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Cats star in a large percentage of reposted videos on Facebook, but videos and DVDs for cats are less-publicized. Felines may be near the top of the viral video heap, but once in awhile, they might like to sit back and view a good video instead. DVDs (and before that, VHS tapes) for cats have been around for a few decades and many cat owners
Full-length videos that entertain and petsit cats have been on the market since the late 1980s through mail order, Internet ads and retail stores. The DVDs last an hour or two and feature chirping birds, scampering mice, bugs, fish and other creatures apartment-bound cats would chase if given the chance.
Not all cats will become couch potatoes at the sight of TV birds and squirrels. It’s sure to catch their interest initially, but after that, some felines lose become bored. Suburban and country cats used to the real thing-hitting the backyard grass to chase real birds and rats – might not be as fascinated by the filmed version.
City cats who rarely get the chance to test out their primal instincts may jump at the TV screen or try to get inside it at the sight of birds and scattering mice. Make sure the TV (or flat screen) is secure, especially if you plan to use the DVDs as a catsitter when you’re running errands or at work.
The audio quality and selection on the DVDs is just as intriguing to cats as the visuals. Cats rwill perk up their ears to sounds like birds chirping or squirrels running through a field. Some cat DVDs have specially composed music so pet owners can enjoy the show with their kitty.
Amazon lists eight different DVDs for cars as of December 31, 2011. The Petsitter DVD series have been around since the late 1980s, so longevity proves there’s something to them. Each video provides a unique selling point – CatDVD has a Laser Pointer Party sequence, Video Catnip is divided into three parts-one for humans, one for cats and humans and one for cats only. Some petowners enjoy the images and background music and find it a relaxing accompaniment to chores.
City dwellers might save a few bucks by breaking out the Camcorder on their next trip to the woods. A homemade pastiche of birds, critters and babbling brooks filled with fish will divert your pet’s attention from those china figures (or other tchotchkes) he likes to swat off the table. Virtual scenes of the great outdoors will be at least a temporary respite from a day of hiding under the bed for your housebound kitty.
Search for cat DVDs on Amazon.
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About the author:
Marianne Moro is a freelance writer and publicist living in Hollywood, CA. She has written for many publications, clients and websites, including USA Today, Blogcritics Magazine, Modamag and Entertainment Today, among others. She's the proud co-o...
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