If I ask you to lay down reasons as to why do you love your cat, her quirky behaviour is most definitely going occupy the top spot.
While the quirky behavior does entertain us, these behaviors or physical activities help keep your cat healthy and stimulated.
Now we may think that the extent of some of these activities is just playful in nature.
But that is not the complete truth of the fact.
Making Sense Of The Wild
Cats are inherent predators.
And to support this predatory instinct most of these actions are etched in their memory and genetic system.
They carry out these tasks without hesitation and as a means to an end.
And I discussed this in my previous post on how to stop your cat from scratching that in the process of domestication though cats have evolved themselves to live with us.
They haven’t dropped some of their wild tendencies.
And as such some of these tendencies need to be expressed on a regular basis to keep them healthy, playful and joyful.
Many of these acts are innocent and borderline naughty but that doen’t mean they need to be STOPPED or discouraged.
The whole idea is to help provide them alternate forms of expression to these behaviors so that they don’t cause problems to you.
Here is the list of top 4 naughty behaviors that you must be witnessing on a daily basis that should not be discouraged.
1.Perching: Predatory Instinct Engrained In A Cat
As I mentioned cats are predators inherently.
Cats are excellent climbers and in the wild, cats use vantage points to strategize, hunt, observe potential prey and also to rest.
Your cat’s urge to climb all over the place is an extension of this wild behavior brought into your home.
In a direct sense your cat may not have any wild DNA in her bloodline, but this tendency goes deep into their psyche.
So if your cat’s tendency to perch and climbing high places and spaces is causing you inconvenience, you need to ensure you provide them their own designated places and spaces to perch and explore.
There are great many choices of well designed perches available in the market.
I will list out some of my favorite cat perches that you can buy with your eyes closed.
I will also list down the amazon bestsellers you wish to have more choices depending on your needs.
If you already don’t have perches installed in your home, you can’t imagine how happy you will feel seeing your cat perch, once you install them.
It’s one of those strange feeling of elation and happiness that you can’t explain.
So get one of these perches ASAP.
Best Cat Perches For Your Cat That You Can Get Right Now
1.K&H Deluxe Kitty Sill with Bolster – Best Cat perch With easy Installation
- CAT SUNBATHING: Bolstered elevated cat bed provides your cat with basking in the sun while looking out of the window, all while remaining cozy and protected inside the bolster walls
- REMOVABLE BOLSTER: This cat window hammock features as sleeping surface lined with soft velvety microfleece and the bolster zips off converting into a plush kitty sill in seconds
- EASY MOUNTING: Bolstered cat window perch requires no tools to assemble when using the included hook and loop fasteners, or can be mounted using the included screws, your choice
- MACHINE WASHABLE: Cat window perch has a soft removable cover and bolster that are both machine washable for easy care
- SIZING: This comfy cat hammock hanging cat bed is perfect for any size cat, measuring 14”x24”, and can support 40 pounds
2. – Best Scratcher Perch
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Other Cat Perch Bestsellers At Amazon To Choose From
- CAT WINDOW PERCH:Design for large cat indoor,tough stable frame and rugged canvas cloth, support 45pounds will not wobble,secure and comfortable cat window bed;
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- THOUGHTFUL DESIGN: For the support brackets,both side(the top and the bottom) of it can be used to assemble,the unique design can meets your versatile mounting needed,you can install the cat bed to various windows,bedsides,cabinets,drawers,doors,etc
- CONVENIENT TO MOVE : You can move the cat windowsill perch from this window to another window,or to the bedside without disassembly,this is very useful for people who want to move the cat shelf between different places frequently,the cover cloth with velcros design that allow you to remove it from the shelf easily,it is machine wash. if you are not satisfied with your purchase feel free to contact us ,and you will get lightning refund or replacement with free.
- 【Overall size】:The size of this cat tower is 20"Hx15.8" Wx15.8"L .Located at the top, the platform(15.8" Lx11.4"W ) ensure your cat a cozy napping places. There is a arched bed in the middle, which will give your cat a feeling of sleeping in the cradle .
- 【Entertainment park】: Cat tree will provide your cat with a place to rest, entertain, exercise, explore and scratch.The hanging plush ball provides hours of exercise & self-amusement for cats' health care and elimination of boredom and pet depression.Besides,the cat tree comes with one soft & larger brush, good for full-grown cats.Allow your cat to comfortably groom fur while rubbing the brush and make your home hair-free.
- 【Sturdy and Stable】:Cat Tree House Stability is always the priority. The bottom base is reinforced to ensure the stability of the whole cat tree, anti-toppling fittings are included for double security.
- 【Sisal Scratching Post】:This scratching post comes with a fully wrapped scratching post and the scratching board allow your felines to scratch and sharpen their claws from any angles as they like.It makes your cats get an effective and satisfying scratch, and protects your furniture from damaging by sharp claws.
- 【Easy to Assemble and Nice Looking】: No extra tool is needed, all the tools are included in the package. Our kittens won't have to wait too long to start having endless fun with this small cat tree! Its attractive look can be compatible with any room décor as a piece of nice pet furniture.This attractive cat tree and tower in creamy gray will blend nicely with your room decor as a piece of modern cat furniture. A perfect gift for both your kitten and your sweet home!
- BEAUTIFUL AND UNIQUE: This cat tree like mimic cactus looks cute and fresh that helps blends into any modern decor and adds a fun flair to any room.
- COZY AND PRIVACY: This cat tower has a private kitty condo with a soft, plush fabric covering that provides a quiet spot to curl up for snoozing. The large top perch could contain kittens as well as adult cats.
- STABLE BASE: Thanks to the reinforced cat climbing frame base keep the cat tree from tipping. The soft plush covers the base, when your kitten is tired from playing, the cat can rest and sleep on the base.
- CLAW-WORKOUT: Wrapped with natural sisal rope scratching post to allow nail scratching and promote exercise, they can also do some stretches.
- EASY TO ASSEMBLE: This cat scratch post with detailed instructions for quick and easy installation. and your cats will be able to enjoy their tower toy within 10 minutes.
2. The Tendency To Scratch.
So does your cat scratch a lot?
Is she taking the scratching to your doors and furniture?
- Don’t worry read this 10 day step by step systematic guide to stop your cat from scratching your furniture.
In the post I actually went into details of how cats have evolved from being well accustomed to wilderness to being our furry family.
Scratching is yet another wild tendency that carry forward from their time in the wild.
A Cat’s claw is their primary tool of defence in the wild.
So they tend to keep their tools ready if they need them in the wild by removing any excess husk on the claws.
Scratching isn’t just limited to defensive purposes of course because our domestic cats know they are rarely going to encounter conflict.
Cats also use sractching as a means to mark their territory via scratch marks and the scent from the gland in their paws.
Scratching is also a means to stretch their muscles before or after cats nap to keep the agility in the body ready and on point.
Now you understand cats don’t really have anything against your precious furniture.
They are just being cats you see.
So the trick as I explained in my post on cats scratching furniture is, to give them something better to scratch.
Sisal fabric holds special appeal to cats and they love to scratch that thing.
So whenever you choose to buy a scratching post make sure it is covered by sisal fabric.
I have listed out and reviewed some of the best scratching post that you can buty for your cats here.
Also, take a look at some of these scratching posts that people are loving.
Playful Attacks On You
You will find kittens doing this more than the adult cats.
But this behavior it can also be observed in some adult cats as well where they plafuly fight you or your rapidly moving fingers.
Cats tend to express sudden bursts of energy as I am sure you might have observed.
Freaking out in the middle of the night and running all over the place, playing with her favorite cat toys and protecting soccer goals it seems.
A cat’s predatory body is designed such that they express this sudden display of energy after being stealthy to mostly catch their prey.
And therefore, you fill find your cat to be at her happiest self when she is active, agile and sufficiently stimulated.
If you happen to find your cat being restless and attacking you especially when you are ignoring her, it means she is bored and wants engagement.
If she makes a routine out of attacking you and is doing so on a reular basis, your cat is bored out of her wits and the accumulated energy is anxious to find release.
Get some good cat toys or create some of your own to help your cat play and express her agilty.
Make it a point to devote some time and energy in playing with your cat everyday.
Don’t worry they won’t keep you engaged all day.
As soon as they have released the necessary energy they will just stop, roll over and show you your belly telling you that they are happy and content now.
If your home house a single cat you most definitely will need to keep your cat engaged in this way.
A house with multiple cats or cats and dogs don’t usually face this problems because they slap each other or their slave dog sufficiently to ensure they are well exercised.
Excessive Meows
Once cats are out of kittenhood to a large extent they stop using meows to communicate with one another.
They keep the meowing to communicate just with you.
In addition to meows, cats use a variety of sounds to communicate what they have in their minds with their owners.
- Also Read : What Is Your Cat’s tail Trying To tell You.
Over time most cat owners learn what it is that their cats are trying to say when they meow in different ways.
But in many occasions you may find them meowing more than what you expect them to.
If your cat is meowing at you excessively, there are a number of reasons why she may be doing that.
While some of these meows are just simple demands, many a times the excessive meowing cat be a sign of illness or behavioral issue.
Cats meowing for playful reasons will not be loud and will usually be accompanied by her rolling over or similar signs of joy and comfort.
Such meowing will clearly be a sign from your cat that she needs attention and you better give it to her.
Always remember that a tired cat is a quiet cat therefore all these signs must be given due attention to.
So that when the day is down she will sleep like a log and will let you sleep as well.
But if your cat is meowing really loudly especially when you pick her up may mean she is in pain and distress and make it a point to take her to the vet asap.
All of these are subtle playful and naughty signs that should not be ignored, discouraged or suppressed.
Doing so will render your cat to develop erratic behavior patterns including biting and aggression.
Cats are simple beings and need just these little things to keep them happy, healthy, playful and joyful.
So to conclude all I will say is, pay attention to her, see what she needs, make the house she has chosen to be in a great ecosystem for her to evolve and both of you will be fine.
Take great care of yourselves and your cat and I will see you in the next one.
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