Cat Care Advice

 

Owning and caring for a cat can be very rewarding, but it's a big responsibility and a long-term commitment in terms of care and cost. Typically, cats live for around fourteen years, but many may live for much longer (If you own or are responsible for a cat, even on a temporary basis, you are required by law to care for him/ her properly.

 

 

There is no single "perfect" way to care for all cats because every cat and every situation is different. Many cats are given outside access, whilst some may be kept as indoor- only pets. It's up to you how you look after your cat, but you must take reasonable steps to ensure that you meet all their needs.

 

Under the Animal Welfare Act, pet owners are legally abliged to provide for the following five basic welfare needs.

 

1. A suitable place to live.

 

2. A healthy diet, including fresh clean water.

 

3. The ability to behave normally.

 

4. Appropriate company, including any need to be housed with, or apart from, other animals.

 

5. Protection from pain, suffering, injury and disease.

 

There is a full booklet of "HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR CAT" visit  WWW.RSPCA.ORG.UK/CATS