Exercise for domestic cats is one of the basic and essential pillars for our pet to enjoy an optimal quality of life, although obviously we must not forget other important factors such as food, hygienic and veterinary care, rest, and obviously our company and affection.
A domestic cat needs to perform physical exercise because through it it will achieve complete well-being, not only will it feel better physically and it will keep all the structures of its body in good shape, but also who will also enjoy a balanced behavior. In this AnimalWised article we want to give you ideas to keep your feline as he althy as possible, so we're talking about exercises for domestic cats
The cat that lives indoors
If your cat does not go outside, it is essential that you look for ways so that it can give way to its instincts and thus practice physical exercise, although this is somewhat more complex, it is very feasible to achieve this goalThrough the game.
Here are some ideas that will allow your cat to exercise indoors:
- It is practically essential that you have a scraper. There are many scratching posts for cats and some of them incorporate other accessories with which your cat can play and scratch, something that is essential for him.
- Catnip Dispensing Toys are another great option. Cats love this plant and there is no doubt that they will continually chase the toy until they can get it.
- Any toy that moves and is tied to a rope will be ideal for awakening your cat's predatory instinct, which will not tire of chasing it.
The cat that enjoys the outdoors
According to many ethologists, the cat is an animal adapted to domestic life, which does not necessarily imply that it is a domesticated animal, by which we mean that this animal has a great need to remain in contact with the outside environment.
We cannot say that it is bad not to let your cat go outside, in fact, this practice carries some risks, but it is convenient to say that when there are small prey to hunt, trees to climb and a wild environment, the cat is naturally exercised and also releases its instincts
Allowing a cat to explore its instinct in a natural environment, for example, your garden, will make it practice physical exercise as something that is part of its nature, and if the diet is adequate, the risk of suffering feline obesity practically disappears.
However, you must ensure that your pet follows the vaccination schedule since following it will determine the time when it can go outside without running risks related to its immune system.
You need time for your cat to exercise
The options we've shown you above will help your cat exercise in a home environment, but it's still It's very important that you get actively involvedand spend at least 20 minutes a day interacting with your cat through games.
In addition, you may want your cat to go outside but with your supervision and control and this is possible if you teach your pet to walk on a leash, something that can be very beneficial if he is used to to live only inside the home.
