The best time to set good health habits is when your cat is young. By their second birthday, cats tend to slow down to a more leisurely pace and can become lazy and overweight. An overweight young cat is more likely to remain too heavy as they grow older, making them prone to weight-related problems such as arthritis or diabetes.
Regular physical activity can help your cat to maintain good health. So the more space and opportunity you give your young cat to enjoy playful exercise, the better.
You won’t overtire your cat if you play with him or her, as they will simply scamper off when they have had enough.