| Cats are the most lovable among all pets. But, though | | | | their way around in life. |
| pets are lovable, it is often found that due to sheer | | | | When about six months old, you should consider an |
| ignorance we become unable to take due care of | | | | operation to neuter the cats. That is, if you are not |
| them. We expect them to be our lifelong companion, | | | | planning to breed of course. This will protect them |
| so we must do the right thing at the right moment in | | | | from unnecessary attention from other cats and |
| order to look after our cherished pets. This means | | | | prevent unwanted litters. From 1 to 8 years the |
| being aware of some of the needs of the cat or | | | | young cat is in his or her prime. At this juncture make |
| kitten at various ages and stages of development. | | | | it a regular habit to be in touch with your veterinarian |
| Let us suppose you have newborn kittens. From birth | | | | medical practitioner - he will be able to get to know |
| to 16 weeks they are learning their way around. The | | | | your pet and detect disease at an early stage. He will |
| kittens may be playful and adventurous but some | | | | also advise on correct vaccination and other health |
| may also be a bit timid and shy. Be aware that they | | | | promotion issues. From 8 to 12 years. the |
| need correct feeding for growth and nutrition and | | | | pre-geriatric cat may begin to slow down and after it |
| that they are unaware of danger and potential harm. | | | | has crossed the age of 12 years it is entering the |
| They are small and often playful which means they | | | | stage of old age and you should consider starting to |
| can get in to all nooks and crannies to come to harm. | | | | take care of the cat in his or her senility. |
| Watch out for them. From 16 weeks to 1 year the | | | | So, a cat has changing needs and wants at various |
| kitten will likely still be very playful and courageous | | | | ages. By knowing this you can begin to get a feel for |
| and a handful for their owners! They are still learning | | | | the correct way to look after and support you cat. |