Husbandry of Cats Flashcards
What are roles of cats in society
Pet
Breeding
Showing
Pest control
Common treatments for cats
Neutering
Vaccination
Microchipping
Parasite treatment
What can cats be vaccinated for
Cat flu
Feline leukaemia virus
Feline panleukopenia virus
Rabies
What are some common health problems of cats
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney/dental diseases
Diabetes
Fleas/mites/worms
Injuries
What are the different coat colours
Solid/self coloured
Tabby - ginger
Bicolour
Tortoiseshell
Tricolour (calico)
Colour point
What are special about the genders of tortoiseshell cats
Mostly females
Males are sterile
Meaning of moggy
Domestic cat that aren’t purebred
What are the most common type of cat breed for pet
Domesticated shorthair
Give examples of domesticated shorthair breeds
Siamese
Burmese
British shorthair
Rex
Bengal
Abyssinian
Give examples of domesticated longhair breeds
Persian
Birman
Main coon
Ragdoll
What does GCCF stand for
Governing Council of Cat Fancy
What do GCCF do
Official body for cat showing world
Maintain register of pedigree cats
Cat welfare
