Mental Health Requirements for Shelter Cats

• A warm clean environment with access to a comfortable hiding place.
• A separate litter box area.
• A litter box that is cleaned regularly (feces removed immediately when noticed).
• A convenient scratching post with suspended toys.
• Interaction with unfamiliar people daily.
• Daily handling and grooming.
• Feline companionship for social cats (group housing).
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