If you live with a cat, you probably already know that they have a special weakness for computers. Your feline companion enjoys placing its claws on the keyboard or leaning directly on it, preventing you from finishing the task you were doing. However, even if it seems a touching gesture (because he just wants a little love and attention) he could end up breaking your computer or, worse still, hurting himself while he plays. Therefore, if you want to avoid any mishap, it is best to take action. Here we explain how to protect your computer if you live with one or more cats. Take note!
Keep your cat out of the work area
First, your pet must be out of the work area at all times. This is the easiest way to get your cat away from the computer. In addition, closing the door of the office or work area is a very simple way to separate a cat from a computer.
Some cats are very insistent when they want to enter a room. For this reason, this technique may not work if your feline scratches the door or meows constantly to access the office or work area.
Don’t put liquids near
Of course, if you cannot prevent your cat from being around, the least you should do is move any liquid away from your computer. Keep in mind that it could spill any liquid on your keyboard, seriously damaging your computer system.
If you need to drink something, put it in an airtight container and close it when you are not drinking. In this way, you will prevent your cat from spilling any liquid on the computer.
Put your computer away when you’re not using it
Close your laptop when you are not using it. This way, your cat won’t be able to sit on it or chew on the screen. However, even if you close the computer, your pet could scratch the case, so it is best to keep it in a place where your cat cannot access (such as a closet or a drawer).
Also, if your pet has a huge weakness for your computer, you could use a cat repellent. These sprays are completely harmless and are designed to prevent pets from climbing onto household furniture, such as a sofa or desk chair.
