By : Mark and Cindi
Let's discuss why the cat is drawn to the tree and a few things you can do to stop your cat from wrecking the halls.
Many cats are curious about new objects that appear in their territory, especially ones as interesting as a real tree. The genuine real pine scent of a Christmas tree can be very attractive to your cat and reminds them of the great outdoors. Another major temptation is all of those glimmering ornaments and shimmering tinsel. Many cats like shiny objects and will discover a slight bat of the paw makes these objects move in an interesting way, another bat turns them into fun toys that skater across the floor.
A third attraction can be what's under the tree. If catnip toys and gifts of food are wrapped and placed under the tree, A few days before Christmas, your cat doesn't know to wait until Christmas morning. Do not put those gifts under the tree until you're ready to open presents with your family. Following will be a few more tips to discourage your cat from attacking your Christmas tree.
To stop your cat from knocking over your tree put a hook in your ceiling or the top of the window molding nearest the tree and use a high-strength fishing line to anchor the tree in place. Note that two or three hooks or even better.
Position your most prized shining Christmas ornaments, and any breakable ones on the upper branches or even consider displaying them somewhere other than on the tree. Like on a fireplace mantel or shelf. Use non-breakable ornaments when ever possible on the Christmas tree.
If a Christmas ornament should become broken make sure to jump right on the clean up. Shards of fine glass can become a hazard to your felines feet. If your cat should develop a limping condition or show cat behavior signs of painful feet perform a detailed inspection of the paws and pad area. A trip to the vet may be in order to remove any foreign objects.
At the base of the tree you can place non-breakable cat toys on the floor near the tree to hopefully distract your curious cat. You can also place orange or grapefruit peels under the tree. Generally cats dislike the scent of citrus. Another good tip, is it that your tree sits in a bath of water, make sure that you securely cover the water so that your cat won't play with the water and will not take a drink from it because this stagnant water, may make him sick.
Your cats behavior during the Christmas season can become more active and excited just like children. With some extra attention to your cat and their environment you can be assured that you and your cat will both have a safe and happy Christmas holiday season.
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