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In reply to the discussion: A resolution for cat people [View all]Merlot
(9,696 posts)I know what you mean about the short exciting life versus the safe indoor life. I pondered that exact question a lot. Then my cat got injured while outdoors and it's suspected that a neighbor (since gone) with problems was harassing cats in the area. That was enough for me, and my cat.
I've set up perches at a couple windows, and leave the window open a crack for the smells of fresh air - they love that.
Also, I leave out different "toys" for them to play with. And by toys, I mean amazon boxes, tissue paper, netflix envelope strips, loofas.
Keep changing the toys. Hide some for a month or so, then it will be new again. Also, hide it in a bag with catnip. Depending on your cats age, there are toys that he might play with - things that hang on doors and elastic strings. Amazon has some great cat toys.
Oh, and a nice TALL scratching post. Mine is 6 feet tall with a nest on top, so they get exercise climbing.
My cats keep me amused, I figure I can try to do the same for them.