Cats are one of the easiest pets to have inside your home. They are comforting, easy to snuggle up to, pet, and fall in love with. Yet, in order to make you and your pet happy within your home you must be aware of cat health questions that most owners will face at some point along the way.

It is very easy to find answers to simple feline ownership concerns such as how to properly clean out a littler box and keep it sanitary, but there are many issues of cat health that most owners never consider until a problem arises. Let's look at 3 very different questions that are commonly asked by owners.

Can cats take painkillers?

If your cat experiences something that could result in pain you should watch them closely. They are very good at hiding their pain as a natural instinct, so look for any signs of them withdrawing from the household or otherwise not behaving as usual. It is very difficult for some homeowners to imagine the pets they love being in pain, but it is something that can be overlooked if you don't know that cat pain is not always obvious.

If you do think they are in pain, you will have to take them to the vet to receive the proper medication to bring some relief. Never try to give a cat pain killers used for humans or dogs, as they are designed quite differently than other species of animals. Your pet will need a specific type of medication and it must be given at the proper dosage or it can be dangerous.

Can you catch a disease from your cat?

Just as it's hard for owners to imagine their pets in pain, it is difficult to realize that there are some diseases that can pass from a feline to a human. Most owners are not aware of this issue, so it is important to become aware and make others in your home aware of this.

This doesn't mean that you have to get rid of your cat to be safe. You just have to take proper care of every animal in your household. Care includes making sure they are vaccinated on schedule, cleaning the litter box properly and routinely, and maintaining a regular grooming schedule.

How long will my cat live?

The feline species can fall victim to some of the life threatening diseases that humans face, such as cancer. Given that your cat avoids that serious disaster and is healthy, you can expect them to live in your house for a long time. The life span of felines has considerably lengthened, with some living over twenty years.

The typical age at death is around 9, but it is entirely possible for a healthy, well cared for cat to live much longer today.

As long as you are familiar with these cat health questions, as well as a variety of other care concerns, you will likely have many years to enjoy your pet.

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Debbie Foster is the owner of Pet Beds Unlimited and an avid animal lover. You’ll find a wide selection of quality pet beds, dog crates, dog carriers, dog pens, cat beds, cat carriers, small dog beds, large dog beds, pet strollers and more at http://petbedsunlimited.com.