Cats are natural hunters and can
easily be temped to chase things. Fish-
ing pole-type toys with streamers, bells,
feathers or other attachments are wildly
popular. Just make sure the object can’t
come loose and let your feline “catch”
the object occasionally. Lasers can be
fun for both you and your furry friend.
Kittens are more energetic and cu-
rious than their older relatives. A ping
pong ball can go a long way in entertain-
ing a kitten. Even a regular or remote
vacuum cleaner is lots of fun.
A cat’s attention span is generally
about five minutes before they get bored.
Aim for at least three play sessions each
day. Five minutes while you’re on the
phone, watching TV, or waiting for the
microwave to finish cooking are easily
incorporated into your day.
If you have an outdoor birdfeeder
you may want to place it somewhere
visible for your cat to watch. The same
goes for a fish tank (making sure he can’t
reach into it, of course.
The comfy couch and a warm fire
may be calling, but you’ll enjoy them
more knowing you’ve helped keep your
pet (and you) healthy until the spring ar-
rives.
Some day, you’ll be taking care
of your parents as well as your kids.
GUIDE
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THE SANDWICH
GENERATION
in our March issue
ELDERCARE GUIDE:
Caring for Your Aging Parents
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