Raising a cat is a responsibility, and you need to be responsible for the health and happiness of the cat. However, some cat-raising practices that may appear to be out of love can actually cause serious harm to your cat. Here are some cat practices that veterinarians strongly recommend avoiding.

Declawing is a highly controversial surgery that actually removes the bones at the end of a cat’s toes. Not only is this a very painful process, but it can permanently change your cat's way of walking and natural behavior, potentially leading to joint problems, behavioral issues, and ongoing pain. The correct approach is to trim your cat's claws regularly and provide objects with which to rub the claws, such as scratching posts.

PS: It’s such a cruel operation, even more uncomfortable than “Mickey Ears”! (Imagine connecting the fingers to the heart, this operation is equivalent to cutting off the cat’s fingers...)

2. Shaving the cat in the summer and wearing cotton clothes in the winter

Many cats Owners believe that shaving cats in summer can help them cool down, but this is actually a misunderstanding. Cat's hair not only keeps warm, but also protects the skin from direct sunlight and external damage. Shaving your cat's hair removes this natural layer of protection, increasing the risk of sunburn and skin diseases.

The correct approach is to keep your home cool, provide plenty of drinking water, and let the cat adjust its body temperature by itself. The same goes for wearing cotton-padded clothes for cats in winter. Unless there are special circumstances, such as extremely cold air, or going out, the temperature at home is actually enough for cats to be comfortable, so there is no need to cover them tightly!

PS: If conditions permit, you can prepare a constant-temperature cat nest for your cat! And shaved cats are more likely to be beaten in a multi-cat household!

3. Take your cat outside to play

While some cats may enjoy outdoor adventures, for most domestic cats, the outdoor environment is full of unknown risks, such as vehicles, predators, and disease. Sudden outdoor activities can also cause significant stress for cats. If you want to keep your cat exposed to the outdoors, consider using a cat carrier for supervised outdoor play in a safe environment.

4. Bathe your cat frequently

Cats usually don’t need to be bathed frequently because they have very good self-cleaning abilities. Frequent bathing is not only stressful for cats, it can also damage the natural oils in their skin, causing dryness and irritation. Frequent bathing of cats is not recommended unless advised by a veterinarian or if the cat needs to be cleaned for a specific reason (such as soiling).

Overfeeding cats and turning them into so-called "chubby" cats may look cute, but it is actually extremely harmful to their health. Obese cats are prone to diabetes, joint disease, and other health problems. Your cat should be given a balanced diet based on your veterinarian's advice and your cat's weight management needs, and make sure they get enough exercise.

6. Not vaccinating and deworming cats

Some owners may think that the cats in their homes are very clean and have never gone out, so they will not be infected with any diseases or parasites. worms, so there is no need to vaccinate or deworm it.

In fact, this is also a very dangerous approach. Whether indoors or outdoors, cats may come into contact with some animals or objects that carry viruses or parasites, such as mice, birds, insects, grass, etc. Also like the soles of your shoes, or on your body.

I hope you haven’t touched any of the above. If there are more than one, then you should pay attention to your cat’s health!