Did you know there are lots of simple tweaks you can make to help your cat have a happier life? From enrichment to giving your cat a choice, there is a lot you can do for your feline friend. These hacks are cat-centered, meaning they come from an understanding of what cats really like and what is good for their welfare. Plus, they are easy for you to do too.
Material required:
Carrier
Foil / double-sided tape
Bells
Rubber gloves
Citrus peels
Leave the carrier out: Cats love to get cozy in small spaces. By leaving the carrier out for them to access, you give them the perfect place to nap. It also helps them get used to the cat carrier so the next vet visit won’t be so stressful.
Tin foil or double-sided tape: Cats hate the crinkly feel and sound of tinfoil. They also despise things sticking to their paws. Try surrounding your houseplants or covering your kitchen counter with these safe cat deterrents to help train kitty to stay away from certain areas.
Give your cat a bell: Bells are recommended for outside cats to give birds and other prey animals a warning when kitty comes near. You can also use a bell for your inside cat if you need to keep better track of their comings and goings. Remember, however, to always use a breakaway collar so it can’t get stuck and injure your cat.
Use rubber glove: Dig out a clean pair of rubber gloves (the kind you use for kitchen cleaning), and rub them on your hairy couch. You will be surprised by how much easier it is to loosen and collect all that fur. Once you have it in a nice pile, vacuum it up for a clean couch.
Put citrus peels by your house plants: Cats love houseplants, but they hate citrus. Place a few orange peels either in the pot or around the pot to deter a mischievous cat. It will help stop your cat from both eating your plants and digging in the dirt.
