We usually have the idea that to please a cat is very simple: in view of the fact that he manages everything, he gets used to any situation, so we do not have to modify our life too much to adjust to his needs, in comparison with the dog, in theory much more dependent. Well, that theory is wrong, and in fact many problems of stress in the life of the cat are due to that prejudice so outdated.
And its nature goes, you'll see, against what you usually do with your pet. For example: is it true that you have your feeder placed in an angulito, or attached to the wall? Well, in truth, the cat likes to eat knowing what he has around him, so he feels more secure if he eats in a place that allows him to have views that make him alert for possible threats. That is, open field ahead, and if it can be from an elevated position, better than better.
Such provision of the feeder acquires greater relevance in the case of more than one feline at home. Cats do not like to share, so each one has to have a bowl for himself; but at the same time, they are curious by nature, so they will try to get closer to those of others. If this is the case, and the feeder is in a corner, you will eat with insecurity, tense. Obviously, even more care must be taken if you have a dog at home. It is especially important that the dog does not have access to the bowl of his nemesis, and that he is never disturbed when he eats. Do not forget that they are two completely different worlds: while the first is not able to stop and lashes out with everything that can be put in the mouth, the second is administered his bowl, regulating his food throughout the day.
For the rest, you have to apply some common sense, at the same time carry out a research task. The first part is simple: do not put the feeder in a really annoying place, do not put it near the sandbox (in fact, you should put them in different rooms) ... The second is to know both your situation and your pet. We have already said that it is not the same to live with a cat, than with more than one, or with dogs. The situation will also be different if the cat is young, strong and healthy, or if on the contrary it suffers from some ailment, it requires a special meal, or even a greater water intake.
And since we talk about water, another issue to consider, and that depends on each animal: they do not always want water and food nearby, either because they do not want to see the liquid element while they eat, or because they resent the smell of the bowl while they drink
Yes, in the end they are cats, and cats get used to everything. But if what you want is to take care of them as you play, respecting their habits and improving their routines and their mental health, you see: it will be very important to take into account an apparently simple matter like this one.
