First, the suitable temperature for cats
1, 22℃~25 is what cats feel The most comfortable temperature range.
Because the cat’s body temperature is a few degrees higher than that of the human body, the temperature that cats feel suitable for will naturally be higher than the temperature that humans think is suitable. Under normal circumstances, our human body thinks that the suitable temperature is 18℃~24℃. When the air conditioner is turned on in the hot summer, we usually set it to this temperature range, and then cover it with a thin quilt, which is very comfortable. The cat’s body feels that the suitable temperature is 22 ℃ ~ 25 ℃, this temperature is the most comfortable and favorite, and it can fall asleep anytime and anywhere when it is comfortable.
2. The temperature range of 28℃~30℃ will feel a little hot for cats.
If our pet cat would like to lie on the floor at this time, and use the temperature of the floor to dissipate heat. Because the sweat glands of cats are not developed, they can only rely on their tongues and soles to dissipate heat. Therefore, in the case of high temperature in summer, cats are prone to heatstroke. Cats can increase the amount of water they drink to cool their bodies. So once summer comes, owners should prepare more water for cats to drink, and pay special attention to the amount of water their cats drink.
3. 32℃~35℃ For humans, this temperature range is already very hot, and cats are no exception.
If our own cats are better, cat stars can lie down on the cool tiles in the house to enjoy the shade or go to the fan from time to time to cool themselves down. However, if it is a stray cat outside, the day will be very difficult, which may cause the cat to suffer from heat stroke. The temperature in the morning and evening is low, and the stray cat can still be calm. If it is hot, stray cats can only hide in the shade of a tree to escape the heat or in a humid and dangerous area. And once the temperature is too high in summer, the cat’s temper will also become irritable.
4, 38 ℃~40 ℃ reaching this temperature is very hot for cats.
When cats feel hot most of the time, they will try to stay in a cool place and stay still, so as to reduce the consumption of their own abilities and maintain their body temperature. I will keep looking for shaded places, especially near fans and in air-conditioned rooms. At this time, parents should pay attention. Although they are also very hot, for the sake of the cat’s health, the temperature must be adjusted to above 28 degrees when the cat is there, and the cat cannot stay in the air-conditioned room for too long, otherwise It may cause the cat to get air-conditioning disease, and it is easy to catch a cold. Then it is necessary to replenish its water intake in time. In summer, cats are prone to dehydration. It is especially important for them to drink more water.
Second, the performance of cat fever
1. Stick out the tongue
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Most of the cat’s sweat glands are on the soles of the feet, but if the temperature is too high, if the cat feels very hot, it will frequently spit out its pink and tender tongue to dissipate heat by sticking out the tongue, which will make the cat feel cool. a lot of.
2. Lying on the ground
In the case of hot weather, the cat will spread its limbs, lie on the ground for a long time, and dissipate heat by sticking its belly to the floor , is probably the cat’s favorite way.
3. Increased water intake
Usually many cats don’t like to drink water, but if the temperature is too high, it will cause the cat’s body to lose water, and it will consciously Replenish water. If the owner sees that the cat drinks water frequently and the water intake also increases, it means that its own body temperature is very high, which has exceeded the range that the cat can bear. The owner must take measures to cool the cat appropriately.
Third, how to avoid heat stroke in cats
1. Add more water to cats
You can prepare a few more pots of water and put it in the area where the cat usually eats. When it feels hot, it will consciously drink water. Don’t let it get thirsty and run out of water to help the cat cool down and prevent dehydration.
2. Clean the floor
When the weather is hot, cats will like to lie on the ground. It is best for the owner to clean the floor and let it lie on the ground safely to dissipate heat. .
3. Appropriate blowing fans and air conditioners
The temperature of the air conditioner for the cat should not be too low, it is appropriate to adjust it to 28 degrees, and at the same time, it should not be allowed to blow the air conditioner for too long. Let the cat develop the habit of blowing the air conditioner to prevent it from developing air conditioner disease, which can cause heat stroke or cold when it is cold and hot, and the same is true for blowing a fan.
Four. Precautions for cooling cats
1. Be careful with cats Shaving
Some owners may see that their cat is too hot, and want to shave the cat to cool it down, but it is recommended that the owner should not do this, because many cats are very If the owner resists shaving, if the owner rushes to shave it, it may be scratched by the cat’s resistance, and it may cause the cat to suffer from depression. Because cats are all beauty-loving animals, shaving will hurt their hearts and may make them depressed for a long time. In fact, there is no need for the owner to do this. The cat will shed its hair to dissipate heat in the hot summer.
2. Prevention of parasitic infection in cats
In addition to the high temperature in summer, which will make cats feel hot, it is also a season that is easy to breed bacteria and infect parasites. There are more lice and fleas in summer, and it is difficult for cats not to be affected by them, and they may cause infection if they are not careful. So the hotter the day, the more the owner should pay attention to the cleaning of the cat. Even if the cat is dewormed on a regular basis, the cat’s activity area should be restricted, and the cat should not be allowed to play in some dirty places. Pet contact with parasites. Groom your cat more. If parasites are found on their body, they should be removed as soon as possible while they are not serious. You can buy Fonuoen skin spray and Fonet ointment to effectively deworm it according to the instructions in the manual.
3. Adjust the diet and have enough water
When the summer is hot, the cat’s appetite may also decrease. The pet owner can try to make some light food for them, such as vegetable porridge Wait. If the cat doesn’t like it and it is difficult to adapt, there is no need to make any changes, so it is best for the owner to think through the taste and habits of his cat first. However, when the weather is hot, the cat is likely to lose too much water and feel very thirsty. The owner must prepare enough water for it to drink when it is thirsty.
In the above, we shared the measures and precautions for cooling cats in the hot summer. I hope that the cats of your friends will not be affected by the high temperature in summer. troubled.
