Chaotic Cat Care, Carrie-Style

Lots of people *think* they know a lot about cats. They may even be able to look after their cat's day-to-day needs ... but would they know what to do in an emergency?

Here's your chance to test your knowledge of the basics. This quiz is not an authority on cat care, but it will help you to establish just how knowledgeable and responsible you are.

1. What is your age?
Under 18 Years Old
18 to 24 Years Old
25 to 30 Years Old
31 to 40 Years Old
41 to 50 Years Old
51 to 60 Years Old
Over 60 Years Old
2. What is your gender?
Male
Female
3. Your cat is hunched over, and she is wheezing whilst her stomach convulses. What do you do?
Stand back and watch, ready to assist if necessary
Pick her up and drop her outside on the grass
Wrap her up tightly in a blanket and escort her immediately to the vet
Panic
Complain about the mess that the ensuing furr ball will make on your carpet
4. Your cat keeps shaking her head from side to side, and/or pawing at her ear. What is most likely to cause this?
Dirt in her ear
An ear infection
Let's face it, cats are just weird
I have no idea, and would take her to the vet if it continued
5. Your female cat is alternately raising her rear in the air, and licking at her 'privates'. What is the most likely cause?
She has worms
She's in season
She's practising yoga
6. A cat needs to be confined (both for her safety, and the safety of surrounding wildlife). Which of the following is a good way of confining your cat?
Confine her? Yeah right. I'm going to let her come and go as she pleases
Putting her outside in a small transportable cage during the day
Building the biggest cattery (enclosed cat pen) you can afford, with shelter and access to grass and clean water
Keep her inside at all times
Allow her outside on a leash, but confine her to the house the rest of the time
7. Cats like milk and cheese, but they are naturally lactose intolerant. How can you allow you allow them to safely enjoy this treat?
Water down the milk, preferably using skim or light milk
Buy special pet's milk with the lactose removed
Give a small amount of milk to your cat once in a while, allowing her plenty of time to process it in between
Feed her fish instead
8. Your usually aloof cat has suddenly become extremely attentive, and has also become very vocal. You haven't noticed any change in her eating or energy. Should you consult a vet?
Yes, at the first sign of any change in her behaviour or habits. Better safe than sorry
No, mate. She's most likely coming into season
I would only consult a vet if she stopped eating, or showed signs of pain or discomfort
9. You have just introduced a new cat into the family, and your old cat isn't too happy about it. What's the best way to help them work it out?
Just let them have it out in an all-out fight. They'll be best friends afterward
Start by feeding them in separate rooms, and gradually move their feed bowls closer together over a few weeks. Patience is the key
Place them on opposite sides of a closed door, so they can smell each other without hurting each other
Smack the agressor whenever she hisses or growls
Be very careful not to show partiality to one or the other
10. What is a good age to spay/neuter your cat?
6-10 weeks
3-6 months
Less than 12 months
More than 12 months
After the first litter (if she's female)
I'm not desexing my cat, because I wouldn't want to be desexed ...
11. My male cat seems agitated and touchy. He's never been neutered. What could be causing this?
There is a female in season nearby that he can smell
There is a strange cat hanging around
He has a health issue, possibly crystals in the urine
He's just having a bad day, and he'll get over it
12. My usually rotund cat has recently lost a lot of weight, but he hasn't been on a diet. Should I be worried?
Yes. Any sudden weight loss needs to be investigated
So he's found a weight-loss plan that works for him. More power to him
He hasn't been eating as much lately, so it all balances out
13. My cat is off her food. She's not pregnant, it's not too hot or too cold, and she's showing no other signs of illness. Should I take her to the vet?
It depends how long she has been off her food. If it's less than 24 hours, don't be concerned. If it's been more than 24 hours, or if she shows other signs of illness, take her to the vet immediately
She's probably just not hungry. Don't stress
Wait until she shows other signs of illness, and then take her to the vet.
14. My cute little kitten grew up into an fat, lazy tom. What should I do?
Find a new home for him, and get a new fluffy little kitten
Keep him. You knew when you got him that he wouldn't be a kitten forever
Keep him, but also get a new kitten
Abandon him at the nearest humane society
15. How many cats should I keep?
Any amount, assuming you can take care of them properly
As many as allowed under local council rules
Two
Just the one. I like one-on-one interaction
16. I want a cat, but I don't want to clean up too much mess. i just want a companion I can cuddle and love. What breed is best for me?
Rag-doll (Siamese/Burmese cross)
Chinchilla
Moggy
Stuffed toy cat

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