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Some useful advice for cat owners
Diet
Cats are carnivore and should not be fed a vegetarian diet or on dog food. Dog food doesn't contain the correct nutrients for felines.
Tooth Problems
We find that elderly cats who may be missing teeth cope well with Felix Supermeat. The texture is similar to a paté food, easy to chew, and if it is fed on a flat plate, rather than in a bowl, it is easier for them to eat.
Lilies
Lilies are extremely poisonous to cats. It is not only the ingestion of the plant that can cause illness in cats, brushing past the flower and then grooming the pollen from the fur can also have the same effect. Signs of poisoning can include continued vomiting, blindness, paralysis, renal failure, coma and death. See our links page for more information on poisonous plants.
Dealing with an injured cat
Do not move an injured cat unless it is necessary for their own safety, or advised to do so by a Vet. If you need to, place a board, tray or coat behind the cat, gently slip both hands; palms facing upwards, under his shoulders and hindquarters and slide him onto it, taking care not to disturb the Cats position in case of injury. Cats Protection have a First Aid for Cats leaflet. Visit their site from the links page.
Sunburn
White and paler cats are most likelyto suffer from sunburn, especially on the ears and nose. Your Vet will be able to recommend a sunscreen to use. Always have a shady retreat handy to shelter from the sun, especially when at its strongest in the middle of the day.
Play
Most cats will get a lot of fun from the simplest of toys. Roll some newspaper into a small ball and a cat will be amused for ages. Large paper bags or empty cardboard boxes are irresistible to most cats. Even a flat newspaper (especially of you are trying to read it) will give an inquisitive cat some fun. However, remember that cats will get their toys into the wrong places. If you have a cat that throws toys into the air, ensure that items like toasters are never left plugged in!