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In the end a lot of it depends on your cat, as (you will be aware) they're not all the same..
The main thing about litter boxes is you have to keep them clean or they'll go elsewhere, so either need to scoop out the clumpy stuff regularly or get an automatic cat pooping machine for £749.
Some cats can be "trained" to actually use scratching posts instead of your sofa etc. - it's worth a shot.
Ours didn't like hammocks.
Comfy (warm!) chill areas are always a hit, some say cats enjoy dark blue stuff there (blankets etc.)If you have time and money I'd really suggest building / buying some cool cat furniture so they can walk / climb around the flat!
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I would say that the one thing to bear in mind is that they're animals and therefore don't necessarily need special furniture or beds. Chances are the bits you spend the most on and are the most excited for them to use, they'll sniff once and never touch it again.
If you can arrange for them to have a quiet, surrounded safe spot like under a bed in the spare room or something, they will like that initially as somewhere to go and feel safe. -
make a happy cat home?
Transmit love by thinking loving thoughts. They can read your mind. Gaze adoringly while rubbing the tummy or whatever. Say lots of baby talk to them at the same time. Lots of affection builds trust. Find out what makes the cat give you the slow blink and keep doing it. Blinking slowly at you means they appreciate what you're doing.
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Oi pictures...NOW
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Sup all.
So we've taken the big step to adopt a cat (few weeks away). As a new cat parents, can I please ask what the hive mind says should we get to make a happy cat home? I'll probably have loads of questions as the weeks go by.
So... Littler box? Thinking Teflon stainless steel litter box with clumping litter? Which kind is recommended?
We'll be getting tree, wall hammocks and things for the living room for when we're in the living space. And same for around my office space.
Last time I had a cat/s was in SA as a young child where they were outside cats and very independent. I'm not sure of an indoor cat or one that may like human contact.
I'll start reading through the thread (don't stress) so 530pgs here we come!
BTW, some great pics of kits.