posted by fmoore on Oct 29
holistic [hoh-lis-tik]
-adjective
identifying with principles of holism in a system of therapeutics, esp. one considered outside the mainstream of scientific medicine, as naturopathy or chiropractic, and usually involving nutritional measures.
That word is what this blog is all about. You can help your cat maintain a much healthier and happier lifestyle by adopting a holistic approach. We are about alternatives to what conventional medicine says HAS to be the status quo. If you want the best for your cat, start with an open mind.
Cats spend 15% of their waking hours washing and grooming their fur with their tongue. They ensure that their claws remain in good shape by scratching trees, and sometimess, your good furniture. They help to keep their teeth clean by eating meaty and poultry when they tear food while feeding.
Now, here are the things YOU can do to help your cat stay in better condition for longer.
Ideally, your cat should be brushed or combed every day to reduce the constant shedding hair. If the hair is not kept well brushed on a regular basis it can become matted and create uncomfortable knotted balls of fur that will need to be cut out. More importantly, much of their fur will end up in the digestive system causing fur balls that can lead to constipation or vomiting.
Be sure to check regularly for cat fleas and mites that can get into their ears and become very uncomfortable. If there are mites it may be necessary to conact a holistic vet to get this problem solved.
Regular maintenance is a much simpler and easier solution and one of the benefits of combing and brushing a cat is it will reduce your stress levels considerably. Using a brush also gives the skin a light massage which helps the skin stay in good condition. So both you and your cat benefit from this action.
If your cat is one that is unable to get outside as often as necessary, you should provide them with a scratching post for them to maintain the condition of their claws. If you choose to help them with this on a regular basis, be sure to have them professionally done or invest in a good pet claw filing system that will keep them from getting injured in the process.
If you are looking for specific information that will ensure your cat not always looks, but feels beautiful, be sure to check out our holistic cat guide. You will NOT be disappointed.