People are well aware of the dangers of secondhand smoke to humans but as a cat owner, you need to consider your cat’s health too. Secondhand smoke can cause respiratory issues and even some cancers. If you allow smoking in your home, your cat will be exposed to it all day and all night with no relief. As she walks or lies around the home, she will absorb tobacco toxins through her skin. And she will ingest toxins as she grooms herself or a companion cat. Thus the best thing to do for your cat is to ban smoking from your home at all times. If this isn’t possible, air out your home often. Clean all surfaces that your cat frequents especially cloth items like her bed, the sofa and your carpeting. Cover your cat’s water and food bowls while people are smoking and empty ashtrays promptly. Contact your vets Des Moines, IA to learn more.
