7 Things that you Can Do to Make your Cat really Happy

As pet owners, we want them to be comfortable, at ease, and of course, happy. Perhaps in the case of cats it’s harder to know how they feel because they have a particular way of expressing themselves. Therefore, in this article, we tell you what you can do to make your cat really happy.

Tips to make your cat really happy at home

Dogs wag their tails and leap with joy when you come home. Cats on the other hand tend to be more reluctant to show affection, or they show it when they feel like it. Therefore our role as owner is to provide everything they need to be happy, even though they may not particularly show it.

1. Feed well

Diet is really important for an animal to be health and strong, but also for your cat to be happy. But be careful. Sometimes we tend to confuse showing affection with overfeeding, and your cat could end up overweight. Find a high-quality food and make sure it’s right for their age or requirements. Don’t forget to follow the amounts indicated by the vet.

2. Take them to the vet

Although your cat may spend all day in the house they can still get sick. It’s important therefore that they pay a visit to the vet at least twice a year. Your cat will need to be spayed or neutered to avoid unwanted kittens and the reduce the risk of feline HIV. When you bring a cat home, don’t wait too long to get all the necessary vaccinations and remember to get the right treatments to avoid fleas and ticks.

3. Keep your cat clean

You already know that cats are the most hygienic animals in the world. However, there are some habits that we humans can do to make the place even cleaner. The litter box should be kept free of smells and waste. Cats are very sensitive to smells and often, if they don’t like the condition of the litter box, they’ll do their business somewhere else. This is why it’s really important to clean the litter once a day and change it each week. It’s important to keep your cat happy.

4. Stroke

Cats really like to interact with their owners, but on the condition that they decide when. If they seek you out for some stroking… take the opportunity! The “permitted” areas are behind the ears, under the chin, and the side of their nose. Don’t touch their legs or their tail or this will bother them a lot. If they trust you a lot, they may let you scratch their belly. Remember, they don’t like you to touch them for a long time. If you notice them start to move their tail, stop stroking.

5. Freedom

This doesn’t mean that you let them go wherever they want, but you need to remember that cats need their own space and to play to be happy. Let them entertain themselves, with whatever they find, and entertain them yourself with objects you have to hand or have bought. They can spend hours with a simple cardboard box. If you have space, you can set up one of those play towers where your cat can jump up and down different levels. Let them look out the window to watch birds, people, and anything else moving outside.

6. Keep them company

Although cats have a more solitary and nocturnal life, they like to receive a bit of affection or warmth from other animals. A domestic cat who spends too long indoors can get depressed or bored. So we recommend that you do things with them nearby. For example, when watching television, reading, or sitting in front of the computer. Have them on your lap, or stroke them once in a while… They’ll be much happier for the interaction!

7. Let your cat go out

If you live in a city apartment, maybe this will be a little more complicated. You could let them go out onto the balcony or terrace, only when they don’t have a means of escape or jumping off. If you have a garden or a park this will be easier. Cats really like to take a nap on the grass in the sun, as well as looking for a bit of shade or shelter from the rain. You could install a special cat door so they can leave and return when they like.