The winter holidays are almost here — which means it’s time to start planning your holiday party! But how can you keep your cat safe and happy while you host the purrfect festive event? Read on for our complete guide!

Step 1. Cat-Proof The Party Zone

There’s nothing quite like a festive party scene, with tinsel strewn, candles flickering, and mistletoe adorning every corner. Your kitty’s natural curiosity will make all these sparkly objects and hanging decorations seem like irresistible toys — but, unfortunately, many traditional holiday items are hazardous to cats. To make sure your furbaby can’t bat at a breakable holiday ornament, chomp down on a string of twinkling lights, or nibble on a toxic plant, make sure to place your decorations well out of reach.

Candles are particularly dangerous for your furry friend! It’s not uncommon for cats to scorch their paws or noses while investigating an open flame. To avoid any accidents, it’s best to opt for battery-operated candles.

Worried that your cat will still find trouble while you’re distracted with your party preparations? Set up your Furbo 360° Cat Camera to keep an eye on your curious furbaby! If they bat or nibble something dangerous, the AI-powered Breaking Glass Alert, Cat Activity Alert, and Vomit Alert will notify you right away, so you can rush to the rescue.

Step 2. Create a Holiday Hideaway 

Cats prefer a peaceful, quiet environment — the opposite of most parties! Before your guests arrive, create a calm space in a different room, where your furbaby can take a break from all the bustle and noise.

Set out some of your cat’s favorite toys, and a bed or a cozy blanket for them to snuggle into. If the space allows, consider relocating their food and water bowls and their litter tray as well, so that your cat won’t have to wander through the party area in search of their essentials. You can even put on some soothing music, to block out potentially stressful party noise.

But what if your cat gets lonely or anxious without you? With your Furbo 360° Cat Camera, you can monitor their mood in real time! Thanks to the Continuous Meowing Alert and Crying Alert, you’ll instantly find out if your precious furbaby is unhappy. And with the Real-Time 2-Way Audio feature, you’ll be able to reassure them without having to step away from your guests!

Step 3. Give Your Guests a Kitty Crash Course

Your party guests will probably be very excited to meet your furry companion! This gives you a great opportunity to let them know how they can help keep your cat safe and happy throughout the party. 

Start by telling them about the quiet retreat you’ve set up for your cat. Remind them not to invade this guest-free space — and not to close the door so that your cat can’t access it! If your cat is up for greeting or playing with guests, make sure they know how to tell when your furbaby has had enough attention. Brief them on the body language they should look out for, like flattened ears or a twitching tail. 

If your cat is on the less sociable side, and heads for their hideaway right away, some guests might feel disappointed about missing out on kitty snuggles. Fortunately, with your Furbo 360° Cat Camera’s 1080p Full HD lens and Auto Cat Tracking feature, you can let them peek at some adorable, crystal-clear real-time footage, right on your phone!

Step 4. Prepare Cat-Friendly Nibbles

The best part of any holiday soirée is spoiling your guests with delicious food and beverages, whether it's a plate of homemade gingerbread cookies or a bubbling glass of champagne. But if your furbaby decides to sample this festive fare, you’ll have to cut the party short and call the vet.

With this in mind, consider preparing some kitty-safe snacks for your precious pet to enjoy during the party. After all, there’s nothing worse than feeling left out! You can even let your guests feel included by offering them a few treats to feed to your cat. Just make sure they don’t get carried away and start letting your cat try other foods too! 

But what if your cat just wants to relax in their pre-prepared retreat? Thanks to the Furbo 360° Cat Camera’s built-in Treat Tossing feature, they can still have a party of their own! It will only take you a second, in between topping up glasses of bubbly, to send a festive snack to your furry friend and let them know they haven’t been forgotten. 

Have Yourself a Purry Festive Season

No matter what your holiday hosting plans are, Furbo is here to watch over your cat all season long. With cutting-edge features like Auto Cat Tracking and AI-powered Smart Alerts, you can rest assured that your holiday party will go purrfectly for your furry friend. 

Here at Furbo, we wish you, your furbaby, and the rest of your family a very merry pawliday season!

Order your Furbo 360° Cat Camera to keep your cat safe and happy this holiday season. 🐱🎄