Proud to share my insights on feline welfare and enrichment in CBC Life! 🐾
- felinebehaviourcoa
- 6 days ago
- 1 min read
I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with CBC Life to discuss one of my favourite topics: catification and the massive benefits of catios for feline well-being.
For indoor cats, boredom and frustration can often manifest as underlying behaviour issues. Catios offer a brilliant, force-free solution—providing crucial mental and physical enrichment, natural circadian rhythm regulation, and safe exposure to the world without the inherent risks of the outdoors.
In the article, I dive into why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn't work. To build a space a cat truly loves, we have to look at their unique feline personality:
Tree-dwellers need verticality, high shelves, and climbing structures to feel secure.
Bush-dwellers require ground-level low-exposure "salvation" spots, cubbies, and safe greenery to hide and decompress.
A huge thank you to the team at CBC for highlighting the importance of science-based animal welfare and proactive environmental enrichment.
Check out the full article for practical tips on safe materials, design layouts, and how to tailor an outdoor sanctuary to your cat's specific behavioural needs. 👇