How to get a healthy kitten?

Inspection of a kitten

Before buying, you should carefully examine the kitten. It is important that he is at least 12 weeks old. It is by this time that the need for mother’s milk disappears, and the kitten can eat solid food on its own. In addition, by three months, deviations, if any, can be quite confidently identified.

The anus area should be clean and dry, and there should be no mucus or stains on the inside of the ears. The kitten’s coat should be free of bald patches, and there should be no pus or mucus in the corners of the eyes. Eyes, like ears, should be clean, and the tip of the nose should be moist.

Kitten behavior

The behavior of a potential pet can tell a lot. Fear of human touch, fear, plaintive squeaking and a desire to hide are negative signs. At this age, the kitten should already be able to wash themselves and go to the tray. When he gets to a new place of residence, you should pay special attention to the chair and appetite. Lack of interest in food, as well as too much appetite, should alert you. In the latter case, there is a possibility that the kitten is infected with worms. A kitten that ignores food is most likely sick and needs veterinary attention.

A healthy kitten is almost always cheerful, playful and inquisitive. Sociability is characteristic of him, so it will be useful to spend an hour or two with him before buying.

Kitten vaccination

The breeder must inform the buyer whether the kitten has been vaccinated in a timely manner. Responsible breeders rarely sell unvaccinated kittens, but if this does happen, you will have to take care of the vaccination yourself. If the kitten is vaccinated, you need to find out whether the vaccination was single or double. If a re-vaccination has not been done, this will need to be done independently, since the first vaccination is nothing more than preparation, while it is the second one that gives real protection.

If you follow the above rules, then most likely you will get a healthy and cheerful pet.

11 2017 June

Updated: December 21, 2017

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