Have you ever wondered what your kitty does after you step out the door? Cats can be mysterious, but never fear — you can still figure out how your furry friend is spending their purrsonal time. Here’s our guide to common home-alone cat behaviors!
1. Exploring New Heights
Cats aren’t just creatures of comfort — they’re intrepid adventurers, boldly exploring the highest perches they can find! It’s part of their instinctual need to survey their territory, find safe spots, and satisfy their curiosity. Left to their own devices, your cat might engage in some especially ambitious climbing expeditions.
Safety First
Make sure you take the right steps to protect your little mountaineer — and your breakables! — while you’re out. Here’s how:
- Provide safe options. A sturdy cat tree or shelf, placed far away from fragile items, can offer a purrfect outlet for your furbaby’s climbing instincts.
- Secure loose items. Use double-sided tape to lock down knickknacks, potted plants, and other breakables, so they don’t find their way to the floor with the push of your free-range kitty’s mischievous paw.
Worried that, despite all your precautions, your cat might meet with a mountaineering mishap? With the Furbo 360° Cat Camera, you can keep a loving eye on your whiskered explorer no matter where you are, so you’ll never have to wonder what’s happening at home. And, with Furbo Cat Nanny’s AI-powered Cat Activity Alerts and Breaking Glass Alerts, you’ll even get notifications in real-time if anything goes wrong.
2. Grooming Galore
While you’re out, your furball probably dedicates ample time to grooming! This meticulous behavior is far more than a cleanliness routine; it also relaxes your cat and distributes natural oils that enhance the health and luster of their coat.
As with all things, moderation is key. While regular grooming is a sign of good health, excessive grooming can indicate anxiety or underlying medical issues.
⚠️ If you notice that your cat has frequent hairballs or skin irritation, talk to your vet right away!
Not sure whether your cat is grooming too much? Use your Furbo 360° Cat Camera to keep an eye out for worrisome behavior! Thanks to Furbo Cat Nanny’s Vomiting Alert, you’ll even find out about hairballs in real time, instead of coming home to an unwelcome surprise.
3. Chatty Catties
Despite the cool cattitude your furball might display when you’re around, they miss you when you’re gone, and can find your absence confusing. They may even try to summon you home by vocalizing their complaints in every room!
If you’re worried about your furbaby getting lonely, leave something that smells like you — like a recently worn shirt — on the couch for them to snuggle while you’re away.
😺 Fun fact: adult cats don’t meow at each other. They save that for their kittens…and their hoomans!
With Furbo Cat Nanny’s Continuous Meowing Alert and Crying Alert, you’ll always know when your furry friend needs your attention. Furbo’s Real-Time 2-Way Audio feature even lets you respond, so your cat will never feel neglected while you’re away!
4. Claws Out!
Cats instinctively scratch nearby surfaces, both to keep their claws healthy and to mark their territory with their scent glands. When the house is quiet, your cat might seize the opportunity to really dig their claws into their favorite scratching spot.
🐾 Pro tip: To support your cat’s natural scratching impulses without sacrificing your favorite armchair, strategically position scratching posts or pads throughout your home!
Not sure where to place the new scratching stations? With Furbo Cat Nanny, it’s easy to figure out where your furball spends the most time; just take a peek at the automatically created Kitty Diary footage!
5. Stretching Sessions
Cats stretch their bodies to awaken their muscles, kickstart their circulation, and make sure that everything, from their agile joints to their sensitive whiskers, is working smoothly. Stretching also triggers their proprioceptive senses, helping them understand the position and movements of their bodies.
When the house is all theirs, your furball probably takes their stretching up a notch, turning your living room into their purrsonal yoga studio. 🧘♀️
Want to watch some adorable footage of your kitty contortionist? With Furbo Cat Nanny’s advanced Cloud Recording feature, you can bring a smile to your face at the tap of a button! Replay the carefully curated 15-second clips whenever you need an instant mood boost.
Join the Catventure!
Every day is an opportunity to ensure your cat’s wellbeing and enrich the unique bond you share. With your Furbo 360° Cat Camera, you can watch over your precious furball and find out exactly what they need — plus collect heartwarming footage of their purrsonal lives!
Furbo is here to give you peace of mind by keeping your cat safe and happy, wherever their secret adventures take them.
Grab your Furbo 360° Cat Camera, and never miss a moment of your furbaby’s day. 🐈🐾
