{"id":933,"date":"2017-04-11T13:17:35","date_gmt":"2017-04-11T20:17:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rocklinranchvet.com\/blog\/?p=933"},"modified":"2024-07-25T05:21:29","modified_gmt":"2024-07-25T12:21:29","slug":"indoor-cat-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rocklinranchvet.com\/blog\/indoor-cat-care\/","title":{"rendered":"A String Around Your Finger: Don\u2019t Forget About Indoor Cat Care"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Many cat owners are amazing at keeping routine wellness appointments for their indoor felines. However, anecdotal evidence shows that a large number of indoor cats do not receive regular veterinary care. If this sounds familiar, we understand that it\u2019s often easier to remain at home than to force a cat to travel. Plus, cats \u2013 especially those who are safe from accidental injury or exposure to disease \u2013 give the impression they don\u2019t really need a check-up. However, indoor cat care is vital to health and longevity.<\/p>\n

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More About That Impression<\/h3>\n

Even highly responsible cat owners shrug off routine care. Much of this has to do with the stress associated with the travel kennel<\/a> and possibly upsetting experiences in the past. Indoor cats may also be perceived as being \u201chealthier\u201d because they aren\u2019t directly exposed to parasites or fights with other animals.<\/p>\n

Wellness care is certainly more of a priority for outdoor cats, yet indoor cat care hinges on the same factors: parasite prevention<\/a> and vaccinations<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s important to note that indoor cats can become infected with heartworm via mosquitoes found inside the home. They can also become infested with fleas that hitch a ride and can even contract rabies if a feral animal gets inside. It\u2019s always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to indoor cat care.<\/p>\n

Hide and Seek<\/h3>\n

To further complicate this issue, the feline species is notorious for hiding signs of injury or illness. As a method of self-preservation, you may not necessarily know that your indoor cat is suffering. With routine care once or twice a year, we have the opportunity to check for anything amiss with your cat\u2019s health, making early detection and effective treatments possible.<\/p>\n

If an illness progress to the point where you notice symptoms, you may be looking at an emergency situation. Some of the most common medical conditions facing cats include:<\/p>\n