{"id":583,"date":"2019-04-17T18:11:12","date_gmt":"2019-04-17T18:11:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bowmanvet.com\/?p=583"},"modified":"2021-08-18T13:07:25","modified_gmt":"2021-08-18T20:07:25","slug":"the-cats-meow-cat-health-and-preventive-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bowmanvet.com\/blog\/the-cats-meow-cat-health-and-preventive-care\/","title":{"rendered":"The Cat\u2019s Meow: Cat Health And Preventive Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Anyone who has had or currently has cats knows what special creatures they are. They are clever, independent, have the athletic ability of Olympic athletes, and can be incredibly sweet. It\u2019s no surprise that we love our cats and want to keep them well. But keeping them healthy takes more than just bringing them to the vet when they\u2019re sick. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to cat health, <\/span>Bowman Veterinary Hospital<\/span><\/a> focuses on preventive care. Read on to learn how to keep your cat happy and well for their lifetime. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Cat Health Basics<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Feed a high quality diet \u2013<\/b> cats are obligate carnivores. This means they need specific amino acids only found in meat to survive. Feed the highest quality diet you can, and beware of fad diets and trendy pet foods that could harm your cat. <\/span>Your veterinarian<\/span><\/a> is the best source of information when it comes to nutrition for your kitty. Ask us any questions you have at your cat\u2019s <\/span>annual wellness exam<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercise your cat \u2013<\/b> it may seem like your cat sleeps 24 hours a day, but they do need exercise, too! The best (and most fun) way to exercise your cat is to elicit her natural behaviors. This gives them the benefits of exercise and mental stimulation at the same time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try these ideas:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n