People love their pets as if they were their children. They dote on them and buy them all the luxuries they can afford. There has been a long standing difference between those that consider themselves to be dog people and those that profess to love indoor cats. The differences are as strong as the personality traits of their furry friends. A great example of the differences is in the attitude. A dog worships his owner because the owner loves him and feeds him and cares for his every need. A cat on the other hand believes that the owner worships her, the feline, because the owner loves her, feeds her and cares for her every need.
The cat lover knows the joy and comfort that only indoor cats can bring. The purr of their little motors brings a special smile after a long day. The companionship is a partnership, as the feline has a very independent streak but is actually very dependent of the owner’s affection. They just don’t want anyone to know it. Their domain is the entire house. After all, they own it, you are only there to care for their needs. To make their domain as comfortable and happy as possible it’s important to supply them with all the necessities of a kitty’s life.
One of the first necessities is the litter box. Indoor cats all have different unique habits. For a small cat a regular litter box will work fine. But for cats that are large, tend to spray or love extra privacy you may have to experiment until you find the perfect box. If they are high sprayers then large plastic storage containers do the trick. You can even add steps to make the process easier. For extra privacy the litter boxes with covers are wonderful. Regardless of the style it is very important to clean it every day. A scoop-able litter makes it very easy.
Indoor cats love to play, so lots of cat toys and a scratching post will make them feel very special. The cat post is also a great way to save your furniture. Put a little catnip on the post and she will claim it as her own in no time. Cats need a good cat food with a high level of protein. In the wild a cat’s diet consisted of the entire animal. A good cat food should reflect this balance. Don’t forget that your cat will need a special high perch to be able to see all the activity while watching over their kingdom. Add tender loving care and you and your cat will have a long and happy life together.