Explain how to maintain a healthy cat.

Explanation should include

• the components of a wellness check
• a list of the signs, treatments, and prevention of the most common diseases
• vaccination schedule
• ailments of cats. 

Process/Skill Questions:

• What is a wellness check? Why are wellness checks important?
• What infectious and non-infectious diseases are common in cats? What are the signs and symptoms of each? How can they be treated? How can they be prevented?
• What internal and external parasites affect cats? What are the symptoms and effects of each? How can they be treated? How can they be prevented?
• What measures should be taken to prevent diseases in cats?
• What cat diseases or health conditions can be harmful to humans and/or other animals? How can the risk of transmission be reduced or eliminated?
• What vaccinations are important for kittens? For adult cats? Why?