Here are some of the unique eating habits of cats that new paw owners should know:
1. Playing with food
In the wild, cats spend approximately 12 hours a day hunting and climbing (both are part of their natural instinct). If you see your cat playing with its food before eating it, you don't have to worry, because your cat is acting according to instinct. It is healthy for cats to be active while eating. It prevents laziness and maintains their interest in food.
2. Narrowing
If you see your cat overeating regularly, it's time to check her food schedule. Overeating can occur if your cat is not feeding properly. An adult domestic cat needs three proper meals a day at set times. Cats do well on a feeding schedule, but free feeding works better for some cats (having food available for them throughout the day, so they can eat small meals whenever they want). Cats without feeding schedules can begin to feel insecure about the availability of food and may therefore resort to gorging on it.
3. Eating alone
Cats are natural predators, which makes them afraid of eating among other things. There is a constant worry that some large predator might come and steal their food, which is why most cats like to dine in a quiet and empty place. It is normal to see your cat eating on its own. However, some cats take it to extremes and only eat when they are completely alone, which can be detrimental to their health. If your cat is exhibiting this type of behavior, you should try to create a quieter place and change some things around the house that might disturb your cat's precious peace.
4. Don't eat
Cat owners sometimes have to deal with their cats refusing to eat, but as experienced they know there can be many reasons for this behavior (not all of them are alarming). However, it can be worrying and confusing for new cat parents when their cat refuses to eat. Check if you have recently made any changes to your cat's diet. Cats love consistency. It makes them feel safe, and if they make some changes to their food, they may stop eating altogether.
If there have been no recent diet changes or stressors at home, and your cat still refuses to eat, it may be time to get professional help. Take your cat to the vet to make sure you don't have any medical problems with your cat.
How can I control these habits?
As mentioned earlier, cats are descended from wild animals, so we may never be able to fully understand or predict their behavior. To reduce annoying eating behaviors, it's a good idea to create a consistent and dependable schedule for your cat that t
hose who feed him can follow. Prepare three meals a day and provide high-quality food for your cat. Your cat can also stop eating if you are not offering the food she likes, so consider your cat's food preferences to encourage healthy eating habits.
Sometimes offering your cat healthy foods can be the positive reinforcement she needs to help develop good eating habits. Add a small treat to your cat's bowl at mealtime to encourage her to start eating if she seems uninterested in her food.
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