Things to Know When Owning a Minskin:

Things to Know When Owning a Minskin:. Your ultimate goal in caring for any pet, regardless of their breed, should be keeping them healthy and safe. The Minskin is a small feline, and allowing them to go outside during the day or night could increase their risks of coming in close contact with larger predators or expose their sensitive skin to harsh weather conditions.

On top of that, you want to ensure that they are eating the right food, exercising to avoid becoming obese, and being groomed the right way.

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Food & Diet Requirements

Cats are mainly carnivores, and they rely on a diet that is rich in protein. Buy cat food that you can afford, but try to use only vet-approved brands. Kittens under 30 weeks old require three daily meals consisting primarily of cat milk. Once they are over 30 weeks but under 12 months, you can feed them two meals per day of dry or wet food.

Ninety percent of the Minskin diet must be protein; however, every once in a while, it is okay to treat them with fruits to snack on, but only if they’re interested. Do not ever feed your cat onions, garlic, or chocolate. Provide them with fresh water every day from a clean bowl and

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Exercise🐈

Minskin cats have a lot of energy and require a moderate amount of exercise, but you should avoid letting them outside if you can. The lack of hair exposes their skin to sunburn from the hot sun or other dangerous situations regarding extreme weather. Set aside 30 minutes every day to play with them by tossing toys around or using other stimulating products.

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Grooming ✂️

Don’t assume that the lack of hair means that Minskins don’t require much grooming. They are hypoallergenic and rarely shed, but their exposed skin requires regular baths using a gentle soap. Most vets recommend bathing them once every 2 to 3 weeks and avoiding hair dryers so you don’t hurt their sensitive skin. Remember that too many baths could dry them out and cause dermatitis.

Keep up on other aspects of grooming with a Minskin, like clipping their toenails once every 10 to 14 days or as often as necessary. If you want to brush their fur patches, use a soft-bristle brush.

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