Easy tips for cat pet sitting
Pets are known to give company to many loners. They are a source of joy to most households and soon become an integral part of the family. Recent surveys have revealed that most citizens of United States prefer to have cats as pets. But for people who are including these creatures for the first time, the initial phase is not very smooth sailing as cats are known to be very complicated creatures to understand and therefore the masters may face some kind of confusion regarding the best approach to deal with them.
By nature cats are known to be very independent. They are one of those species who love to be their own masters. Hence they do not accept the authority of their owners. In comparison dogs are more loyal as they are genetically more adaptable to follow instructions and thus they can easily be trained to follow instructions and accept the authority of the master. Molding a dog in a behavior frame is much easier than molding a cat. We just have to accept the fact that most cats may seem defiant as compared to dogs.
The cats do not always follow what is told to them. They are their own masters. They seem very ungrateful and troublesome sometimes. They have their own mood swings, for example if they are not in a mood to be cuddled then they will not come near you or let you come near them to be cuddled. If they are in a mood to be petted or played with then you can expect them to come close to you. Unlike dogs, who easily get familiar with an unknown person, cats are of a different nature and take time to take on you. Do not expect to be taken on quickly by a cat. You cannot force a cat to get friendly with you. You have to ensure that you are taking good care of them by giving them food and medicines as prescribed and keeping their spot clean. It will take time for them to grow use to you. Once they are use to you, you will see them coming to you on their own.
If you feel the cat has too many hairballs and is indulging in too much self-grooming then you should ask the owner to consult a doctor and ask for medication. These remedies allow the hairball to pass through the digestive system of the cat but remain unsuccessful in removing them. However, they ensure that the chocking is prevented.
If you observe even a little change in the behavior of the cat from the usual behavior then it is an imperative task to convey the same to the owner. You can understand the nature and behavior of the cat only through a keen observation of what it does and how it does it to avoid all sorts of suspicion.
If you are a pet sitter then you are responsible for the animal in the absence of the owners. Hence, if you see that there is any modification in the actions of the cat then you must not waste time in getting in touch with the owner who would be more well versed with the moods and behavior of his pet. But while the cat is in your care it becomes your responsibility to look after it well. Have an eagle's eye watch on the pet and if anything seems untoward then do not hesitate to take professional and medical help.
Like humans cats too listen to the voice of their biological clock and hence they will eat only when they are hungry. Therefore expecting them to eat when you serve would be foolish. Just like humans do at times, a cat too may be overfull and one should not panic if the cat skips a meal, in case it happens consistently then you may try to make some changes and seek help. You may hit the panic button if the cat does not eat any of her meals for an entire day.
Another indiscernible habit of cats is their sleeping pattern. Because they are so free willed they love to explore endlessly. So if an owner sets his cat free A cat that spends a major part of its day outside will be exhausted when it finally returns. However, if the cat tends to sleep all day long, without any kind of physical exertion, it might be better to take it up with the cat owner.
By nature cats are known to be very independent. They are one of those species who love to be their own masters. Hence they do not accept the authority of their owners. In comparison dogs are more loyal as they are genetically more adaptable to follow instructions and thus they can easily be trained to follow instructions and accept the authority of the master. Molding a dog in a behavior frame is much easier than molding a cat. We just have to accept the fact that most cats may seem defiant as compared to dogs.
The cats do not always follow what is told to them. They are their own masters. They seem very ungrateful and troublesome sometimes. They have their own mood swings, for example if they are not in a mood to be cuddled then they will not come near you or let you come near them to be cuddled. If they are in a mood to be petted or played with then you can expect them to come close to you. Unlike dogs, who easily get familiar with an unknown person, cats are of a different nature and take time to take on you. Do not expect to be taken on quickly by a cat. You cannot force a cat to get friendly with you. You have to ensure that you are taking good care of them by giving them food and medicines as prescribed and keeping their spot clean. It will take time for them to grow use to you. Once they are use to you, you will see them coming to you on their own.
If you feel the cat has too many hairballs and is indulging in too much self-grooming then you should ask the owner to consult a doctor and ask for medication. These remedies allow the hairball to pass through the digestive system of the cat but remain unsuccessful in removing them. However, they ensure that the chocking is prevented.
If you observe even a little change in the behavior of the cat from the usual behavior then it is an imperative task to convey the same to the owner. You can understand the nature and behavior of the cat only through a keen observation of what it does and how it does it to avoid all sorts of suspicion.
If you are a pet sitter then you are responsible for the animal in the absence of the owners. Hence, if you see that there is any modification in the actions of the cat then you must not waste time in getting in touch with the owner who would be more well versed with the moods and behavior of his pet. But while the cat is in your care it becomes your responsibility to look after it well. Have an eagle's eye watch on the pet and if anything seems untoward then do not hesitate to take professional and medical help.
Like humans cats too listen to the voice of their biological clock and hence they will eat only when they are hungry. Therefore expecting them to eat when you serve would be foolish. Just like humans do at times, a cat too may be overfull and one should not panic if the cat skips a meal, in case it happens consistently then you may try to make some changes and seek help. You may hit the panic button if the cat does not eat any of her meals for an entire day.
Another indiscernible habit of cats is their sleeping pattern. Because they are so free willed they love to explore endlessly. So if an owner sets his cat free A cat that spends a major part of its day outside will be exhausted when it finally returns. However, if the cat tends to sleep all day long, without any kind of physical exertion, it might be better to take it up with the cat owner.
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