Your Ragdoll cat needs to have its nails trimmed about once a month. If you can hear your cat’s nails going across the kitchen floor it’s time for a trimming. Never use a pair of scissors when trimming your Ragdoll cat’s nails. Use cat nail trimmers or even a pair of nail clippers for humans.
Most cats don’t like having their nails trimmed so it best to go slowly. Choose a quiet area of the house like a bathroom where you can shut the door. To expose the nail, press down on the top of each toe and the pad of the paw between your thumb and forefinger. Clip the nail above the pink area. Never clip the pink part of the nail. If you’re uncomfortable clipping his area cut the nail just before the curve.
If you’re uncomfortable trimming your cat’s nails watch your veterinarian or groomer and ask for some tips. The hardest part of trimming nails is getting your cat comfortable and letting you do it. With a little time and patience, you’ll be trimming your Ragdoll cat’s nails like a pro.
Adult cats with healthy lifestyles require cat food formulated for their individual stage of life. Quality, premium cat foods come in different varieties for each stage of your cat’s life. You should monitor your cat’s food intake and pay attention to body shape and weight.
Your adult cat should have a body that is proportioned; you should be able to discern the waist behind the ribs, and feel some fat covering the ribs. If your cat is overweight consult your veterinarian. If your cat is not eating, has lack of appetite and is lethargic, get to your veterinarian for an examination.
Cats nibble throughout the day. There should be dry food and fresh water left out at all times. Adult cats require a high level of protein in their diets. Stick to a quality cat food recommended by your veterinarian. If you have dogs in the house don’t allow your cat to eat dog food. Your Ragdoll cat can start an adult formula of cat food after one year of age. Adult maintenance cat food should not be used for cats that are pregnant or nursing kittens.
Many veterinarians consider cats to be seniors at age 12. As your cat ages, dietary requirements change and your cat needs fewer calories. Your veterinarian can suggest a senior diet appropriate for your cat. Be careful not to overfeed your Ragdoll cat at any age and avoid feeding table scraps to your cat.
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