Happy Sunday, Cats.com community!
One of my cats is a quiet cuddle bug, while the other is extremely vocal and outgoing. It’s taken me some time, but I know my cats pretty well by now—well enough to predict how they’ll respond in certain situations and what they need from me. No two cats are alike and it’s important to understand your cat’s personality to better meet their needs.
In this Sunday’s mailer, we’ll talk about common cat personality types and what you can do as a cat owner to respect your cat as an individual. And read to the end to learn about this week’s cat in need, Domingo!
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The Story: Understanding Your Cat’s Personality Type
Some cats are confident and outgoing, always up for an adventure. Others are more reserved, preferring the company of their favorite human over making new friends. Every cat is an individual but, as with humans, feline personality traits tend to fall into a few distinct categories.
Knowing your cat’s personality type helps you better understand their needs so you can provide the kind of life that helps them thrive.
Here are a few examples of how different cat personality types might show up:
- The “human cat” prefers to share space with their favorite person (or people) over other pets. These cats often love to cuddle or just stay nearby.
- Cats with neurotic personalities tend to be anxious, shy, or even fearful of humans. Personal space is important in helping these cats feel safe and secure.
- The “cat’s cat” loves to make feline friends. These cats are very social with other cats and can become closely bonded.
- Cats with dominant personalities can be challenging in multi-pet households, often hogging resources like food, toys, and even litter boxes.
- The “inquisitive cat” is unpredictable because they’re driven by curiosity. These cats are the type to act first and ask questions later.
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Spending time with your cat is essential for getting to know their personality and forming a strong bond. The better you know your cat, the more you can tailor their routine and environment to meet their needs.
Daily play sessions are a great opportunity to interact with your cat and to learn how they respond in different situations. Pay attention to your cat’s day-to-day behavior for clues about their personality type and how to honor it. If they’re the strong, silent type, they might enjoy an extra cozy bed. If they’re always looking for adventure, they might like some interactive toys.
When you understand your cat’s personality, you can make more informed choices when it comes to things like toys, treats, and playtime activities. Read on for some ideas.
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Inquisitive cats will love watching the world outside and the curved surface provides a cozy spot for napping when they get tired. This product is made from high-quality cardboard, so it also doubles as a scratch pad to help your cat work off excess energy.
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Made from 100% New Zealand Merino wool, this cat bed is crafted by hand and free from chemicals and synthetics. It comes in over half a dozen colors and two sizes to accommodate cats weighing up to 20 pounds.
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This Week’s Cat In Need: Domingo
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Domingo is the perfect gentleman, and he certainly looks the part with his tuxedo-like coloring. This 4-year-old cat currently lives in foster care near New York City.
There’s a lot to love about Domingo. He’s sweet, playful, and impeccably polite. Your furniture will be safe with this guy around—he knows what a scratching post is for and he isn’t afraid to use it. He’s also generous with affection, so you’ll enjoy plenty of lap time and massages.
Domingo is a healthy and thriving young man but his FIV-positive status has caused him to be overlooked for the past year. Could you be the one to change his luck? All he needs is a low-stress home and regular veterinary checkups.
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Sneak Peek At Tuesday’s Mailer
When you become a cat owner you can expect to make certain adjustments to your life. On top of dedicating space to litter boxes and food bowls, it’s important to create cat-friendly areas in your home. In Tuesday’s mailer, we’ll talk about how to do it with stylish, modern-looking cat furniture from one of our favorite brands.
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Meet The Author
Kate is a pet food nutrition specialist and writer who has been part of the Cats.com family for over three years. She is the doting owner of three cats - Bagel, Munchkin, and Biscuit - and often shares stories about them in weekly mailers like this one!
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Meet The Author
Kate is a pet food nutrition specialist and writer who has been part of the Cats.com family for over three years. She is the doting owner of three cats - Bagel, Munchkin, and Biscuit - and often shares stories about them in weekly mailers like this one!
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