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How to stop a cat from chewing wires: looking for the cause and solution to the problem
25.02.2024 19:10
Unlike dogs, cats are usually not prone to chewing shoes, furniture, and other objects in the house, including wires.
For example, telephone, television, computer wires, cords from household appliances.
Such games are not only harmful, but also dangerous to the health of the pets themselves.
Why does a cat chew wires?
There are several reasons why your pet might be interested in wires:
1. Interest
As a rule, curiosity is characteristic of kittens. Small fluffy pets learn about the world in a variety of ways, including taste.
2. Lack of attention
Pets need their owners' attention. When they lack attention, animals can break flower pots and chew wires.
3. Teeth
Kittens show interest in the cable during the period of changing teeth, accompanied by itchy gums. Adult cats clean their teeth through such behavior. The reason for this is excessive consumption of soft food.
4. Lack of minerals and vitamins
Cats living outside make up for the lack of microelements by eating grass and gnawing on branches. Domestic pets get all the necessary substances through food. If they experience a deficiency, they will look for them in indoor plants and wires.
5. No toys
Kittens can play with anything. A simple piece of paper attached to a thread, a ribbon or straws from a juice box are enough for them. That is why they are very interested in wires, which are similar to rope and ribbons.
How to stop a cat from chewing
Experts advise not to ignore animals' increased curiosity about wires.
When interacting with the cable, particles of the material from which the wires are made enter the pet’s body.
They cause digestive and gastrointestinal problems.
In addition, there is a risk of getting an electric shock. The task of the owners is to protect the animal from the threat. There are a number of ways to wean a cat.
Masking wires
Disguise reduces the fluffy's interest in the cable. To do this, you need to buy devices in a hardware or furniture store that allow you to hide the cords. For example:
1. Tubes. Used to mask frequently used cable. Made of durable material and large in size.
2. Cable ties. These devices increase the diameter of the electrical cord.
3. The office stapler is suitable for fixing electrical cables to furniture and baseboards.
Rarely used devices and accessories are put away in an inaccessible place.
Distract attention
To divert the cat's attention, you can place colorful straws near the cables. In addition, it is recommended to buy toys for the pet.
Formation of a reflex
Many owners train their pets to conditioned reflexes, for example, aversion to electrical wires. How to form reflexes:
1. Shout and raise your voice when the cat approaches the devices. You can also clap your hands and stamp your feet.
2. Attach rustling objects to the cable, such as candy wrappers, foil, or gift wrap.
3. Apply double-sided tape. Your pet won't like sticky items.
Repulsive odors
There are a number of smells that pets do not like.
Veterinary sprays and solutions, such as "Antigryzin", can be used as repellent aromas. In addition, essential citrus oils are suitable.
Earlier we wrote about why a cat doesn’t let itself be touched.
