Manejo cat friendly em ambiente hospitalar: revisão de literatura

Abstract

Cat friendly management refers to a compassionate and caring approach to dealing with cats in a variety of situations, with a view to their physical and emotional well-being and general health. This concept is especially important in clinical settings, veterinary practices, animal shelters and at home, to provide a positive experience for felines and reduce stress. To create a cat friendly environment, it is essential to understand felines' natural behavior. This includes knowledge of their body language, environmental enrichment needs, food preferences and social interactions. Cat friendly management promotes the use of gentle and respectful handling techniques. This includes avoiding excessive use of physical force, not shouting at or scaring the cat and avoiding situations that can cause stress. During visits to the vet, cat friendly management involves using techniques that minimize the cat's stress, such as using comfortable carriers, careful handling during the examination and administering treatments in a calm manner. Each cat is unique, and cat friendly management takes into account each animal's preferences and limitations. Some cats may be more shy, while others are more outgoing, and approaches must be adapted to each case. Cat friendly management is an approach centered on the well-being of cats, which aims to provide them with a healthy and happy life, taking into account their physical and emotional needs, as well as respecting their individuality. This approach is beneficial not only for cats, but also for the owners, vets and professionals who work with these adorable pets. The aim of this paper is to explore the history of cats and cat friendly behavior at certain times in the veterinary clinic, as well as some of the problems that can affect cats in stressful situations.