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i bought and grew some cat grass and the cats are enjoying it but they keep pulling so hard on the grass that they are knocking over the whole container. Does anyone have any idea how I can keep it more stable.
 

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I had that same issue, I finally put it in a larger container with marbles, but then just started growing in a bigger container to begin with. He still pulls out the grass by the roots, but the container itself stays put better.
 
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This was just a kit from the store.
 

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Try putting it into a larger container with marbles or something surrounding and covering the original container, for weight :)
 
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I tried putting it in a bigger bowel but didn’t work might have to go bigger I guess
 
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She is still knocking it over after 2 bowel sizes up.
I also called my vet to ask them about what vitamins my cat might be lacking because she won’t stop earring the grass at all. And the vets place had no idea what I was talking about and didn’t know why i was giving my cat grass..... Holy cow they said to call back tomorrow when’s vet is there....
 

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The pot included with most kits are very lightweight so they're easily knocked over by cats :rolleyes: Either keep the pot away from the cats and give it to the cats on occasion or, instead of using a kit, buy cat grass seeds, potting mix, and a sturdier pot separately.
 

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You might try a change of food, is she getting canned? Try a different brand, sometimes cats eat grass because their tummy is a bit upset.
 

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Chewy has a kit that has a heavy base that will probably work: https://www.chewy.com/s?query=catnip & pet grass cat treats&nav-submit-button=

The Smart Cat's Kitty Garden. I got one and it's fairly heavy. Top row, second one over. I think LTS3 LTS3 has the best idea though. That's what I started doing. The grass seed is also on this link.

Furballsmom Furballsmom I've always heard that too but, I take Manny out for a walk everyday night and he eats grass every night. Once in a blue moon he'll throw up. Like maybe 2 or 3 times in the 2 and half years I've had him. I think some cats just like to eat grass. I had a Maine Coon that did the same thing. If I had 10 or 12 more like Manny I could sell my lawn mower! :lol: He gets wet food every night after his walk.
 
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They get feed both dry and wet every day. I did see the kit on chewy and might have to consider it.
 
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I ended up getting a brilliant idea we’re all brilliant ideas are born in the bathroom, .... anyways I used a small bungee cord and wrapped it around the upper layer of their cat tree. It’s not moving and still can get light.
 

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If you ever need something to help hold items down because of curious cats, I've found museum putty to be amazing. It is what museums use to secure their priceless breakables in case of earthquakes or bumpy patrons.

 
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