There is generally no problem if a cat does not bask in the sun for a short period of time, but if the cat does not bask in the sun for a long time, it may cause calcium deficiency, skin diseases, depression, etc. Therefore, it is recommended that owners allow their cats to properly bask in the sun. This will not only help the cat’s synthesis of vitamin D, thereby promoting the absorption of calcium, but also kill some bacteria on the cat’s body. However, you should also be careful not to expose your cat to the sun for a long time, otherwise it will easily burn the cat’s skin and even cause heatstroke, and it may also damage the cat’s eyes.
1. Calcium deficiency
If the cat does not get sunlight for a long time and the owner does not pay attention to supplementing the cat with calcium, it may cause the cat to be calcium deficient and affect the development of bones. Therefore, owners can allow their cats to properly bask in the sun, which can promote the cat's synthesis of vitamin D, thereby promoting the absorption of calcium and preventing the cat from developing external skin, skeletal deformities, rickets and other conditions.
2. Suffering from skin diseases
If a cat does not get sunlight for a long time and lives in a relatively dark and humid place, it is easy to suffer from skin diseases. Therefore, it is recommended that owners take their cats to bask in the sun occasionally. The sun contains ultraviolet rays, which can eliminate some germs on the cat's hair and prevent the cat from suffering from skin diseases. At the same time, it is also recommended that the cat not stay in a dark and humid place for a long time.
3. Low mood
Cats like to be warm, and basking in the sun is very pleasant and comfortable for cats. If a cat cannot bask in the sun for a long time, it may cause the cat to be depressed and unable to feel happy. Even if the owner is with the cat, it will be difficult for the cat to be truly happy, and a long-term low mood will make the cat depressed and depressed. They are irritable, so it is necessary to take your cat to the sun appropriately.
