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. 2019 Jun 18;9(6):370. doi: 10.3390/ani9060370
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1 Does each cat have its own resting area in a convenient location that provides some privacy?
2 Are resting areas located such that another animal cannot sneak up on the cat while it rests?
3 Are resting areas located away from appliances or air ducts (machinery) that could come on unexpectedly while the cat rests?
4 Does each cat have the opportunity to move to a warmer or cooler area if it chooses to?
Food and Water
5 Does each cat have its own food bowl?
6 Does each cat have its own water bowl?
7 Are the bowls located in a convenient location that provides some privacy while it eats or drinks?
8 Are bowls located such that another animal cannot sneak upon this cat while it eats or drinks?
9 Are bowls located away from machinery that could come on unexpectedly?
Litter boxes
10 Does each cat have its own box in a convenient, well-ventilated location that still gives the cat some privacy while using it (1 litter box per cat + 1)?
11 Are boxes located in more than one area of the house?
12 Are boxes located so another animal cannot sneak up on the cat during use?
13 Are boxes located away from machinery that could come on unexpectedly during use?
14 Are boxes washed regularly (at least monthly) with a mild detergent (like dishwashing liquid), rather than strongly scented cleaners?
Social Contact
15 Does each cat have the opportunity to engage in play with other animals or the owner if it chooses to on a daily basis?
16 Does each cat have the option to disengage from other animals or people in the household at all times?
17 How many hours a day are you in sight of your cat? ______(h/day)
18 How many minutes a do you spend petting your cat? ____(min/day)
19 How many minutes a do you spend playing with your cat? ____(min/day)
Body Care and Activity
20 Are horizontal scratching posts provided?
21 Are vertical scratching posts provided?
22 Are chew items (e.g., cat-safe grasses) provided?
23 Does each cat like to play with toys?
24 Does each cat have toys to chase that mimic quickly moving prey?
25 Does each cat have toys that can be picked up, carried, and tossed in the air?
26 Are toys rotated on a regular basis (at least weekly) to provide novelty?