A Cat Friendly Holiday in Athens: Smart Tips for Pet Lovers
- Aerial Design and Build
- Dec 29, 2025
- 2 min read
December is here, and the festive season is upon us! While it’s a magical time for humans, it can be stressful for our feline friends. At Let’s Be Smart in Greece, we care deeply about every cat in Athens - both our sanctuary cats and your beloved pets. Here’s a practical, safe, and fun guide to making this holiday season comfortable and joyful for your cats.
1. Keep Your Cats Warm and Cozy
Even in Athens, December nights can be chilly. Cats love warm spots, so make sure your indoor cats - and any outdoor cats you care for - have access to heated beds, cozy blankets, or insulated spots near sunny windows. For outdoor cats, sheltered areas with dry bedding are essential.
Tip: Provide quiet corners where cats can retreat if the holiday noise becomes too much - think Christmas music, guests, or fireworks.
2. Festive Decorations: Safety First
Holiday décor can be hazardous for curious cats. Avoid tinsel, ribbons, small ornaments, and certain festive plants like poinsettias, holly, or mistletoe.
Safe alternatives:
Cat-safe tree ornaments
LED lights out of reach
Elevated perches for cats to observe the festivities safely
Tip: Always secure the Christmas tree base, and consider creating a “cat-free” zone around fragile decorations.
3. Holiday Treats & Snacks
Many traditional festive foods are toxic to cats, including chocolate, onions, garlic, grapes, and alcohol. Instead, treat your feline friend with:
Cat-safe festive treats (available in pet stores or DIY)
Puzzle feeders to make snack time fun
Extra play sessions as a “treat”
At Let’s Be Smart in Greece, we provide tasty treats to our sanctuary cats - consider donating to help provide the same cozy indulgence!
4. Enrichment & Activities
With more free time during the holidays, dedicate a few minutes each day to interactive play. Cats benefit from mental and physical stimulation, especially indoor cats. Ideas:
Hide treats around the home for them to find
Introduce new toys or rotate old favorites
Create safe spaces for climbing and observing
5. Gifts that Support Cats
Looking for the perfect gift for a cat lover? Consider:
Sponsoring a sanctuary cat
Purchasing merchandise from our Etsy shop
6. Celebrate & Share the Joy
Make this holiday season memorable for your feline friends.
From all of us at Let’s Be Smart in Greece, happy holidays - may your homes be warm, cozy, and full of purrs!
Together, we’re creating a kinder, safer world for cats - one paw at a time. Thank you for being part of the journey.
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