Introduction

While the summer months can be a great time to spend with your cat, it’s also important to keep them safe and comfortable. Here are some tips that will help keep your kitty happy and healthy throughout the hot months:

1. Provide them with shade.

• Provide them with shade.

Kitties are sensitive to the heat, so make sure they have access to a cool place to rest or sleep in while they’re out in the sun. You can do this by building a kitty castle/bed/fortress with blocks or cardboard boxes (if you’re crafty), or buying a cat hammock and placing it under your house’s overhang if you don’t mind getting your hands dirty.

• Make sure they have access to water at all times!

Cats are susceptible to dehydration and heat exhaustion, so make sure that there’s always fresh water available for your feline friend whether he’s lounging outside or inside on his windowsill perch observing life outside of his home environment (he’ll probably be doing both). If you live in an apartment complex without central air conditioning, consider purchasing an electric fan that will circulate air throughout entire rooms without making noise like box fans do—this will help keep temperatures down throughout those summer months when even keeping cool is difficult enough already!

2. Be careful with cold drinks and ice cubes on hot summer days.

If you’re like me, you love ice-cold beverages on hot summer days. Unfortunately your cat probably doesn’t—so don’t leave drinks out in the sun or leave them in the freezer if they need to be iced down. Your cat may try to drink from the iced drink and end up getting burned by the ice cubes or drinking extremely hot liquid that could cause internal injuries if lapped up too quickly.

3. Check outdoor areas for parasites like fleas and ticks that may be lurking in the grass.

The third summer tip to keep your cat safe is to check the outdoor areas you plan on letting your kitty play in. It can be easy for parasites like fleas and ticks to hide in tall grass, so it’s always good to check with a quick walkthrough before letting your cat run around.

Ticks are hard to spot, but they can cause irritation and disease if left untreated. Fleas are easy enough to see crawling around on fur (though harder if there’s no fur), but these little pests can be difficult for owners to get rid of since they can lay eggs that hatch into new flea infestations! While both of these pests carry their own risks, neither warrants more concern than tapeworms which cats can pick up while roaming outdoors as they hunt mice or birds.

4. Give your cat a place to lounge, by setting up a hammock, a high shelf in front of a window, or a catio (an enclosed patio for cats).

Your cat may love the warm sun, but she’s still going to want a place to hide from it. Provide her with a spot where she can get out of the sun when it becomes too much for her and bask in its glow when she wants.

This could be as simple as a small box or basket that can be placed on top of a table or chair—or better yet, hang your cat’s favorite hammock in front of a large window so she can enjoy the view while keeping herself cool! You might even consider building an outdoor enclosure for your kitty, called a “catio” (a play on patio and kitty). These structures combine elements of both indoors and outdoors, allowing cats access to fresh air while protecting them from predators who may lurk nearby looking for an easy meal.

5. Stock up on toys that your cat can bat around and enjoy if he’s outside playing by himself, such as some crinkly balls or feathers on elastic string

• Stock up on toys that your cat can bat around and enjoy if he’s outside playing by himself, such as some crinkly balls or feathers on elastic string.

Play is an important part of a cat’s life, and it can help them to get exercise, relieve stress, bond with you and learn how to interact with their environment. As long as you keep track of which toys are safe for them (don’t use anything too small or delicate), then providing your kitty with plenty of playtime options is a great way to make sure that he stays healthy during the summer months.

6. Offer up extra grooming sessions to keep your kitty comfortable and happy, especially if his fur is long and thick

• Offer up extra grooming sessions to keep your kitty comfortable and happy, especially if his fur is long and thick

If you can’t find a way to get your cat outside for some sun time, you can still help him enjoy the summer by giving him some special care. The act of grooming is great for removing loose fur, dirt and dander from their coats while also reducing the amount of hair balls that they may have!

7. Whether you’re taking your cat to the cottage or simply enjoying the outdoors together in your backyard, make sure you always have some water on hand for him so he doesn’t get too thirsty

The summer sun can be brutal for your little furry friend. But you can help him stay cool with these tips:

• Keep the water bowl full at all times. Make sure you have a clean, fresh supply of water available to keep him hydrated and happy during long days outside. This also means bringing some along when you go on trips!
• Don’t leave it out in the sun or in hot temperatures; he’ll get dehydrated faster than usual, which will make him feel miserable (and might even make him sick). As much as possible, keep his water away from direct sunlight and don’t ever let it sit in the heat overnight. And don’t give him ice cubes either—they’re too cold for his tiny mouth!

With just a little bit of effort, you can make sure that you and your kitty survive the summer together!

It’s summer, and you’re probably looking forward to the warm weather. But what about your cat? Cats can enjoy the summer sun too, but they have different needs than you do. Here are some tips for keeping them safe and happy when it’s hot outside:

• Make sure your cat has plenty of water to drink. Some cats like to drink from a bowl, but others prefer to lap up water from a shallow dish or even drip it onto their fur by turning the faucet on quickly before running away from it! If you want your cat to be comfortable during hot days, you should make sure there’s plenty of fresh water available at all times.
• Know where fleas and ticks live so that you can keep them out of reach. If there are lots of ticks around your house during springtime or summertime (or both!), consider asking an exterminator for advice on how best to prevent them from getting inside once again this year!
• Give your pet toys that will entertain them when they’re outside in the sun all day long; nothing beats an interesting new toy when boredom sets in!

Conclusion

As you can see, keeping your kitty safe and happy during the summer is not a big challenge. And if you’re lucky enough to have a feline friend who enjoys being outside as much as I do, then these tips are for you!