18/12/2024
❄️ Baby, it’s cold outside! ❄️
Happy everyone! As the temperatures are dropping, we are here to remind you that just like us, cats can get cold or even freeze. Very young or elderly cats are especially in danger. Here are some tips on how to keep your furry little friend warm! Both indoor cats and our precious community cats who need our help the most to stay warm!
–Indoor cats:
–Provide warm beds and blankets! There are many great products available to help your cat stay warm in the winter. Ensure heating pads are designed for pets and follow the directions. Heating pads are also great for senior cats who are dealing with stiff joints and arthritis. Better yet, share your bed! The greatest source of heat for your cat is YOU! So move over and take advantage of the extra cuddles kitty is going to want!
–Playtime! Provide your cat with extra playtime, as staying active will help them warm up and boost their metabolism. Set aside time each day for interactive play and give them plenty of toys to keep them interested.
–Outdoor cats:
–Provide a warm shelter! Help care for community cats by building an outdoor shelter. Usea large (30 gal) and small (20 gal) plastic tub. Never use hay, blankets or towels, as they retain moisture, making the shelter wet and cold. Instead, use straw as it makes the best insulation and bedding! Ensure the shelter is protected from the elements and elevated off the ground. Make sure it’s not too large, as it will be difficult for the cat’s body heat to keep the space warm. Check regularly, clean and replace straw as needed.
–Ice, ice, baby! Prevent food and water from freezing by providing it fresh every day, or better yet, twice a day and not letting it freeze. Building a feeding station will make this easier, but not allowing leftovers to freeze will work! Don't use metal bowls, try to feed in sunny areas, and using microwavable heating pads will help!
– Indoor and outdoor cats:
–Meal time! Cat's appetite increases as the degrees drop! Staying warm requires more calories, so add a few extra high calorie, nutritious treats or increase the amount of wet food! This is especially important for outdoor cats as they need all the energy they can get to stay warm!
–Festive dangers! Look out for the hidden dangers of the season. Poinsettias and lilies are popular during the holiday, but are poisonous to cats! Also be careful with your holiday decor as some (tinsel, for example) can be ingested and cause an upset stomach or blockage!
–Anti-freeze: highly poisonous to cats and even a small amount can be fatal. To ensure the safety of both outdoor and indoor cats make sure to:
>>Clean up spillage quickly and safely.
>>Use non-toxic options, or no anti-freeze products.
>>Ensure all bottles and containers are closed tightly and sealed to avoid spillage that could harm your indoor cat.
–Other important notes 📝
>>Check your car before you start up! Cats can crawl into car bonnets and engines looking for warmth.
>> Continue tick and flea treatment! These pesky parasites can survive if it's not cold enough!
>> Cat's nose, ears, tail, and paws are more exposed to the cold and can get frostbite!
>> Freezing posture: if you see a cat like this, they are working extra hard to stay warm: fur fluffed up, limbs drawn in or curled into a tight ball, eyes closed.
What do you do to ensure that your cat or your community’s cats are safe and warm during the winter? Share your tips in the comments below! Keep yourself and your kitties warm this winter, everyone! Also consider donating to help us prepare for any cat emergency that might arise these cold months ahead! Our funds are limited, and every donation can help us help cats and kittens in need!
If you would like to donate, you can click on this link:
https://japancatnetwork.org/donate
or by bank transfer!
ゆうちょ銀行 (Japan Post Bank)
ジャパンペットネットワーク
店番 (branch) 448,
普通預金 (account number) 14420 03929901
You can also donate supplies from our Amazon wishlist:
https://www.amazon.co.jp/hz/wishlist/ls/DTWJMMJMJ80A?ref_=wl_share
— sources: —--
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/cat/wellbeing-and-care/looking-after-your-cat-in-winter
https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/how-care-outdoor-cats-winter
https://catinaflat.co.uk/blog/is-my-cat-freezing-tips-for-keeping-your-cat-warm-in-the-winter
https://www.alleycat.org/resources/cold-weather-tips-for-cats/
https://www.animalfriends.co.uk/cat/cat-advice/cat-maintenance-and-safety/how-to-keep-your-cat-warm-this-winter/
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