Alice White
Cats and babies don’t always seem like the perfect match. How to behave, behave with a cat, and help them bond with a furry friend. Although all cats want to be alone from time to time (somewhat more often than others), they also really enjoy playing. To make games a pleasant pastime for your kitten and your little ones, take it on from the very first day by setting aside time for joint play and individual playtime for the kids and the cat. You will be able to create a peaceful environment for everyone to create a peaceful environment for each of them. 
Deeds should not be at odds with words
Playing with your cat is very important to keep it healthy. However, if you have small children, this situation can be more complicated. First of all, you must show the children by your example of how to properly handle the animal while playing. Children imitate behaviour – both good and so try to demonstrate careful soft touch and smooth, safe movements. Help your little ones adopt these positive behaviours.
In an ideal world, everything always goes smoothly, but in reality, it is not. Animals can quickly become angry and aggressive if provoked. Watch your pet’s body language: it can tell you that the cat is angry, even before it starts hissing or pawing. A cat’s ears tend to point forward when calm or ready to play, but if the ears are flattened or turned back, it is very anxious or frightening. If her fur (especially on the tail) stands on end, or if she curls her tail under her, it may be time to step back and leave her alone for a while. If you notice that your cat’s body language has changed, it is best for everyone to go to a different location, where possible, where the cat cannot be seen. You can try to distract your children with another activity. Give your cat some time to be alone and try to play gently with her again before letting the kids touch her.
In addition, children often like to grab pets and carry them around. Cats are a very independent cat, so your cat is calm when you allow your child to pick her up. If she sniffs and purls, she probably likes this close contact, but if she squirms, trying to free herself, it is better to let her go.
If you notice that your cat is more likely to experience stress than pleasure while playing, watch her. Maybe she’s more in tune with playing at certain times of the day. In addition, games are best done when children are well-rested and eaten. Hungry, tired children are not the best playmates for both animals and humans!
Create a bond that will last all nine lifetimes
Friendship with any animal cannot happen overnight. Start small: Have your kids sit next to you at first and pet the cat for a few minutes. When you move on to active play, choose such that there is some distance between the children and the animal to avoid accidental scratches. You can use long sticks and large balls, for example. Try to avoid small toys that babies can easily put in their mouths. Another great and inexpensive toy that both cats and kids will love is a simple cardboard box. Give your pet the opportunity to climb into the box on its own – before you have time to look back, the kids and the cat will play hide and seek and have fun. To strengthen friendships, watch out for your children and cat as they play and reward them when they are good. 
By setting your own example and patience, you can ensure that your children treat your cat well while playing and do not offend it. Over time, she may even want to play with your little ones herself. The friendship between cats and children is an amazing thing that can be preserved until adolescence and beyond, so enjoy every minute of it!
