Cork Society for the Prevention Of Cruelty to Animals

Pet Care

Before you get a Cat or Kitten you should consider these points:

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Are you willing to spend up to £1 per day on cat food?

Do you have a garden or a safe place where your cat can play outside?

Is there somone at home for at least part of the day, every day?

Are you prepared to see your furniture possibly damaged by your cats claws?

Are you willing to pay for vaccinations and other vets bills? Might you consider taking out pet insurance? Cats should be neutered when they are about six months old to stop them from producing unwanted kittens.

Are you willing to pay for boarding for your cat when you go on holiday, or have you caring neighbours who would feed and look after it for you?

Advice for Cat Owners:

A good cat owner looks after his/her cats everyday. If you play with your cat regularly, you will get to know its likes and dislikes. As you become good friends it will become easier to notice quickly if there is anything wrong with it.If changes in an animals behaviour or appearance worry you, take it to the vet immediatly. Regular care and attention is the best way to keep your cat healthy.

We recommend that if you own a pet you should buy a book on how to care for it properly. Alternatively you might be able to get a book in your local library.

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