Topics

Food and Feeding

• Obligate carnivores need animal-based protein diets, not high-carb kibble
• Use wide dishes/platters to prevent whisker fatigue and allow environmental awareness while eating
• Establish a consistent feeding routine, as disruptions can cause stress/illness
• Provide moisture since cats don’t drink enough water from bowls

Enrichment

• Exercise needs reflect their wild counterparts – allow vertical climbing, running, hunting
• Rotate toys, move furniture to introduce novelty which they crave
• Clicker training, food puzzles/hunting feeders engage their hunting instincts
• Schedule playtime 1-2 times per day with each cat to meet prey drive

Safe Spaces

• Provide vertical spaces like cat trees and shelves, and hiding spots they can call their own
• Let them choose their preferred eating locations instead of owner convenience
• Create safe zones away from loud noises/visitors if needed

Energy and Environment

• Cats sense and absorb human stress/energy levels which impacts them
• Manage own stress through showers, calming music, mindfulness before interacting
• Desensitize to normal household sounds through positive reinforcement
• Consider working with animal communicators, energy healers, behaviorists