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 | I thought it would be fun to center this week's newsletter around one topic, and what could be more fun than playing with our cats, or watching them play. But guys, you'll learn quickly that hands are not toys. Those kittens grow up quickly, and they can do serious damage with those claws when they're a bit bigger. Connect With Franny:
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How to Play With Your Cat
“Oh brother!” I hear muttered from the corner of the room. “As if I need lessons on how to play with my cats. It comes with the territory, right?”  Perhaps it does. But if your idea of play is down-on-your-knees, rough-and tumble play, such as you’d engage in with your labrador, perhaps you’d better read on a bit. Please read on to learn more about how and why cats play.
photo © Franny Syufy
| 7 Ways to Stop Play Aggression
I learned long ago not to walk around barefoot with kittens in the house. From Amy Shojai, former Contributing Writer: “Cat aggression and cat attacks may be either predatory or play aggression, and look identical. But when the kitten grapples your bare feet and chomps down, it’s anything but fun and games for owners. You may suspect Fluff-Baby has turned into Demon-Cat, but truly, this is normal kitten behavior and he’s not channeling his “inner lion” and planning to eat you. Learn more about play aggression with kittens.
| Stopping Water Bowl Games
Amy Shojai, former Contributing Writer on Cat Behavior, fielded Ask Amy questions regularly. Brittany was troubled by her 5 month old Harley who constantly splashed all the water out of the bowl, which she shared with Ripley. Since water play is normal at Harley's age, Amy suggested redirecting to an approved activity. She wrote: "Rather than trying to stop the behavior, it's most effective to redirect it to a legal outlet." Read the rest of Amy's very creative solution to a very common problem. Also browse more Ask Amy articles.
| Top Toys for Home-alone Cats
Bored cats can sometimes become mischievous cats while trying to entertain themselves. Fortunately, there are several toys that can help keep them occupied when they are home alone, and stimulate and challenge their curiosity and intelligence.  Be sure to alternate toys to stimulate interest, and don't forget the "freebies!"The photo at right depicts Billy and Joey playing with their Peek-a-Prize Toy Box.
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