Do you like to play with your cat? No surprise! Games help not only to have fun, but also to establish more friendly and warm relationships with your pet, and also teach the cat to communicate with other animals and people. However, this is not all the benefits of games! If you wish, you can teach your cat to perform various tricks and commands and unleash its creative potential to the fullest!
Remember at least 10 simple games that you can play with your kitten, delighting your pet with your unusual inventions!
Table tennis
This game can be played even without a table. Use a regular ball, which is suitable for many games: throw it on any hard surface. Its attractive sound will constantly attract attention, and any game will not harm either your cat or your furniture - the ball is light enough and can neither cause injury to the animal nor damage the furniture. In addition, the best way to play with a cat with a ball is to roll it along a long corridor or room: the cat will run after it, trying to catch it, and thus will be constantly on the move.
Kitten toys
Does a kitten need toys? This question can be answered unequivocally: yes, like any baby, a kitten needs objects that will imitate objects of reality for it and with which it can play as it pleases. Pet stores offer a fairly wide range of special toys for kittens, and you can always find something for your pet. But it’s easy to make toys for a kitten yourself. The notorious paper bow on a string is no worse than, say, ready-made feather accessories. Reels, balls, pieces of fur, empty plastic jars and cardboard boxes are great items that can bring a storm of delight to your little one. Just as in the case of children, very often the cheapest and most unpresentable toys turn out to be the most beloved.
You can sew an artificial mouse for your kitten, adding a little catnip to its filling - the adored aroma will give the hunt for this “game” a special spice. It is especially useful to make toys for a kitten together with children - this is both an exciting creative activity, a way to bond with your pet, and an excellent basis for joint games.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES Do not let the kitten independently have fun with toys tied to a thread or rope - the baby can wrap the lace around his neck, which is very dangerous.
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Tips for raising a kitten
You should definitely follow the general recommendations for raising a small pet. It is necessary, if possible, to avoid punishments that follow the commission of a particular offense. We must remember that the effective punishment is the one that will follow at the moment the dirty trick is committed, but in no case before - the kitten will not understand why he is being punished.
In any case, cruel punishments must be abandoned. It is enough to simply clap your hands or loudly, angrily click. To achieve your goal of understanding, you need to remain calm and friendly.
You can use your imagination to wean your kitten from any actions without injuring it. For example, weaning a little prankster from climbing onto the owner’s bed with rustling foil, which will put an end to the attractiveness of this place.
When dealing with puddles, you need to make sure that the kitten is comfortable going to the toilet in a designated place. Britons need a lot of space, even in the litter box. But if he is unable to develop freely there, then most likely he will go to look for another territory to correct his needs, which is more convenient for him.
You should not force a place on a British kitten, you need to wait until he chooses it himself. When the kitten finds a cozy place for itself, you just need to put a house there or lay down some bedding.
We must not forget that this breed of cat needs unlimited affection and attention. If the pet lacks this, then all sorts of disagreements will begin, which can lead to difficulties in the upbringing process.
British kitten nutrition tips
You need to create a meal plan that you will always need to adhere to. You also need to try not to change the chosen diet. It is worth remembering that it is better for the kitten if food is offered several times (the frequency of feeding depends on the age of the kitten). In this way, you can teach your small pet to eat at certain hours.
You need to feed the kitten 4-6 times in 24 hours. Little kittens don't overeat
It is important to add vitamins and minerals to the diet at a young age, which are additionally required
When the kitten is six months old, you can feed it three times a day; at eight months you can switch to feeding an adult cat, i.e. twice a day.
The baby can be fed natural food (beef, chicken, boiled sea fish, dairy products, egg yolk) or prepared food.
Cats do not like to eat from dirty dishes, so the kitten's bowl should always be clean. Food should be slightly warm or at room temperature.
If you don’t eat before feeding him, then your pet will not have the habit of begging for food from the table. It is worth remembering one necessary rule - first feed the pet, and then the owner himself will eat.
Choosing a healthy kitten
The very fact of purchasing a British kitten from a specialized nursery is already a kind of guarantee that the baby is healthy and normally developed. In good nurseries, where breeders are responsible for breeding the breed, all matings are planned, there are no accidental litters, reliable information about the use of the kitten’s parents and other ancestors in breeding work excludes severe hereditary defects and diseases.
However, the new owner must make sure for himself that he is acquiring not only a purebred animal, but also a healthy one. To do this, when meeting the baby, you need to examine him and observe how he behaves.
Important criteria to pay attention to first
- The characteristic dense plush fur should be shiny and evenly textured, without bald patches or matted tangles. The presence of fleas and skin diseases are indicated by small black grains - parasite excrement, scratching and rashes.
- The ears should be clean, without dark plaque on the inside of the shell and discharge from the ear canal - symptoms of ear mite infestation.
- Up to a year old, a small British baby has slight discharge from the eyes. But under no circumstances should they be cloudy or purulent. A healthy kitten's eyes are clear and well open.
- You need to make sure that there are no ulcers or abnormally developing teeth in your mouth. Depending on the nature of the pigmentation of the mucous membranes, not all cats' gums are pink, but in any case they should not show signs of inflammation.
- The nasal planum of a healthy kitten is smooth, shiny, without traces of discharge from the nasal passages.
- The tummy, even if the baby has recently dined, should not be bloated and hard.
- Clean, dry fur under the tail, absence of swelling and signs of inflammation around the anus are evidence that the baby’s digestion is fine.
- Careful palpation of the tail should not reveal any knots or creases.
It is also worth making sure that the baby is active and moves well. You can try to play with him, while at the same time observing the reaction to a stranger. The more confident and free the kitten behaves when first meeting him, the easier and faster his adaptation to the new environment will be.
WHO IS THIS CAT SUITABLE FOR?
Many lovers of British cats consider them to be the ideal cat. This cat has a kind and soulful look, a pleasant character, a variety of colors, and requires simple care, which makes it more and more popular.
The British cat received a succinctly characterizing name - “cat for a businessman.” This all-understanding kitty is ideal for those who spend a lot of time working and are often away from home.
The Briton has a significant amount of Persian blood running through his veins. Therefore, he can be very restrained in expressing emotions, and sometimes even timid. This cat must be handled carefully and patiently.
Why are cats playful?
The game for cats is a kind of training for the whole body. It starts from a very early age and helps kittens become familiar with the world around them. In this way, they prepare for adult life, imitating the behavior of their parents, learn to hunt each other, their owners and various objects, and improve their skills.
cats play - for entertainment and to maintain their tone
In adult cats, play can help relieve depression or stress. It builds trust with your pet and gives him the opportunity to relax. With its help, you can reduce the animal’s aggressive behavior by switching its attention and energy to games. Games are especially useful for establishing relationships between an old and new pet.
Hide and seek
Few people have thought about how to play hide and seek with a cat at home. But this is the fun that animals like the most, because they can show the skills of their inner predator.
To engage your kitten in this game, you need to make eye contact. Wait until the animal is in a part of the room where you can see it. Hide behind a door or other object, and then stick your head out so your kitten can see it. If your pet is passionate about something, then call him with some sound.
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This way you can interest him. The kitten will see you playing with it and will begin to move in your direction to discover the place where you are hiding. As soon as the pet runs up to you, it can meow characteristically, as if urging you to continue the game.
Don't stop there. Quickly change the place where you will hide. And from there again establish eye contact, periodically looking out from the ambush.
Toilet training a kitten
Domestic cats usually have no problems with litter box training. In order for the kitten to understand this as quickly as possible, you need to approach this issue correctly and in a timely manner. The tray must be prepared before a new “tenant” appears in the house. As a rule, breeders train small kittens to use the litter tray in advance, before they are given to a new owner. In this case, all that remains is to buy a new tray and filler for it.
According to physiological characteristics, kittens go to the toilet immediately after eating. At first, you need to take your baby to the toilet immediately after eating. This way the kitten will understand what is required of him. You need to carefully grab the fluffy one by the belly and make sure that the kitten does “its business.” If the kitten went to the toilet in the wrong place, you should not shout at it, much less hit it. It is also not recommended to poke an animal into a puddle it has made.
It is enough to tell the little one in a stern voice that they are unhappy with him. Cats understand human intonation. After this, you need to take the animal to the tray and rustle with the filler. The place where the “crime” occurred must be quickly treated with special cleaning agents so that the kitten is not drawn there by the smell. It must also be remembered that good toilet behavior is fully formed by six months. In order for a kitten to use the toilet correctly, the tray must first of all be comfortable.
You can take a walk
Did you know that cats are extremely curious creatures? They get to know the world throughout their lives, using their powerful sense of smell. If you introduce your pet to new objects, then believe me, it will become something like a game for him. When buying new goods, processing foods during cooking, show them to your kitten - he will happily sniff everything, but only once. When he gets acquainted with any smell, it becomes uninteresting to him at a certain moment.
You can accustom your pet to the street from a young age. To do this, it is best to use a comfortable harness that will prevent the kitten from escaping. Try to walk your animal away from noisy highways, large numbers of people and away from dogs.
Why do cats play with each other?
By playing with each other, kittens or adults learn their social role. They gain an understanding of boundaries and family hierarchy. If you deprive a kitten of the company of its mother and brothers and sisters, then just as cats play with each other, so it will test the tricks on its owners. Here it is important to be firm and clearly indicate the boundaries of what is permitted.
An animal deprived of such practice may become fearful and unsure of itself. His behavior will be driven by fear. This can become a serious problem for adaptation into society. In a healthy kitten, with age, games become more and more noisy and energetic, which indicates his health and proper development.
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You won’t believe it, but cats also love to run after a ball and bring it in their teeth to their owner. It will not be possible to accustom them to this the first time, because you need to interest the pet. Let's find out how to play “Fetch!” with a kitten.
- First, prepare a comfortable ball for the animal. Since they always bring it in their teeth, it should be made of comfortable material. Some people prefer crumpled paper, while other pets love a fabric ball. Making your first toy is not that difficult, the main thing is to take a landscape sheet, as it is denser and safer. Do not use a newspaper or magazine, because the kitten will take the ball in its teeth and slobber on it, which means that toxic substances from the printing ink will enter its body, albeit in small quantities. Making a fabric ball is much more difficult. It is best to take an old cotton T-shirt or T-shirt, then cut a long strip 1-2 centimeters wide from it, and then roll it into a tight ball.
- Secondly, don't make the toy too big. It will be extremely difficult for a small kitten to hold a large ball in its teeth.
- Thirdly, when you have prepared the attribute for the game, it’s time to start having fun. Draw the kitten's attention to the ball by moving it across the surface of the sofa. When the animal becomes interested in the toy, throw it at a distance of 3-5 meters. If your living space allows, you can throw the ball much further - it will even be more interesting for the kitten.
When the pet catches up with the ball, in most cases it will begin to kick it on the floor, as if playing football. Give him the opportunity to frolic, and when you notice that he is tired or bored with this game, then take the ball, return to the starting position, and then throw it again in the same place. By repeating this procedure, you will see how the kitten gradually gets acquainted with new possibilities. One day he will realize that you always throw him a ball, so he will take it in his teeth and put it at your feet.
What age is best to take
The British in infancy are so sweet and charming that it is absolutely understandable for a person to want to watch them almost from birth, to rejoice at their first steps and achievements. Sometimes new owners want to pick up a kitten as soon as possible, believing that the younger it is, the easier it will be to get used to a different environment. Both incentives leading to a little Briton going to a new home before reaching at least 8-10 weeks are wrong.
- The main argument against early weaning of a baby from a cat is that at the age of one or two months, a kitten needs mother's milk - a source of antibodies that protect against dangerous viruses.
- An equally important period is weaning from breastfeeding. If this happens suddenly, the kitten faces both emotional stress and deterioration in physiological health indicators.
- At the age of 6 to 12 weeks, kittens actively develop a sensory and informative perception of the surrounding world. Weaning from the mother during this period is not only a severe stress factor for the baby: many stages of its upbringing and learning will have to be taken on by the owner. Will a person be able to properly teach a pet lessons equivalent to those of a parent?
- The result of premature weaning from the mother is deviations in the psycho-emotional sphere and social behavior of the kitten: it will grow up to be overly timid, distrustful, unable to behave in conflict situations, or, conversely, unyielding, selfish, aggressive and prone to fights.
You can reserve the baby you like and sign a purchase agreement when the kitten turns 4 months old. This is the most optimal age to transfer a British dog to a new owner. By this time the pet has formed:
- immunity and post-vaccination protection;
- necessary hygiene skills;
- adequate reaction to others;
- important behavioral stereotypes.
