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Before owning a cat, people may have thought that it would be very simple. But in reality, raising a cat is not an easy task. It requires research on food, housing, and transportation. If you get sick, it may be even more troublesome than getting sick yourself. Don't worry, today I will share with you which type of cat is suitable for beginners to keep and what issues they should pay attention to.

Siamese cat： Siamese cats have a gentle, lively, and active personality, and are very close to humans. They enjoy interacting with humans and are very intelligent. They can be trained to learn some simple interaction skills, and their fur is easy to care for. They are a very suitable breed of cat for the general public to raise and accompany themselves.

Abyssinian cat：Whether it's a first-time cat owner or planning to add a new companion to your cat, Abyssinian cat is an excellent choice. It has a strong energy and can entertain itself until exhausted, without the need for its owner to spend time with it. Moreover, its fur is relatively short, with less shedding, making it easy to maintain.

American Shorthair：A cat with a very quiet and gentle personality, capable of understanding simple commands; Excellent physical fitness, well-developed limbs and a love for running, making it less likely to gain weight. Compared to other delicate breeds of cats, it has strong gastrointestinal function, so there is no need to overly worry about dietary issues.

British Shorthair：Strong adaptability to the environment, with a wide range of hair colors to choose from; A gentle and clingy personality, but British Shorthair prefers to lie down quietly and is prone to obesity.

If you already have sufficient experience in raising cats or want to add a companion to your cat at home, you can choose from the following breeds of cats to keep.

Ragdoll Cat：Ragdoll Cat is a cat with a very beautiful appearance, a quiet and clingy personality, a particularly good temper, and a close relationship with humans. However, it also has obvious drawbacks, such as weak gastrointestinal function, high requirements for diet, and thick hair that is not easy to maintain and clean.

Munchkin cat： A cat with relatively short limbs and almost no aggression, with a quiet personality and not overly clingy; Normally, Munchkin cat does not have any genetic problems causing joint diseases, but it is important to pay attention to diet and weight control. Due to its short limbs, obesity can easily lead to various joint diseases.

Exotic Shorthair：Foreign Shorthair cats are known for their gentle, friendly, and easy-going personality, but it should be noted that they have hidden genetic diseases such as breathing difficulties, ventricular hypertrophy, and weak gastrointestinal function. Therefore, they are a more delicate cat and are more suitable for people with enough patience and experience in raising cats.

Maine Coon：Maine Coons are a relatively large and very active breed that requires a lot of movement and activity space. If you cannot provide enough activity space, they may become restless. Due to the dense fur of Maine Coons, they require regular grooming and care. Otherwise, their fur may become tangled, causing discomfort and even health problems. Maine Coons love to be cared for and cared for, and if you don't give them enough attention and companionship, they may become lonely and anxious.

The above mentioned cat breeds have some shortcomings. Although they have various attractive features in appearance and personality, it is still recommended that friends who want to try raising cats should not consider them as their first cat, as this is a good thing for both themselves and the cat.

Pay attention to keeping warm. 0-3 month old kittens have a low immune system and are prone to developing diseases due to temperature changes. It is recommended to supplement them with lactoferrin to enhance their immune system. During and after taking the kitten home, it is important to take appropriate measures to keep them warm and provide them with a comfortable space for growth.

It is recommended to breastfeed kittens. If breastfeeding is not possible, it is recommended to use warm water to brew sheep milk powder for feeding; After the kitten adapts to the new environment, use sheep milk powder to brew and soften the cat food for feeding.

Whether you live on a low or high floor, remember to close doors and windows properly. Cats' curiosity will drive them to chase after birds or other flying creatures outside the window. As they grow up and enter estrus, cats will also go out to seek the opposite sex. Therefore, in order to prevent incidents of cat loss or falling from buildings, it is necessary to take measures to close doors and windows. Give kittens sufficient rest and don't play with them just because of personal preferences. For cats that have just entered a new environment, adequate rest can help them better use the new environment and their owners, avoiding stress reactions.

After 3 months of birth, cats should be gradually vaccinated to ensure their healthy growth. It is not recommended to give cats a bath before vaccination. After 7-10 days of the first vaccination, cats can be bathed, but their bodies should be dried even after bathing; Afterwards, depending on the differences in the cat's living environment, it is recommended to bathe the cat once every 6-12 months.

Here are a few simple cat recipe recommendations. You can spend an hour on weekends making portions for the next week and store them in refrigeration. Take out a portion and heat it up every day to feed your cat.The following recipes are based on a total weight of 1000g as an example.

1：5% Pig liver、5% Chicken、10% Shrimp、10% Pumpkin Liver and 70% Chicken breast.
2：5% Bream、5% Dunk gizzard、10% Carrot&Cabbage、10% Pig liver、10% Pork and 60% Chicken breast.
3：10% Carrot&Corn、10% Chicken liver、15% Shrimp and 65% Chicken breast.
4：10%Carrot&Broccoli、10%Chicken liver&Heart-shaped、35% Beef and 45% Chicken breast.
5：5%Perna viridis、10%Carrot&Broccoli、15%Chicken liver&Heart-shaped、30% Pork and 45% Chicken breast.

Take some time every weekend to prepare these ingredients and put them into a blender to crush and mix evenly. Of course, you can add 2-3 egg yolks, some cat grass, and 1-2 egg portions of eggshells to the ingredients and mix well. Each time you feed your cat, take out a portion and heat it over water for 15-20 minutes to ensure it is fully cooked. After letting it cool down, you can let your cat enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal.

What variety is easy stud jowls Usually, if parents have stud jowls, their offspring are also prone to stud jowls, and male offspring are generally more prone to stud jowls.British Shorthair cats, American Shorthair cats, and Felis Silvestris catus are cat breeds that are prone to stud jowl.

Key factors affecting study jowl Do not sterilize your cat too early, as the decrease in hormone secretion caused by sterilization can cause the cat to lose its golden period of studying. It is recommended to sterilize cats after their first estrus around the age of one.

Another factor that affects study jowl is the nutritional intake of cats. Providing high protein foods and matching them in a reasonable proportion to meet the nutritional needs of cats can help them better study jowl.At the same time, regular deworming of cats is necessary as parasites can absorb their nutrients and affect their development.

Introduce several foods suitable for cats to ensure their adequate nutritional intake. Salmon： The unsaturated fatty acids contained in salmon can enhance the immunity of cats and have a certain maintenance effect on their hearts.

Duck breast meat: rich in protein and low in fat content, feeding it appropriately can reduce tears in cats.

Chicken breast meat: For cats, chicken breast meat is a high-quality and easily absorbable source of animal protein.

Egg Yolk: Egg yolks are rich in lecithin. Feeding cats 3-4 egg yolks per week can make their hair more beautiful and smooth.

Chicken liver: Chicken liver is rich in folate and vitamin B12, making it a rare source of nutrition for cats.

Shrimp: Rich in protein and trace elements, moderate feeding can help cats supplement the nutrients their body needs, but excessive feeding is not recommended. Pumpkin: Pumpkin has less stimulation on the cat's digestive system. It is recommended to feed some pumpkin during the cat's food change period to avoid excessive stimulation on the cat's digestive system.

Sweet potatoes: Sweet potatoes are rich in plant fibers that can promote intestinal peristalsis and aid digestion in cats, but it is important to feed them after cooking. Broccoli: Broccoli has excellent antioxidant properties, and its rich minerals can also accelerate cat metabolism and enhance cat immunity.

Corn: Corn is rich in vitamins, minerals, and trace elements, and can be used as a complementary food for cats to achieve vitamin supplementation. Blueberries: Blueberries contain antioxidants and vitamins that help maintain the physical health of cats and strengthen their immune system. Feeding them in moderation should not allow cats to consume too much.

1.High quality meat, internal organs, and bone ratio combinations help your cat's bone development to be more complete.

2.The animal protein provided by raw meat and bones makes cats stronger.

3.Rich Omega nourishes the cat's hair, making it more shiny and smooth, reducing the chances of shedding hair and getting cat moss.

4.Balanced nutrition enhances cats' resistance and reduces the likelihood of illness.

5.Taurine and various vitamins make cats' eyes healthier and brighter.

6.A reasonable diet structure and sufficient water intake can improve the odor of cat feces and reduce the risk of urinary problems in cats.

Tips：
If you are not adequately prepared, please do not make your own raw meat. If you choose to purchase finished raw meat and meat, please identify the source and safety of the food. If your cat has been fed raw meat since childhood, please maintain this feeding habit. For those who switch to raw meat feeding midway, please make a reasonable transition.

How to Feed
Kittens: Weight（g） * 10%, 7.5%, 6% (decreases with age) Adult cats：Weight（g） *4% If your cat is too obese：Weight（g） *2%~2.5%

1. Maine Coons have a gentle personality and are different from other cats. Maine Coons enjoy playing in water; It can coexist harmoniously with any cat, dog, or other domesticated pet, and due to its previous existence as a working cat, it also has a high loyalty to its owner.

2. Maine Coons have a huge body size and have certain requirements for the size of their daily activity area. If your living environment is relatively small, it is not recommended to keep Maine Coons.

3. Maine Coons have a food intake 2-4 times that of regular cats, and due to their large intake, their excretion is also increased compared to other cats. Therefore, Maine Coons also consume a lot of litter, and owners need to spend more time and energy on feeding and cleaning litter.

4. Maine Coons have long and thick fur, which takes longer to comb and requires higher frequency of daily hygiene.

5. Due to congenital genetic defects and the weight impact of their large body size, Maine Coon cats are the most susceptible to hip dysplasia. If unfortunately your Maine Coon cat suffers from hip dysplasia, it is important to supplement calcium, phosphorus, fish oil, and other nutrients to alleviate the symptoms of the cat.

6. Maine Coon cats are a breed with a huge amount of hair, and they are prone to shedding hair in daily life, especially during seasonal changes; Raising Maine Coon cats requires a significant amount of effort in grooming their fur; If you or your family members have respiratory related illnesses, it is recommended not to choose Maine Coon cats for breeding.

7. Unlike other cats, Maine Coons can be taken outdoors for play; If you often bring it outdoors, remember to do a good job of deworming inside and outside the cat's body.

Ragdoll Cat is a cute, quiet, gentle and generous cat that is tolerant of children and enjoys playing. They are friendly, intelligent, and enjoy interacting with humans, making them an ideal indoor companion. But Ragdoll Cat is a long haired cat with thick fur and a fragile digestive system, so compared to other cats, the difficulty of raising Ragdoll Cat is higher and requires attention to many details.

It is recommended to breastfeed plush cats between 0-2 months of age. Around 20 days after birth, try using warm goat milk to brew cat food specifically for kittens. After feeding, wipe the kitten's buttocks with a wet cloth about 30 minutes to help with excretion; Kittens have low immunity, so it is important to take good measures to keep them warm.After entering the weaning period at 2 months of birth, Ragdoll Cat can be fed some probiotics and egg yolks in addition to cat food to help enhance its physical fitness. Starting from the third month of birth, Ragdoll Cat can gradually increase the amount of feeding.

About six months after birth, Ragdoll cats will gradually enter the estrus period. At this time, male Ragdoll cats will urinate everywhere, and attention should be paid to cleaning and deodorizing. Female Ragdoll cats will start barking, so it is recommended to play with them more to distract their attention; If you live on a lower floor, pay attention to the sealing of doors and windows. If there is no birth plan, sterilization surgery can be arranged after the first estrus period ends. After a year of feeding, Ragdoll cat has entered adulthood and gradually stabilized in all aspects of its body.At this point, it is only necessary to pay attention to the daily maintenance of Ragdoll cats. How to protect your Ragdoll cat

Ragdoll cat belongs to the category of long haired cats, with long and dense fur that is prone to tangling; Owners need to regularly comb through it. By observing the smoothness and glossiness of Ragdoll cat hair, it can be determined whether a Ragdoll cat has been well fed; You can feed some foods rich in phospholipids and Omrega3 (such as egg yolks, fish oil, etc.) to beautify the hair of Ragdoll cats.

Ragdoll cat is a larger breed among common pet cats, so its appetite is also large; The huge body size and large amount of food intake lead to a higher body weight for Ragdoll cats, which puts additional pressure on their bones. Therefore, it is recommended to purchase and feed Ragdoll cats with foods with higher calcium and phosphorus content, or provide extra calcium tablets during feeding.

Ragdoll cat's digestive system is relatively fragile and prone to soft stools; And Ragdoll cat has longer hair, which is soft and easy to stick to the buttocks, so pay attention to regularly trimming and cleaning the hair near the buttocks of Ragdoll cat. When choosing or changing cat food for Ragdoll cat, it is important to choose cat food with high digestion and absorption rates, a more detailed and safe formula, and to prepare probiotics to regulate the digestive system of Ragdoll cat. Only when the digestive system is in normal condition can Ragdoll cats have good growth and development.

Some Ragdoll cats have genetic defects, which can easily lead to hypertrophic myocarditis; The specific symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, and weakness in the lower limbs. Overweight Ragdoll cats have a higher risk of developing these diseases. Therefore, it is important to manage Ragdoll cat's diet and avoid obesity. Regular physical examinations should also be conducted to ensure that Ragdoll cats are in a healthy state.

Ragdoll cats have a serious obsession with cleanliness, and owners should regularly clean the litter box used by Ragdoll cats and replace the litter. They should also regularly clean the feeding environment to ensure that Ragdoll cats have a clean and tidy living environment, which can effectively reduce the risk of various diseases.

As a cat with a cleanliness obsession, Ragdoll cats like to lick and clean their bodies in daily life, which can lead to excessive intake of their own hair. When the body accumulates too much hair, it can easily cause hairball syndrome. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly feed Ragdoll cats with cat grass or cat grass flakes to help them eliminate hair.

The British Shorthair Cat is a very popular family pet, loved by people for its cute and adorable appearance and gentle personality.

From its appearance, the British Shorthair Cat has a sturdy and round body shape, well-developed muscles, and thick and short limbs. Full cheeks, small ears, big and round eyes, usually bright orange or brass color. The hair is short and dense, with a unique sense of heaviness, and feels as soft as plush to the touch. Common fur colors include the classic blue gray, silver, gold, cream, and other colors known as the English short blue cat, as well as tiger spots, two tone patterns, and more.

The British Shorthair Cat is gentle, friendly, independent, and not too clingy. They usually do not rely too much on their owners like other cats, making them suitable for owners who need pet companionship but are busy with work and life.Healthy British Shorthair cats typically have a lifespan of 12 to 20 years. But they are prone to some congenital diseases, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, so regular health checks and proper feeding are needed.

They have strong adaptability to new environments and are not prone to stress reactions, making them more suitable for urban apartment living. Although they are lively and active, they do not like to jump high and have moderate activity levels; If you don't control your diet a little, it's easy to gain weight.

Before raising British Shorthair cats, you also need to understand some of their drawbacks. Firstly, British Shorthair cats have a stubborn personality and may adapt slowly to new things and foods, and are not easy to train. Sometimes, they show an independent side and turn a blind eye to the instructions of their owners.

If you want a clingy cat, British Shorthair cats may not be suitable for you. Compared to other cats, British Shorthair cats usually do not like to be held for long periods of time or have too much physical contact. They like to be quiet and alone, sometimes showing coldness.

Although most British Shorthair cats are healthy, they also have some susceptibility to genetic diseases such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and polycystic kidney disease. Therefore, regular check ups and early prevention are important to avoid the pain and high treatment costs caused by these genetic diseases.

Taking into account various factors, as long as British Shorthair cats are given appropriate care, nurturing, and health monitoring, they are still very suitable pets for families.