Are cats afraid of heat

Although cats’ ancestors lived in the desert and can adapt to high temperatures, some cats are actually afraid of heat. The following are 5 signs that cats are afraid of heat. Once the cats at home show this, the owner should pay attention to cooling the cats down!

5 signs that cats are afraid of heat

Find a cool place to sleep

In summer, cats like to find a cool place to sleep, because they are afraid of heat. Cats who are afraid of heat just want to stay away from their owners in summer, and hide as far as they can.
You can find that cats often sleep under the bed and in corners, because they will not be exposed to the sun. In addition, cats will also go to places with fans and air conditioners to sleep.

Often lie on the floor

If you find that cats don’t like to go to bed in the summer, let alone sleep in the cat bed, but like to lie on the floor to sleep, even when they are not sleeping, it means that cats are very afraid of heat.
This is because the tiles on the floor are cold, and the cat’s belly against the floor can play a cooling role. If the cat is afraid of heat, you can prepare an aluminum basin, and the cat can sleep in it to cool down the cat.

Sleeping with four legs up

We all know that cats will only use the four-legged sleeping position when they sleep in a trusting environment. If the cat’s most common sleeping position in summer is sleeping with four legs up, it means that the cat is very afraid of heat.
This is because the cat wants to expose its belly so that the body heat can be released from the belly, so that it can sleep more comfortably.

Drinking water more often

People who have raised cats should know that most cats don’t like to drink water. If the cat drinks water more often in summer, it means that the cat is really afraid of heat.
This is because in summer, the cat’s body water loss is very fast, it is easy to feel thirsty, and drinking water can also cool the body. Cats don’t like to drink water, you can put some freeze-dried snacks in the water bowl to attract cats to drink water.

Poor appetite

Because the weather is too hot and cats are afraid of heat, they will also show poor appetite, eat less, or even stop eating cat food. If a cat has this behavior, you must pay attention to it, as it has a great impact on the cat’s health.
In addition to cooling down the cat, the cat owner should also choose a cat food with good palatability to improve the cat’s appetite.
Conclusion: Does your cat also have these behaviors?

Does your kitten often lie on the floor with its belly exposed? Maybe it’s hot. Cats are animals native to deserts, so they are relatively heat-tolerant, but they are not completely immune to heat. What cats fear most in summer is the loss of moisture due to overheating. Loss of moisture can lead to heatstroke. 

Therefore, cats need to pay attention to the following points in summer:

Provide cats with plenty of clean water: 

Water is the source of life. For cats, water intake is an important factor in maintaining health. In summer, due to the high temperature, cats will emit more moisture through breathing and skin, so they need to drink more water to supplement. If a cat is dehydrated, it will cause thick blood, increase the burden on the heart, and even cause problems such as urinary tract stones. In order to make cats drink more water, we can take some of the following measures:

Change the water frequently to keep the water fresh.
Use a water fountain or add some ice cubes to attract your cat’s interest.
Place multiple water bowls at home so your cat can drink from them at any time.
Add some wet food or clear soup to cat food to increase water intake.
Observe your cat’s water intake and urine output. If any abnormalities are found, seek medical attention promptly.
Provide cats with a cool place: Although cats like warmth, they can become uncomfortable if the temperature is too high. Overheating can cause symptoms such as sweating, difficulty breathing, listlessness, and loss of appetite in cats. Therefore, in summer, we need to provide cats with a cool, ventilated and comfortable place so that they can rest and escape the heat.
In order to provide a cool place for cats, we can take some of the following measures:
Avoid exposing cats directly to the sun. You can use curtains or sunshade cloth to block the strong light.
Use an air conditioner or fan to regulate indoor temperature and humidity, but do not blow air on your cat.
Use an ice pack or ice pillow to cool your cat, but be sure to wrap it well to avoid frostbite.
Use breathable materials such as bamboo mats or straw mats to lay the cat’s nest or bed.
Use a wet towel or spray to wipe the cat’s body or spray the cat’s hair, and use the cooling effect of evaporation to cool down.

Cat hair can also be clipped, which is a job that requires patience and skill, especially if your cat has long or tangled hair. You can choose to go to a professional pet groomer or trim your cat’s hair at home, but you must pay attention to safety and hygiene. 

Here are some basic steps and suggestions:

Be prepared with the tools you need for shearing, including rubber gloves (to prevent scratches), towels, brushes, treats, a small-animal-friendly electric razor, and a #10 blade. Don’t use human razors or blades, as your cat’s skin is thin and delicate and can be easily cut.
Find someone to help. Cutting your cat’s hair alone can be difficult, so it’s a good idea to have someone hold your cat down for you, or wrap your cat in a towel so that only the areas that need to be trimmed are exposed.
Brush your cat first. This removes dirt, disperses oil, prevents tangles, and keeps skin clean. If your cat has long hair, you should brush her every day; if she has short hair, once a week is fine.
Gently cut with a razor in the direction of hair growth. Don’t use too much force or too fast to avoid damaging the cat’s skin. If you encounter a knotted area, you can use scissors to cut off the knotted part first, and then trim it with a razor. Be careful to avoid sensitive parts such as eyes, ears, nose, mouth, belly button, etc.
Give your cat a reward. During the shearing process, constantly reassure and praise your cat to make her feel relaxed and comfortable. You can also give her some treats as a reward. If your cat appears extremely upset or defiant, you can temporarily stop clipping and wait until she calms down before continuing.