Tips to Cat Proof Your Christmas Tree

There is a mysterious relationship between cats and Christmas trees. Many internet videos have surfaced depicting cats playing or messing with the Christmas tree. Pet parents often find themselves in dilemma whether to allow their cats near the tree or not. The reason for this reluctance is due to cat’s chaotic tales associated with the conifer tree.

It is a well-known fact that, felines are tempted towards these decorated trees and in the process of extracting the gold out of the tree, they injured themselves. The pine needles of the tree are sharp enough to inflict a cut to your cat’s skin.

As a pet parent, you can avoid the possible tragedy by following a protocol to cat proof your Christmas tree. An efficient program ensures a careful eye on the cat and the non-toxic nature of the Christmas tree. 

Choose A Cat-Friendly Christmas Tree

The natural Christmas tree consists of sharp pine needles that can easily pierce your cat’s paws. A, feline is born with curious tendency and thus may harm herself while exploring the Christmas tree.  

Comparing to real tree, an artificial tree proves to be more pet-friendly and less hazardous for cats. A fake tree with fake needles would inflict no damage to your cat’s skin.

If you belong to old school and cannot resist of having a real Christmas tree, then choose the one, which is lower in height and possess fewer needles such as Nordmann fir.

 Ensure A Solid Base

This is very important to ensure non-toppling of the tree. A tree supported by a strong base would lower the risk of falling if your cat get accidently jumped on it.

 Limit Feline Access

Choose the location of your tree, which is less familiar to your feline. It could be any corner of the room or a place, which always catches your eye.

Do remember to position your tree away from fragile items such as electronics, or any other valuable stock. 

Choose Pet Friendly Decorations

Decorations form an important part of Christmas celebrations. Cats are tempted to these decorations, and many a times fall prey to the lighting and chocolates used in Christmas tree.

As a responsible pet parent, consider following points to ensure safety of your cat-

·         Do not hang glass bulbs, chocolates, or anything which is toxic in nature

·         Resist hanging any material which is too tempting for your cat

·         No candles

·         No ornaments

·         No electric material

Final Advice

Maintaining the fervor of Christmas and ensuring your cat’s safety sums up a perfect Christmas celebration. You can follow the above ideas to make it a safe Christmas celebration for your cat.