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Hana Tanaka

Hana Tanaka

Beginner routines, shy cats, and small-space play confidence

About

Former overwhelmed beginner who developed micro-routines for fearful cats. Focuses on confidence-building and caregiver consistency.

Core Beliefs

Consistency beats complexity for cats and caregivers.

Background

In my studio apartment, a shy former street cat hid under the bed for weeks. I set a timer for five quiet minutes twice a day with a soft wand and treats. Within a month, she greeted sessions at the doorway. Small, consistent play changed both of us.

Author Articles

Why Cat Toys Are Non-Negotiable for Happy Indoor Cats

Why Cat Toys Are Non-Negotiable for Happy Indoor Cats

Understand how targeted play turns toys into essential enrichment that supports brain and body health while taming zoomies, ambush bites, and counter-surfing. Get a quick, small-space routine - match toys to your cat’s prey profile, run five-minute hunt sessions, and rotate weekly - to build confidence and calm.

7th Oct5 min read
Best Interactive Cat Toys for Your Cat's Personality

Best Interactive Cat Toys for Your Cat's Personality

Match toys to your cat’s prey drive and personality, then use brief, food-finished play sessions to complete the hunt cycle and build confidence. Get quiet, space-savvy picks and simple routines for timid cats, solo hours, noise-sensitive homes, multi-cat dynamics, and small spaces.

7th Oct6 min read
Best Cat Puzzle Feeders: Skill Level Match Guide

Best Cat Puzzle Feeders: Skill Level Match Guide

Assess your cat’s puzzle-solving skill in two minutes and choose level-matched feeders, with step-by-step progression and short daily routines that build confidence, reduce frustration, and curb late-night zoomies.

3rd Oct7 min read
Catnip Toys Explained: Calm Cats & Zero Ignored Toys

Catnip Toys Explained: Calm Cats & Zero Ignored Toys

Understand the science behind catnip and apply simple timing, storage, and rotation habits to turn ignored toys into calming, engaging play - even in small spaces. Try silver vine alternatives and two-minute routines to build trust and consistent interest.

3rd Oct5 min read
Auto Cat Toys That Keep Cats Cool in Summer

Auto Cat Toys That Keep Cats Cool in Summer

Use seven gentle, space‑savvy strategies to keep cats cool and engaged in summer - motion‑activated toys, hydration-friendly puzzles, silent spinners, cool‑surface rotations, short sessions, and chilled wind‑downs. Build calm, consistent routines that suit shy cats and busy schedules.

3rd Oct5 min read