolong its “vacation” in nature.
What to do?
– Transport your pet in a secure shipping container.
– Do not leave your cat unattended outside the home.
– Eliminate the possibility of escaping from the summer cottage.
– Put a collar with an address on the cat.
- Danger number 2. The cat may lack nutrients and energy
In autumn, it is better to slightly increase the calorie content of the cat’s diet, but without fanaticism, so that the cat does not gain excess weight. In the cold season, the cat will need more energy for thermoregulation. In addition, many cats shed heavily during the autumn months, and the body needs nutrients to restore a thick fur coat.
What to do?
– If necessary, increase the calorie content of the diet. It is better to coordinate the feeding rate with the veterinarian.
– Monitor the condition of the cat. She shouldn’t be overweight.
- Danger number 3. The cat may be poisoned
Before the summer season closes, homeowners often leave poison from rodents on their plots or in the area. Such “surprises” are very dangerous for our ponytails.
In cities, a cat can also meet with such a poison. When the cold comes, the rats move closer to the garbage chutes and entrances, and they can begin to cultivate the territory and spread baits. Be carefull.
What to do?
Don’t let your cat out on its own.
– Do not leave your cat outside unattended.
– Do not allow to pick up and eat something from the ground.
– Have a first aid kit on hand and know what to do in case of poisoning.
- Danger number 4. The cat can freeze
This is especially true for hairless cats. Until the heating is turned on in the houses, it can be very difficult for them.
What to do?
– Buy a warm bed and a heating pad so that the cat does not freeze.
– Look for special clothes for the cat. A cozy cat sweater will be a great gift!
– Do not let the cat lie on the cold floor or windowsill. You can put a blanket, pillow or couch on the windowsill.
– Protect from drafts.
– Dry thoroughly after bathing.
- Danger number 5. infections
Any cat can pick them up at any time of the year. But the “high season” falls on the beginning of autumn, because. in the off-season, the immunity of animals is weakened.
Diseases dangerous for a cat are calcivirosis (cat flu), viral rhinotracheitis, mycoplasmosis, chlamydia, panleukopenia.
They can be severe and lead to death. Any cat can become infected with them, even if it does not leave the apartment and does not come into contact with other animals. A person can bring the causative agent of the disease into the house on clothes or shoes.
What to do?
– Vaccinate your pet according to the schedule.
– If you feel unwell, contact your veterinarian immediately.
- Danger number 6. Ticks
Summer is leaving, but ticks remain. In autumn they are still dangerous. Some species remain active even at the first frost.
What to do?
– If the cat is in nature, treat it regularly for ticks.
All this is unpleasant. But if you are vigilant, a pleasant autumn is guaranteed for your cat!
