Cats naturally separate essential activities. When owners centralize everything in a “cat corner,” it is not natural and can create stress. By spreading resources, cats in multi-cat homes can eat, drink and eliminate without feeling threatened or restricted, reducing stress and promoting a healthier, more balanced living environment.
Source: Project Ginger, LinkedIn, March 11, 2025. Link.
Ideally, each cat should have at least two resting areas, two feeding areas, and two toileting areas. Food and water should also be kept in separate areas.”
INSIGHTS: The cat space benefits information referenced in Project Ginger’s post from the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery will interest cat owners whether single cat or multi-cat households. Spacing things out satisfies the natural instincts of cats,
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