What to watch out for in November if you have a cat?

Cats and autumn don’t always get along. In November, the cold season begins and pets may be affected by the drop in temperatures and some effects typical of this period.

In this article, you will find out what to look out for in November if you have a cat.

Things to know for cats in November

Short days, changes in diet, moulting, parasites … here is a list of everything you need to keep in mind for the month of November if you have a feline friend at home.

Change of cloak!

Moulting is one of the effects of autumn on our cat friends. With the change of season also begins the change of the hair, which takes place both in spring and in autumn and must be addressed with care.

This is because felines are very hygiene-conscious animals and for this reason they lick their coats quite frequently.

When the hair begins to fall out, however, they can gulp down lumps of hair which can be dangerous for their health if ingested in excess (so-called hairballs). To avoid this, it is essential to have the perfect brush to brush the cat’s fur at least a couple of times a week.

Regular brushing helps remove even dead hair and promotes blood circulation.

A help against the cold

Respiratory disorders, joint pain or intestinal discomfort are some of the typical fall ailments for domestic cats.

The effects are more relevant when the drop in temperatures occurs suddenly. Therefore it is essential to avoid – if possible – the sudden changes in temperature by Micio!

Parasites don’t hibernate!

Even in the fall, pets have to deal with parasites. Among the most annoying we find:

• The fleas. With the cold season they look for a warm place – like the fluffy fur of cats – to spend the winter. In order to effectively solve the problem, it is important to subject Micio to an anti-parasite treatment and, if necessary, to consult a veterinarian.
• The worms. Resistant to cold, they can cause some problems to our feline friends: for this reason the cat must be dewormed.
• Ticks, which also proliferate in autumn (between 0 ° and 20 ° C).

Cats in November: what can they eat?

To help the cat prevent ailments and counteract the laziness of the autumn season, it can be useful adapt the power supply of Micio asking for advice from the vet.

Given the lowering of temperatures it will be necessary to insert slightly more caloric foodsin particular rich in proteins, vitamins, good fats and mineral salts.