17 Mistakes That Could Kill Your Indoor Cat (You Think They’re Safe)

Your cat can be hurting and still look perfectly fine, because hiding pain is a survival instinct. That's what makes so many everyday habits dangerous. They look harmless, some of them even look like love, and your cat just quietly puts up with them. In this one I walk you through 17 indoor cat mistakes that slowly wear a cat's health down, plus a few that can genuinely be fatal. We go through litter box setup and where to put the water bowl, essential oil diffusers and scented candles, free feeding and weight gain, toxic plants like lilies, spaying and neutering indoor cats, vertical space, and the cleaning products your cat grooms off its paws. Then the big one, the dog flea medicine that can kill a healthy cat in a single afternoon, followed by indoor flea prevention, the dental trouble you can't see, boredom and play, scratching posts and why you should never declaw, hiding spots, daily routine, plastic bags, and the collar mistake most people get backwards. Every one of them comes with a simple fix you can start this week. New here? I share calm, practical cat care videos every week, come join us:    / @anniesmithpets   A quick note: I've had cats for 24 years, but I'm an owner sharing what I've learned the hard way, not a vet. If something seems off with your cat, or you think they've gotten into anything toxic, call your own vet or an animal poison line right away. #catsafety