An animal expert walks through installing a cat flap door and explains why it matters for your cat. Indoor cats get more freedom to move between spaces, plus mental and physical stimulation from the enrichment.
Installing a door or cat flap is an excellent idea if we want our feline to have more freedom of movement. But we should also know that this accessory has several benefits for their physical and mental state. You have also considered installing a door for your cats, but you do not know how to install it. In this video by an animal expert, we wanted to try it with Korpatite. You cannot miss it. Cat flaps can be installed on practically any door. It will be essential to take the size into account before purchasing it. We will use the template that comes inside the package to obtain the outline of the door with the help of a pen or pencil. Then we will cut it out and place it on the chosen door to mark the outline. No, we will start by making a hole with the drill using a wood drill bit. And then in that hole we can use the jigsaw. I will remove the wood and we can start assembling the cat flap. Sam. In this case, it was necessary to finish securing it with screws. Make sure it is well secured and that's it. Now below we will explain the benefits of installing a door. But first, don't forget to subscribe to our channel to stay up to date with everything we share. Cat flaps make it easier for cats to move from one room to another, but also from inside the home to the garden. At this point, it's worth noting that it's not advisable to let an unnettered cat go outside due to the overpopulation of felines. But what are the benefits of this accessory? First of all, for a cat that has never been familiar with how it works, the cat flap will become quite a mental challenge. It's likely to be scared at first. Therefore, it may be advisable to remove the door and leave only the hole. We will use rewards, words or caresses to reinforce it, thus encouraging it to go from one side to the other. This can be a great stimulation exercise to keep its mind active. As we mentioned in the introduction, the door allows greater freedom of movement, thus helping our felines to move around. Remember that it's very important for indoor cats to stay active. Another important aspect is that the cat flap will improve environmental enrichment, which is a set of measures that offer a better quality of life for the cat. Another example of an accessory for environmental enrichment is the cat scratching post, especially placed near a window as it offers them entertainment, play and the ability to perform marking behavior. Here, above and in the text box, we leave you a link where we explain everything. Now, Korpita can move freely around the safe areas, hide when he wants to rest or is scared and ultimately enjoy his new home more. Until next time, Experts Masters.
