Mancat Monday from Bed

It's Mancat Monday, and Evan wanted to share some photos from his favorite bed.

That's the kitty bed Evan got for his birthday last year. It's his favorite bed and he spends a lot of time in it. I always put a blanket in it for him, which Evan loves. I do that not only to make the bed even more cushy, but also because my orange boy is a urinary incontinent little guy and so I'm trying to help the poor bed combat that as much as possible. The blanket gets changed out very often, typically multiple times a day, and that usually keeps the bed from succumbing to too much trauma. That said, the bed still gets cleaned almost daily. Evan's beds and blankets simply don't survive long without a trip to the washer.

Next up is a blooper from when Evan took a bath in his bed. This hind limb paralyzed boy's baths always look cute and so very special.

Evan and all of us here wish you a magnificent Monday!

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Flashback Doodle of the Day

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Tip of the Day

Our current topic of conversation stems back to the fact that it is National Cat Health Month. Our last tip regarded diet, and we made a comment on the fact that your kitty's weight will indeed help determine the best diet for them. Today's tip is a continuation of that topic of weight. If your cat is overweight, for example, then portion control is of course important, as is the type of food, frequency of feedings, and other such factors. There are weight loss cat foods on the market, these often focusing on high protein intake, but do be sure to discuss with a veterinarian your kitty's weight and the best diet to help them live a healthy, fit life. Similarly, if a cat is underweight, such as due to an illness, diet can play a large role in increasing their weight and overall health. Again, discuss with a veterinarian what type and quantity of food to feed your cat in order to achieve an optimal weight.

Moving on from diet, though, we'll now briefly discuss activity level. We'll primarily discuss this in terms of overweight cats, as activity level indeed affects this greatly. So, especially if your cat is overweight, engage them in various activities and games each day. You can grab a toy and play chase or catch with them. Wand toys, as you all certainly know, are often great at getting cats up and moving. You can also enlist the help of more advanced interactive toys, which can keep your cat busy without you having to do all the work. Anything that is safe yet that also keeps your kitty's interest and prompts them to move around and participate in daily activity can be a great benefit to their body condition and overall health.

The above being said, if your cat is in any way ill or injured, such as with asthma or an injury, do be sure to discuss with a veterinarian what types of activity are safe for them. Diet and activity level will both of course play a large roll in keeping your cat's weight in a healthy range, but not all diets and activity levels are suited for all cats. So, if your cat is overweight, or even underweight, perhaps do some research, discuss your individual kitty's condition with a veterinarian, and then remain motivated and optimistic about getting your kitty healthy and fit.