Veterinarians share 11 things every cat owner should do

Sophia MitrokostasAug 1, 2020, 21:25 IST

Veterinarians told Insider some of their best pieces of advice for cat owners.Europa Press News / Getty Images

Veterinarians told Insider about a few things they think all cat owners should be doing.
The experts said getting your cat vaccinated is a top priority and should be done in a timely manner.
Vets told Insider that your cat's litter box should be big enough for them, and you should have more litter boxes than you do cats.
Make sure your cat has access to water and scratching posts at all times.

Taking care of a cat isn't always easy, but proper pet care can help keep your feline happy and healthy.

Here's what every cat owner should do for their pet, according to veterinarians.

Get your kittens and cats vaccinated on time.

Before your cat is an adult, there are a few vaccinations they should have. iStock

Cats are often safer when they spend most of their time indoors. Chris McGrath/Getty Images

Having plenty of scratching posts is important for a cat. iStock / Getty Images Plus/ Anna Volgina

Many cats prefer to eat far away from other animals. Patricia Hofmeester / EyeEm / Getty Images

Cats should have water dishes or fountains available. Gabriel Quintana/Getty

One litter box is not enough for two cats. iStock

If your cat doesn't like their litter box, they'll often let you know. Thorsten Nilson / EyeEm / Getty Images

Spaying and neutering can help you avoid unwanted litters. SbytovaMN/ iStock

Some cats might enjoy catnip, too. Shutterstock

A microchip can help you reunite with your pet if they ever get lost. Shutterstock

Always have a cat screened for this virus before introducing them to other cats. photo_master2000 / Shutterstock