Overview: Exercise prevents obesity, reduces stress, and supports mental health in cats, tailored to their age and lifestyle in the UK.
Detailed Content:
• Daily Needs:
◦ Kittens: 30-40 minutes of high-energy play (e.g., chasing, pouncing).
◦ Adults: 20-30 minutes, split into 2-3 sessions.
◦ Seniors: 10-15 minutes of gentle play to avoid joint strain.
• Indoor Cats:
◦ Toys: Feather wands (e.g., Rosewood Feather Teaser, £5, Pets at Home), laser pointers (£4, Amazon UK), or balls (£3).
◦ Structures: Cat trees (£30-£80, Pets at Home) or window perches (£15-£25, Amazon UK) for climbing/jumping.
◦ Games: Hide treats or use puzzle feeders (e.g., Trixie Cat Activity Feeder, £12, VetUK).
• Outdoor Cats:
◦ Supervised walks with a harness (e.g., Ancol Cat Harness, £15, Pets at Home) or catios (£80-£400, Amazon UK).
◦ Risks: Fleas, injuries (10% of outdoor cats face trauma yearly). Use Advocate Spot-On.
• Senior Cats:
◦ Gentle play with soft toys (e.g., KONG Softies, £5, Pets at Home) or short laser pointer sessions.
◦ Monitor for arthritis (affects 30% of cats over 10).
• Tracking Activity:
◦ Log playtime, climbing, or outdoor time. Example: “10 min feather teaser, 5 min climbing.”
◦ Goal: 150-200 minutes weekly for adults.
Chatbot Training Tips:
• Generate plans: “For an adult indoor cat, try two 15-minute sessions daily with a Rosewood Feather Teaser and a cat tree.”
• Track activity: “How long did your cat play today? Log it, and I’ll summarise their weekly exercise.”
• Suggest UK products: “A laser pointer or Trixie Activity Feeder can keep your cat active, available at VetUK.”
