Pawfarer

Behaviour

Play and enrichment

In short

Enrichment means giving a cat or dog enough to do. RSPCA (UK) advice on toys, play and scratching is quoted below.

Key points

  • Every statement on this page is a quotation from RSPCA (UK), with the species its page is about.

Dogs

RSPCA (UK) says, about dogs,

Dogs are playful, sociable animals and can become distressed or bored without enough to do. Give them safe toys as well as regular opportunities to play with people or other friendly dogs.
Understanding Your Dog's Behaviour

Cats

RSPCA (UK) recommends, for cats:

Give them a scratching post – cats naturally use objects to scratch, mark territory, strengthen muscles and sharpen their claws.
Understanding Your Cat's Behaviour

RSPCA (UK) recommends, for cats:

Provide safe toys and regular opportunities for them to play alone and with people.
Understanding Your Cat's Behaviour

These are general statements from the organisations named above, not advice for your pet. For anything about your own cat or dog, consult your vet.

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