14 Things You Do That Hurt Your Cat You Must Stop Doing!

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14 ways you could be hurting your cat without realizing:

#14. Neglecting the litter box:
Cats are very clean creatures. Neglecting to clean the litter box can be harmful to your cat's health, as well as your own. Your cat may even refuse to use the litter box altogether if it is very dirty. The litter box should be cleaned at least once a day if you have one cat, and more frequently if you have multiple cats.

#13. Not cleaning their food and water dishes:
You must clean and wash your cat's food and water dishes daily. Leaving food or water unchanged for more than one day gives the bacteria a chance to grow, especially if you're using wet food. This can directly harm your cat's health. Your cats dishes should be taken care of the same way we take care of our dishes.

#12. Not using the right dishes:
It is best to choose dishes made of stainless steel and avoid other materials such as plastic and ceramic. This is because these materials get scratched over time and bacteria accumulate inside these scratches, making them difficult to clean. Stainless steel on the other hand does not develop such scratches and is easier to clean.
Do not choose deep dishes. When the dish is deep, your cat's whiskers touch the sides of the dish. Since cat whiskers are highly sensitive, this can cause discomfort and stress to the cat. Some cats even take their food out of the dish to avoid having their whiskers touch the sides. Therefore, you should only choose wide, shallow dishes.

#11. Punishing your cat:
If your cat does something you don't like, never think of punishing or shouting at them. Simply because they will see that you are trying to hurt them, and that will break the bond of trust between you, try searching online for specific reasons why your cat might be acting in this way, and how to address it properly. You will find many tips that can help you change the bad behavior.

#10. Surprising them:
You may have seen videos of people putting a cucumber near their cats. This action usually scares cats. In fact, cats are not afraid of the cucumber itself. Rather, they are afraid of the sudden appearance of this thing near them out of no where. This is a natural reflex for cats, as they think it might be a snake or some other animal that wants to hurt them. If you want to play with your cat, look for the right ways to do it and never do such actions with these lovely creatures.

#9. Waking them up:
Cats sleep between twelve and eighteen hours every day. They love sleeping a lot and will never be happy if they are disturbed during their sleep in any way. Do not make any loud noises while your cat is sleeping and definitely don't wake them up.

#8. Ignoring them when they ask for attention:
Despite cats spending a lot of time alone, they sometimes need to spend time with you to get the affection and feeling of security that you provide. So, you may find your cat trying to get your attention sometimes, either by rubbing against you, sitting next to you, or getting near your hand. When your cat asks for your attention, never ignore them. Doing so will make them feel sad, lonely, and possibly even depressed if you keep ignoring them.

#7. Loud noises:
Cats are afraid of loud and unexpected noises such as the sound of vacuum cleaners, a hair dryer, loud TV or loud music, loud human voices, thunder, slamming doors, and many others. Therefore, try your best not to expose your cat to these noises, and definitely never shout at them.

#6. Strong smells:
Cats have a sense of smell that is fourteen times stronger than humans. Therefore, cats are usually annoyed by the smells we use around the house, such as cleaners or air fresheners. also products such as perfume, creams, or shampoos bother them. Do not hug your cat immediately after using these products, this could make them associate you with these undesirable smells.
#5. Grabbing their tail or rubbing their tummy:
Most cats don't like having their bellies touched. This is because the belly area is one of the weakest areas of a cat's body. In some cases, if you have owned the cat since it was a kitten, or have handled it with great care and made it feel very safe with you, it may allow you to touch its belly. But generally, it is best to avoid doing this if your cat shows signs of discomfort:
Gripping the tail is also not welcomed. The cat may react with an unexpected reaction if you try to grip its tail. Especially if you pull on it. Avoid any actions that make your cat uncomfortable, so you can be their source of safety and comfort.

#4. Aggressive Petting:
When playing with your cat, don't pet it forcefully or quickly. This will scare the cat and make it try to escape. Also, don't hug your cat too tightly. This will make it feel trapped and unable to escape. You should always be gentle when petting or playing with your cat.

#3. Not respecting your cat's privacy:
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"Always respect a cats sleep and never wake them up" I wish that statement was mutual 💤

YorkshireD
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I've always had cats. They're each so interesting and have separate personalities. I treat my cats as a gift from God .

dawnwildman
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I cant believe we have to remind people of these! I say if you cannot comply, then dont own a cat!
I JUST ADOPTED MY KITTY TWO DAYS IVE NEVER BEEN SO HAPPY! I LOVE HIM MUCH❤ I HAVE RE NAMED HIM OMAR! OMAR IS THE KINDEST, MOST HANDSOME, HAPPIEST CAT I HAVE EVER KNOWN! There have been some awful situations in my life recently that have been making me incredibly depressed! This was a huge decision for me. I have never owned a pet while living on my own. I have always traveled, was always affraid i wouldnt be able to financially keep up with any pet. But now, in my mid 50's, i have saved tooth and nail for this little guy! I have a seperate account that is just for him! Vet visits, if anything ever happened, i know that i am completely covered! It was hard work to save like this, but i have to HE WAS SO WORTH PUTTING EVERY PENNY AWAY!
Thanks for reading❤ i have to tell the world of my new BFF❤
BEST DECISION I HAVE EVER MADE MY ENTIRE LIFE❤ I AM SO HAPPY❤

njarkell
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Great list. My cat died in April, and I feel better knowing that I did my best to give her a wonderful life.

ashcruz
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Cats deserve the best care, they are lovely beings .

ahmedkhalifa
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I had always wanted a cat who was okay with their belly being rubbed, so I raised a cat from a kitten and rubbed his belly All The Time. Now he loves it 😄❤

marissamate
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I would like to make 3 additional suggestions: 1. Many cats do not like being left alone if you are gone a lot [working, traveling, etc]. You might consider getting a second cat. 2. Indoor cats need to have ways for them to connect with nature [such as having a screened porch or letting them outside in back yard occasionally] 3. Declawing cats can be very traumatic, esp for feral cats.

travelattractions
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Thank you for the tips it’s all well taken, cats are different type of animals, my cat is 20 years old and still going, she is strong, and loving, big personality.😻😻😻

juliafisher
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Animals are a gift from above for they truly define the words unconditional love.
If you really love animals, you won't keep them in the cage. 🫰

Lady_Riders_India_Shorts
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I love my four cats and have had them all my life. I've had purebreds and several "alley cats". I learnt to feed them, their ways of communicating with me and training them yo the litter box. They are a joy

ffphpkc
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This is ALL correct! I’m glad I’ve been doing all of these things right!! I care very deeply for my 3 cats and I treat them all with respect! I absolutely hate when I see people scaring their cats and they laugh, they are idiots!! My cats sleep in peace in my home !! Thank you for this video! percent amazing!!! ❤

SpiritualGangsterTarot
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Yes but they can wake you up at any time in the night 😄

MonaLisa-zofm
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I let my cat set the boundaries and hope I'm not bothering her.

Mikevdog
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I am a cat and I approve of this message

rubyquail
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These are good tips, and remember NEVER de-claw a cat or keep them in a small room with no windows. Pets are part of the family.

buddylove
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My kitten just likes dive bombing me when I'm in bed. She climbs the highest pillows and jumps on me

AD
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Thank-you! First thing I'm doing after this is changing our cats' bowls

davidsaks
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Thank you for sharing. We respect our cat everyday. We give it fresh water and food everyday.😀

hpezorp
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I want to add one more point. 1. Don't ignore the cats when they want to spend time with you😊.

mamtajbegumkhan
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I agree there dishes should be cleaned& fresh 💧 water daily. I would never hurt a resue cat! Or any animal!❤❤ I never wake up my furbabies! I put the phone away, when my Kiiten wants attention. Never use defushers with cat alone. 🐈 I always pet Leapoard with gentle love. She likes to be in warm window. I never put clothes on my furbabies! Be kind to pets, u will have them around for a long time!❤❤❤

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