Minimizing Cat Separation Anxiety

Summer is wrapping up and whether you’re starting to go back to school or the office, or you have a busier schedule coming up, you may be worrying about how your kitty will react when you’re not home with them as much. Leaving your cat alone can be a stressful experience and minimizing cat separation anxiety will make all the difference to your cat’s mental health! Experiencing separation anxiety is obviously not pleasant for your cat, but if your cat is making themself physically sick from separation anxiety, it’s time to call the Cat Clinic at Cherry Hill to talk about some serious solutions. However, if your cat just needs some extra love and  soothing, then a few simple steps can be taken to minimize the stress and keep your cat happy!

5 Tips For Minimizing Cat Separation Anxiety

Despite cats having a reputation for being independent pets, cat owners know that most cats can be clingy, too. If your clingy kitty has separation anxiety when you’re not around, try these tips to reduce their stress:

• Make sure your cat has a view of the outside! Looking outside will prevent boredom, provide easy stimulation for your cat, and provide the sense they’re not all by themselves
• Keep some sound on in the background while you’re gone. Low radio or TV will make your cat feel less alone. 
• Leave toys out that your kitty can play with on their own. Puzzle toys are great for independent play and can entertain your cat while you’re out
• Catnip toys are a great tool for both entertaining your kitty and keeping them mellow. Or just give them a few catnip treats before you leave the house.
• Have a professional kitty-sitter check in on your cat. Especially if you’re going away overnight, having someone check in on your cat daily will ensure your cat is safe, happy, and healthy.

Cat Still Anxious? Call Cat Clinic at Cherry Hill

If these tips don’t work or your cat’s anxiety is making them sick, more serious solutions or medication may be an option. The experts at the Cat Clinic at Cherry Hill are here to help! For more information on cat separation anxiety or to schedule an appointment at the Cat Clinic at Cherry Hill, give us a call at 856-662-2662.