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29 Pre-Vet Approved Facts and Products for Your Cat
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items As a pre-vet student obsessed with keeping cats safe and healthy, and after tons of research, I’ve found the best products that won’t harm your fur babies. From sneaky bacteria to hidden toxins, our cats are exposed to more than we think. This list m...
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The scarily most common mistakes
Litter boxes
Water Fountains
Hygiene
Mental Stimulation and Exercise
The BIGGEST change
The scarily most common mistakes
You're probably feeding your fur baby, a dead animal or a decaying one. And it's not your fault, but you can be the solution to your own pet's good health. Please click on all the note cards so you can see why!
Please click on this link.
If you don't want to read it, I'll break it down for you:
The USA legally permits pet food manufacturers to use 4D meat. What is 4D meat? It stands for the 4 D's, dead, dying, deceased and disabled. While these meats are prohibited in human consumption, they're allowed in pet food.
Allowing your cat OR dog, to eat these foods is potentially allowing diseases and serious health problems to come about in the future.
If you don't want to read it, I'll break it down for you:
The USA legally permits pet food manufacturers to use 4D meat. What is 4D meat? It stands for the 4 D's, dead, dying, deceased and disabled. While these meats are prohibited in human consumption, they're allowed in pet food.
Allowing your cat OR dog, to eat these foods is potentially allowing diseases and serious health problems to come about in the future.
Denatured, 3D, and 4D Meat Explained | Raw Feeding Advice and Support
Here is another article with more information. I strongly suggest you take a look at it. Meanwhile I'm here to let you know, if your pet food has these phrases on them, it most likely has 4D meat in it.
1. “meat by-product”
2. “animal digest”
3. “meat and bone meal”
4. “poultry by-product meal”
These terms indicate that the food may include parts of animals not typically consumed by humans, and possibly sourced from rendering plants using 4D animals.
1. “meat by-product”
2. “animal digest”
3. “meat and bone meal”
4. “poultry by-product meal”
These terms indicate that the food may include parts of animals not typically consumed by humans, and possibly sourced from rendering plants using 4D animals.
The Problematic Use of 4D Meats in Pet Food — The Balanced Canine
I 100% recommend this brand for cat food. Attached is their article on why they are such a great choice, I recommend giving it a look. I'm also going to say which of your favorite cat food brands have been accused of using 4D meats.
1. Friskies (Purina): I used to buy this for all 3 of my cats, I was terrified when I found out they have been reported in consumer investigations.
2. Meow Mix
3. 9Lives
4. Whiskas
5. Special Kitty (Walmart Brand)
6. Kit and Kaboodle (Purina)
1. Friskies (Purina): I used to buy this for all 3 of my cats, I was terrified when I found out they have been reported in consumer investigations.
2. Meow Mix
3. 9Lives
4. Whiskas
5. Special Kitty (Walmart Brand)
6. Kit and Kaboodle (Purina)
The Cat Lover’s Guide to Human Grade Cat Food
One of the BEST fresh foods you'll find for your cat. They offer first-time discounts, I truly do recommend. And I believe they're open to negotiating payment plans!
Fresh Human-Grade Cat Food Delivery | Smalls
Litter boxes
Litters can cause so much respiratory and digestive issues for your cats, read the cards below for more information.
This will make cleaning up so much easier! I absolutely love this product because I don't have to spend as much time cleaning up tiny grains of sand that escaped my cat's litter box.
Petinstinct Large Double Layer Cat Litter Mat
It is known and proven that stainless steel absorbs odors better than plastic, making it actually bearable to clean! The non-porous surface of stainless steel, reduces the risk of health issues for your cat. Plastic is prone to be home to more bacter...
WoofiGo XL Stainless Steel Cat Litter Box with Lid
Truly do recommend this product along with the stainless steel box!
Metal Medium Cat Litter Scoop - Sturdy Mesh
This box looks pretty cool, it's a M! A box for the less big-boned kitties out there 😉
Stainless Steel Cat Litter Box w/ Scoop M
Different litter brands can cause risk in your cat's health as well. Clumping clay litters, scented litters, and silica gel litters can all potentially lead to respiratory problems and digestive issues. Look for litters that are:
- dust-free/ low dust
- unscented
- natural
This litter attached is a great litter alternative, but a bit pricey… if you want a cheaper, somewhat safe option, look next to this card!
- dust-free/ low dust
- unscented
- natural
This litter attached is a great litter alternative, but a bit pricey… if you want a cheaper, somewhat safe option, look next to this card!
PRETTYLITTER Health Monitoring Cat Litter, 8-lb bag
This litter is more budget-friendly and great, but only when used thoughtfully! It is still probable to provoke respiratory problems, but much more less than any other litters. The dust and lightweight versions may pose to be a problem as well.
TIDY CATS Free & Clean Unscented Clumping Clay ...
Water Fountains
Please clean your fountains and change the filter!
All cats prefer running water over still water. It's embedded in their instincts to find the freshest water. With that… here is a stainless steel water fountain with replacement filters! PLEASE switch out your filters at least every month! This is on...
Veken 95oz Automatic Pet Water Fountain
A more budget-friendly option! If you plan on buying this one, make it your #1 priority to keep it clean! Most people don't clean their fountains every 2-3 days, which is such a terrible mistake! A deep clean is also necessary at least once a week.
Catit Flower Fountain 3L with Triple Filter
Remember to change the fountain's filters at least every 2-4 weeks !
8 Pack Cat Water Fountain Filters for 3L Flower Dispenser
Hygiene
We know cats can clean themselves but there are such small steps you can take in helping your cat with hygiene, that in the long run, aid their overall health.
If your cat is a short-haired to medium length haired, I seriously recommend this brush, pin+bristle is the best for these types of furs!
FRISCO Cat & Dog Pin Bristle Brush, Large
For longer haired cats! A wide-tooth comb/ flea comb can be great for preventing mats and detangling.
FRISCO Flea Comb for Cats & Dogs
If your cat is more sensible or doesn't like brushes, here's an alternative! If you can't tell I'm a huge FRISCO fan
FRISCO Grooming Glove, Pair
PLEASE invest in some nail clippers. If your cat's nails get too long, they can seriously be in pain if their nail get's caught up in something! Every 2-4 weeks is the best way to ensure this doesn't happen. However if your cat is outdoors, the nail ...
FRISCO Nail Clippers for Cats & Small Dogs
Teeth-brushing is so important! If your cat's breath stinks, it's a sign. Plaque and tartar build-up is so serious, just like humans. It can lead to tooth decay and even tooth loss. This toothpaste targets fussy cats who don't like their mouths being...
VIRBAC C.E.T. Enzymatic Oral Hygiene Seafood Flavor ...
If your cat CANNOT stand the brushing, here's a alternative, I would recommend consulting with your vet about this though, cats can have different reactions to it.
TROPICLEAN Fresh Breath Oral Care Clean Teeth Plaque ...
Mental Stimulation and Exercise
All the products above are important, but what some owners don't realize is how important toys and scratchers are too!
I just recently constructed this perch for my cat and he LOVES it! It's a great product too because it provides nails for putting your perch into the wall, but also suction cups if you don't want any drilling to be done!
COZIWOW Cat Window Perch with Suction Cups, Natural ...
This is good for nail care!
FRISCO Double-Wide Cat Scratcher Toy with Catnip, 1 ...
Just bought this. I absolutely love it and so does my cat, it's great to put any of these products next to a window!
YAHEETECH 3 Tiers 36-in Plush Cat Tower with Double ...
Get one! This can provoke your cat to run around and get some exercise in!
SMARTYKAT Feline Flash Laser Pointer Cat Toy
A great way for you and your cat to play and bond together!
PET FIT FOR LIFE Cat Wands Toy, Medium
Such a great interactive toy!
FRISCO Butterfly Cat Tracks Cat Toy, Pink
Reminder: look at all sizes for these products to ensure they fit into your cat's criteria for a good product!
For example, this scratching post is too short for my cat as he is almost 3 feet long when stretched out!
For example, this scratching post is too short for my cat as he is almost 3 feet long when stretched out!
FRISCO 21-in Sisal Cat Scratching Post with Toy, Brown, 1 ...
The BIGGEST change
This is probably one of the biggest things I'll recommend to a cat parent, amongst the non-4D meats in pet food. Diseases, cat fights and so many other dangers when your cat is outdoors, please read this article.
Indoor Cats vs. Outdoor Cats - American Humane Society