Hello you. I'm Bobbel – and today I want to talk about something that many people misunderstand: our social needs.
Some people believe that we cats are cold, loners. Others think we desperately need company.
But you know what? The truth – as is so often the case – lies somewhere in between.
🐈⬛ How we cats really tick
1. We are individual hunters – but not individual hearts:
Yes, we mostly hunt alone. It's in our nature. But that doesn't mean we don't like closeness or companionship.
2. In freedom we often live in groups:
Where there is enough food and sleeping space, we sometimes form small colonies.
We girls especially like to stay with family – when it works out.
🐾 Advantages of living with other animals
• Company:
When we are well socialized and fit together, it is wonderful not to be alone.
I love sleeping next to another cat or watching it groom itself.
• Playing together:
Two cats can chase each other, wrestle and cuddle together – it’s exciting and relaxing at the same time.
🙀 But not every cat is sociable...
• Some need more space:
Like you humans: There are extroverted and introverted types.
Some of us really would rather be alone – and that’s okay.
• Competition can cause stress:
Too few feeding places, too few places to retreat? That leads to arguments. And we don't like arguments.
🧡 How to create harmony
1. Slowly introduce new roommates:
Don't just post it! Please give us time to get to know each other.
2. Everything twice (at least!):
Food, water, toilet, sleeping places – everything should be available in multiples so that no one has to fight.
3. Be attentive:
If you notice that one of us is withdrawing or seems tense, help her to feel comfortable again.
🤝 And how important you are!
Even though we live with other cats:
You are and will remain our favorite person.
Play with us, talk to us, cuddle with us – we need you.
Your attention means more to us than you might think.
💬 Conclusion from Bobbel:
"Whether alone or with other dogs, the most important thing is that you understand what we truly need. Observe us, listen to our behavior, and you'll know whether we love company or prefer to be solitary heroes."
