The indoor cat is one of the most privileged cats on the planet. Owners of indoor cats have recognized the many risks and dangers that face an outdoor cat and instead have chosen to keep their pet safe by keeping him or her indoors. But keeping a cat indoors also means taking certain steps to ensure that this feline companion will remain happy and healthy for many years to come. The first and most important thing to provide an indoor cat with, is a private, clean, comfortable place for urination and defecation and that place is the toilet. So train your cat using the Litter Kwitter. All cats love to scratch, and indoor cats are no exception. They have a multitude of scratching preferences, from vertical to horizontal, from fabric to wood, and everything in between. Every indoor cat needs at least one scratching post located in a place that is open, accessible, and a comfortable place to congregate with others, be they people or cats. Cats love to stretch when they scratch, so be sure the scratching post you provide (whether vertical or horizontal) is long enough to allow your pet to fully extend and stretch his or her body. Ahh, the catnap. Enjoyed for thousands of years by cats (and humans) all over the world. Finding that perfect resting spot is not easy, but for an indoor cat, the choices abound. On top of the cupboard, under the bed, curled up on a corner of the couch – any place that is safe and quiet has the potential to become a favorite resting place for your cat. If you do not want your cat to rest on the furniture then you will need to provide special resting accommodations that are attractive and comfortable to your cat while also better in line with your preferences. A perch, a cat “house”, or other type of safe and comfortable refuge is a good way to entice your cat to choose a specific resting spot. Of course, after every rest comes play time – why else take that catnap in the first place? Indoor cats need you to provide appropriate toys and entertainment, or else they will put their tremendous creativity and curiosity to good use and find toys that may not meet your approval. Try toys that make squeaking or chirping noises, or that bounce and appear to jump around. This will entice your cat to chasing and pounce on the toy, yielding hours of fun for both you and your cat. They say that variety is the spice of life, and this certainly is true when it comes to cat toys. The happiest indoor cats have a variety of toys to choose from, and a wise owner will rotate toys periodically to keep their cat interested and entertained. The final critical need of an indoor cat is to have a high place to climb up and perch. Cats love to be up high where they can watch and observe the activity around them, and indoor cats will be quite creative in finding a perch if you do not provide one. If possible, have several perches for your indoor cat that overlook both inside and outside views. This way there will always be something interesting to watch and your cat is not likely to become bored. Boredom often leads to destructive behavior, so keep your cat’s mind occupied by providing several scenic perches throughout your home.