Learn How to Train Cats

It is a fallacy that cats cannot be trained, particularly when it comes to scratching on the furniture in your home. With a little time and dedication, any cat can be trained not to claw furniture.

First, understand that cats were made to claw; they scratch on things in order to release the top layer of their nails, thus revealing sharper layers below. It would be unrealistic to train a cat not to claw at all. Rather, the trick is to teach them where it is appropriate to scratch, and where it is not acceptable.

Following these steps will help you teach your cat not to scratch on the furniture: Read the rest of this entry »

Training an Old Cat New Tricks

Just like humans, the older a cat is, the less likely training will be successful. Always begin training early in the kitten stages of feline development. A kitten is more active at this time and also more curious. So, you can teach your kitten to find a ball or jump over a small object more easily. Try not to teach your kitten tricks that are too far above their mental development levels. Kittens get confused. When kittens are confused, they stop, give you a particular tea-cup stare and you know they just don’t get it. Read the rest of this entry »

Training a cat to walk on a leash is a task that will require some dedication. It is not by any means difficult, but it does take a little time and energy. Be prepared to put a some time into it.

1. Firstly, make sure your cat loves to be around you. Try calling him over when you are on the other side of the room. If he loves to come over and be by you while you pet him and snuggle with him, then he should have no problem following you around either.
2. The second step is finding a treat that your cat loves. If you are a person that gives your kitty treats every day you will already know this step and it will be easy! Cats can be quite particular though, so before training with treats make sure he loves those little tasty morsels. You might have to try a few different flavors.
3. Thirdly, buy a leash and harness. Make sure the collar, or harness, is not one that just goes around your cat’s neck, it has to go around his stomach as well, and have a little clip on the back. This way, your cat can’t just wiggle right out of the collar if he decides to get flighty, like all cats do.

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So you want to train your cat to use the toilet? Toilet training a cat is not easy. Some people like to think of their cats as humans. But that doesn’t change that fact that cats are still of another species altogether. Their training should be specialized to suit their needs, mental abilities, and instincts. It takes time for them to develop good habits. One prime example is toilet-training. Expect to put in time, effort, and a lot of patience into this task. Remember that you are teaching your cat to be “domesticated” which is against their natural inclination.

Preparing for the Toilet Training

It is ideal to have two toilets inside the house if you want to train your cat. The first toilet can be for your usage while the second one can be for the cat. Your cat needs to get used to the height and strength of the flush of the water tank so if the two toilets have different specifications, don’t switch from one to another.
Also, take note that the cat should be at least six months old before undergoing toilet-training because they are continually growing. At some point, they need to balance themselves in the toilet seat. If they are used to using it when they were small, they might struggle once they get bigger. Read the rest of this entry »