Does the cat need a walk? This is a very common question among cat owners. Especially for those who are new to or used to dogs.

This question still divides veterinarians. While some believe that cat walks bring benefits to their health, others take the opposite view. But then what is correct? Does my cat need walks or not?

To check out these answers, read on. Below you will find all the information about the care they need and if walks are among them.

Need, don't need. That is, walking is not a necessity in the strict sense of the word. Although cats need to move around and are hunters and explorers by nature, you can get them to access space indoors.

Even a small house or apartment can be equipped with materials that allow the feline to have fun and expend energy. For example, using vertical space and walls is a great way to entertain him.

By installing niches, hammocks, walkways and other tools to “gatify” your home, your cat will no longer have any need to go out. Therefore, the cat does not need to go for a walk. But not needing doesn't mean you can't, right?

Well, although you don't need to go for a walk, the cat can take advantage of walks. However, he should never have free access to the outside of your home. That is, it should never go out alone, and a duck must always walk with its owner.

Below, then, see some tips, care and tricks for going out with your cat!

We separate for you some tips regarding the essential care when walking with cats. Also, some practical tricks you can use to help your pet get out of the house and enjoy a good walk.

The cat always needs to be vaccinated! That is, never leave home without your feline having all vaccines up to date. Each age requires specific vaccines. Therefore, correctly follow the calendar and veterinary guidelines.

Know that the street is full of risks for your pet. Most, by the way, are invisible to the naked eye. It can come into contact with bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms. Therefore, to avoid any contamination, keep vaccines up to date.

In addition, you must also be very careful with other small parasites: fleas. In fact, they, worms and ticks. Therefore, it is essential that your cat always has the anti-flea up to date.

Consult your feline's veterinarian to understand what is the best frequency to medicate it and what is the best product. With this, you guarantee all the safety and protection of your feline.

The cat must always walk on a leash. That is, never even consider going out with him to the street, park or other open place without him having this protection. Cats are very skittish and also shy.

As a result, they can quickly get scared on the street. After all, consider the sheer volume of different sounds, people milling around, and different smells. All of this can make the cat alert and prone to flight.

Also, cats are very fast and can get excited. Therefore, do not leave him without a leash. On the run, there are countless dangers. For example, he can simply get lost from you. Not only that, but it is prone to being run over and even violence.

With that, the cat needs to walk with the necessary safety materials. Otherwise, the tour will only be an opportunity to risk his health and integrity.

A practical tip to help your cat with the walks concerns adaptation. Here it is necessary to bear in mind that it will not always be easy to take him on a walk. Not that he doesn't want to leave the house. After all, cats are curious, explorers and hunters.

What happens is that they generally have an aversion to the leash. It can stress them out and make them cranky. But what to do then, given that the cat needs a walk on a leash? In that case, start getting used to it little by little.

Remember that cats are routine animals. And as such, they can get used to things, as long as you have patience. 

Before putting the accessory on the feline, by the way, leave it in sight. Allow the cat to smell it. Consider using pheromones on her to make him feel at ease. For this, consult the veterinarian for instructions on which would be best.

Then start putting the collar on him little by little, daily. Let it stay for a while and remove it. Increase the time progressively.

In addition to getting your cat used to the collar, start the walks little by little. For example, if you live in an apartment, start hanging out with him on your own floor. Afterwards, go to the lobby.

Thus, progressively increase the places and the time of the tour. So, start walking a little more with the cat, always following his pace. At any sign of tiredness, end the tour.

That is, always respect his pace. Interruption of the walk should also occur when he is irritated or afraid.

Gradually the cat can walk with you, always with the protection of the collar. Thus, it can acquire numerous benefits, such as burning calories, building muscles and improving blood circulation and well-being.

With these precautions, therefore, your cat can walk safely and without exposing itself to the risks of the street. That way, be sure to follow these steps and all these precautions to make your cat even happier!