[New Product] Longevity for cats starts with accurate records. A new health notebook for cats is now available.

Hello, this is YOKO from Poponeko.

The "Cat Health Handbook", which we have been planning for a long time, is finally, finally complete!

Both the cover and the contents are completely original to Poponeko. It is a health handbook packed with features to support a cat's entire life and ensure their longevity.

In this post, I would like to introduce what you should do for your cat’s longevity and the top recommended features of the "Cat Health Handbook."

The "Cat Health Handbook" supervised by a veterinarian

Poponeko's "Cat Health Handbook" is supervised by Dr. Yuko Konishi of the Londbell Animal Clinic, also known as "Dr. Korin."

Dr. Konishi is a cat lover herself and is a reliable veterinarian who shares information about cat and dog health on YouTube.

She checked the handbook with a veterinarian's eye to ensure you can communicate the information your vet needs during consultations and keep accurate records of your visits!

[Supervisor] Veterinarian Dr. Yuko Konishi　Londbell Animal Clinic Information from the owner is extremely important during a consultation. If we don't know how they acted when they felt unwell, their typical behavior, or their medical history, it can sometimes be impossible to make an accurate diagnosis. Keeping everything organized in the "Cat Health Handbook" is a great way to share information among the whole family and gives you peace of mind. [Introductory Video (YouTube)] [Notice] I have supervised the Poponeko "Cat Health Handbook"!

Three major elements necessary for a cat's longevity

Cats are precious family members. It is only natural to want them to stay healthy and be with us for as long as possible.

What is necessary for a cat's longevity...?

The more we cherish our cats, the more we worry. Beyond daily care, we worry about whether they might be sick or if they might get out and get lost.

Poponeko believes the three major elements for a cat's long life are as follows:

1. Preventing illness
2. Receiving proper treatment if they get sick
3. Preparing for emergencies

Properly managing these three things. It sounds simple, but it is absolutely essential for a cat to live a long life.

To support owners who wish for their cats to live long lives, we have incorporated many features into the Poponeko "Cat Health Handbook."

The first priority is preventing illness

The first step to a cat's longevity starts with "disease prevention." Along with maintaining their food and living environment, preventing infectious diseases and getting regular health checkups are indispensable.

Furthermore, cats are creatures that hide their discomfort. They cannot tell you with words when they aren't feeling well.Whether or not the owner can notice their cat's discomfort is extremely important.

For this reason, self-checks are crucial. While grooming or bonding with your cat, be sure to check their entire body thoroughly.

Vaccines to prevent scary infectious diseases

Infectious diseases are among the top causes of death for cats. Along with keeping them exclusively indoors, prevent infectious diseases through regular vaccinations.

Feline panleukopenia, feline viral rhinotracheitis, and feline calicivirus infection are life-threatening diseases. The vaccine that prevents these three is called the trivalent vaccine, or "core vaccine."

Vaccines other than the core vaccine are called non-core vaccines, and there are quadrivalent and pentavalent versions. These are administered based on the cat's living environment.

Annual vaccinations are recommended for cats in multi-cat households or those that use pet hotels. For indoor cats that live alone, vaccination every three years is generally recommended.

▲Vaccination schedule and record page

Don't forget flea, tick, and heartworm prevention

Fleas and ticks are not just itchy; they can also transmit various diseases. Additionally, heartworms can parasitize the heart and lungs, potentially leading to sudden death.

Fleas, ticks, and heartworms require prevention, but this cannot be done with a flea collar. Be sure to have your veterinarian prescribe preventative medication. Most are "spot-on" types applied to the back of the neck, which are easier on your cat.

▲Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention schedule and record page

Obesity is the owner's responsibility

The causes of obesity in cats are "overeating" and "lack of exercise." Since cats cannot manage this themselves, both are the owner's responsibility.

Obesity is the root of many illnesses. Like humans, it can lead to diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, and more. Make sure to feed them an appropriate amount and provide an environment where they can exercise vertically, such as with a cat tree.

They also love "hunting" games with their owners!

Bi-annual health checkups are recommended

For obesity checks and early detection of diseases, take your cat to the vet for a health checkup. Depending on the clinic, they may offer "pet dock" or "cat dock" wellness packages.

Once every six months is the recommended frequency for a health checkup.

For your cat's longevity, data from when they are healthy is actually very important. Having baseline health records helps your vet make a diagnosis when they do get sick, so find a veterinarian you can trust.

Receive appropriate treatment and follow up carefully

A good partnership with your veterinary clinic is essential for your cat's health. When they feel unwell, take them to the clinic to see a veterinarian.

Take notes when you notice something is wrong

When you take your cat to the vet because they aren't feeling well, have you ever been unable to immediately answer when asked, "When did they start acting strange?" or "Has there been a change in their litter box habits?"

Information from the owner is vital for an accurate diagnosis. It is a good idea to make a note of symptoms and changes in condition so you can clearly report them to the veterinarian.

As mentioned, cats are experts at hiding illness. Noticing subtle changes can lead to early detection and a longer life for your cat.

"Health record pages" are convenient for quick notes. With 20 generous pages, you can write down observations whenever you notice something different.

Follow-up observations are also important

Even if you hear the diagnosis and advice, it's easy to forget later on. Even if you think you understand in the moment, technical terms can make things confusing...

Keeping a record of the disease, the treatment, and the cause allows you to act quickly if the same symptoms appear again.

"Consultation chart" pages feature illustrations of cats so you can document symptoms in detail.

Cats also need a medicine notebook

After they become ill, following the veterinarian's instructions for medication and follow-up visits is mandatory.

Make sure you get clear advice on what medicine to give, when to give it, and how to administer it.

Also, it is important to record the symptoms, the prescribed medicine, and any changes in health. Sometimes a medication doesn't agree with them, and that's exactly when information from the owner becomes a lifeline.

"Medicine memo" pages can be used as a medicine notebook specifically for your cat. When you are worried about your cat's condition, make a note on this page.

It is very convenient because you can show it directly to your veterinarian!

Emergency preparedness is essential!

Because they are your precious cat, you want to be together until the very end.

However, many owners worry about their cats "escaping or getting lost." Disasters like earthquakes can cause separation, and unexpected situations can happen to the owner as well.

Cats cannot survive without their owners. Make sure you are prepared for emergencies right now.

Prepare for escapes and lost cats

For an indoor cat, the outside world is full of dangers.

Traffic accidents, infectious diseases, getting into fights with other cats, and abuse—all put your cat's life at risk. They might be taken in as strays, and in the worst case, face euthanasia...

To help your cat live a long life, it is essential to install escape-prevention barriers on doors and windows, have them wear a cat collar as a sign of being a owned cat, and get them microchipped.

"What to do if your cat escapes/is lost" pages provide a checklist of what you should do immediately if your cat gets out.

"Reporting List" lets you summarize where to report if your cat goes missing. Since contact points differ depending on your area, make sure to create a list of who to call in an emergency.

Prepare for disasters

Whenever an earthquake or flood occurs, evacuating with pets becomes a problem.

While evacuating with your cat is the basic principle, the reality is that there are surprisingly few shelters that accept pets.

First, look up shelters you can go to with your cat. Some shelters may require a cage. Additionally, since you will be living with many pets, keep their vaccinations and flea/tick/heartworm prevention up to date.

"Disaster Preparedness Goods List" pages provide a checklist for necessary supplies to evacuate with your cat. Be sure to research and make a note of "pet-friendly shelters."

Prepare for the unexpected regarding the owner

The principle of cat ownership is to care for them for their entire life, but accidents and illnesses can happen anytime. You should carefully consider what will happen if you are no longer able to care for your cat.

"Wishes for a 'just in case' scenario" pages allow you to write down who will be the foster parent or what facility will take your cat if something happens to you.

Of course, just writing it down isn't enough; it's important to stay in contact with them regularly. Making arrangements so your cat is never left alone or feels lonely is also an act of love.

One handbook for every cat

The records in the Cat Health Handbook are also a record of memories between you and your cat.

Looking back and thinking, "They've grown so much," or "That was a tough time," is one of the joys of it.

The "Cat Health Handbook" isn't something you must record in every single day. If you put too much pressure on yourself, you'll likely quit after three days... haha.

I hope you continue to use it in a relaxed, long-term way. Ideally, having one handbook per cat is best.

As much as recording, observing your cat is important. I would be happy if this could help deepen your communication and contribute to a long life for your cat.

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