Have you decided to get a kitten, but find it difficult to decide on the choice of the breed and sex of the animal? The article tells about what age a kitten is optimal for buying, when it is better to vaccinate it, and also discusses other aspects that you need to pay attention to when purchasing this wonderful creature.
Instructions
Step 1
The first question that arises before a person who wants to get a kitten is what sex the animal is better to acquire. Of course, this issue is not fundamental, however, each sex of cats has its own characteristics. For example, cats mark corners during puberty, and cats in the spring can wake up the owner and those around them with loud screams at night. There are also behavioral differences: cats tend to be leaders, cats are more attached to the owner and home. If you are buying a cat, you need to decide if you are going to add all the kittens born and if you have such an opportunity. If not, then the best solution would be to neuter the animal, since it can be dangerous to let the cat out into the street to interact with the cats. Cats should also be neutered, if you do not want your pet to mark the territory and ask for a bride. Sterilization and castration are carried out during puberty. Cats are usually spayed between 4 and 6 months of age, and males are spayed between 5 and 9 months of age.
Step 2
So, you have decided on the sex of the animal and now choose the breed of the kitten. It all depends on you and your personal preference. However, each breed has characteristics that need to be taken into account. For example, Persian cats have a large build and long hair. If you are not ready to brush a Persian or Ragdoll every day every day, get a shorthair cat. However, if you like a measured lifestyle, then a Persian or Ragdoll will become a real friend for you. If you have children in the house who like to run and play, a Burmese or Abyssinian cat is the best option for them. When choosing a kitten, pay attention to its character. The kitten should not be nervous and aggressive, as it will be difficult to correct in the future. In addition, the baby must be smart and understand what can not be done and what can be done. If you are purchasing an overgrown kitten or an adult cat, remember: she needs time to settle down in a new place. Treat her with understanding and friendliness. Kittens that are too small should not be taken - they are not yet adapted to independent life. Usually kittens are taken at the age of 8 to 11 weeks, and sometimes even later - when the kitten has already begun to eat solid food.
Step 3
So, you have already made the final decision about which cat or cat you need. Now you should pay attention to the most important thing - the health of the future pet. This is perhaps the most important and key point when purchasing an animal. Look at the kitten's mother - she shouldn't have any serious illnesses. If there are any, then it is better not to take such a kitten. The kitten should eat and play well. The kitten's eyes should be clean and clear and the nose slightly damp. Kittens should be taken from either good friends or at the club. If you did buy a kitten from your hands, immediately give him all the necessary vaccinations, and then carefully monitor his health. Also pay attention to the kitten's ears and mouth. A healthy baby should not shake his ears. If this happens, then it is infected with an ear mite. Kitten's baby teeth should be clean, gums pink. Kitten's hair is also an important indicator of health. There should be no knots or spots under the fur, as well as black dots, which indicate the presence of fleas or ticks. The coat of healthy kittens is usually shiny, dense and beautiful. The last thing you need to pay attention to is the condition of the kitten's abdomen, its anus, as well as the absence of constipation or diarrhea. If the animal has a bulging belly, and the anus is inflamed, you should be alert: it may have worms. The appearance of diarrhea or constipation indicates poor bowel function.
