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How to Keep Your Cat Healthy
In this Article
1. Feed your cat a nutritious diet
2. Spay or neuter your cat
3. Vaccinate your cat
4. Protect your cat from parasites
5. Schedule vet check-ups twice a year
1. Feed your cat a nutritious diet
Nourish your cat with high-quality protein sources, found in most premium pet foods.
Choose a food made for your cat’s life stage, whether kitten, adult or senior.
Consult your vet if your cat shows signs of food sensitivity.
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2. Spay or neuter your cat
Spaying or neutering is a safe, routine surgical procedure that prevents unwanted kittens and reduces your pet’s risk of certain cancers.
Cats should be spayed or neutered when they’re about four to six months old.
Even indoor cats should be spayed or neutered.
3. Vaccinate your cat
Vaccines protect your cat from a variety of illnesses, some of them deadly.
The process should begin when your cat is a kitten — or as soon as possible after your cat joins your family — and include regular boosters.
Ask your vet which shots are appropriate for your pet.
4. Protect your cat from parasites
Fleas, worms and other parasites can cause illness, deplete nutrients and, in some cases, can be passed to humans.
Commit to keeping your pet parasite-free with regular flea-and-tick and deworming treatments.
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5. Schedule vet check-ups twice a year
Cats age faster than humans. Two annual vet visits will help keep your cat well and identify health issues before they can become more serious.
Contact your vet if your cat develops any health problems or unusual symptoms between check-ups.
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In this Article
1. Feed your cat a nutritious diet
2. Spay or neuter your cat
3. Vaccinate your cat
4. Protect your cat from parasites
5. Schedule vet check-ups twice a year
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