Happy Pets Matter: Satisfying the Needs of Your Indoor Cat

Indoor cats have seen something of a rise in popularity. Everyone wants to keep their precious bundle of fluff in the house. With roads becoming busier, it makes sense to keep your kitty protected. After all, your pet is part of the family. You need to ensure that they are happy and healthy.

But, how can you satisfy the needs of an indoor cat? After all, cats like to be outdoors. When it comes to keeping your feline friend happy on the inside, there are some great ways that you can do this.

Let’s take a look at how you can keep your indoor cat happy and content.

Be Aware of Problem Behavior

Indoor cats can be prone to bouts of naughtiness. As they would usually get their naughty fix when they are outside, they have to display this in the home. Don’t be too harsh on your cat. Do make sure that you have plenty of toys. A scratching post and a lot of toys can be a great way of minimizing naughty behavior. But, it will also ensure that your cat is happy with being inside. Indoor cats need to be stimulated. So, make sure that you have lots of different toys and games to suit your cat’s needs.

Know the Signs

Indoor cats can suffer from separation anxiety. So, make sure that you are aware of the signs so that you can combat this problem early. Cats will meow a lot when they feel unloved. They may start urinating on your belongings to mark their territory. If your cat is displaying these behaviors, you need to ensure that you are spending time with your kitty. After all, when they are released into the outside world, they have other cats to communicate with. Make sure that you find time to play with your cat so that they don’t suffer from separation anxiety.

Creating a Toilet Space

Cats, when allowed to roam freely, will go to the toilet in a concealed place. As a rule, cats are fastidious groomers and are very clean. They have specific rules about where they do their business. Make sure that you provide a safe and private toilet space for you’re indoors cat. This will stop them from doing their business in random spots of the house. 

Stick to a Routine

Your feline pal will have some relatively dead set rules when it comes to routine. Make sure that you are feeding your cat in the same spot, at the same time every day. This is vital to their emotional well-being. You need to ensure that your cat is in a happy place. After all, if it is the only cat in your home, it will rely on you for companionship.

Don’t Ban Your Car from Rooms

If your cat is an indoors cat, it make sense to allow it to roam freely around your home. You cannot expect an indoors cat to remain happy and healthy if it is confined to the kitchen. Allow your cat to access all rooms within your home. This will ensure that your feline friend is happy and content.