The incredible summer heat is not only difficult for people. For cats and cats, such days become a real test. A warm coat promotes overheating. The animal refuses food, and the owner is thinking what is most suitable for the pet's diet in the heat.
In the summer heat, an active and cheerful pet becomes lethargic and passive. Most hard on fluffy animals. Pets of a brachycephalic breed can get heatstroke - these are those with a shortened facial part of the skull: British, exotic and Persians. Through the shortened spout, hot air enters the lungs directly. The animal stops getting up, breathes heavily and does not move. At the same time, he refuses any food offered by the owner.
If your pet refuses to eat, do not insist. First of all, you should try to cool the room. If you have an air conditioner, this will not be difficult. If there is no air conditioner, moisten the cat with water at room temperature several times during the day. After water procedures, your pet will want to eat, and you can feed him.
Summer is not a time when you need to change something in your diet. In hot weather, food should be fresh and familiar to your cat. Include in the diet more foods that were a treat for your pet. Keep feeding utensils clean at all times. Remove leftovers and wash bowls immediately after feeding.
A pet that consumes only canned liquid or dry food will also have to be fed only its usual food. It is not recommended to introduce new foods into the diet or switch the animal to other feeds in the heat.
To reduce the stress on the digestive and cardiovascular systems, eat small meals. Restricting food in extreme heat will not harm your pet's health.
Wash the drinker thoroughly at all times. Pour fresh water into a bowl 4 times a day. The heat promotes the rapid growth of bacteria. If you don't pay close attention to keeping the bowls clean, your cat can get sick.
If the air temperature is above 30 degrees, stop walking or take the cat outside early in the morning or late at night. Intense exercise increases appetite.
