Everyone holding a cat indoors is undoubtedly wondering whether his cat is happy or feels a lack of something. It just so happens that your cat cannot tell you about his wishes (unfortunately, we don’t understand the enormous rage of his “meows”).
But we, loving humans, collected information about our domestic purr friends bit by bit so that they don’t lose their predator nature, good shape, etc. Therefore, our team would love to show you a little everyday-to-do list to make your cat the happiest indoor feline ever.
P.S. We hope you’ve already prepared a flake butter croissant & latte macchiato for yourself and some chewy salmon treats for your household predator.
If everything is ready, we can start our story with peace of mind and a marvelous mood, learning more about the needs and features of your best cat friend.
1 Provide Your Cat with Fun Activities
Although your cat is a pure angel for you, he has predator DNA. Hunting is in the feline’s blood, so you better not ignore this significant aspect of your furry friend’s life.
Like his wild relatives (tigers and lions), your little one should have his own Savana (even if it’s merely a living room with lots of toys reminding him of prey). While playing, the cat becomes much calmer, so he will sleep well, not disturbing your sweet dreams with paw steps at night.
Also, hunting games are great for keeping your indoor cat fit. Because it’s funny when the cat is a cute & chunky little ball, but obesity is not OK for our meow buddies.
2 Keep an Eye on His Healthy Diet
Continuing the theme of good shape, we should notice the importance of a healthy diet for your indoor cat. Since a domestic pet can’t be as active as a wild one, and, consequently, he can’t eat in such quantities as his true predator brother.
We recommend you ask a qualified vet for the best food for your household cat, so he has enough microelements and protein. He most likely will suggest you combine homemade dry and wet food to keep the cat’s digestive and reproductive systems working properly.
People say we are what we eat – always remember when preparing meals for your loved ones. That’s how we can surely make their lives prolonged and joyful.
3 Socialize Your Cat with Other Pets
As you know, all living beings need each other because we are social animals and always will be. And although cats are not parrots (there is a theory that parrots will not survive on their own), they want to socialize.
Without a shadow of a doubt, you are an excellent company for your pets, but still, you are not one of them. Sometimes you don’t understand the signals that your purring friend gives you. You cannot wash him with your tongue in response, and you cannot communicate with him in the “meow” language, and so on.
Hence, if you have an opportunity to get your cat a friend, don’t hesitate – just do it! 🙂
4 Arrange a Cozy Windowsill-Place for Your Cat
Don’t tell us that your cat doesn’t like to stare melancholy out the window all day – you won’t fool us! This is a hobby of every feline, so arrange for him a relaxed, comfortable, and warm place for this. You can put a pillow or blanket on the windowsill, and your pet will be pleased.
And if you’re wondering why cats love looking out the window as much as we look at our phones, the answer is very simple.
Your domestic predators watch birds, various insects, other animals, and people because this is natural for them. Like lions, cats observe what is happening to know where it will be possible to hunt for prey and where to hide if there is danger.
5 Make Sure He has Enough Personal Space
Before writing about this fact, we need a disclaimer that your cat loves and adores you. But! Unlike dogs, cats need to spend a lot of time alone because that’s what their emotional states demand. So make sure your cat has her own space where no one even looks at him.
This is a very true situation for freelancers who work from home. We understand that you want to cuddle your furry friend all the time (especially when the deadline is about to kick in). However, please try to leave him sitting in silence and looking out the window couple of hours in a row.
6 Offer Your Cat a Good Scratch Place
Claws are a significant part of a cat’s body. They sharpen them not to get a spectacular manicure and make other cats envy. By sharpening its claws, your purring friend marks his territory, kneads his back muscles, and gets rid of excess energy.
Therefore, if you do not want your cat to make origami from your favorite sofa or an old vintage chair, it is better to buy him a special claw scratcher.
7 Set up Numerous High Spots for Him.
Would we surprise you by saying that cats are very proud and love to feel like real kings? Probably not. But oddly enough, this is not the main reason your cat likes to sit on top of a laptop, kitchen cabinet or chest of drawers.
The main reason for this behavior is that even a domestic cat wants to hunt. He climbs to the highest point where he can get explore the territory to catch prey for himself and his loved ones.
Thank you for reading our article about indoor cat essentials, dear friends! We are delighted that you are intensely interested in treating your cat like your closest mate!
It motivates us to create even more cat content to help you and your friends keep your little purr ones healthy and happy 🙂