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Steps To Make A Cat Feel Safe

Before bringing your new cat home, set up a safe room with all of its need. Stay away from tension and last-minute purchases. 

Be Prepared

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Give Them Their Own Space

"Territorial cats require a secure, well-known environment to feel safe. Comfort in an unfamiliar situation might be found in a warm room or quiet nook."

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When threatened, cats seek protection in height and hide in perches or other places of cover. By providing these, you enhance security and alleviate stress.

Hiding Places And Perches

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Resources

Improve the environment for your cat by providing shallow bowls, separate food and water bowls, multiple litter boxes in peaceful spots, and enough resources for all cats.

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Cats need to scratch to communicate, sharpen their claws, protect furnishings, and feel at home. Give conspicuous scratching posts for them.

Scratching

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Routine

Establish a schedule for feeding, grooming, and playtime with your cat. Cats enjoy predictability because it makes them feel safe.

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"Allowing your cat to retreat to a safe area while gradually introducing them to a bustling home. For advice on cat introductions, consult our resources."

Other Pets And People

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Enrichment

"Enrichment, such toys, puzzle feeders, and interactive activities, reduces cat stress and deepens the owner-cat link, resulting in a peaceful environment," says the author.

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Cats communicate and mark their territory through pheromones. Feliway and other artificial cat pheromones help alleviate anxiety in unfamiliar situations.

Pheromones

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Seek Professional Help

Watch out for indicators of stress in animals, such as vocalisation, aggression, hiding, and toileting. Consult a veterinarian to rule out sickness and, if necessary, a behaviourist.

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