Cassi AndersonI don’t know about you, but these short (and often cold days) have me feeling a little stir crazy. I can assure you that my pal, Macaroni, isn’t immune to indoor boredom either! Having a kitten trapped inside during the winter isn’t for the faint of heart! So, I am always looking for ways to keep him stimulated! I’ve found some great ways to entertain him. I think you and your PURR-fect pal will also enjoy!
We have been investing in lots of interactive toys! There’s a great variety out there, but I can assure you that Macaroni has worn the batteries out a few times on his butterfly toy. He also has a toy that is basically a glorified cat version of whack a mole with a little feather and he greatly enjoys that. If you prefer something a little simpler you can’t go wrong with a traditional laser pointer. We all get a kick out him running all over the house trying to catch that annoying red light! We try to incorporate a variety of toys in his repertoire to prevent him from getting too bored. Just like with my kiddos, I also like to rotate toys with my kitties as well. This is a great way to keep things fresh and prevent boredom.
We’ve also purchased a few cat furniture pieces. This is a great way to give your pet a chance to utilize their natural instincts of climbing! We have a new cat tree that Macaroni can’t get enough of. We have a few cats in our household, so we do have multiple cat trees in our home. This is nice because Macaroni is a little much for my senior kitties at times. Everyone has their own space to explore and play! Don’t want to invest in a big cat tree? Try cutting a few holes in a cardboard box! I don’t think I’ve ever seen my cats turn down a new box to explore and play with. Crinkle up some packing paper and you will keep the entertained for at least a few hours!
Don’t be afraid to find some fun cat friendly videos online. Growing up, I vividly remember having a “Cat TV” VHS that I would put on for my kitties when I would be gone for extended periods during the day. Although I no longer have that video I have found similar videos on Youtube that my cats enjoy watching. This is a great way to stimulate their natural desire to hunt and observe wildlife! Depending on your location, you may be able to create the real thing for your pet with a window seat and a bird feeder.
I hope that some of these give your cat some great mental stimulation and ensure that you don’t suffer from too much boredom during these short winter days!
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