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It is well-known that an unattended cat can destroy an apartment
or a house. The cat will sharpen its claws on the expensive
furniture. It will shred curtains. Any bored cat is a destructive
animal. Kittens playing simulate hunts. This is as cats are
natural predators. Their instincts are to stalk and chase before
catching the prey. Cats use speed and agility to get what they
want. They want to play when you are asleep. The solution to stop
this kind of behavior is to buy or construct a playroom or feline
jungle gym. You can control your cat by building it a playground.
Furniture for your kitty
You do not have to spend a lot of money if you have the skills to
do everything yourself. Before you begin, understand the cat does
not have much space for jumping and climbing. Your kitty likes a
high point from where it could keep a close eye on its
environment. It is a good idea to construct cat shelves using
Ikea furniture. Cat stairs will also please the feline. This
concept is like the installation of bookshelves. The only
difference is that the boards will ascend up the walls for your
kitty to climb. You can also make a fiberboard tree. If you are
not much into carpentry, you can buy ready-made cat furniture at
any pet retailer.The comfort of your cat must always be in your
mind. The cat must feel at home in the new environment you have
designed for it. The easiest way to do it is to designate a
particular room and fill it up with the cat's favorite toys. The
simplest way to achieve this is to install a scratching post. Not
doing this means you come home to a shredded sofa. Younger cats
will want something tall to climb and stretch their claws. Older
cats will not show much interest in tall items. In case you are
unsure of what to buy, observe the behavior of your cat. See
whether the cat stretches up and scratch the scratching post or
it kneads on the ground. The former is the sign of a more active
cat. A lazy cat will go for the latter.
Social cats
Cats are extremely sociable creatures which get depressed if they
are lonely for a long time. This is the reason you should
purchase interactive cat toys. Stock up the playroom of the cat
with laser pointers. Engage the feline's night hunting instincts
with those toys whose eyes have light and they glow realistically
in dark. You can also buy a mat which lights up when they step on
it. This will keep the cat engaged until the morning. Be
environmentally friendly by buying green items.
How To Construct The Best Cat Playroom At Home
Although cats enjoy lots of “me” time, it does not mean they want
to be confined. If you are in a generous mood to create a space
for your kitty, you can make home alterations to make it
possible. Include a few glass dividers to make this area appear
larger for both your kitty and for humans as well. It is a good
idea to install big sliding doors. Your cats will enjoy the large
amounts of daylight pouring in even though they are comfortable
inside the house. Glass partitions will keep your cat happy but
safe.
Get a catwalk
Every cat wants to look down on others and catwalk is a natural
thing to have inside its room. It is extremely simple to do this.
Install a beam fixed high on the walls, preferably a foot
underneath the ceiling. Install a few access ramps too to help
your kitty get to the beam.
Gyms
Your cat loves to climb. Buy a few cat trees so that it could
climb and perch on the top to its heart's content. These
structures give your kitty an excellent workout. Gyms are
essential for younger cats as they have abundant energy to burn
during the daytime. If your cats are older, purchase shorter
trees. They will provide senior cats the physical stimulation
they need.
Television
Cats, like their owners, like to watch television. They, however,
do not prefer soap operas. Put a cartoon or a wildlife channel
for them to watch. Do turn the TV off during bedtime. Do always
have the remote control in your hand and make your kitty
understand that you control the TV. If you do not, there can be
problems.
Good sleep
It is important your cat enjoys a good nap. Buy and install a
good quality Kitty Sill. This is a bed which is attached to the
window sill. Do not forget to buy a variety of kitty hammocks and
cat beds all over the room. This will help your cat to enjoy a
disturbance-free, sound sleep.
A bathroom for your cat
There is a limit to how much litter boxes you can change. To stop
this incessant changing, buy one which can be attached to the
plumbing. The motion sensor will automatically flush once the
kitty has vacated the box. In case you cannot make or afford such
an expensive option, select a spill-proof box which automatically
controls the odors. The end result? You will enjoy a sweet
smelling and clean cat playroom.Pain the wall green as cats love
green. Add plants which the cat can chew and gnaw all through the
day and night. Feeling brave? Grow your personal catnip. Do
however be prepared for a wild kitty.
