Your Persian will absolutely adore your houseplants – and the truth is that most are toxic to him. Many will cause him to become ill – and some will even be fatal – but none of this will prevent him from chewing them and digging in the soil.
There are three things that you can do to prevent your Persian from not only ruining your houseplants, but also prevent him from becoming ill. The first step is to prevent him from digging in the soil. This is easily done by covering the top of the soil with pebbles or rocks. Space between the rocks will still allow water and air to get to the soil, so this is usually not a problem for the plants.
The next thing you must do is prevent your Persian from chewing on the plant itself. This can be done with bitter apple. There are also many sprays that are safe for the plant, but act as a deterrent for the cat. Be sure to read the labels, and to follow the directions for use.
This will help to keep your Persian and your plants safe, but there are also plants that you’re Persian will greatly enjoy, which you should strongly consider providing strictly for him. Start with a long planter filled with various grasses. One of the best things to plant for your cats is cat grass, which can be purchased from your local nursery, and you can also actually plant bird seed, which produces a variety of benign grasses that are safe for cats.
Other plants that your cat will enjoy include catnip, basil, begonia, bamboo, alyssum, butterfly bush, catmint, chamomile, coriander, cress, dill, forget-me-not, hollyhock, impatiens, lavender, lettuce, lovage, marum, mint, parsley, rose, rosemary, spearmint, snapdragon, spider plant, sunflower, tarragon, thyme, and violet. Again, these are plants that the cat will like, so you should expect them to be chewed on, rolled on, and laid upon as well.
You should also consider a potted tree or two that your Persian will enjoy. Make sure that you purchase sturdy trees, and that you secure the container that they grow in so that the cat doesn’t continually knock the tree over.
If you have plants that your cats love, but you want left alone, again, cover the soil with rocks or gravel, and make sure that you treat the leaves, flowers, and stems with a product that works as a deterrent for cats. Your houseplants and your Persian can reside in the same house after all – in peace and harmony.
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Thursday, August 5, 2010
Monday, August 2, 2010
History Of Persian Cats
Believe it or not, Persians are thought to be the oldest breed of cats, but at the same time, there are numerous different versions of where the Persian cat began. It is widely believed, however, in all versions that the Persian cat originated in the country that was once known as Persia, which is now modern day Iran.
The popular version of the Persian cat history is that Persians were introduced first to Italy, around 1620, by Pietro della Valle and that they were brought from Turkey to France by Nicholas Claude Fabri de Peiresc about the same time. These are documented instances, and again, they fit into all versions of the Persians history.
It is believed that Persians were introduced to Britain from France, and that before this time, they did not have the long hair that we see today. Instead, they were bred in Turkey with Turkish Angoras, which is where the long hair comes from. However, in other versions of the history, the cats were bred with African wildcats to obtain the longer hair.
There is no doubt, in any version, that Persians were always considered to be cats of high value. They were considered to be rare, and they were favored by royalty. In fact, there was a point in time where royalty were the only people who owned Persians – or at the very least that Persians were only owned by people of royalty and/or wealth.
Another version of the Persian history has today’s Persians as descendants of Felis Libyca, which is actually a cat that originates from Africa and Asia. This version also has the Persian being introduced to Europe much earlier than 1620. In fact, this version has the Persian being introduced in the 1500s by the Romans and Phoenicians. This version also states that Persians were considered to be of high trade value.
We can be certain about the time that these special cats were first introduced to the United States and Canada. This occurred in the early 1900s, and from that time on, the cats gained in popularity, quickly becoming the most popular breed of cat in the world, which is a distinction that the breed still holds today. In fact, Persians started out as symbols, and became pets, after which they were prized for their show quality.
Today, they are prized for their show and pet qualities, as many Persian owners never show their cats, while others are active exhibitors.
The popular version of the Persian cat history is that Persians were introduced first to Italy, around 1620, by Pietro della Valle and that they were brought from Turkey to France by Nicholas Claude Fabri de Peiresc about the same time. These are documented instances, and again, they fit into all versions of the Persians history.
It is believed that Persians were introduced to Britain from France, and that before this time, they did not have the long hair that we see today. Instead, they were bred in Turkey with Turkish Angoras, which is where the long hair comes from. However, in other versions of the history, the cats were bred with African wildcats to obtain the longer hair.
There is no doubt, in any version, that Persians were always considered to be cats of high value. They were considered to be rare, and they were favored by royalty. In fact, there was a point in time where royalty were the only people who owned Persians – or at the very least that Persians were only owned by people of royalty and/or wealth.
Another version of the Persian history has today’s Persians as descendants of Felis Libyca, which is actually a cat that originates from Africa and Asia. This version also has the Persian being introduced to Europe much earlier than 1620. In fact, this version has the Persian being introduced in the 1500s by the Romans and Phoenicians. This version also states that Persians were considered to be of high trade value.
We can be certain about the time that these special cats were first introduced to the United States and Canada. This occurred in the early 1900s, and from that time on, the cats gained in popularity, quickly becoming the most popular breed of cat in the world, which is a distinction that the breed still holds today. In fact, Persians started out as symbols, and became pets, after which they were prized for their show quality.
Today, they are prized for their show and pet qualities, as many Persian owners never show their cats, while others are active exhibitors.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Spaying or Neutering Your Persian CatThe Right Choice?
Most pet owners these days immediately have their animals spayed or neutered, in an attempt to control the pet population – and this is recommended and commendable. However, in the case of Purebred Persians, you might want to put some serious thought into this.
First, depending on the requirements of your breeder, you may be forced to have your Persian spayed or neutered – or it may be done by the breeder before the cat is even allowed to go to your home. If the cat is not to be spayed or neutered, you can and should expect to pay a great deal more for it – because this gives you breeding rights for the cat – which of course puts you in direct competition with the breeder.
You must also consider cat shows when you are determining whether you will spay or neuter your Persian cat. Most cat shows have divisions for altered and unaltered cats – they are seldom judged together, but beyond this separation, they are judged in much the same way. Obviously the behavior of unaltered animals is different than the behavior of altered animals.
This brings us to the case for spaying and neutering. If males are not neutered, they will spray to mark their territory. This is a urine odor that can be quite overwhelming and unpleasant for the owner of the cat. The only way to stop a male cat from marking his territory through spraying is to have him neutered.
In the case of females, an unsprayed female will go into heat several times throughout the year. This is usually accompanied by horrifying sounds at all hours of the day and night, which can be quite bothersome. Of course, if there is an unaltered male in the house, or able to make physical contact with the female cat, this results in a litter of kittens – which may not be wanted.
Spaying and neutering cats has become very commonplace, and is quite affordable. Of course, it costs more to have a female spayed than it costs to have a male neutered. You should make an appointment with your veterinarian by the time the cat is between three and six months of age to have the cat altered. You will be instructed not to allow the cat to eat or drink anything after midnight the night before, and to have the cat in the office early in the morning.
The veterinarian will perform the procedure, and you can typically take your cat home by that evening. The veterinarian will give you instructions on caring for the area where the cat has been cut, and if any sutures need to be removed, you will return to the veterinarian’s office in about ten days so that this can be done.
First, depending on the requirements of your breeder, you may be forced to have your Persian spayed or neutered – or it may be done by the breeder before the cat is even allowed to go to your home. If the cat is not to be spayed or neutered, you can and should expect to pay a great deal more for it – because this gives you breeding rights for the cat – which of course puts you in direct competition with the breeder.
You must also consider cat shows when you are determining whether you will spay or neuter your Persian cat. Most cat shows have divisions for altered and unaltered cats – they are seldom judged together, but beyond this separation, they are judged in much the same way. Obviously the behavior of unaltered animals is different than the behavior of altered animals.
This brings us to the case for spaying and neutering. If males are not neutered, they will spray to mark their territory. This is a urine odor that can be quite overwhelming and unpleasant for the owner of the cat. The only way to stop a male cat from marking his territory through spraying is to have him neutered.
In the case of females, an unsprayed female will go into heat several times throughout the year. This is usually accompanied by horrifying sounds at all hours of the day and night, which can be quite bothersome. Of course, if there is an unaltered male in the house, or able to make physical contact with the female cat, this results in a litter of kittens – which may not be wanted.
Spaying and neutering cats has become very commonplace, and is quite affordable. Of course, it costs more to have a female spayed than it costs to have a male neutered. You should make an appointment with your veterinarian by the time the cat is between three and six months of age to have the cat altered. You will be instructed not to allow the cat to eat or drink anything after midnight the night before, and to have the cat in the office early in the morning.
The veterinarian will perform the procedure, and you can typically take your cat home by that evening. The veterinarian will give you instructions on caring for the area where the cat has been cut, and if any sutures need to be removed, you will return to the veterinarian’s office in about ten days so that this can be done.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Should You Declaw Your Persian Cat?
You love your Persian – but you love your furnishing, drapes, and carpeting as well. Unfortunately, Persians, as well as other cat breeds are notorious for absolutely ruining furnishing, drapes, and carpet, and even walls and baseboards because they use these objects as scratching posts.
First, if your Persian is making a mess of the furnishings in your home, you really can’t blame the cat. He’s just doing what comes naturally to him – and because you haven’t provided any other alternatives that are suitable, you have only yourself to blame. Alternatives must be provided, because you are not going to stop the cat from scratching when the need arises.
At one point, the answer was to declaw the cat. Today, you will be hard pressed to find a veterinarian who is willing to perform this surgery on your cat. More and more, the practice is being deemed as cruel, because research has shown that declawing a cat is the equivalent of cutting off a humans fingers at the first joint.
In many countries, it is now illegal to declaw a cat, and in many others, it is just a matter of time before this is the case. Countries that frown upon declawing cats, and which may have passed laws against declawing cats include Scotland, Brazil, Wales, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Yugoslavia, France, Australia, Italy, England, Austria, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Belgium, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Slovenia, Netherlands, and Portugal.
In the United States and Canada, the practice of declawing cats is not yet illegal, but it is being frowned upon more and more. In fact, if a cat is declawed, he will be automatically disqualified from most sanctioned cat shows.
When a cat is declawed, more than his toenail is being removed. In fact, this is actually an amputation of the last joint of the cat’s toe. No matter how old or young the cat is, the animal experiences a great deal of pain following the surgery – for a long period of time. Often, this changes the personality of the cat – forever.
Today, there are numerous alternatives to declawing. Cats can be trained to use alternative scratching sources, such as scratching posts. You can also use caps that cover the cat’s nails. These caps stay in place for about three months, and are becoming better and better as time goes on. Today, you can even purchase these nail caps in a multitude of colors. You can also trim the cat’s nails, which will minimize the damage that they can do to your furniture.
First, if your Persian is making a mess of the furnishings in your home, you really can’t blame the cat. He’s just doing what comes naturally to him – and because you haven’t provided any other alternatives that are suitable, you have only yourself to blame. Alternatives must be provided, because you are not going to stop the cat from scratching when the need arises.
At one point, the answer was to declaw the cat. Today, you will be hard pressed to find a veterinarian who is willing to perform this surgery on your cat. More and more, the practice is being deemed as cruel, because research has shown that declawing a cat is the equivalent of cutting off a humans fingers at the first joint.
In many countries, it is now illegal to declaw a cat, and in many others, it is just a matter of time before this is the case. Countries that frown upon declawing cats, and which may have passed laws against declawing cats include Scotland, Brazil, Wales, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Yugoslavia, France, Australia, Italy, England, Austria, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Belgium, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Sweden, Slovenia, Netherlands, and Portugal.
In the United States and Canada, the practice of declawing cats is not yet illegal, but it is being frowned upon more and more. In fact, if a cat is declawed, he will be automatically disqualified from most sanctioned cat shows.
When a cat is declawed, more than his toenail is being removed. In fact, this is actually an amputation of the last joint of the cat’s toe. No matter how old or young the cat is, the animal experiences a great deal of pain following the surgery – for a long period of time. Often, this changes the personality of the cat – forever.
Today, there are numerous alternatives to declawing. Cats can be trained to use alternative scratching sources, such as scratching posts. You can also use caps that cover the cat’s nails. These caps stay in place for about three months, and are becoming better and better as time goes on. Today, you can even purchase these nail caps in a multitude of colors. You can also trim the cat’s nails, which will minimize the damage that they can do to your furniture.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Would Your Persian Enjoy A Cat Tree?
Cat trees can be expensive, but if you have a problem with a cat using your furniture as a scratching post, and using your drapes to climb, you may find that the cost of the a good cat tree is well worth it to you and your Persian cat.
Climbing is important to cats. First, they like high places. Second, the climbing action helps to keep them in good physical shape. Again, if you don’t provide the cat with a cat tree for climbing, he will form his own ‘cat tree’ using the furnishing in your home.
Cat trees come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and can be purchased from pet stores or from online sources. They come in a wide range of prices, depending on the size of the cat tree that you purchase. You also have the option of designing and making your own cat tree. For this, you will need wood, screws, and carpeting or strong fabric to cover the cat tree with.
The cat tree that you purchase will depend on two things – how many cats you have, and how much space you have for the cat tree. If the cat tree will run from the floor to the ceiling, you will also need a way to bolt the cat tree to the ceiling, or to the wall for stability – otherwise, the cat tree will easily tip over and the cat won’t get much joy from it.
A good cat tree will have a variety of perches, and one to three hiding places or cubby holes. Some have running boards or ramps that lead into the hiding places and most will provide places for you to hang various dangling toys from as well. Some may even have small hammocks on them and small rope type swings.
Again, the cost of the cat tree depends on the size that you need – but prices also vary by the source. Cat trees typically run anywhere from $80 to $300, although really nice floor to ceiling cat trees can be purchased in the $100 to $150 range.
You will find that the cat tree that you select will become a favorite to your Persian. You can expect him to spend a great deal of his time napping in the cubby holes, scratching the posts, and of course climbing and playing all over the cat tree. Cat trees can be placed in the center of the room, or in a corner for your convenience as well.
Climbing is important to cats. First, they like high places. Second, the climbing action helps to keep them in good physical shape. Again, if you don’t provide the cat with a cat tree for climbing, he will form his own ‘cat tree’ using the furnishing in your home.
Cat trees come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and can be purchased from pet stores or from online sources. They come in a wide range of prices, depending on the size of the cat tree that you purchase. You also have the option of designing and making your own cat tree. For this, you will need wood, screws, and carpeting or strong fabric to cover the cat tree with.
The cat tree that you purchase will depend on two things – how many cats you have, and how much space you have for the cat tree. If the cat tree will run from the floor to the ceiling, you will also need a way to bolt the cat tree to the ceiling, or to the wall for stability – otherwise, the cat tree will easily tip over and the cat won’t get much joy from it.
A good cat tree will have a variety of perches, and one to three hiding places or cubby holes. Some have running boards or ramps that lead into the hiding places and most will provide places for you to hang various dangling toys from as well. Some may even have small hammocks on them and small rope type swings.
Again, the cost of the cat tree depends on the size that you need – but prices also vary by the source. Cat trees typically run anywhere from $80 to $300, although really nice floor to ceiling cat trees can be purchased in the $100 to $150 range.
You will find that the cat tree that you select will become a favorite to your Persian. You can expect him to spend a great deal of his time napping in the cubby holes, scratching the posts, and of course climbing and playing all over the cat tree. Cat trees can be placed in the center of the room, or in a corner for your convenience as well.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Tips On Getting Pick Of The Persian Litter
When you find a Persian breeder, and you arrive to see their current litter, you will be faced with a huge dilemma…which Persian kitten should you choose? Because Persian kittens are expensive, you most likely won’t be able to get more than one or two, but how do you get the pick of the litter?
Many Persian breeders have waiting lists. This list is comprised of people who have been waiting for a kitten from a particular pair of parents. In most cases, the person at the top of the list gets the pick of the litter, with the second person on the list getting the second pick, and so on and so forth. However, many people on the waiting lists are looking for show quality Persians, as opposed to pet quality Persians. Therefore, if you are just looking for a pet Persian, you could still get a pick of the pet quality Persians in that litter.
The reputation of the breeder or cattery matters a great deal. The best breeders are known for producing healthy, well-cared for kittens. Ask your veterinarian where to find these breeders or catteries. You can also do a bit of research on the Internet to find breeders or catteries near you. Cat shows are another option for finding a great breeder.
Take a look at the litter that is available. The first thing that you want to see is the pedigree, to ensure that the bloodlines are not over-saturated. Ask about health guarantees and registration for the kittens. Also inquire as to whether or not the kittens have been seen by a veterinarian.
Take a look at the face of the kittens. Their faces should be sweet and slightly flat – but not so flat that the teeth are misaligned, as this can lead to jaw displacement and breathing problems. Check for excessive drainage from the eyes or redness around the nose area. Missing fur around the eyes or nose is a sign that excess drainage has already been a problem, but has been wiped away for your visit.
Comb through the Persian kittens fur. Be on the lookout for fleas and other parasites, red spots, and dry skin. Really get a feel for the condition of the fur as well. Part the hair to get a closer look, and gently comb the hair backwards as well. Look inside of the kittens ears. If the ears are especially dirty, this could be a sign of ear mites or infection. Make sudden noises to be sure that the kittens are hearing well.
Finally, follow your gut instinct. Your gut will tell you which kitten in the litter is the right one for you. For most people, one kitten will stand out from the crowd – and in most cases, this is the right kitten for you…your personal pick of the Persian litter.
Many Persian breeders have waiting lists. This list is comprised of people who have been waiting for a kitten from a particular pair of parents. In most cases, the person at the top of the list gets the pick of the litter, with the second person on the list getting the second pick, and so on and so forth. However, many people on the waiting lists are looking for show quality Persians, as opposed to pet quality Persians. Therefore, if you are just looking for a pet Persian, you could still get a pick of the pet quality Persians in that litter.
The reputation of the breeder or cattery matters a great deal. The best breeders are known for producing healthy, well-cared for kittens. Ask your veterinarian where to find these breeders or catteries. You can also do a bit of research on the Internet to find breeders or catteries near you. Cat shows are another option for finding a great breeder.
Take a look at the litter that is available. The first thing that you want to see is the pedigree, to ensure that the bloodlines are not over-saturated. Ask about health guarantees and registration for the kittens. Also inquire as to whether or not the kittens have been seen by a veterinarian.
Take a look at the face of the kittens. Their faces should be sweet and slightly flat – but not so flat that the teeth are misaligned, as this can lead to jaw displacement and breathing problems. Check for excessive drainage from the eyes or redness around the nose area. Missing fur around the eyes or nose is a sign that excess drainage has already been a problem, but has been wiped away for your visit.
Comb through the Persian kittens fur. Be on the lookout for fleas and other parasites, red spots, and dry skin. Really get a feel for the condition of the fur as well. Part the hair to get a closer look, and gently comb the hair backwards as well. Look inside of the kittens ears. If the ears are especially dirty, this could be a sign of ear mites or infection. Make sudden noises to be sure that the kittens are hearing well.
Finally, follow your gut instinct. Your gut will tell you which kitten in the litter is the right one for you. For most people, one kitten will stand out from the crowd – and in most cases, this is the right kitten for you…your personal pick of the Persian litter.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Persian Safety - Watch Out For These Common Household Dangers
If you own a Persian, this is a sure sign that you are a cat lover. If you keep your Persian indoors, this is a further sign that you genuinely do care about the overall health and well-being of your Persian. However, have you taken the necessary precautions to protect your beloved Persian from the dangers in your household?
Ideally, you will start by child-proofing your home. You do this with the understanding that if it isn’t safe for a toddler, it isn’t safe for your Persian. With that said, however, there are many other dangers that you need to be aware of. Many innocent looking things can be life threatening for cats.
Overall, plants are a particular danger – especially to indoor cats. Because they do not have the opportunity to nibble on plants and grasses that are good for them, they will nibble on just about any houseplant that you have, and numerous houseplants will make them sick…some are even fatal. When you get a houseplant, make sure that it isn’t poisonous for cats.
Aluminum foil, cling wrap, and tinsel are all dangerous. These things can be ingested and cause the cat to smother. Tinsel also offers a strangulation danger, as well as a choking danger. For the same reason, you should keep dental floss, sewing thread, and string out of your Persians reach as well, and this includes yarn, which cats seem to adore.
Electrical cords not only present a strangulation danger, but the danger of electrocution as well should the cat chew through the cord. Curtain cords present a strangulation danger as well.
Cats love bags, and your Persian will be no exception. However, bags with handles and plastic bags do present a danger, and these types of bags should be disposed of. Cats also love twist ties for some reason, and these are small enough to choke on.
Be careful with all medications. Cats don’t have opposable thumbs, but they may still manage to get a bottle open – although it would be difficult. The main danger is pill boxes and bottles that are not properly closed. Cats are curious, and it may smell tasty to him. Also, take your garbage out of the cats reach daily. They will not be above rummaging through the garbage in search of some tasty ‘left-overs’ and this includes any medication that you may have tossed as well as food that has spoiled.
Many of your appliances offer danger. Unplug small appliances, such as mixers, and use caution when operating the stove. The cat can’t check to see if the stove is hot before he jumps up on it. The washing machine and dryer should always be closed so that the cat can’t get in, and piles of laundry should be shaken out before being tossed into the washer, as small kittens love to hide in clothing to nap.
Ideally, you will start by child-proofing your home. You do this with the understanding that if it isn’t safe for a toddler, it isn’t safe for your Persian. With that said, however, there are many other dangers that you need to be aware of. Many innocent looking things can be life threatening for cats.
Overall, plants are a particular danger – especially to indoor cats. Because they do not have the opportunity to nibble on plants and grasses that are good for them, they will nibble on just about any houseplant that you have, and numerous houseplants will make them sick…some are even fatal. When you get a houseplant, make sure that it isn’t poisonous for cats.
Aluminum foil, cling wrap, and tinsel are all dangerous. These things can be ingested and cause the cat to smother. Tinsel also offers a strangulation danger, as well as a choking danger. For the same reason, you should keep dental floss, sewing thread, and string out of your Persians reach as well, and this includes yarn, which cats seem to adore.
Electrical cords not only present a strangulation danger, but the danger of electrocution as well should the cat chew through the cord. Curtain cords present a strangulation danger as well.
Cats love bags, and your Persian will be no exception. However, bags with handles and plastic bags do present a danger, and these types of bags should be disposed of. Cats also love twist ties for some reason, and these are small enough to choke on.
Be careful with all medications. Cats don’t have opposable thumbs, but they may still manage to get a bottle open – although it would be difficult. The main danger is pill boxes and bottles that are not properly closed. Cats are curious, and it may smell tasty to him. Also, take your garbage out of the cats reach daily. They will not be above rummaging through the garbage in search of some tasty ‘left-overs’ and this includes any medication that you may have tossed as well as food that has spoiled.
Many of your appliances offer danger. Unplug small appliances, such as mixers, and use caution when operating the stove. The cat can’t check to see if the stove is hot before he jumps up on it. The washing machine and dryer should always be closed so that the cat can’t get in, and piles of laundry should be shaken out before being tossed into the washer, as small kittens love to hide in clothing to nap.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Feeding A Persian Cat - What Is The Best Option?
Most people don’t put much thought into feeding their cats, but if you have a Persian, you might want to put a great deal of thought into what you will feed him. First, because Persians are expensive cats, you want them to live long and healthy lives. Second, what you feed your Persian will have a direct impact on the condition of his fur – which is the shining glory of all Persians and their owners.
Of course, you can go with a commercial cat food. If you elect to do this, choose a high quality pet food, such as Iams or Hills Science Diet. Do not buy the cheap stuff, as it really doesn’t have what your cat needs. If you have an indoor cat, go with the formula designed for indoor cats. Also plant some grasses and catnip for your cat to nibble for added nourishment. Talk to your veterinarian about additional supplements that your Persian may need.
Raw diets are becoming more and more popular. One must consider what their Persian’s ancestors ate – or what the Persian would eat if he were not being provided with food by a human. In this case, he would catch his own food – usually a rat, mouse, rabbit, gopher, or bird. He would then kill the prey, rip its fur or feathers off, and eat the meat and organs happily. The food would not be cooked, and would be ‘served’ at ‘room’ or body temperature.
With that in mind, you can safely feed your Persian a raw diet made up of raw chicken, fish, Tuna, and beef. However, ground beef should be avoided. Ideally, you should ground up the raw meat, including organs and small bones. At the very least, serve it in small chunks that are easy for him to eat. Raw egg yolks are also beneficial, but the egg whites should be disposed of. Raw egg yolk will definitely help your Persians coat to shine.
This isn’t dangerous at all for the cat, but you will need to clean any surfaces that the raw meat touched in your home. Most people who give their Persians raw diets serve the food on disposable plates or bowls that can be disposed of when the cat is finished eating. Once you set out food for your cat, you should throw away any food that has not been eaten after an hour.
Finally, you could also elect to feed your Persian a combination of commercially prepared cat food and raw foods. Never feed your Persian processed foods that are designed for human consumption. First, he probably won’t eat it – and second, it isn’t good for him even if he does eat it.
Of course, you can go with a commercial cat food. If you elect to do this, choose a high quality pet food, such as Iams or Hills Science Diet. Do not buy the cheap stuff, as it really doesn’t have what your cat needs. If you have an indoor cat, go with the formula designed for indoor cats. Also plant some grasses and catnip for your cat to nibble for added nourishment. Talk to your veterinarian about additional supplements that your Persian may need.
Raw diets are becoming more and more popular. One must consider what their Persian’s ancestors ate – or what the Persian would eat if he were not being provided with food by a human. In this case, he would catch his own food – usually a rat, mouse, rabbit, gopher, or bird. He would then kill the prey, rip its fur or feathers off, and eat the meat and organs happily. The food would not be cooked, and would be ‘served’ at ‘room’ or body temperature.
With that in mind, you can safely feed your Persian a raw diet made up of raw chicken, fish, Tuna, and beef. However, ground beef should be avoided. Ideally, you should ground up the raw meat, including organs and small bones. At the very least, serve it in small chunks that are easy for him to eat. Raw egg yolks are also beneficial, but the egg whites should be disposed of. Raw egg yolk will definitely help your Persians coat to shine.
This isn’t dangerous at all for the cat, but you will need to clean any surfaces that the raw meat touched in your home. Most people who give their Persians raw diets serve the food on disposable plates or bowls that can be disposed of when the cat is finished eating. Once you set out food for your cat, you should throw away any food that has not been eaten after an hour.
Finally, you could also elect to feed your Persian a combination of commercially prepared cat food and raw foods. Never feed your Persian processed foods that are designed for human consumption. First, he probably won’t eat it – and second, it isn’t good for him even if he does eat it.
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