Make Your Home A Kitty Haven
It isn’t very hard to make your home into a veritable kitty paradise. Offer lots of comfy napping spots and plenty of fun toys. Also, give Fluffy some cute cat furniture, like little pet tents, so she has places to hide in.
Offer Good Views
Kitties love watching birds, squirrels, and other small animals. Give Fluffy at least one comfy window seat, where she can sunbathe and keep an eye on what’s going on in the yard. This will provide your cat with beneficial mental stimulation, and keep her entertained when you’re at work or otherwise occupied.
Make The Door Less Appealing
If your feline friend keeps trying to get outside, you may need to use a bit of trickery to break this habit. When Fluffy approaches the door, squirt her with water from a spray bottle. Or, make a loud noise: rattle a jar of change, sound a bike horn, or activate an annoying alarm sound on your phone. Your adventurous pet will probably make a beeline for her favorite hiding spot, where she will hopefully reconsider the pros and cons of getting too close to the door.
Build a Catio
Do you have a patio? Turn it into a catio by adding some kitty furniture. Include pet-safe plants, like a money-tree plant, to make your furball feel like she’s outside.
Playtime!
Take time to play with your feline friend every day. Use interactive toys, like wand toys, to pique Fluffy’s interest and engage her inner huntress. If your kitty tires herself out with these fun sessions, she may be more interested in napping than exploring afterwards.
Do you have any questions about your kitty’s health, care, or behavior? Call us, your Moorpark, CA animal hospital, today! We are here to serve all of your pet’s veterinary care needs.