{"id":1692,"date":"2020-07-01T11:14:02","date_gmt":"2020-07-01T11:14:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/?p=1692"},"modified":"2020-07-01T11:14:02","modified_gmt":"2020-07-01T11:14:02","slug":"what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/","title":{"rendered":"What do cats not like to walk on?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cats are very curious creatures.\u00a0Everywhere they could get their crafty little selves in, they will be there.\u00a0 However, there are some places they really shouldn\u2019t be in.\u00a0How can you, the cat guardian, prevent or at the very least discourage your cat from going where they shouldn\u2019t?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>By making those places hell for your cat to navigate to, of course!&nbsp; Today let\u2019s have a look at the textures and terrains your cats hate walking on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#Sticky_things\" title=\"Sticky things.\">Sticky things.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#Aluminum_Foils\" title=\"Aluminum Foils.\">Aluminum Foils.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#If_texture_doesnt_work_try_scents\" title=\"If texture doesn\u2019t work, try scents.\">If texture doesn\u2019t work, try scents.<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#Common_questions_about_things_cats_hate\" title=\"Common questions about things cats hate\">Common questions about things cats hate<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#Why_do_cats_hate_water\" title=\"Why do cats hate water?\">Why do cats hate water?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#Do_cats_hate_cucumbers\" title=\"Do cats hate cucumbers?\">Do cats hate cucumbers?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#Why_are_cats_scared_of_vacuums\" title=\"Why are cats scared of vacuums?\">Why are cats scared of vacuums?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sticky_things\"><\/span>Sticky things.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats absolutely HATE sticky things.&nbsp; You\u2019ve probably seen one of those famous videos where people put sticky tape on their cat and their cat freaking out.&nbsp; While that\u2019s arguably not the best thing you should do to your cat, it paints a perfect picture of how much cats don\u2019t like sticky things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By the way, if you should be so tempted to see how your cats react to things getting stuck to them, please use sticky tapes that are NOT very sticky.&nbsp; If you use strong adhesives such as adhesives, it could rip out your cat\u2019s fur or even hurt their paws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there are surfaces in your house that are definitely off-limits for your cat, such as your new couch or the kitchen counter, you may stick a bit of tape on them sticky side up.&nbsp; That way, every time your cat ventures in the restricted area, they\u2019re met with the sticky feel and they\u2019ll eventually learn that that area is no fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aluminum_Foils\"><\/span>Aluminum Foils.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats hate noise.&nbsp; Walking on Aluminum foil not only makes a lot of noise; which makes it really unappealing for some cats.&nbsp; The smooth, shiny, cold texture of aluminum foil will also feel weird to your cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most cats, when they see tin foil laid out on the floor, they\u2019ll be curious about it, yes, but they would also be on the lookout for other pathways towards their destination that does not involve any shiny metallic sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t true for all cats though.&nbsp; Some cats will eventually get over their hesitation and will actually walk through Aluminum Foil. There are even some owners that claim their cats actually really love playing with Aluminum Foil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_texture_doesnt_work_try_scents\"><\/span>If texture doesn\u2019t work, try scents.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cats have very powerful sense of smell \u2013 they\u2019re actually more sensitive to scents than some dogs.&nbsp; If your cats are not deterred by the sticky things or aluminum foils you\u2019ve been putting in all of their no-no spaces, try discouraging them with some <a href=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/what-smells-do-cats-not-like\/\">smells that cats hate<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spritz a bit of citrus scented sprays on things or areas you don\u2019t want your cat to be in \u2013 for example your Christmas Tree once that time of the year comes.&nbsp; Just be wary that while citrus fruits are safe and even considered edible for cats, the skins of citrus fruits may cause vomiting, diarrhea, or dermatitis.&nbsp; A non-toxic alternative would be Cinnamon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a garden plant some lavenders and eucalyptus so your cat is much less interested in smooshing all of your other flowers and plants.&nbsp; This could work really well in deterring other cats in the neighborhood that your cat feels threatened by.&nbsp; Just note that these plants are considered toxic to cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_questions_about_things_cats_hate\"><\/span>Common questions about things cats hate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_cats_hate_water\"><\/span>Why do cats hate water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many different reasons as to why most cats are not so fond of water \u2013 but it all starts with their history with water which is not much.&nbsp; Cat\u2019s ancestors lived in places that don\u2019t have a lot of water.&nbsp; Evolutionarily, cats just don\u2019t have any incentive to be in water much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another reason as to why your modern kitty are not big fans of bath time is that it\u2019s uncomfortable for them to get their fur all wet.&nbsp; Just imagine wearing a fur coat and then going for a dip in the pool \u2013 not so fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_cats_hate_cucumbers\"><\/span>Do cats hate cucumbers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve probably seen one of those popular videos about cats being so spooked by cucumbers.&nbsp; The truth about cat\u2019s extremely negative reactions to these tubular vegetables is that cats do not react well to surprises in general.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not about the cucumber \u2013 it\u2019s about how they did not expect a cucumber to be waiting for them when they turn around.&nbsp; In fact, you can test it out with your own cat.&nbsp; Instead of scaring your cat by sneakily placing a cucumber behind them while they eat, place it in front of them and expect nothing.&nbsp; They\u2019ll probably sniff it at most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_cats_scared_of_vacuums\"><\/span>Why are cats scared of vacuums?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, cats are not big fans of anything loud: barking dogs, fireworks, and of course, our good ol\u2019 vacuums.&nbsp; Unfortunately, once your cat has had a bad experience of being scared of the vacuum noise, they\u2019ll remember it and will continue to be scared for the rest of their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially if it\u2019s your first time to have a cat in your household, it can be very difficult, nay, impossible to keep these little curious fur balls contained.\u00a0 However, if there are some areas in your home that are definitely no cat zones, consider laying down some mildly sticky tapes or even aluminum foil on those areas temporarily to deter cats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/animalsa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/What-do-cats-not-like-to-walk-on-1-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"What do cats not like to walk on?\" class=\"wp-image-1695\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cats are very curious creatures.\u00a0Everywhere they could get their crafty little selves in, they will be there.\u00a0 However, there are some places they really shouldn\u2019t be in.\u00a0How can you, the<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1694,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[8],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v16.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What do cats not like to walk on? 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