In this article I’m going to talk about how to make your Cat happy
You will learn the 17 different ways you can make your Cat feel loved
Let’s get straight to it
Cats give us so much joy
I’m pretty certain your little feline friend provides you with a lot of entertainment
It’s only fair we do the same and keep them happy
Otherwise
Cats can get bored
Just as us humans do
They can also get depressed
Feel lonely
Cats are sensitive animals
They can detect when you are stressed which can have a negative impact on them
You can make sure your Cat does not feel this way at all
The best part?
Keeping them happy is not a hard task to do
Once you understand your Cat and what gives them joy
It will only get easier in keeping them happy
I would really recommend Cat Language Bible to help you understand your Cat better
Here’s my review of Cat Language Bible
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The main thing is,
You provide their basic needs
Such as
Food
Water
Shelter
Entertainment (Playing with them)
And
Of course Show them love
And in return you will get lots of purrs
And head bumps (I love it when my Cat does this)
After doing some research I have come up with 17 different ways on how to make your Cat feel loved
Let’s look at the different ways in how to make your Cat happy
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17 Way On How To Make Your Cat Happy
1. Show love and affection to your Cat
Some Cat parents wonder do Indoor Cats get depressed?
Truth is they can
Look
Just as humans want affection
Cats want it too
Some people think that Cats are independent so they don’t need any time or affection from us
They think that they’re all good spending time on their own
Even if they don’t mind being alone
They still would love your company
And you attention on them
You should take some time out and spend some quality time with them
Shower them with love
Play with them
Pet them where they being petted for example my Cat loves being stroked under the chin
Or behind the ear
Give it a go and see how your Cat starts purring!
You can check out my article on how to show your Cat you love them
2. Feed Them And Provide Fresh Water For Them All The Time
Do you love to eat? I do.. Your Cat does too!
They actually love to eat often
The main thing here is
Not to feed them often
You don’t want them to go overweight and become obese
This can lead to a unhealthy Cat which means they will become unhappy
Give your Cat the occasional treat
(My Cat loves treats! He demands them all the time!)
Just make sure you don’t over do it
You can get advice from your Vet and see how much food you should give your kitty
I know it can be hard to say no to that meow
It can really hit the heart when they keep meowing especially when you’re eating
But you need to keep your Cat health in mind
Make sure there is always fresh water available for your Cat
Dry food has only 10% of water
Wet food has 80% water
So if you’re feeding your Cat dry food
Keep an eye on your Cats water intake
3. Check Your Cat’s Health Often
My Cat hates going to the vets
Does your Cat hate it too?
It’s important to get regular check ups at the vets even though your Cat hates it
A healthy Cat is a happy Cat
4. Provide a Scratching Place
It’s in your Cats natural instinct to scratch
This helps sharpen their claws
Helps remove dead outer layer of their claws
This also marks their territory visually and by scent
You see how important it is for them to scratch
Some Cats prefer horizontal scratching posts
And others prefer vertical scratching posts
It would be a good idea if you get them both
Depending on your Cats mood
They will use either
Instead of your Cats scratching your Carpet or rug
Which will only get you angry
Providing them with scratching posts will let them do what they need to
And you are happy too
So it’s a win win situation
5. Give Your Cat Entertainment
Cats are predators
They love to hunt
And Catch prey
If your Cat is a indoor Cat
And they have nothing to do all day
They will get bored sooner or later
Cats love to adventure and hunt
You should try and create a environment suitable for their interests
My Cat loves stalking a toy mouse at then end of a string.
I move it slowly and make it go behind something and he will go all crouching
And shake his bum slightly before he pounces on it!
You can do the same too and see how much your Cat loves it
There are plenty of other entertainment you can provide for your Kitty
Here are just a few you can do right now
- There should be plenty of toys available for your Cat. Have a variety so they don’t get bored. You can get a toy similar to mine (a string with a toy mouse at the end of it) If you are away due to work, then you can get a automatic Cat toy so they can play by themselves
- Play with your Cat everyday at least 15 – 20 minutes a day. Try playing different games with them. You could even get a laser toy. They love chasing that red dot!
- If you have enough space at home then have a room specifically for them. An indoor playground for your Cat where they could run around, climb jump and just be themselves
- Keep it fresh and new for your Cat. Once you’ve played with certain type of toys, hide them and play with a different one. After a little while you can bring those old toys back. This will make the old toys exciting again
A Cat that is tired and exhausted of playing is a happy Cat
This will also help your Cat sleep at night (Cats are awake during the night)
If your Cat has a habit of waking you up in the middle of the night then check out my article on How to stop a Cat from meowing at night
6. Give Your Cat Safe Outdoor Access
Whether you should keep your Cat indoors or let them venture outdoors on their own is a whole new topic on it’s own
If it’s dangerous where you live then I wouldn’t advice to let you Cat out unsupervised
You should always put your Cats safety first
Here’s a few safe ways of letting your Cat enjoy the outdoors
- Screened porch
- You could walk your Cat on a leash – They will need to be trained to do that
- If you have a balcony and is Cat proofed, you can let your Cat go on it
- You can fence your back garden so your Cat can’t escape but can still enjoy the sun and fresh air
7. View Of The Outside World
Cats love to spend time by the window and looking at birds or squirrels
They could do that for hours
Try to ensure your Cat has a decent view of the outside and a suitable place to sit and lie down enjoying the sun
You can get a window perch which will make it comfortable for your Cat to just chill and look at birds and chatter away!
8. Keeping The Environment Clean
Cats are very clean animals
I mean, they spend 30% of their life grooming themselves!
So you want to ensure their living space is spotless
They hate a dirty litter box
This can cause litter box avoidance
Just as us humans won’t use a filthy washroom your Cat will not use a dirty litter box
You should clean the litter box everyday
If your Cat does not use the litter box you can check out my article How to get your Cat to use the litter box
9. Give Them Space
Everyone loves their own space and Cats do too
They love some me time
They like hiding in secluded places where they can go and take a Catnap, relax and sleep
Their little hideaway can be very ordinary
Like a Cardboard box
Or on your bed
A place where they feel secure
10. Get Them a Companion
Whilst some Cats love to be the king or queen in their territory (Your home) others would love some company
Are you at work for most of the day? Or do you think your Cat feels lonely?
They might appreciate another Cat and become BFF!
If you do decide to get another Cat, make sure to introduce them slowly so they can start off on the right page
And quickly become best buddies
11. Converse With Your Cat
Call me crazy but I talk to my Cat
You should too
They are great listeners
And they will respond back to you
Did you know you can tell a Cat you love them in their language?
Slowly blinking at them is a way of you saying to your Cat “I love you”
How cute is that!
If you want to find out more about talking to your Cat check out How to talk to your Cat
12. Praise Your Cat
Who doesn’t love praise
Cats love them too
And you should let them know how great they are!
Cats can sense when we’re stressed and this can cause them to be stressed
So if we give off happy vibes your Cat will feel happy too!
13. Brush Your Cat
Although Cats groom themselves
But if you help them out
You can reduce hairballs and create a bonding moment with them
Great way to build that connection and make them happy
I’m sure they would appreciate this!
Especially long haired Cats
14. Grow Grass For Your Cat
It’s normal for a Cat to nibble on Grass when they stay outdoors
Why not grow some grass for your indoor Cat
Chewing on grass can be very beneficial for your Cat’s health
Here are some plants which you can grow for your Cat
- Alfafa Grass
- Oat
- Catnip
- Barley
- Wheatgrass
- Lemongrass
You can grow these grass indoors and it doesn’t take too long
So give it a go for your Cat
They’ll nibble away at the grass!
15. Give Your Cat a Challenge
Feeding your Cat the same food at the same time can have it’s benefits
But it can get boring
So why not make it fun for your Cat
Let your Cat use their hunting skills and let them hunt for their food
So instead of just feeding your Cat
You can encourage your Cat to use their mental stimulation and work for their food
Use puzzle feeders or food dispenser toys to give your little furrball a challenge
This will be great fun for your Cat and also provides them a source of entertainment
A great way of keeping your Cat happy
16. Litter Box Location
This is another way of giving your Cat privacy by providing them private place to relieve themselves
If you could provide them a whole room for themselves that would be awesome
Otherwise if you have a small apartment and don’t know where to put the litter box you can check out my article on Litter box location – Where to put Cat Litter Box In a Small Apartment
17. Take a Cat Nap With Your Cat
Let your Cat take a Cat nap with you
When you’re sleeping on the sofa relaxing let your Cat join you
Your Cat will feel loved knowing that you trust them and you’ll feel warm and have a Cat purring on you
The best feeling ever!
In Conclusion
It’s important we show our Cat that we love them by making them happy
They’re family and it’s not fair we don’t give them any affection or love
They show us unconditional love and provide us with entertainment by them just being themselves
It’s time we show them love too
Not only that
We need to understand them too
That is why I would really recommend Cat Language Bible
This book will help you become a better Cat Parent by understanding your Cat in a better way
You can FINALLY tell them exactly how much they mean to you
I’m pretty certain every Cat parent would love to have a true detailed conversation with their Cat like a parent would have with their children
You’re not strangers right? You’re family
Now it’s time to have family discussions!
You can check out my review on Cat Language Bible by clicking here
Must have for ALL Cat parents!
