Scottish cats love to stand like gophers
Sometimes the behavior of Scottish cats causes laughter and tenderness. The ability to stand funny is a feature inherent in almost all cats of the Scottish breed. When they are reaching for something or are interested in something that is not in their field of vision, they stand on their hind legs and hold their front legs in front of them. In this position they are very stable and can spend quite a lot of time. If your cat doesn’t do this yet, don’t worry: sooner or later the perfect moment for photography will come.
The cat rides on his butt: the reason is that he has allergies
Rarely, the cause of this cat behavior may be an allergy to food or something else. As a result, the cat may develop irritation in the anus, which he will try to scratch on the floor. In this case, you will need to introduce anti-inflammatory suppositories (on the advice of a veterinarian) and eliminate the allergen from the apartment.
Most often, the allergen is found in food. In this case, it will not be difficult to identify it. Just keep in mind that if you do this experimentally, it will take quite a long time to carry out the experiment, because... manifestations of allergies do not disappear until the body completely removes the allergen (including from the bloodstream), and this takes from several days to 2 weeks. That is, it will be necessary to spend at least a week testing each suspicious product.
Behavioral instincts
Most cats turn out to be real clean people and are willing to spend a lot of time licking their fur. This behavior is driven by natural instincts:
- Cleaning up after the hunt . Cats are predators, so after meals they need to remove the blood of their “prey” from their coats.
- Calming effect . This procedure calms the animal and relieves stress. It is believed that by cleaning the fur with their tongue, cats lick vitamin B from it, which is necessary for normalizing psychological balance.
- Disguise method . Washing is not just a standard ritual; cats use it to mask their scent. This allows wild animals to remain undetected for as long as possible during the hunt.
- Protective reflex . With their rough tongue they distribute fatty lubricant - secretory lard, which protects the coat and gives it elasticity.
- Purity. Licking is also a hygienic procedure, as a result of which cats keep their fur clean, including in the intimate area.
Fur coat length. As a rule, hairless and short-haired pets are easier to care for their skin and coat. But the owners of a luxurious, long fur coat are less fortunate. Often, access to “that very” place is difficult for them. And if a long-haired pet suddenly begins to “ride” along the floor on the “fifth point”, choosing rough surfaces, then it is worth looking under its tail and assessing the condition of the fur in this place. Perhaps dirt, fecal particles have stuck to it, tangles have appeared, or foreign objects, such as plant twigs, have become stuck.
The cat rides on his butt: the reason is that he swallowed something
If your cat rides on his butt, this is in any case a reason to look under his tail. Perhaps he is trying to get rid of something that just can't come out. For example, from thread, rain or polyethylene. If this is the case and the foreign object is sticking out of the butt, very carefully remove it. But if it's Christmas tree rain, it can damage the intestines like a blade. Therefore, the rain cannot be delayed, you can only cut it off and wait until the next portion comes out on its own.
After removing the foreign object, monitor the cat's stool: if there is blood in it, this is a reason to contact the veterinarian, because blood may indicate internal bleeding.
Ambassador: One morning my fat man started riding on his butt. (I have short hair, and the undertail is kind of neat, it doesn’t get dirty.) I’m shocked. Well, I think it's fucked up. Worms. Then the cat stood up, and there was something long sticking out of his ass!!!!! I'm totally panicking!! I take a glove, well, I think I’ll pull out the asshole worm. Not so. The cat screamed and ran away... Then he comes back happy. I look: there is nothing. I go out into the kitchen and see “IT” on the floor. I approach carefully, look... and this is an ordinary thread!!!!!! My friend ate the curtains and ate the thread.
Diarrhea is one of the reasons for “riding on the butt”
Cats suffering from diarrhea may clean their butts on the flooring, carpet or other rough surface. In this case, the behavior of the animals has nothing to do with the quality and length of their fur. Thanks to friction, the pet tries to solve two problems at once:
- Get rid of extraneous, unpleasant odor.
- Eliminate itching sensations that occur due to irritation of the mucous membrane in the anal area.
Treatment. When the cat does not have frequent bowel movements, but is bothered by itching, veterinarians recommend using rectal suppositories that have enveloping and antibacterial properties.
During the recovery period, the animal should not push too hard, so it is prescribed a light diet.
How to feed Scottish Fold cats
The easiest way is to stick to ready-made wet and dry food. It is better to choose from lines of proven brands, because only high-quality complete food provides the animal with all the necessary proteins, fats, carbohydrates, microelements and vitamins. In addition, you can sometimes give healthy treats that not only help diversify the menu, but also, for example, help clean the animal’s teeth.
Select a ready-made diet taking into account the characteristics of the animal - age, health status and the presence of chronic diseases, sterilization, pregnancy and lactation.
Another option is natural products such as meat and offal, cereals. But ordinary food from the human table is prohibited for the Scots. It simply will not provide the cat’s body with everything it needs, and sometimes it can even pose a danger to their life.
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When deciding what to feed your Scottish Fold, consider what kind of food he was accustomed to while he lived with the breeder. A sudden change will not benefit the animal, and the kitten may simply refuse unusual food. Even if you decide to change your diet, you need to do it gradually.
Representatives of this breed are often prone to obesity. This must be taken into account when planning your diet. You should not overfeed your pet, as obesity can lead to a number of health problems.
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