Cat grooming is not a subject that most cat owners give much thought to but as we all know, cats spend a great deal of their time licking their paws and rubbing them across their face or getting into unlikely positions in order to lick their backs, chests and other parts that we won’t mention here. Collectively, this activity is known as grooming. Short haired breeds of cat can usually groom themselves successfully without human intervention, but long haired cats such as Persians will definitely need help.

The grooming process is very important as it not only keeps the cat clean but removes loose hair. Without combing, a lot of this hair would end up in your cat’s stomach. Since hair is not easily digestible, it often forms hairballs and although cats often cough up hairballs, they can clog up their insides, leading to all sorts of health problems. Of course a good combing will get rid of a lot of the dirt etc. which a cat picks up daily and is also a great chance to look out for fleas and ticks.

If you think that your cat will hate being brushed, you may be amazed at how much he actually relishes the experience. Naturally, it is much simpler to get your cat used to grooming equipment when he is still a young kitten. Very lightly brush or comb over your cat’s coat, following the lie of the fur from the neck to the tail. Never brush against the lie of the fur as most cat’s dislike this intensely. If he begins to get irritable, stop brushing him and play with him for a few minutes until he is relaxed. Do not groom his face or paws with the brush or comb, as most cats do not like this.

While you are grooming your cat, have a look at his eyes and ears too. His eyes bright, without any discharge and his ears should be clean. Very dirty ears can indicate that your cat has ear mites. This condition can cause irreparable damage to your cats ears so be sure to take him to the vet to be checked over if you think that he may have mites. Grooming very long haired cats can be quite difficult as their coats can become matted, if left unattended for too long. If your cat will submit to you cutting away the matted parts, then that would be preferable. If he won’t stay still long enough for that, you may need to take the cat to a professional animal beautician or even to the vet, if he requires sedation.

Cat beds are not only nice to sleep in, but they can become necessary to your cat’s health. Heated cat beds help to keep your cat warm whilst protecting it from the cold during the winter season. It is also ideal for preventing your cat from become ill due to cold weather. Heated cat beds are also beneficial for cats that love to spend time in outside areas such as garages, porches and even family barns.

For older cats especially those with arthritis the heated cat bed can provide thermal and therapeutic benefits. It is also very beneficial for pets that constantly sleeping on hard and cold floors. Inside the heated cat bed there is a removable heater unit. You can used the bed indoors throughout the year. The ideal body temperature for cats is 102 degrees and the bed has two thermostats to ensure the bed temperature stays at that level. The heated cat bed has a thick and very soft, orthopedic mattress giving warmth, comfort and excellent therapeutic benefits to your pet.

Heated cat beds come in a wide range of designs, sizes, colors and materials. A larger heated cat bed will be big enough for a big cat or sufficient for few small cats that like to cuddle together. Each design has its own great features and functionalities. The “donut” design heated cat bed is for the cat that enjoys spreading itself all over the bed with its head sleeping on the pillow.

The frame of the heated cat bed is generally built from wood and easy to clean plastic. The structure is durable and has a steel-wrapped electrical cord. The heated cat bed is sometimes reinforced with a metal frame to give it more support and stability. Your pet will be able to relax and sleep in comfort. Some heated cat beds even let you swing and sway your cat to sleep. The cushion or mattress of the bed is usually made from fabrics such as double-sided faux fur or machine washable ultra suede. These cushions are filled with polyester fiber to give long lasting comfort and shape. Warm fleece material is usually for the inside of the heated cat bed.

With a heated cat bed you can help to keep your cat healthy, comfortable and happy. Cats spend a great deal of time sleeping and a cozy bed is most desirable. With a comfortable and correct size bed your cat will have a more relaxed sleep. The elevated heated cat bed can give your cat comfort, support and protection from the cold floor while sleeping. It also stops your cat from sharing your bed and disturbing your sleep.