Kitty cats are a part of your family, sometimes they are our BFF, our companion and even our kids. Wanting to spoil our pets rotten is a common theme, one that is growing too. This post is all about nine ways to say “I love you cat”.
According to the American Pet Products Association, approximately 47.1 million households owned a cat in 2017-2018. This number rises about 3-5% every year, and looks like it will continue rising!
Because of the number of pet parents who own a cat (s), more and more services and products are being offered to help spoil your favorite feline rotten! It is not uncommon the everyday cat owner wants great supplies to help their furry four legged friend to enjoy a healthy and happy life.
Even though kitties have nine lives, you just have this one with your cat so below are nine ways you can spoil your kitty cat rotten during this life!
These cat products scream “I LOVE YOU CAT”
Cat Bed
This may seem so obvious, but in reality, you want to get your cat a bed that is comfortable and cozy. Kitties love a cavernous shape to their sleep masters so it is no surprise that wool cave pet beds are such a hit among cats and dogs.
In addition to having an attractive shape, cats love the lanolin oil that the wool is felted with. Lanolin is super soft feeling on their paws and reminds them of their mother’s fur from feeding so don’t be surprised if your cat kneads her cave bed before getting cozy for a cat nap.
This is the ultimate, I love you kitty cat gesture!
Chill Space
If you are having guests for the holidays, an article you might like, “How to Make a Chill Area for Your Kitty Cat this Pawliday Season” goes into detail about the importance of providing a safe haven for your pet. Holidays are not the only high traffic times though and cats need a safe space for many reasons.
By nature, felines are solo animals when it comes to exploring unknown territory. You may bring something as insignificant into your home such as a piece of new furniture, but to your cat it can be a really big deal.
Many times cats will check out the new addition when nobody else is around, making sure it meets the sniff test of safety and non-intrusiveness.
Other times, you may bring other pets into your home. Perhaps you are fostering another cat or introducing a new dog to your family.
Anything like this is a major stressor for many kitties and it will be very important she has her own chill space.
Even if she just needs to get away during times where there will be high traffic such as guests, kids or parties, your kitty needs a chill space or two to escape the commotion. An indoor kitty cat enclosure can be ideal for times like this.
Believe it or not, giving your kitty space to be along is a way to say I love you kitty cat because by nature cats are interested in solo time.
For some cats, there doesn’t even need to be a reason for them to want privacy from time to time. Spoil your cat rotten with a Pet Lodge by Kritter Kommunity.
The Pet Lodge is a favorite for indoor cat space because it is so lightweight, easy to put up and collapse down plus it has its very own carrying case for convenient storage.
Be sure to line it with your cat’s favorite blanket, fill it with a few toys and even place a cave nest inside. The more comfortable and cozy she is, the safer she will feel.
Catio
If you want your cat to feel super spoiled give her the gift of sunshine. If you have window ledges she can comfortably lay in where the sunshine can hit her perfectly, you have a built in sunshine basking area! If you want to take it a step further, build her a window catio.
She will definitely feel I love you kitty cat in something so specifically built for her.
But if your window area is not enough, or doesn’t get the sun puddles, consider investing in adding a catio onto your home.
Catios are ideal for kitties to get fresh air and sunshine while staying cat safe and secure.
For Catio DIY plans, check out Catio Spaces. Catio Spaces offers a variety of plans to build a catio perfect for your feline.
When building a catio is not an option, consider a portable cat pen. The Kritter Kondo portable catio product is an ideal alternative when building a cat enclosure is not available. If you have a patio or deck, a Kritter Kondo Catio can be the perfect way to offer fluffy a place to sunbathe. The Kritter Kondo retails for $189.99 plus shipping in the contiguous United States.
Favorite Kitty Cat Food
Treating your feline like the queen or king they are also includes healthy eating and nutrition. As the notion of pets being family members continues to strengthen, considering your cat’s diet is something important to providing a happy and healthy lifestyle.
More and more cat veterinarians are leaning toward wet cat food instead of dry cat food.
Dry cat food tends to be high in carbohydrates, low in water content and is associated with several health issues commonly found in cats.
There are several great moist cat foods on the market that can easily be bought via Amazon. Purina Fancy Feast is among a top favorite and can be ordered on automatic delivery so that every week, or month a new lot is delivered to your door!
Wervu is our choice for healthy grain free wet cat food.
Delectables has a hearty cat stew that is highly recommended and probably better than giving your cat any dry food. For a list of the Top 10 Best Healthy Canned, Soft & Wet Cat Foods for 2019 check out the list AllAboutCats.com pulled together. Among the top contenders is Hound and Gatos, which is a popular one among felines too!
Cat Treats
Feeding your cat healthy nutritious food is obviously an incredible way to spoil the little fur baby rotten.
And although nutrition has its place in your cat’s diet, even your feline needs a little treat from time to time. Cat treats are a great way to motivate good behavior and say I love you to your cat.
Use cat treats to encourage any good behavior or if you are training your cat. Some folks use cat treats during feline leash training as a way to reward the act of getting used to a harness, and that is for sure a wonderful way to spoil your cat!
Litter Box Duty
Be a good steward with your kitty cat’s litter box!
Keep it clean with fresh litter always. This important task of litter box cleaning is a superb way of telling your cat you care!
Many cats only like unscented litter. If your cat is having issues, try changing to NO SCENT AT ALL, NONE litter.
More urinating issues occur due to litter box issues than almost any other behavioral problem.
Keeping the box and area around the box clean is one of the best ways your cat will feel comfortable in her home.
Several products on the market can help you keep a tidy litter box area including box liners, stainless steel scoopers and unscented litter.
A lot of cats do not like scented litter because they do not want the fragrance to attract predators, so it is instinctual that they might not want to use the scented litter. For litter, many times you need to try a few and see what your cat likes the best. Use that one!
Grooming
Grooming will scream “I love you” to your cat.
Providing a nice grooming regularly will not only combat hairballs, it will also feel wonderful for your cat. Use a brush that is designed for your cat’s coat thickness and be sure to clean the brush regularly. Your cat will be so happy to have brushing maintenance!
Pedicure
Claws on cats can be painful to the owner, but just as importantly, they can get caught onto things like rugs, furniture and clothing. Keep your kitty cat’s claws trimmed so you both can enjoy those times when he shows you how much he loves you through kneading.
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Getting your cat used to regular pedicures might be difficult if your cat is an adult and not used to having a trim. Use treats as a way to praise him for good behavior with each paw clipped. Be sure to be very gentle and only trim the very tips.
Playtime
Spending fun time with your cat is extremely important and it is a perfect way to spoil your kitty especially if you have only one cat. Enjoying time with our cat while getting exercise and encouraging play will go along way in preventing behavioral issues.
Many cats become aggressive when they get too bored and can stalk their owners in an attempt to get attention. Ankle attacking is one of the many signs telling you that your cat needs more playtime and exercise!
There are many toys that will encourage jumping, running and bunny kicks. A top toy cats love is Da Bird.
The feather being dragged along the floor makes cats go absolutely nuts. Your cat will love jumping, chasing and dragging his new toy along, all while you are cheering him on. Because your kitty may get very excited and attack the feathers over and over, it is best to Da Bird refills so you have them on hand at all times!
Spending and investing time in your cat’s well being will show her how much you love her. Spoiling your four legged fur baby will not only give her the loving home she deserves, your hear will be filled too!
Cat supplies and products are ideal when considering all the ways you can spoil your cat, but spending time is the most important thing you can do.
DIY cat toys are also super easy to make and can be an affordable way to spoil your cat rotten!
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