Don't assume that having a cat at home means you're all set. There are many things to pay attention to in your home, and if you're not careful, something might happen to your cat, and it could be too late. Are you aware of the following precautions for keeping a cat at home?
1. Lock the medicine box.
A home medicine cabinet must be kept securely locked, and you should never give your cat human medication. Always consult a veterinarian before giving it to your cat. Many medications that are effective and safe for humans can be fatal to cats. For example, cold medicine is very effective and relatively safe for humans, but even a small dose of acetaminophen can cause poisoning in cats; 500 milligrams can kill a cat weighing around 3 kilograms. Other commonly used household medications such as painkillers, anti-tumor drugs, antidepressants, and weight-loss drugs can also cause poisoning in cats even in very small doses. 
2. Hide the chocolate.
A home medicine cabinet must be kept securely locked, and you should never give your cat human medication. Always consult a veterinarian before giving it to your cat. Many medications that are effective and safe for humans can be fatal to cats. For example, cold medicine is very effective and relatively safe for humans, but even a small dose of acetaminophen can cause poisoning in cats; 500 milligrams can kill a cat weighing around 3 kilograms. Other commonly used household medications such as painkillers, anti-tumor drugs, antidepressants, and weight-loss drugs can also cause poisoning in cats even in very small doses.
3. Do not use lice-removing drugs indiscriminately.
Before using any flea and tick medication on your cat, always consult a veterinarian to determine which products are safe and effective for your feline. Carefully read the product instructions and strictly follow them. Never use products that are specifically for dogs on your cat, as this could lead to poisoning. When using spray-type products to kill fleas and ticks in the environment, ensure your cat's safety first. Place your cat in an unsprayed room before applying the medication and allow it to evaporate completely before returning it to the room. For cats that frequently go outside, owners should be especially vigilant and inform the neighborhood management so they can notify you promptly if they start spraying insecticides or using rodenticides in the area, allowing you to take measures to prevent your cat from being poisoned while outdoors.
4. Clean up domestic sewage.
When cleaning the house, mopping the floor, washing clothes, or washing dishes, avoid letting your cat drink dirty water containing disinfectants or cleaning agents. This is because some of these disinfectants or cleaning agents have very complex ingredients, and some components can corrode and burn the delicate esophagus and gastrointestinal lining of a cat, causing gastrointestinal discomfort and symptoms such as diarrhea and vomiting.
