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Reasons To Play With Your Cat

May 16 2023

Does your feline pal sometimes pounce on your shoelaces, or smack your water bottle off the coffee table? Fluffy is nothing if not mischievous! As it turns out, one of the best things you can do for your little buddy is to play with her regularly. A local Martinez, CA vet lists some reasons why in this article. 

Exercise

Cats are very energetic when they’re young. However, as they grow older, they tend to slow down … way down. It’s important to keep your feline friend active! This can become challenging with senior kitties, as older pets tend to be much more interested in napping than in playing. Play, of course, is Fluffy’s favorite workout. 

Bonding 


When you hold a laser pointer or feather pointer for your kitty, or roll a ball across the floor for her to chase after, she’ll know that you’re doing something specifically for her benefit. That will make her feel safe and loved. Don’t be surprised if Fluffy jumps onto your lap after her play session is over!

Angst 

Just like people, cats can suffer from things like fear, depression, loneliness, and anxiety. If something is bothering Fluffy—whether it’s that annoying kitty from across the street walking through Her yard, or the squirrel taunting her from the tree outside—playing will help her work off her anger in a healthy way. 

Inner Lion 

Did you know that kitties share most of their DNA with their larger cousins? Fluffy actually does see herself as a lion! Those big cat hunting instincts are very deeply ingrained into your pet’s psyche. It’s good for your tiny buddy to let her inner huntress out. 

Confidence

Nailing that tricky run/jump/pounce/roll/meow combination can be great for your kitty’s self esteem. This can be particularly helpful for scaredy-cats, just as scoring a goal can help a timid child gain self-esteem.

Mental Stimulation 

Kitties have to really focus to time those tricky jumps and pounces just right. That mental stimulation is actually very good for Fluffy’s mind. Think of it as the kitty version of solving a puzzle. 

It’s Cute 

Our feline buddies are adorable to watch when they are hard at play. Playing with Fluffy will probably put a smile on your face as well!

Do you have questions about your pet’s health or care? Contact us, your local Martinez, CA veterinarians, today! 

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