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Top 10 Tips For Taking Your Cat On A Walk


FurryFunTime Staff
Updated: Aug 21, 2024

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It may sound silly, but cats need daily walks. At least for a short time. Many cat owners love to take their cats out. Because indoor cats can't develop survival skills. You can't loose them in the neighbourhood. On the other hand, cats need fresh air just like other animals. So, you need to take them for a walk, obviously under some controlled situations. Before taking your cat out, owners need to know some strategies. Don't tie a caller on your cat’s neck. They will feel suffocated. Instead, you can outfit them with something soft. Hang a bell. Or go for a GPS tracker. This way, you don't lose control and track your cat out if it gets lost. Finally, ask yourself some useful questions and try to figure out the answers about your cat. This guide has brought some useful tips about cats and their need for a walk. Check them out.

01.How Do You React To A Stranger?
01.How Do You React To A Stranger?
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Sometimes, strangers may find your leashed cat funny. Are you taking your cat to a crowded place? If yes, then be ready to answer some typical questions from people around. You have to be ready with some pre-planned answers. For example: People may ask, “ Why does your cat lie there? Does your cat love to walk regularly? What's the name of Kitty? How long will you be here?” etc. Also, you need to understand how your cat reacts to a stranger.

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02.How Long Should You Walk Your Cat?
02.How Long Should You Walk Your Cat?
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Unlike dogs, cats can't run for a long time. You know, they are kind of lazy creatures. On the other hand, cats hate to walk in a straight line. Kitties make their own territory. Some kitties can cover a vast area on petrol, and some can't. It's important to respect your cat's nature and inclinations. Set up a short work for your cat. Don't go far beyond your home and across the street.

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03.What Does The Vet Say?
03.What Does The Vet Say?
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It's important what your vet says about your cat. He will tell you about the kitty's health and safety while it is out of your home. Always remember, every cat is unique and unlike others. Each of them reacts differently when they are outdoors. The vet will tell you if the cat can put up with the daily walks. If required, he will recommend some special requisitions for your cat.

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04.How Is Your Patience Level?
04.How Is Your Patience Level?
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You need to be very patient with your kitty. Cats never feel pleased with their owner. After going out, your cat might not want to walk. It may just lie down and rest. Surprisingly, they can do it for hours. At this time, no one can motivate them for a walk, not even their gentle leash tugs. You may have to stand beside the cat for a long time. You can't move out from them.

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05.Does Your Cat Need a Walk?
05.Does Your Cat Need a Walk?
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Cats love to enjoy the outdoors. However, some cat breeds prefer to stay indoors. They don't care for any experience. So as I have said earlier, before taking your cat for a walk, go for a loose harness. The hardness should be soft. Cats prefer it like that. First, you need to assess your cat's behaviour. Keep a close eye on how they respond indoors and outdoors.

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06.Do You Want To Walk Your Cat?
06.Do You Want To Walk Your Cat?
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Cat owners are also unique, just like their pets. Taking a cat out for a walk isn't necessary for everyone. You have to be honest with yourself. Once you get a pet cat, you should set a pattern for it. Also, you need to stick to the pattern. Do you feel you can commit to everyday parol? If yes, you better not miss the commitment.

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07.How Is Your Loitering Tolerance?
07.How Is Your Loitering Tolerance?
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Kitties are hardly in a hurry. If they enjoy good times, they never feel the rush. You need to tolerate this. You have to create a glacial pace. The cat will be happy then. It will loiter, sniff around the plants, roll on the ground, etc. Or, it may just rest in the sun and sit down licking themselves. Take the extra time. It doesn't matter how short or long you walk with your cat.

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08.Do You Expect Your Cat To Walk Like A Dog?
08.Do You Expect Your Cat To Walk Like A Dog?
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Dogs usually love to be tied. They enjoy the outdoors very well. But cats have different impulses. Of course, they will react differently. You may notice a lack of enthusiasm in your cat while you are outdoors. Even in the normal temperament, your cat may seem lazy. It may enjoy the outdoors sometimes. But it's not in their nature to show it subtly.

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09.What Is The Best Place For Cats?
09.What Is The Best Place For Cats?
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Not every outdoors is perfect for a cat. Cats don't prefer noisy and high-traffic areas. They also don't love any place with a lot of other animals. Especially, Kitty doesn't like dogs. They have a strong sense of smell. So the smell of other animals might be stressful for your cat. It can disgust them. Take your cat to a familiar place. Start from the place that is near your house. Trees and greenery are probably ideal at first.

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10.What Do You Think About Cleaning Your Kitty?
10.What Do You Think About Cleaning Your Kitty?
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Cats love to stay clean. Unlike dogs, cats need little boxes when they get the urge. In such a case, the walk might be stressful for your cat. It can't relieve itself during the walk. It is quite important. For that, you may need to carry a small bag when you take your cat out.

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