INDOZONE.ID – A cat's fur is a crucial part of its body. Without fur, a cat would feel cold, look thin, and appear unkempt. Fur on cats serves several purposes: protecting the body, regulating temperature, providing distinctive color, repelling water, shielding against sunlight and rain, protecting the skin, functioning as a sensory tool, providing warmth, preventing infections, and acting as a reservoir for keratin and protein. Here are some ways we can prevent fur loss in cats. Let’s dive in! 1. Bathing Cats Regularly To maintain a cat's cleanliness, it’s important to bathe them regularly. According to the National Cat Groomers of America, cats need to be bathed at least once every 4–6 weeks.To prevent them from getting cold, make sure to bathe cats when the environment is warm, ideally between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.   2. Regularly Brushing a Cat's Fur Brushing a cat’s fur not only prevents hair loss but also helps remove dirt, dead fur, skin flakes, fleas, and oil.Additionally, brushing stimulates blood circulation and improves overall skin health.This activity should be done at least once or twice a week to maintain the cat's health and prevent hair loss.Older cats, in particular, may not be able to groom themselves properly, so brushing their fur can be a great help.   3. Ensuring the Cat Stays Hydrated Water is essential for all living beings, including cats. Just like humans, if a cat doesn’t drink enough water, it can experience dehydration.When dehydrated, certain bodily functions may be disrupted.One area affected is the skin, which can become dry and lead to fur loss.To prevent hair loss, ensure your cat drinks enough water daily.   4. Adjusting Their Diet Diet plays a significant role in the health of any living creature, including cats.Through food, cats receive the nutrients their bodies need. A cat’s fur condition is also influenced by the food it consumes. A diet rich in protein is essential for cats.Protein is the primary nutrient for hair formation. Thus, protein-rich foods are vital for maintaining a cat’s healthy fur. Jerry Xu, the owner of Bridge PetCare, explained that his company’s cat food is made using “freeze-dried” technology, where real meat is frozen at a temperature of -38°C for 26 hours. “With the introduction of NatureBridge Daily Care, we hope pet owners and their beloved pets can live healthier, happier lives, and grow old together,” said Jerry Xu during an event in Jakarta on Thursday (July 25, 2024).   (Source: https://life.indozone.id/news/434907981/bulu-kucing-peliharaan-rontok-dan-alami-sulit-buang-air-kecil-ini-solusinya)

Not sure if your dog or cat is overweight? You’re not alone — many pet owners don’t recognize the signs until the extra weight starts affecting their pet’s health. But spotting weight gain early is key to preventing long-term issues.   Start by looking and feeling. For dogs and cats at a healthy weight, you should be able to feel their ribs easily (but not see them), see a defined waist when viewed from above, and notice a slight tummy tuck when viewed from the side. If your pet looks round, waddles, or has a sagging belly — those could be red flags.   One of the most helpful tools is the Body Condition Score (BCS) — a 1–9 or 1–5 scale used by vets to evaluate fat distribution. A score of 4–5 (on a 9-point scale) is ideal. If your pet is at a 6 or above, that’s considered overweight; 8–9 is obese. You can find easy-to-use charts online or ask your vet to demonstrate how to do a BCS at home.   Other warning signs include low energy, difficulty grooming (especially in cats), labored breathing, and joint stiffness. Overweight pets may also overheat more easily and become less playful, which often leads to even more weight gain.   Tips to Assess Your Pet’s Weight at Home: Run your hands along their ribs — they should feel like the back of your hand. Look at their waist from above — it should curve inward behind the ribs. Weigh your pet monthly using a pet scale or weigh yourself with and without them. Take photos every few weeks to track changes visually.   Conclusion: Awareness Is the First Step Recognizing that your pet is overweight isn’t always easy — especially when we’re used to seeing them every day. But by learning to spot the signs and regularly checking their body condition, you’ll be empowered to take action early. A healthy weight isn’t about perfection — it’s about helping your pet live a longer, more comfortable life. Providing the best food is one way to maintain your pet's ideal weight. The latest Nature Bridge Fresh Cat & Dog is equipped with nine top superfoods to optimally meet your pet's nutritional and other needs. You can find Nature Bridge Fresh on the official Nature Bridge Indonesia e-commerce platform.

TRIBUNNEWS.COM, JAKARTA – Having pets is one of the activities that is both enjoyable and beneficial for health. In terms of types, the most commonly owned pets among Indonesians are cats, followed by birds, fish, and dogs. According to survey results, 47% of Indonesians own cats, which aligns with a Kompas Research and Development poll conducted in January 2020.Cats' adorable behavior and cute appearance make them appealing to be kept as pets. Many influencers even adopt and care for domestic cats, turning them into extremely cute and well-maintained pets.According to the International Federation for Animal Health Europe (IFAH), there are approximately 220 million domestic cats worldwide. In addition to being household pets, it has also become a trend for pet owners to take their beloved pets to places like shopping malls.“There are also more pet-friendly malls now that provide facilities like open park areas for pets to walk around,” said Jerry Xu, the Owner of Bridge PetCare, during the launch of the latest Daily Care series featuring three products: Nature Bridge Hair & Skin, Urinary, and Mother & Baby in Jakarta on Thursday (July 25, 2024).This fact proves that the growth of pet lovers in Indonesia is increasing, making pet shop businesses a promising opportunity as the number of pet lovers continues to rise.However, on the other hand, cats sometimes face health issues. “Especially with Indonesia’s tropical climate and high humidity, combined with the fact that cats naturally dislike drinking water, this can trigger health problems,” said Jerry.He explained that based on internal surveys conducted in veterinary clinics across Indonesia, fur and skin diseases as well as urinary tract infections are the most common illnesses experienced by cats.This has also encouraged Nature Bridge to introduce its latest Daily Care series, functional daily pet food that uses freeze-drying technology to process real meat at a temperature of -38°C for 26 hours.“We hope that pet owners and their beloved pets can live healthier, happier lives, and grow old together,” Jerry concluded. Sources:  https://www.tribunnews.com/lifestyle/2024/07/26/iklim-tropis-indonesia-dan-kelembaban-yang-tinggi-berdampak-pada-kesehatan-kucing