Cats do best when they have a variety of stimulating activities to choose from during the day. Toys and playmates are two great options, but a strategically placed bird feeder may end up one of the most popular choices in your home's toolbox of cat stimuli.
Should I get a bird feeder if I have a cat?
Birds and small wildlife need cover and hiding places from cats, and at the same time they also need some open space around feeders and birdbaths to be able to spot cats before they get close enough to pounce. Place feeders and birdbaths at least ten to twelve feet away from any potential hiding places for cats.
Do bird feeders stress out cats?
Because cats are ambush predators, they like to hunt their prey from cover. Placing the bird feeder away from bushes, decks, trees, and even patio furniture may deter your cat from stalking the birds.
How do you keep cats away from bird feeders?
A great way to keep cats away from your bird feeder is to make sure the bird table is high-up and out of reach. Something like our Tambora Bird Feeding Station is ideal because it's both tall and thin. The thin, slippery metal pole will help ensure that cats can't climb your bird feeder (like they would a tree).
Is it stressful for cats to watch birds?
Similar to us, human beings, cats can suffer from boredom too. When your fluffy friend is feeling bored out of its mind, it could indeed stare at birds without making any attempts to hunt them. In other words, it's just a way for the cat to entertain itself from afar without engaging in any activities.
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