You've probably seen them in your favorite pet magazine or on your favorite web sites.
You can now purchase a leash for your cat.
It seems like it would be fun to take kitty with you on your evening stroll.
It might be even more appealing to you if your feline friend has been putting on the pounds.
Surely a little exercise would do her good! Well, your cat is not a dog so don't buy that leash, invest your money in cat trees instead.
Some people worry that the life of an indoor cat is too boring.
They feel they need to expose him to the outside world.
Whether you have a new kitty or a seasoned older pet, this is not a good idea for several reasons.
First, there is a lot of noise in the big outdoors.
Honking cars, loud buses and more depending on the neighborhood you live in.
A kitten can definitely get skittish in such circumstances and even an older pet can be disturbed by all this.
You already made the decision to raise them in the shelter of your home.
There really isn't a compelling reason to expose them to all that craziness.
Perhaps you think a bit of fresh air would be good for them.
Alas, fresh air is accompanied by fresh grass with parasites they can pick up as they walk along and fleas that can jump on them especially if you meet another pet.
Concern about your pet getting enough exercise is certainly legitimate.
As is concern that they are bored.
But that is exactly what cat trees and related toys and furniture are designed to eliminate.
Cat trees with scratching areas and dangling toys are an all in one jungle gym and play area for your precious one.
Purchase one or more and place them around your house to keep kitty active and exercising all day long.