Animals being far more open and uninhibited than most human beings respond extremely well to all forms of alternative therapies. Many people are not aware that holistic treatment for animals is available, and is indeed an area of great potential. Animals that are treated holistically tend to look better, have more energy, have sleek coats and have wonderful muscle tone as well and suffering from less diseases. The first area is correct diet which is covered in another article on this website. A good healthy natural organic diet will go a long way to making your pet much more healthy without even making a trip to the veterinarian.
Exercise is also important.
Cats benefit from a scratching post and can be played with to encourage them to exercise. I do not recommend declawing as this is extremely painful, and can have long-lasting traumatic effects. Cats are such beautiful animals and left in their natural state are much healthier and happier. If a cat cannot go outdoors then try and provide some way they can play and toys they can enjoy. Another cat as a companion often works wonders to spice up the life and activity of a couch potato cat.