Health and Wellness for Cats!

Content: Cats are known to be mysterious creatures with a wide range of personalities. A cat may be friendly, curious, active or aloof. In general, these furry creatures aren’t usually very thrilled to suddenly find themselves in places with lots of other strange animals.

They can even be startled by a pet sitter coming into their home. Cats like the familiar and tend to resist change with every fiber of their furry being. They are very vulnerable to sickness when they’re kept near other cats. Their vulnerability increases when they are separated from their people and home. Any added emotional stress lowers their resistance and makes them an excellent target for illness.

Regular check-ups are important to not only track the health of the feline in your care but also just to account for their physical presence. Just like dogs, cats can be escape artists as well. You want to ensure all paws are accounted for whether you are a pet care center or a pet-sitter. This activity will help get you started on the basics of what to look for in your feline clients to ensure they are happy and healthy.

Prior to Lunch & Learn Session:

• Review the content of this activity to ensure you are comfortable presenting the material and prepare your thoughts to share with the team on the importance of this topic.
• Print a copy of the checklist for each attendee.