It's not unlike caring for most other cat breeds.Your cat should be groomed to prevent hairballs and shed.At least once a week, brush your cat's teeth.Cats should be taken to the vet for regular checks.Change the litter at least once a week in order to keep your cat clean.
Step 1: Take your cat to the vet.
If it is a kitten, take it to the vet.Bring any documentation from the previous owner or the breeder.Your vet will evaluate your cat's health and arrange a schedule with you to make sure it gets regular checks.The vaccinations should be given at six, eight, twelve, and sixteen weeks of age.Adult cats may need a booster shot every year.
Step 2: Don't let your cat out of the house.
The amount of time your Japanese Bobtail spends outside should be limited.It will be protected from being struck by a vehicle, contracting an illness, or becoming the victim of other cats or animals who might hurt it.
Step 3: You should interact with your cat.
Japanese Bobtails need attention and opportunities to play.Roll a ping-pong or tennis ball across the floor near your cat.It will be fun chasing the ball.Lift a stick with a string on the end connected to a stuffed mouse or similar toy out of your cat's reach if you wave it near him.Your cat will enjoy this activity.Make sure your cat has a scratching post.Cats like to chase laser pointers.As your cat chases the light, point the laser at the wall.Don't shine the laser in your cat's eyes.
Step 4: It's a good idea to look for obese people.
Japanese Bobtails don't have any health issues.Like most house cats, they are at risk for being obese once they get used to domestic life.Ensure your cat stays lean by managing its diet and food portions.Discuss a fitness plan with your vet if your cat gets a bit pudgier.
Step 5: Feed your cat the correct amount of food.
Japanese Bobtails require about 80 calories of food per kilogram.If your cat is three kilomes, it will need around 240 calories of food a day.Japanese Bobtails are known to eat more calories than other cats.Feed your cat at least once a day.When your cat is hungry, make sure you give them the right amount of food.
Step 6: Provide your cat with a variety of food.
Different cats have different tastes.Some people like tuna and others like chicken.Some like dry food while others like wet food.By providing your cat with a variety of dining options, you will be able to ensure it gets to experience a range of different textures and flavors.Giving your cat a variety of food will make it less likely to be picky.Give your cat a variety of food and watch it eat.When you find a food that your cat likes, buy it frequently.Dry food, semi-moist food and wet food are the main types of food.Any of these could be acceptable as long as it's healthy.The Japanese Bobtails prefer fish.Try a food that has fish in it.
Step 7: You can choose a high-quality food.
Check the ingredients label for high-quality cat food.The main ingredients of the best foods will include meat, meat byproducts, or seafood.The AAFCO gives a seal of approval to high-quality foods.If you want to make your own cat food, it is best to buy commercial food.Cats need the correct vitamins and minerals in their food to survive.Your cat may suffer from health problems and deficiencies if you make food at home without the guidance of an animal nutritionist.Cats are obligate carnivores.They need to eat meat to get all their vitamins and minerals.
Step 8: Change the water on your cat frequently.
You can fill your cat's water dish with new water every day.This will help with good health.Use bowls made of ceramic, glass, or steel.The heavier they are, the less water will absorb chemicals that may have been used to treat plastic water dishes.The build-up ofbacteria in the bowl can be prevented by washing the cat's dish every now and then.Do not give your cat food.
Step 9: Your cat will want to use the litterbox.
Japanese Bobtail cats will not use a litterbox next to a noisy appliance.Your cat won't want to use a litterbox near its food and water bowls.Japanese Bobtail cats might feel trapped and vulnerable in a corner of the room if you place a litterbox there.
Step 10: The litterbox needs to be emptied.
The litterbox of your Japanese Bobtail needs to be cleaned at least once a day.Place the feces in a plastic bag with a litterbox scoop.Throw the bag away.
Step 11: The litter box needs to be cleaned.
The Japanese Bobtail's litterbox should be cleaned at least once a week.The litter should be put into a trash can.To clean the inside of the litterbox, use a sponge dipped in warm water and dish soap.Allow the box to air dry.When the box is dry, add new litter to it.You can wash the litterbox outside.Before cleaning the litterbox, you need a pair of gloves and a facemask.Don't add a lot of litter.Cats don't like litter that is more than two inches deep.
Step 12: It's a good idea to groom your cat at the right time.
A relaxed and happy cat will be more willing to accept a grooming session.You can groom your cat after you finish playing with it.
Step 13: Check your cat's coat and skin.
You should conduct a visual inspection of your cat's coat before brushing it.If you notice wounds, bald patches, redness, lump, mass, or other signs of irritation, contact your vet.
Step 14: Start with a flea comb.
The flea comb is a fine-toothed comb that can be used to locate flea excreta.Your vet can recommend a flea control program for you and your Japanese Bobtail if you find flea excreta using the flea comb.The flea comb can be used once a week.
Step 15: There are loose tangles.
If you see knots or tangles in your cat's fur, you can loosen them by raking your fingers through the fur.Push your fingers along the cat's fur to see if there are tangles or loose fur.
Step 16: Your cat has fur.
To brush your cat, use a metal comb.Focus on one area at a time with short strokes.The cat sheds a lot of fur around your home.You should brush your Bobtail once a week.During the spring and fall, brush it more often.
Step 17: To trim nails, choose the right time and place.
If you choose a relaxing environment, it will be easier to trim your Japanese Bobtail's nails.You and your cat can both be at ease in a quiet room.When your cat's nails are relaxed, trim them.To trim your cat's nails, choose a time that is close to its bed time.
Step 18: Your cat has paws.
Take one of your cat's paws and squeeze it.Don't let the cat go if it pulls its paw away.Allow your cat to move the paw back and forth, but follow the cat's motion.When your cat is still, give one toe a squeeze.Give your Japanese Bobtail a treat when it extends its nail.Continue until you see all ten of your cat's nails.
Step 19: Listen to the sound of the clippers.
There is a piece of spaghetti and clippers near the cat.The Japanese Bobtail has a nail on its toe.Continue holding the paw with one hand and clip the spaghetti with the clippers in the other.Give your cat something to eat.Continue with all toes.
Step 20: Don't cut the quick.
The pink part of your cat's nails is called the quick.It has a network of blood vessels.The Japanese Bobtail has a white portion of his nails.Light pressure should be applied to the tip of the claw if you cut your cat quick.It's best to put it in styptic powder as soon as possible.If you squeeze the whole paw, you will increase blood loss.
Step 21: The cat has toes.
Your Japanese Bobtail is facing away from you.The clippers can be used to clip the white part of the nail.As soon as you clip the nail, give your pet a treat.Twice a month, clip your cat's nails.Don't trim your cat's nails at the same time.Work on one or two paws.Don't rush the process.Cut the session short if your cat is agitated.
Step 22: Your cat has teeth.
Use a soft infant toothbrush, a short-bristled finger brush designed for pet teeth, or even a cloth wrapped around your finger to clean your cat's teeth.You can rub the cat's teeth for a short time when you first introduce the toothbrush.Use a gentle circular motion to brush the outer faces of your cat's teeth when you add toothpaste to the brush.You should brush your Japanese Bobtail's teeth daily.Less frequent brushing is not preferred.Do not use human toothpaste on your cat.If your cat likes a particular flavor of toothpaste, use it.Your vet can show you how to properly brush your cat's teeth.
Step 23: Look at the cat's ears.
Japanese Bobtail cats don't need their ears cleaned often, but you should check them from time to time.If the ears look dirty, you can wipe them with a cotton ball or a soft cloth.You should not use cotton swabs on your cat's ears.