Since ancient times, humans and cats have been inseparable. People have kept cats as pets for centuries and the unique bond that can develop between felines and their owners is absolutely amazing. After centuries of companionship and recognition of the wonderful relationship
that can develop between people and cats, it is no wonder that so many cat owners are seeking out ways to better care for their beloved pets.

Cat pampering is not just a hobby for those obsessives who wallpaper their rooms with the pages of Cat Fancy. On the contrary, cat pampering is a
common practice for many cat owners. The underlying rationale for pampering one’s cat is based on a few notions. One is the simple extension of the Golden Rule. We do unto our pets as we would have our keepers do upon us if roles were reversed. We extend that principle to our pets, particularly cats, because we care for them so deeply. Another reason for cat pampering is simply to strengthen our relationship with cats.

There is something indescribable about a perfect cat/owner partnership and it is not surprising that those who understand this seek out ways to
strengthen the special bonds. This ebook is designed to give you some wonderful pointers and ideas about cat pampering. Of course, it is not comprehensive. No manual on how to better treat your cat could ever be complete. Only your imagination and your understanding of your pet limit you! Nonetheless, this guide should provide anyone with an interest in cats with a range of great ideas.

This ebook is written from two perspectives. The first, which you are reading now, is from that of a human author. Miles, a fairly pampered cat with a few observations of his own, will provide the second perspective. The segments of this ebook entitled “Miles Says” are provided to provide a degree of levity and a slightly different look at some of the things we do for our cats. We hope you find this ebook valuable and enjoyable. It was written with cat lovers in mind and should be a wonderful way to inspire readers to seek out and try new ways of pampering their very special pets.

WAYS TO MAKE YOUR CAT FEEL SPECIAL
You know that you love your cat, so make sure that you always show it! Some cats don’t like a lot of attention, while others demand your undivided attention. Whether you have a cat that likes you to pay attention or not, they all like at least a little from time to time. Just be prepared when they are ready for it. Your cat will most likely live to be in the 20s, so you will hopefully have a long time together. In that time, it will become easier and easier to find little ways to pay attention to one another.

Your pampered cat will most likely have a special relationship with everyone in the home. He or she may act a little differently with the children than the adults. Likewise, you may treat your cat differently than your child may. There are a ton of things to do to really make your cat feel like a part of the family. You can let them sleep with you, make them their own special treats and even take them on family vacations, if they don’t get sick on you! You can play with a cat, or snuggle with it. You may be able to take it for a car ride, but most cats aren’t crazy with that idea, like their canine counterparts. Your cat will most likely play with toys and take long slumbers, if you will let it, too. There are many things you can do to make your cat feel important and special to you. You can give him or her massage a couple of times a week. You could let him or her sleep in your bed. Your cat might even like to have homemade treats made with a little TLC just for him or her.

Pampering your cat isn’t really that hard. You don’t have to have a lot of money to do it, wither. You can make homemade toys, treat and food for your cat. You can watch the birds with your cat and you can even give your cat a manicure. If your trees aren’t too tall, your cat may even like a day of tree climbing, with your assistance. With a cat, the most important way to show him or her that they are special is just to love it! Your cat can quickly tell if affection is sincere or not. He or she may just like to have a pat on the head, or she may like their belly rubbed. Learn what it is that really makes your cat purr and then just keep doing it!

Suzi and Milo say: Attention is really the one thing I crave in
addition to food and sleep. Sometimes, I may act as though I
really don’t care one way or another—I have even been
known to just walk away while receiving a petting without
looking back. But trust me. I love the attention. It reminds
me that I matter to my owner. As a pet, that’s important to
me. The real lesson to learn from this chapter is that
pampering a cat doesn’t require a great deal of money. Sure,
I love the finer things in life. Who doesn’t? The thing that is
most important to me, however, is seeing an effort on the
part of my owner. Whether I receive expensive treats and
toys is secondary to knowing my owner cares about me.

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