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Transitions are never an easy thing in life—especially when food is the focus of the transition. When young pets (in this case, kittens, specifically) are about to be introduced to solid pet food, certain things should be done.
Today, we at Pet Centre of Sparta wanted to lend a few tips to any cat owner (past, present, or future) that is aiming to get through weaning kittens from milk to solid pet food! Let’s get started.
As always, whenever it comes to anything that concerns your pet, it is best to consult the animal healthcare practitioner that you trust. They will be able to give you an idea of the time table that it would take for your pet to become used to the idea of solid food.
Pet food can come as quite a surprise for systems that are used to primarily liquid form of sustenance. A lot of the time, kittens tend to reject solid food and their health ends up suffering because of it. At this point in time—or preferably before the time comes—it would be wise to consult with your pet’s doctor to make sure that you are going to approach the whole thing as best as possible.
If your kitten is around 3 to 4 weeks old, they should be ready to be introduced to solid food. If the kitten is still with the mother, you can check for signs that they are ready by seeing if they try to eat what the mother is eating.
If the kitten has been orphaned prior to the 3rd or 4th week, there is a big chance that the kitten will be more inclined to start solid food a lot earlier. If you spot the signs that they are ready to be introduced to solid food, have your chosen kitten food ready. Always trust your instincts when it comes to your pet. If you think they are ready, test it out. If they show that they aren’t, do not force the issue. Your pet needs you to be attentive—especially in this point in time.
The weaning process should roughly take around 3-4 weeks. Depending on the needs of your kitten, it may actually take even longer. Start off with introducing a bit of wet food or some kibble that’s been moistened with a bit of water.
Kittens need to eat but they also need to up the strength of their teeth. So it would do no good to keep feeding them something that is overly soft. Be prepared for your kitten to reject the food every now and then. This is where your patience will be sorely needed. Kittens need owners that are patient with them so that they’ll have a good environment to explore and learn.
It is also important to note that since they are still learning to eat, they may be quite messy so prep yourself for that as well.
Weaning kittens need to be kept warm—more than usual. The transition is going to mess up their body’s normal systems since its being introduced to something new while simultaneously limiting what they’re used to. Make sure that they have a good place to bundle up. Add a few extra blankets around where they sleep but make sure that they have sufficient room to breathe.
If your kitten is presently in the process of weaning, you can expect them to gravitate towards warm things a lot more. This can mean that your kitten will want to snuggle with you more so take full advantage of this time and keep your pet warm!
So there you have it! We at Pet Centre of Sparta hope that the information we’ve shared helps with the weaning of the kittens in your life! What are your thoughts about this? What steps have you taken to wean your kitties?
In a pet’s life food plays a really big part. It isn’t just the food that is given on a rather frequent basis. Even the “snacks” or treats that we give them play a rather large part into it. This is something that a lot of pet owners tend to have debates about.
For today’s discussion, we wanted to discuss the importance of bully stick doggie treats and why they must certainly play a role in your dog’s life. We’re not just talking about treats as they are used to train new pups. Treats go beyond that. If used properly, treats can be utilized for a great many positive things. Our favorites just happen to be Pawstruck – bully sticks.
Treats Enforce Discipline—For Both Parties
When we say “both parties” we are, of course, referring to both the pet and their owner. You see, once a pet gets a taste or a whiff of the scent of the treat, the dog (regardless of age) will bound up quite excitedly just to obtain the treat. If the dog is able, they will indeed try to pounce on their owner.
If the owner gives the treat in that state, they are enforcing the idea that it is okay to be hyper and to even leap upon their owners. If the treat is withheld until the pet is in a much calmer state, the owner is teaching their pet that calm must supersede.
In this exchange, there must be the balance between the owner and the pet in order to make use of treats effectively. Treats can be a good tool for both the pet and owner to learn how to be on their best behavior and pick up healthier habits.
Treats Can Boost Health
When treats are used properly, they can actually be sued to boost the health of a pet. There are a lot of different treats which have different ingredients that are known to help dogs with their bodily complaints.
It is also true that there are certain treats with ingredients that can end up being harmful to a pet. The greatest distinction would have to be on the part of the pet owner. It must be their role to distinguish which ones are best to suit the health of the animal in their care.
The treat that must be given should suit the age, health condition, and the breed of the animal. When done right, treats can help to keep teeth healthy, boost energies, and to expel any toxins from the animal’s body.
Treats Strengthen Bonds
There is no secret about the fact that pet dogs love treats. What pet trainers will tell you is that treats aren’t just used to enforce good behavior. They are made to establish a bond that is stronger than any other.
The one who gives the treats is the one that the dog will be loyal to the most—this is a fact that a lot of people tend to ignore. It is not affection or discipline which will win you the love of a pet. It is the person who gives the treats. There is a reason why strangers train dogs they only give treats after meeting specific tasks but never more.
This is to make sure that the animal is not confused as to whom their allegiance must be.
So there you have it! We at Pet Centre of Sparta would love to hear your thoughts regarding treats and the role they have to play in the lives of dogs. What are you thoughts about it? Do you give your pets treats? What role to treats play?