Keeping Your Indoor Domestic Cat Happy
Domestic cats that are kept inside are normally healthier than outdoor cats. While inside, there is little risk of catching diseases from other cats and no risk of being caught in a fight or run over by a car. This means that indoor cats should live nearly twice as long as outdoor cats. You therefore need to keep him happy about staying and playing inside and not playing with the cars outside.
Spend as much time as you can playing with your cat. Not only will it make him feel loved, it will be fun for you both and another bonding experience. It will give you both some exercise and help work off any extra energy he may have. Try to make it a regular occurrence and aim for the same time each day to give your cat a routine.
Cats like to eat green things. Because your lawn and garden are probably treated with pesticides, insecticides, and fertilizers, you need to make sure your cat doesn’t eat any of them as they will be poisonous and if they don’t kill your cat, they could certainly make him very sick. As more and more pet owners are becoming converts to keeping their cats indoors and therefore healthier, they have found it beneficial to bring some of the outdoors in and have some cat grass growing in pots around the house. Growing cat grass indoors is a great way to give your pet something green to eat and should also save your more expensive indoor plants. An excellent mixture can include wheat grass, rye, oats, and barley seeds, all of which are quick growing. Check your local pet store to see if they carry pots or packets of cat grass.
Why not leave a window (with a secure screen) open. This will allow your indoor cat to have fresh air and a constantly changing view. If you place a bird bath nearby, your cat will stay entertained and happy for hours as he watches the birds come and go.
If your cat is leash trained, you can leave him outside on the patio with enough leash length to enable him to walk around on the grass, dig in some dirt or move into the shade. The leash will keep him from roaming too far and minimizes the risk of him getting lost or hurt. Being outside in the fresh air will also be beneficial and will help build up his immunity to various germs.
Your cat is like a member of your family. Following these suggestions will help ensure your indoor cat stays happy, healthy and lives a long and loving life. Those lucky enough to own a cat will agree that a happy cat makes for a happy home.
For those of you who wish to learn more about cats and how to keep them happy and content, Cat Secrets Revealed is an excellent resource.
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