Prevent your cat from getting bored
There are various reasons why certain people prefer their loveable ball of fur to rather stay indoors, and it is definitely safer. Where the great outdoors supply a myriad of natural activities and stimulation to adventurous cats, the dangers sometimes outweigh the benefits. When keeping your cat safer indoors, it is important to provide extra physical and mental stimulation. Here are some practical tips to follow.
1 Safer environment Cats love to explore and we don’t always understand why they would climb into a confined space that we find ‘unnatural’. Therefore, it is important to get down to the level of your cat. That’s right – on your hands and knees, or even flat down on your tummy. Move around and try to find areas that can be harmful to your cat.
Don’t be surprised if she ventures into the open tumble dryer or washing machine. Always keep appliance doors closed, and check before using them. This especially goes for dangerous places like ovens.
Lock away any poisonous and toxic solutions, which include bleach, cleaners, medication, antifreeze, fuel and rat poison. These can be fatal to your kitty cat. The same goes for electrical wiring. Where possible, keep wires out of your cat’s reach or cover them.
This story is from the September 2017 edition of Animaltalk Magazine.
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