Learn Your Cats Likes And Dislikes
A common remark from owners who are trying to train their cat is that it is like banging their head against a brick wall. I try to do what Im supposed to, but in all honesty its like the cat is training me to do what it wants, they will say. And although there is some truth in the suggestion that you have to give a little to get a little, it is important to remember that the only thing which really matters in terms of training a cat is that you get to the end result with a cat ... Read More »
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Is This A Good Time?
When you want your cat to behave in a sane, reasonable manner it is only right to teach it good behavior, and to give it the kind if conditions that allow it to feel loved and feel love in return this way, it is a lot less likely to react to things in a hostile manner. However, you do have to pick your moment with a cat, because trying to get the best response depends inherently on having the best conditions in which to train.
For one thing, it is a very bad idea to try to train a cat ... Read More »
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Humane Ways To Correct Problem Cat Behavior
It is certainly true that pain acts as a deterrent for just about any sentient creature. Therefore, if your cat has a tendency to exhibit problem behavior, it will become markedly less likely to do so if you inflict pain as a punishment. However, we have reached a stage where it is frowned upon for humans to use physical punishment as a way of correcting the behavior of their children so why would one do this to their cat?
Just because cats are smaller, not human, and have different laws, it does not make it OK to beat a cat ... Read More »
How To Litter Train A Kitten
Even if it is your intention to have your new kitten meet most of their toilet needs while outside, it is still worth litter training for instances when he or she cannot go outside. Litter training is an important disciplinary tool, which when used effectively can help save a house and its furnishings from being damaged by unsavoury mess.
The amount of time you will need to dedicate to litter training depends on your kittens lifestyle before they came to live with you. They may have already been through the fundamentals of litter training; it is important to check whether this ... Read More »
Problem Miaowing How To Hush Your Cat
We all love cats. They are endlessly entertaining, cute as anything, and despite what some people might think they are highly affectionate. Indeed, once you have got the friendship of a cat you are pretty much set for life with your pet. They are highly faithful animals. Thats not to say, though, that they cannot get on your nerves from time to time. Theres no harm in that, really. Humans do that. But sometimes it can become a problem if their behavior gets to a stage where they are more annoying than affectionate.
One of the more common problem behaviors with ... Read More »
How Noise Aversion Can Work For You
Training a cat does not need to be any more difficult than training a dog. In fact, you will find that as long as you are faithful to the principles of cat training and discipline, that your cat will respect your authority and behave more reasonably. However, it is important to remember that the conferment of this power should not be seen as licence to go overboard with the punishment.
One mistake that any pets owners make is in thinking that all old wives tales work because there is some truth in there, somewhere. When you think about it, a cat ... Read More »