Locking the cat up at night
When we have a cat, we often wonder if we should allow it to go outside and roam around freely. In most cases, carers decide to limit movement only to rooms in the house or going out to the garden. Interestingly, we are more likely to accept cat wandering in the case of non-pedigree cats.
And thus, what to do to close the cat only at night? Does it make sense? How to close the cat at night?
Why lock your cat up at night?
In the case of typically domestic cats, which only go out to our garden, there is no major problem with closing them at night. The situation is different when we have a cat that walks its paths all over the area. Then it is difficult to close such an individual. You might be wondering why lock your cat up at night? The answer is simple, if we want our companion to be safe and live happily, it is necessary to lock him at home at night. Most carers do not realize how dangerous it is to let the cat out at night, especially during the spring when estrus occurs. During the night, the cat is exposed to:
– attack by larger predators,
– frequent hits by wheeled vehicles,
– attacks and fights with other cats,
– poisoning.
Closing the cat at night
The situation is difficult only in the case of cats roaming freely around the area. In order to effectively and regularly lock the cat in the house every night, we must ensure that the cat appears at fixed times of the day. In other words, create a habit in it. The best way is to serve food in the evening, at a fixed time. Then the guardian must ensure that the cat stays overnight until morning at home. Giving your cat food at regular times will create a habit in it. And this will allow the guardian to secure the cat to a safe place for the night.
When we close the cat at night, we cannot do it by force. The guardian must try to make the cat associate the night spent at home positively. Otherwise, he will avoid contact with the guardian and the surroundings of the apartment.
It’s common to lock your cat in a cage, but it’s not a good way to keep your cat indoors overnight. The cage can negatively affect the cat, and thus the pet will avoid even food served at home.
Finally, when we have a traveler cat that spends most of the time outside, let’s take care of its safety. One way to ensure a safe life is to lock your friend home at night. However, in order to do so, we must seek positive reinforcement throughout the evening and night. Therefore, when you lock your cat up for the night, provide him with cuddles and treats, and prepare a comfortable place for him to rest. All this will make the cat feel comfortable and will be happy to come home at night.
