Cats are adorable creatures. They are not just cuddly little balls of fur but are also natural hunters. This makes them super active and curious. They tend to get bored very easily and hence, wander around to explore things.
When you understand a cat’s basic needs, you can raise a healthy pet and as well as keep the cat from getting lost.
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Keep Your Cat Occupied
Cats can get pretty explorative, and when you are raising them indoors, you must not saturate them with boredom, else they might try to run out of the house.
Cats always need interactive playtime which can satisfy their natural temperament of hunting. Try introducing them with some toys to play with.
“Our misunderstanding of cats as low-maintenance-pets has led to cats that are bored and stressed. This has resulted in an epidemic of feline obesity as well as stress-associated diseases like urinary tract infections”, says Ariel Mosenco, DVM, of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine.
You can try a few toys such as laser light to catch or run after, a ball to throw and fetch or can have a companion to keep your cat happy and active.
If you are a very busy person but you still want to get a cat, then it is better to adopt two or more cats instead of just one. That way, they will happily play with each other to keep themselves busy.
Dedicate an Area and a Litter Box for Your Cat
You should give your cat a peaceful and clean area of its own. Cats like to be tidy and have control over their things, particularly the area which they own. Dedicating a small space in your house just for your cat is highly recommended.
A litter box should be in an area which has good lighting, and their food and water should be placed at away from their litter box.
This will also help you keep a check on your cat’s health as you can look for any abnormalities in the excreta in the litter box.
Have a Fixed Feeding Schedule
Making a schedule for feeding your cat will keep your cat in a habit of not wandering around for food except at the time given to it. You can schedule the time typically two meals a day, about 8 to 12 hours apart. Since every animal is different, it is advisable to ask your vet about how much your pet should eat every day based on its age and size. Make sure that your cat has access to fresh water.
Some foods that we eat and can digest are bad for cats, like onions, garlic, raisins, some nuts, and chocolate. Other foods, like milk, contrary to popular belief, are hard for many kitties to digest and can make them sick.
Socializing
Cats are social creatures. They enjoy each other’s company. Consider going to your local shelter or reaching out to us and saving a life by adopting your next feline friend.
The more cats you have, the more fun it is going to be. Socialization in any form is good for health. Not only will your pets have a good experience, but you can also make new friends and have a good time.
Collars and Microchips for Your Cats
As cats like to explore, they are good at escaping too and it is very common for them to do so especially if they are in a house that is not cat-proofed.
A cost-effective way to ensure the safety of your cat is to put a collar around its neck with your name and contact. So that if your cat happens to run away and somebody finds it, they can promptly contact you to retrieve the cat.
If you do have a few extra bucks to spare, then consider getting a microchip for your Cat so that you can easily track it in case of a mishap.
Conclusion
As you can see, all the above suggestions do not cost a lot of money. But By all this, you can ensure your feline friend will remain happy and in good health for a long time.
Contact iAdopt if you want to foster or adopt a cat and do your part to make this community a tad bit better and safer for our animals.
