15 Things You Should Do For Your Cat More Often (Instantly Improve Your Cats' Life)

consider all the joy and love your cat brings into your life now imagine if you could instantly improve your cat's life with some simple measures from giving your cat a massage to rubbing their chins here are 15 simple things you should do more often for your pet your cat will definitely thank you for your efforts number 15 massage instead of just stroking being petted is one of the highlights of the day for many cats but try massaging your cat cats can also be tense and they enjoy a little more pressure as long as you don't overdo it start the full body massage with slow lightly pressured Strokes from head to tail use your fingers to gently apply pressure to your cat's muscles rub around their shoulder blades and apply circular motions to the forehead and cheeks a good massage helps your cat feel calm and relaxed and relieves muscle tension it is also a great way to bond with your pet number 14 rubbing their chins cats enjoy having the sides of their chin rubbed and scratched if you scratch your cat's chin frequently it will probably make them very happy keep in mind that when cats groom themselves the only spots they can't lick with their sandpaper texture tongue are on their face head and chin while they clean these areas as well as they can with their paws having you touch these areas feels just like another kitty grooming them this is called social grooming this may also remind them of being groomed by their mother as a youngling either way it's extremely relaxing so most kitties enjoy being petted on the chin cheeks and head spreading resources cats view their litter boxes beds and scratching posts as their territorial signposts instead of putting these scent soakers in one corner of your home spread them out around your house this gives your cat territorial security and a sense of ownership over their living space it helps your cats feel more confident and happier in your home likewise make sure to have at least two litter boxes per cat in at least two locations in different parts of the house more food variety just like how humans can get bored of eating the same food each day so can your cat a varied cat food diet with different flavors and textures will not only keep your cat excited for each meal but it can also provide other health benefits too by feeding a diverse diet you improve the likelihood that your cat is getting the correct vitamins and minerals they need for a healthy life feeding a variety of foods also prevents your cat from becoming finicky cats who eat only one type of food are more likely to refuse to try another if your brand changes its formula or is recalled or if a medical diagnosis requires dietary changes you will find it difficult to get your cat to accept a new food to avoid side effects from Sudden diet changes introduce new foods slowly and gradually there is no perfect frequency for rotating between Foods some cats tolerate a new flavor each day others prefer a change every few months you can adjust the rotation schedule to suit your cat's needs and preferences special food most cats are very picky eaters they also have instinctive resistance to new foods finding new food taste or Texture unappealing nevertheless there are some foods that most cats cannot resist due to excitement eggs and fresh fish are at the top of this list make sure to remove the fish skeletons and don't add any salt or seasonings tuna is exceptionally appealing to cats but do not feed it to them regularly as they might avoid eating their regular cat food in favor of tuna set up new adventure playgrounds although most cats don't like changes in their surroundings like rearranging Furniture this is not the case with setting up new adventure playgrounds bring a little more happiness to your Kitty's life with a fun cat friendly playground there's nothing like watching your cat joyfully race up and down a climbing structure or playing with their favorite toy it may take a few days until your pet gets used to the new playground but once they do it's hard to lure them away novelty while cats have individual preferences for favorite types of toys most enjoy the thrill of getting any new toy however just like children they may become bored with it after a few days this does not mean you have to buy your cat new toys every week try attaching different items onto the end of the string attached to a rod for different play sessions likewise try putting some of the toys away while you leave others out and then rotate them every week to give your kitty the new toy excitement without the expense Change Up The View cats love watching the world from their Windows they can spend hours on end watching people birds and objects blowing in the wind all you need is a cat hammock or a special windowsill for your pet to chill out in they will love their new window spot and it will provide plenty of stimulation and enrichment to their lives opportunity to play with water if you've ever caught them drinking or playing with your faucet you know it's a cute sight although cats hate getting soaked in water many cats love lapping up and playing with running water which is why they run to the faucet every time they hear the sound of it on you may have also seen cats batting at a stream of water with their paw and joyfully spreading the water around the room providing your cab with a pet Fountain not only encourages your cat to play but also to drink more water let them watch TV television can make for great entertainment popping the TV on may seem a bit weird but your cat will love it cats often like videos that show animals like birds and mice running around or fish swimming show unto your cat and if they get interested you know you're on to a winner likewise many cats like playing cat games on iPad or Android tablets it provides excellent intellectual stimulation and keeps your cat's mind active do the difficult things another thing you can do to make your cat's life better is to get better at difficult things your cat's claws will grow long and sharp and they may curve back into their paw pads if they are not maintained correctly overgrown Nails can also be snagged and caught on soft surfaces many cats hate their nails trimmed but you can make it a fun experience for them by using treats and taking a slow and easy approach make sure to introduce nail trimming to your cat's routine so they can get used to the procedure warm spots cats sleep between 12 and 16 hours a day and they love nothing more than a warm comfy place to Slumber in favorite spots are basking in the Sun or on a pile of freshly dried clothes but really they like anywhere that is warm you can help your cat by making sure their bed is in a warm spot and keeping a sunny area clear for them to Lounge in heat beds are also a great choice during the winter months play with them a new study finds that despite their reputations for being independent cats would rather play with humans than eat a tasty treat playing with your cat will make your pet feel happy and loved cat fishing poles or plush mice are two of the most popular options play also allows cats to practice their natural predatory instincts and satisfy their love for hunting spending more time with them contrary to what many people believe our pet cats are not solitary animals many cats will follow their owners from room to room because they look to them for company and love and when it's time to bed down for the night they want to be on the bed near their humans cats need the company and attention of their favorite humans they become sad and lonely when they are left unattended for long periods of time make sure to provide your pet with cuddles and regular social interaction this makes your pet feel more loved and cared for vet checkups cats are unable to let us know how they are feeling yearly checkups help ensure your cat is in Tip-Top shape this is especially important as they age talk to your cat more often cats like it when you talk to them and their scientific research to back that up Japanese researchers have found that cats alter their behavior when they hear the recordings of their owners voices speaking to them but when they hear their owner speaking to another human they really aren't paying attention so holding that one-way conversation with your cat is not as crazy as you might think your cat may not understand exactly what you're saying but they will pick up on your tone and affection now that you know more about things that improve your cat's life let us know your thoughts in the comment section below does your cat like massages what is your cat's favorite food share your own experience and make sure to subscribe to our channel for more videos

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Published: Tue May 09 2023