Raising cats is different from raising dogs. Most of the people who keep cats nowadays keep cats at home and rarely go out. So that many cat owners have relaxed their vigilance, believing that cats will not encounter any danger at home. In fact, these places in our house will bring potential danger to cats, and some even threaten the life of cats.
Beside the dog
Now there are many families who like to keep cats and dogs together. Cats and dogs that have been raised together since childhood can live in harmony. But when unfamiliar cats and dogs meet, it is easy to cause trouble. When some dogs see the cats, they will chase and bite the cats, which may cause the cats to be injured or even "death" accidentally. Therefore, avoiding contact between cats and unfamiliar dogs is even more necessary.
Bathroom
A cat's body is super soft and can go through holes that appear to be much smaller than a cat's. If there is no floor drain installed in the sewer hole at the house, the curious and playful cat will get into the hole, and it is likely to get stuck in the hole or fall into the sewer.
Similarly, the toilet in the bathroom is also a "trap" that can easily lead to the death of cats, and it is even more dangerous to cats than the sewer. Compared to a sewer hole, a toilet has a bigger hole and has water in it. If a cat sneaks into the bathroom and climbs on the toilet to drink water, it is likely to fall into the toilet. First of all, if the cat drinks the water in the toilet by mistake, it will have an impact on the cat's health and cause problems such as diarrhea. What's more, if the cat accidentally falls into the toilet, it is likely to get stuck.
Near electrical appliances
Cats naturally like freedom, and in their eyes, nothing can restrain them. They can go anywhere in the house as long as they want. Especially in winter, cats like to lie on some electrical appliances to sleep, because the heat generated by the electrical appliances can keep the cats warm. However, if the quality of these electrical appliances is faulty, or if they are close to the power strip, the cat will be at risk of electric shock. Do not leave cats alone with appliances such as electric heaters, as they are particularly prone to problems. It is very common for cats to get burnt or burnt their fur by electric heaters.
There are also various electrical wires. Cats like to play with yarn, so they probably like to play with wires, too. If the cat is playing and bites and damages the wire, it is likely to get an electric shock. Therefore, when at home, the owner needs to hide the wires, such as the TV wire, or cover them with something, so that the cats cannot find them.
Kitchen
The kitchen does not seem dangerous to cats, but there are many hidden dangers in it. There are a lot of ingredients and foods that we store in the kitchen, that greedy and curious cats may want to try, but many of these foods are not suitable for cats, such as onions and chocolate. And some cats have the habit of turning over the trash can, so it is best to put the trash can in the kitchen, and then close the kitchen door to separate the cat from the kitchen where we make food. Not only does this eliminate potential hazards to cats in the kitchen, but it's also good for our health.
Windows and balconies
If you have cats in the house, you will find that cats like to climb and stay in high places. The cat's athletic ability is super strong, even if the window is high, if it wants to climb up, it will climb up, and the balcony is also. As a result, windows and balconies are often frequented by cats, but they are also high-risk areas. If the windows are not closed tightly, or the balcony has no security net, the cat will easily fall. Cats that fall from the lower floors may just run away, and there is no danger to their lives. If they fall from the upper floors, it is very dangerous.
Interior of the appliances and furniture
The interior space of dryers and washing machines is very attractive to cats, and they love narrow places. If the cat gets in and we don't notice it, it can be hazardous once the machine is started. Similarly, there are many cats who will sneak into the closet while the owner is sorting clothes. It's easy to lock them in at this point if we're not careful. If we happen to go out without noticing it, the cats will be in big trouble. In these places, it is difficult for cats to come out by themselves, and staying in such a small place for a long time will affect its life and health.
Near medicines and detergents
Chemical cleaning products are highly toxic to cats. Also, all types of antifreeze are toxic to cats. And the medicines we take every day. Cats need to use special pet medicines when they are sick. Human medicines not only fail to solve the problem, but also damage the cat's health. For example, aspirin and ibuprofen are highly toxic to cats. In addition, there are pain relievers, such as methamidophos. If your cat eats two regular doses of methamidophos within a 24-hour period, it is likely to have a fatal effect. To this end, we should keep all the medicines, detergents, etc. out of the reach of the cat. Don't let the cat play with the medicines that have fallen on the ground. You should pick them up in time and throw them away. To keep your cat from opening the cupboard where you store cleaning supplies, you can install a "safety latch" on the cabinet door.
