Ways to Keep an Outdoor Cat Near Home

Grass that Cats EnjoyDactylis Glomerata is a cat grass is not harmful to cats, even if they eat a little of it. Grass provides a little fiber to the diet, and eaten in moderation by cats is believed t...

Grass that Cats Enjoy
Dactylis Glomerata is a cat grass is not harmful to cats, even if they eat a little of it. Grass provides a little fiber to the diet, and eaten in moderation by cats is believed to help them with their digestion of food. This is important for cats, especially those with long or very fine hair that cause a cat to develop hair balls and other problems with digestion.燭here are other cat-friendly plants that you can use to decorate your cat抯 special area, such as catnip, lemongrass, mint, and valerian. Some cats enjoy the smell and taste. These plants are useful in keeping fleas, mosquitos, and ants from infesting your cat抯 garden area. Valerian, an herbal plant, is another garden option for your cat; however, its smell is similar to filthy socks! Cats love it, but why not stick to herbs that you can use in the kitchen. For a complete reference to plants that are safe or toxic for your cat, check the ASPCA抯 list.燞ow to Introduce a Kitten to the Outdoors
Before a kitten can be introduced to the outdoors, it needs to receive its immunization shots. Once your cat is immunized, you can slowly introduce it to the outdoors. Take the kitten to its safe area to play and wander, but don抰 let it unsupervised yet. Show your kitten how to find the entrance to the house. You may even consider installing a cat door, which will give your kitten the freedom of coming in and out of the home when it wants.營ntroducing a cat to the outdoors is important for any cat in a new environment. Always supervise and introduce your cat to its new surroundings.燬pay or Neuter Your Cat
Have your cat spayed or neutered to prevent it from wandering. A cat can be spayed or neutered at six months. Cats that have been spayed or neutered will generally not wander and remain close to home.燢eep Your Cat Well-Fed
Maintain your cat抯 health with a well-balanced diet. Feed your cat at the same time each day. This will create a routine for your cat. It抯 important that the neighbors are made aware not to feed your cat, so that your cat returns home each day for its scheduled meal.燬ometimes cats may bring you gifts, such as dead birds and mice; show your appreciation not disgust. This will let your cat know that it is loved, and it will continue to remain loyal to its home.燩lay Together Outside
Play together in your specially designated cat area in your yard or patio. Cats will identify their special areas to a place of fun and love. As a reminder, these areas should be set off far from a driveway or open roadway, for obvious reasons.燙ats are adaptable and will become comfortable just staying outdoors, or living both in and outdoors. Some cats make great exercise companions, and may even join you on a walk. Be careful on these walks and place your cat on a leash. Although cats are roamers, if a routine is developed, they will return home each day. The entire neighborhood may become the territory of your cat, but always have that special place for it to return to. Who knows, your cat may never leave the designated outside space of your home once you develop that special area.