Can you tell me about cat eating habits?
Cats are not good at eating a lot at once, and have the habit of eating small meals multiple times. This is thought to be a remnant of the behavior of their ancestors, wildcats, who hunted and ate small prey multiple times a day.
I'd also like some advice on how to arrange dining areas.
Cats are very clean creatures and don't like to eat near their litter box, so make sure to provide a separate eating area.
Is there anything I should pay attention to when choosing tableware?
Yes. Cats have very sensitive whiskers, so a deep, narrow dish can be stressful. Choose a shallow, wide dish that won't come into contact with their whiskers.
What should you be careful of in a multi-pet household?
If you have multiple cats, make sure to prepare one bowl for each cat, and place them at least 50cm apart so they can eat in peace without feeling stressed.
Can you tell me any tips on how to give them water?
Cats will drink if there is water in front of them when they feel like drinking, but if there is no water, they often won't bother to look for it. Therefore, it is ideal to have multiple water stations in the house, and to place them a little away from their bowls.
Is there anything I should be aware of when it comes to kittens?
It is said that a puppy's food preferences are determined around the first year of life. If you expose them to a variety of foods and textures during this time, they will be able to eat a wider range of foods as they grow.
About &CAT tableware
We live in a time that is said to be very stressful for cats, and for cats who are sensitive to noise, light, smells, etc., even the slightest change in their environment can cause great stress and affect their health.
Mealtime is a very important and relaxing time for cats, which is why it's important to pay attention to factors such as the shape, height, and material of the bowl.
&CAT's food and water bowls are packed with this kind of consideration. They're the right height for swallowing and leg support, shallow and wide to prevent contact with whiskers, and made of safe, hygienic ceramic. It's clear that the health and happiness of cats is the top priority.
Choosing these containers is important not only to ensure that the food is easy to eat and drink from, but also to create a dining environment where cats can relax.
Cat trivia
The oldest record of humans and cats living together dates back to approximately 9,500 years ago, when cat bones were discovered buried with humans on the island of Cyprus.
The oldest record of cats in Japan dates back to around 2,100 to 2,200 years ago. Cat bones were excavated at the Karakami ruins in Iki City, Nagasaki Prefecture.
◎The ancestors of the domestic cats we live with today are said to be the African wildcats that lived in Israel and the Arabian Peninsula.
◎ Cats tend to be careless about hydration and may not drink unless water is nearby. This is why it is important to provide a drinking station.
◎In an environment where they have enough food, cats become social like humans and will sometimes communicate with each other.
◎Cats are not nocturnal, but rather crepuscular, being most active at dusk and sunrise. It is said that they have evolved to match the activity times of their prey.
Although their eyesight is not very good, they are able to see better than humans in dimly lit environments. Their hearing is particularly sensitive to high-pitched sounds, and their sense of smell is also far superior to humans.
