Playing with your cat is the best possible way to build up a bond between the two of you. They will become more attached and you will feel closer to them.
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The
Benefits of Playing with Your Cat
The
best way to ensure that your cat does not become overweight is by
feeding them correctly with a balanced diet. But exercise also plays
a part in keeping your kitty healthy.
If
yours is an indoor cat, then playing with your cat may be
their only opportunity for exertion and staying trim.
Playing
with your cat will help them to become confident. Also regular
play periods, coupled with petting sessions, will get your cat used
to human interaction, they will be less likely to shy away and hide,
when visitors call.
Hunting
Abilities
Playing with your cat will help
them to develop their hunting abilities. Hunting is a natural
instinct for all cats, a cat confined to indoors usually has little
chance to express and develop this instinct.
Encourage kitty to chase a toy mouse, allow them to pounce for the 'kill'. This will aid them should they ever get lost and need to find food.
Playing
with Your Cat releases Aggression
Playing
with your cat will
help them to release aggression. Cats often display aggressive traits
through boredom. Tutor your cat not to scratch, bite or attack you
through play sessions.
Use praise to reward your cat for playing gently, as soon as they show any sign that they are about to use their teeth or claws - end the play session. This will teach your cat that aggressive cat behavior is best directed toward their toys, and not you!
Cats
Need Fun
Cats need fun in their lives, just like
humans need it. Relieve the monotony of eating, snoozing and using
the litter box by putting a bit of fun in your cats life. You will
have a happier, more confident and less aggressive cat.
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