Healthy Tips for Happy Cats

There are two basic types of people in this world, cat people and dog people. Although there are some individuals who tend to cross the line in this regard, everybody has a favorite. For those of us that love our felines, there are a number of different things that we can do in order to make sure that they are happy and healthy in their environments. This not only includes the food that they eat (which is very important) but it also includes making sure that they are mentally challenged from time to time.

Regardless of your cat and its personality, one of the things that every cat needs is a lot of attention and affection. Some felines will simply pass you by and act as if you are not even there. When things are quiet, however, you may see them reappear and at that time, it is necessary for you to give them the affection that they need. Even whenever they are ignoring you, make sure that you always acknowledge them when you enter your home and whenever you happen to see them in passing. It will make a difference in how content they are.

Something else that all cats need is some time out in which they are able to play. For an indoor cat, this becomes your sole responsibility and you must make sure that they are regularly playing or getting the exercise that they need. There are plenty of toys that are available on the market which will help to keep your cat interested in whatever it is that you're trying to do. Make sure that you utilize plenty of these toys, and always be looking for the "new favorite". Whenever you find it, you would be surprised with the hours of entertainment that your trusted feline will get out of it.

One thing that you should always keep in mind when it comes to a feline is the fact that essentially, they are an outdoor animal. Even if they are comfortable indoors, it is still necessary to provide an environment for them that will excite their senses and give them fresh territory to explore. All cats enjoy exploring in this way, particularly whenever the lights are out and nobody else is around. By mixing things up a little bit and providing them with fresh territory from time to time, you are really doing a great kindness for your feline. It will help to keep them happy and interested in the area in which they live.

One other thing that I would recommend, even though it is not for every cat owner that is out there, is to provide another feline companion for your animal. Some cats really enjoy having another feline in the area and they will quickly adapt to the new company that they are keeping. Be cautious, however, in choosing the right sex of cat as not all felines are going to get along with each other, particularly whenever they are of the same sex. If you choose wisely, and make sure that your cat adjusts to it well, you would be surprised with what it is able to bring to your family.

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