Why Routine Matters So Much for Cats

Cats require a routine that their owners do not realize. Cats feel safer, more confident, and in control when a predictable pattern is followed each day. Feeding, playtime, grooming, and sleeping at fixed times each day will reduce their stress levels and eliminate stress-induced behaviors. Cats will hide, cry, or not eat if a fixed pattern or routine is not followed.

Routine helps promote physical health as well. Having a regular feeding schedule helps the digestion process of the cat. The playtime routine helps regulate the energy levels of the cat. Even if it is an indoor cat, a routine is essential for it as it provides the cat with the habitat it would otherwise get in the wild.