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Cat training can be difficult. Cats are independent and often resist following directions from their human masters. While this makes cat training a challenge, it is by no means impossible. At first it may seem as though your cat is too independent and stubborn to change, you will have success in training if you consistently follow proven strategies and follow through by giving rewards and punishments.
Although cats are extremely intelligent, they do not understand the principle of cause and effect like humans do. In order to effectively correct a problem with cat behavior, it is important to take action immediately. Otherwise, the cat will not be able to connect its behavior with your response.
Kitten training is the art of enhancing your cat though instilling a completely different behavior. Kitten training is effective because cats are very much receptive to positive reinforcements. For instance, if your brand new pair of slippers attracts your cat, divert your pet's attention and provide a toy to play with instead.
As with almost all pets, cats will respond to cat training well if there is a reward tied to their good behavior. Purchase your cat's favorite treats and be sure to reward your cat with one whenever good behavior is observed. It can also be helpful to reward your cat with your affection. Many times a cuddle or affectionate pat can be just as effective.
Though you may be thinking that your cat is disobeying you purposefully you must never harm them for any reason. Both your cat training and your relationship with your cat as a pet will be negatively effected by physical punishment. Make sure that you focus on training that reinforces positively, and at the same time is not cruel to your pet.
You can't herd cats, but you can change their behavior with the right approach. Never be aggressive with your pet; stay calm, and speak in a soft, encouraging manner. This way, you'll not only get the results you want, but your relationship with your cat will improve and benefit you both.
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Cats are incredibly intelligent animals, but they do not understand the principle of cause and effect as humans do. When you observe a cat behavior problem, it is imperative to take action immediately.
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Although cats are extremely intelligent, they do not understand the principle of cause and effect like humans do. In order to effectively correct a problem with cat behavior, it is important to take action immediately. Otherwise, the cat will not be able to connect its behavior with your response.
Kitten training is the art of enhancing your cat though instilling a completely different behavior. Kitten training is effective because cats are very much receptive to positive reinforcements. For instance, if your brand new pair of slippers attracts your cat, divert your pet's attention and provide a toy to play with instead.
As with almost all pets, cats will respond to cat training well if there is a reward tied to their good behavior. Purchase your cat's favorite treats and be sure to reward your cat with one whenever good behavior is observed. It can also be helpful to reward your cat with your affection. Many times a cuddle or affectionate pat can be just as effective.
Though you may be thinking that your cat is disobeying you purposefully you must never harm them for any reason. Both your cat training and your relationship with your cat as a pet will be negatively effected by physical punishment. Make sure that you focus on training that reinforces positively, and at the same time is not cruel to your pet.
You can't herd cats, but you can change their behavior with the right approach. Never be aggressive with your pet; stay calm, and speak in a soft, encouraging manner. This way, you'll not only get the results you want, but your relationship with your cat will improve and benefit you both.
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Cats are incredibly intelligent animals, but they do not understand the principle of cause and effect as humans do. When you observe a cat behavior problem, it is imperative to take action immediately.
Cats do most of their meowing when they want something but they do occasionally meow to say hello. (Mine usually meows 'hello' when I arrive home from work. Although if I am late it is generally more of a 'Where the hell have you been I am starving' than a friendly greeting!).
It is estimated that cats have roughly 100 vocal sounds and that they reserve all of them for communication with their owners. (They very rarely meow at other cats.) It can take a while but, if you listen to the different types of meow, you'll begin to pick up on what each one means (much like the different cries of a baby). As I mentioned before, they usually meow when they want something and the most common reasons for meowing is to say:
* I'm Hungry
* I want to go out
* I want to come in
* I want some attention
* Help!
Each of these meows will be different and some are easier to understand than others. The "I am hungry" meow is usually easy to work out as cats a pretty good at standing by their empty food bowl or the cupboard their food is kept in when they make this noise.
All of the sounds need to be evaluated alongside your cat's body language and facial expression. Over time, as you get familiar with your kitty, you'll be able to recognise what each meow means. If all else fails, just ask them what they want!
Constant Meowing
Some cat species meow a lot more than others (e.g. Siamese), but all do it to get your attention. And while most just do it when they want something in particular, some cats just meow constantly and for no apparent reason. This can be a major problem, especially if it occurs at night or early in the morning when you're trying to sleep.
Stopping Contant Meowing
Firstly, make sure that your cat isn't meowing due to an illness or medical problem. Cats do meow to communicate, not just to demand things, so illness should be ruled out first of all.
However, most cats who constantly meow are doing so because they're trying to tell you something. Please bear in mind that your cat doesn't meow just to annoy you and the quicker you can figure out the reasons for the noise, the quicker it will stop. Here a few a few things you can try:
* Feed on a regular basis.
Try and feeding your cat at set times/regular intervals so they can anticipate when they're next going to eat. You can also try leaving down the dry cat food/biscuits so that your cat can nibble whenever they get hungry. However, if you cat has a tendency to over-eat, this may not be wise.
* Install a cat flap.
Most cats can never make up their minds if they want to be in or outside. My cat is in heaven during the summer when I can leave the back door open and he can wander in and out at much as he pleases. If your cat is always in and out, a cat flap is a great option. They are fairly cheap and easy to install and you buy ones which have magnets on them so only YOUR cat can get in.
* Play.
Some cats meow a lot because they want some attention and affection. Stroke and play with your cat often to keep them from feeling lonely or neglected.
* Discipline.
Don't let your cat drive you round the bend with excessive meowing - take charge. You can either ignore them which will eventually make them stop if you don't give in (very hard to do!) or you can try the old favourites of a squirt with a water spray or a firm 'NO' and a clap of the hands. Eventually your kitty will realize that constant meowing will get them nowhere. Please ensure you remember to praise your cat and give extra attention to them when they're not meowing.
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It is estimated that cats have roughly 100 vocal sounds and that they reserve all of them for communication with their owners. (They very rarely meow at other cats.) It can take a while but, if you listen to the different types of meow, you'll begin to pick up on what each one means (much like the different cries of a baby). As I mentioned before, they usually meow when they want something and the most common reasons for meowing is to say:
* I'm Hungry
* I want to go out
* I want to come in
* I want some attention
* Help!
Each of these meows will be different and some are easier to understand than others. The "I am hungry" meow is usually easy to work out as cats a pretty good at standing by their empty food bowl or the cupboard their food is kept in when they make this noise.
All of the sounds need to be evaluated alongside your cat's body language and facial expression. Over time, as you get familiar with your kitty, you'll be able to recognise what each meow means. If all else fails, just ask them what they want!
Constant Meowing
Some cat species meow a lot more than others (e.g. Siamese), but all do it to get your attention. And while most just do it when they want something in particular, some cats just meow constantly and for no apparent reason. This can be a major problem, especially if it occurs at night or early in the morning when you're trying to sleep.
Stopping Contant Meowing
Firstly, make sure that your cat isn't meowing due to an illness or medical problem. Cats do meow to communicate, not just to demand things, so illness should be ruled out first of all.
However, most cats who constantly meow are doing so because they're trying to tell you something. Please bear in mind that your cat doesn't meow just to annoy you and the quicker you can figure out the reasons for the noise, the quicker it will stop. Here a few a few things you can try:
* Feed on a regular basis.
Try and feeding your cat at set times/regular intervals so they can anticipate when they're next going to eat. You can also try leaving down the dry cat food/biscuits so that your cat can nibble whenever they get hungry. However, if you cat has a tendency to over-eat, this may not be wise.
* Install a cat flap.
Most cats can never make up their minds if they want to be in or outside. My cat is in heaven during the summer when I can leave the back door open and he can wander in and out at much as he pleases. If your cat is always in and out, a cat flap is a great option. They are fairly cheap and easy to install and you buy ones which have magnets on them so only YOUR cat can get in.
* Play.
Some cats meow a lot because they want some attention and affection. Stroke and play with your cat often to keep them from feeling lonely or neglected.
* Discipline.
Don't let your cat drive you round the bend with excessive meowing - take charge. You can either ignore them which will eventually make them stop if you don't give in (very hard to do!) or you can try the old favourites of a squirt with a water spray or a firm 'NO' and a clap of the hands. Eventually your kitty will realize that constant meowing will get them nowhere. Please ensure you remember to praise your cat and give extra attention to them when they're not meowing.
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If you are not familiar with cat training, it can be a very frustrating and slow process. Cats are naturally highly independent animals by instinct; unlike dogs, praise is usually not enough of a reward for them when being trained.
The easiest time to train a cat is when it is a kitten, since it allows you to establish routines while they are young and maintain consistency into their adult life. Cat training can be done in many ways, so it is a good idea to consult a professional or a book for advice on the best methods.
Cats enjoy treats and toys as rewards. Treats can be given easily and are quick responses to correct behavior. Toys, on the other hand, can become a distraction if you want to keep training and the cat wants to continue playing. When training a cat, remember to work in short sessions as the cat's brain is very small and they have a short attention spans.
When you decide to train your cat, start with simple things. To teach your cat to raise his front paws for a treat simply hold the treat within paws reach above his head while he is sitting. In order to get the treat, he will naturally raise his paws and grab at it.
Repeat this action regularly on a daily basis. Soon your feline will put its paw in the air to meet yours as it approaches their cranium. Soon the same action will occur to receive a reward. This process can also be used to train your animal to sit.
Simply wait until they are sitting, then hold a treat close to them between their front paws. They will fairly naturally lay down to get the treat. At first give it to them right away, then hold it longer and longer. After some consistent work at this, the cat can be trained to lay down and wait until you give the treat.
After the cat learns the behavior, introduce verbal commands associated with that behavior. Consistently verbalize the command after every time the cat performs the action. As this process is repeated over time, the cat learns to identify and associate the command with the desired behavior.
Both you and your cat can find the training experience rewarding. Important to remember is that if you are not having fun with it, then it probably isn't working. If you get frustrated, take a break. If you start again when you are both in a better mood, you will make progress, and faster as well.
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Because cats are more independent creatures people often think they can't be trained. Although the methods may be different than with other animals, it is actually easy to train a cat.
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The easiest time to train a cat is when it is a kitten, since it allows you to establish routines while they are young and maintain consistency into their adult life. Cat training can be done in many ways, so it is a good idea to consult a professional or a book for advice on the best methods.
Cats enjoy treats and toys as rewards. Treats can be given easily and are quick responses to correct behavior. Toys, on the other hand, can become a distraction if you want to keep training and the cat wants to continue playing. When training a cat, remember to work in short sessions as the cat's brain is very small and they have a short attention spans.
When you decide to train your cat, start with simple things. To teach your cat to raise his front paws for a treat simply hold the treat within paws reach above his head while he is sitting. In order to get the treat, he will naturally raise his paws and grab at it.
Repeat this action regularly on a daily basis. Soon your feline will put its paw in the air to meet yours as it approaches their cranium. Soon the same action will occur to receive a reward. This process can also be used to train your animal to sit.
Simply wait until they are sitting, then hold a treat close to them between their front paws. They will fairly naturally lay down to get the treat. At first give it to them right away, then hold it longer and longer. After some consistent work at this, the cat can be trained to lay down and wait until you give the treat.
After the cat learns the behavior, introduce verbal commands associated with that behavior. Consistently verbalize the command after every time the cat performs the action. As this process is repeated over time, the cat learns to identify and associate the command with the desired behavior.
Both you and your cat can find the training experience rewarding. Important to remember is that if you are not having fun with it, then it probably isn't working. If you get frustrated, take a break. If you start again when you are both in a better mood, you will make progress, and faster as well.
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Because cats are more independent creatures people often think they can't be trained. Although the methods may be different than with other animals, it is actually easy to train a cat.
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Children benefit a lot from being in charge of a pet. Cats and children go well together. Cats will give children a sense of responsibility and comfort, and are a healthy supplement to a child's wellbeing.
Growing up with cats as pets is definitely great for your child. A different experience of learning respect for animals and the importance of affection is also learned. Presenting cats as gift-pets would really make your child happy. When you do this, you will be assigning your child a gift for always.
When you are looking for tips on how to bring out the best between your child and the pet, this article can be helpful.
Show to your child the proper way of handling cats. Young people may be very excited and it could be they will not be able to take care of the cat well. Your job is to teach them proper way of caring for the cat. With this, you would not only teach him or her concern for animals but better life skills.
Be a guide between cats and children. If it is your child's first time to experience having a pet, teach your child why a new pet acts somewhat aloof, so that he or she would understand.
Tell your child some facts about animals. This could make your child understand what are some important traits about cats; this would let them become able to care for pets.
Discourage your child from playing roughly with the cats. This would be dangerous. Cats may find rough play to be hostile; the animal may use its paws and other parts of the body that can hurt your child.
Demonstrate the use of cat toys, because they are better than playing roughly with your cat.
Let your child understand the importance of why animals sleep and how she could help in letting them sleep.
Remind your child the importance of not letting the cats to stay indoors. To keep their pets safe, it is necessary that your child learns how to protect the cat from any untoward incident.
These are things you have to practice about building and keeping relationship with cats and children as a plausible source of emotional growth.
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Thousands of families every day bring new kittens home, an exciting events for parents and children alike. The parents spend hours ensuring that everything is set for the new cat's arrival. The kitty's bed is covered with soft, fluffy blankets to ensure that it has a comfortable place to sleep. The proper food is purchased and the right toys procured. The little kitty comes home to oohs and aahs... and then she reaches up and chomps on Daddy's nose, and it becomes clear that not everything is going to be perfect after all.
This is obviously not a human baby but a kitten. These cute furballs are much more likely to enjoy playing with your flowers and furniture than with those toys that you painstakingly picked out for her. So how do you deal with your new kitty's behavior?
You can find several kitten training books in the market on how humans can train cats. To be informed about the varieties of kitten misbehaviors such as aggression, knowing about the misbehaviors of them constantly jumping out from under the couch, attacking your legs every time you walk by, scratching the furniture, climbing drapes and shower curtains, jumping onto the kitchen table and counter tops and improper elimination, to gather all these knowledge about these clean and gentle animals you will need to get a good deal and a good kitten training book.
Search for kitten training books that will look at common bad behaviors in cats and give suggestions on how to deal with each. Scouring the bookstore in your hometown may not yield many results, but browsing the Internet is sure to give you many results and a good selection of books to choose from.
Don't be fooled, pet training isn't just for dogs. Cats can be trained too. Training your cat can really improve your relationship with your pet. These training methods can be especially helpful to keeping your home clean and beautiful by eliminating poor pet behavior that can lead to damage of your furnishings and personal belongings. If your cat is making your home miserable, don't give up on your pet. Consider training it to be a loving family member and you will both be less frustrated and much happier.
There are many excellent kitten training books out there. Get a good one and you will be ready to work with your kitten from the start. You will need to read the book carefully to make sure that you are training the cat properly. The rewards of a well-trained cat, however, are considerable. You and your cat will be much happier for a long time to come, and thus your cat will be much likely to remain with you and your family for many years.
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Bringing home a new member of the family is always a very special, exciting event. But when that special someone is a kitten, the transition can be rough! Many kitten training books are available to help you. Be sure the book you choose covers aggression, scratching furniture, and eliminating improper behavior.
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This is obviously not a human baby but a kitten. These cute furballs are much more likely to enjoy playing with your flowers and furniture than with those toys that you painstakingly picked out for her. So how do you deal with your new kitty's behavior?
You can find several kitten training books in the market on how humans can train cats. To be informed about the varieties of kitten misbehaviors such as aggression, knowing about the misbehaviors of them constantly jumping out from under the couch, attacking your legs every time you walk by, scratching the furniture, climbing drapes and shower curtains, jumping onto the kitchen table and counter tops and improper elimination, to gather all these knowledge about these clean and gentle animals you will need to get a good deal and a good kitten training book.
Search for kitten training books that will look at common bad behaviors in cats and give suggestions on how to deal with each. Scouring the bookstore in your hometown may not yield many results, but browsing the Internet is sure to give you many results and a good selection of books to choose from.
Don't be fooled, pet training isn't just for dogs. Cats can be trained too. Training your cat can really improve your relationship with your pet. These training methods can be especially helpful to keeping your home clean and beautiful by eliminating poor pet behavior that can lead to damage of your furnishings and personal belongings. If your cat is making your home miserable, don't give up on your pet. Consider training it to be a loving family member and you will both be less frustrated and much happier.
There are many excellent kitten training books out there. Get a good one and you will be ready to work with your kitten from the start. You will need to read the book carefully to make sure that you are training the cat properly. The rewards of a well-trained cat, however, are considerable. You and your cat will be much happier for a long time to come, and thus your cat will be much likely to remain with you and your family for many years.
About the Author
Bringing home a new member of the family is always a very special, exciting event. But when that special someone is a kitten, the transition can be rough! Many kitten training books are available to help you. Be sure the book you choose covers aggression, scratching furniture, and eliminating improper behavior.
Giving a cat a pill can be a nightmare. No cat wants something shoved down his throat, and he will fight you tooth and nail to prevent it. Although most cats are small in size, you'd be quite amazed with how much power they actually have. There are ways that you can get your cat to take his pills, which we will cover below.
The easiest way to give a cat pill is to crush the power into a powdery form by putting it between two spoons. Once the pill is powder, mix it in with some wet cat food. Cats that are used to eating dry cat food will see the wet food and think of it as a treat. They will normally eat it up, unaware that they just took their medicine.
If the medicine happens to be in capsule form, all you have to do is pry the capsule apart then sprinkle the medicine on some wet food and serve it to your pet. If the food also contains the pill or if your pet is sick, chances are he won't eat it. In this event, you should look into a pet piller. You can get these handy devices from your veterinarian. They are plastic rods that hold the pill until you press a plunger. When you get one, you should always get a long one with a softer tip.
When you get your gun, your vet should show you how to use it. The most difficult aspect of using the gun is getting your cat to open his mouth. The gun will more or less shoot the pill in the cat's mouth, and down his throat. You'll need to hold him tight, to make sure that he doesn't wiggle his way loose. Once you have his mouth open, you'll need to squeeze the trigger and pull the gun away quickly. After the pill has been inserted, make sure you give your cat a treat.
If you aren't comfortable using the gun, you can always try giving your cat his pills by hand. To do it this way, you'll need to hold your cat still, and open his mouth with your hand. Once you have his mouth open, you should aim for the back of his throat and throw the pill in. Once it is in his mouth, you should close his mouth with your hand and hold it shut for a few moments. This way, your cat will swallow the pill if he hasn't already.
If you can't get any of the above techniques to work, you can always go to a local pharmacy and get them to a make flavored gel or liquid using your cats medication. You should use this as a last resort though, as it can tend to get expensive.
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As a cat owner there are certain things you should be watching for. Cats are just like us, they have times when they feel good and times when they just don't feel good and times when they are sick. You should know your cat well enough to spot these different symptoms. After all your cat can't tell you but his actions should give you plenty warning.
Here's a list of common health problems that may affect your cat.
As cats get older just like people they become less active. They tend to stay home more, become less energetic and may not eat regularly. If it's eating habits change drastically it could be a sign of diabetes. Watch his drinking and urination habits, if he goes to the bathroom more often than normal and always seems to be thirsty its time take him to the friendly neighborhood vet for a check up.
Changing your cats diet may cause a sever case of diarrhea. If this happens you can keep him on the same diet and see if it continues after a few days or go back to the original food source. In either case if the diarrhea continues its probably due to something else, a virus or some other infection. If this is the case it's time to seek professional help.
Cats can also contract FIV. Somewhat similar to HIV, the dreaded disease contacted by humans. The only way you can be sure this never happens is to keep your cat in there house so he never comes in contact with other cats that may pass along this disease. This is the only way you can truly keep you cat safe from the numerous ailments that can be passed along from other felines. FIV can be disastrous for your cat. If suspected you should again seek professional help to avoid losing your pet.
If your cat begins to throw up the first thing you should take note of is; does this happen after he eats certain foods? His system just like ours changes, what once had no affect can change due to age or metabolism, if after eating certain foods he vomits, change his diet to see if it helps. He may have developed an allergy that he didn't have before. Another reason might be the common hairball. Brush his coat frequently to remove loose hairs and the problem may disappear. Throwing up can lead to dehydration. Try to get your cat to drink plenty of fluids to avoid this problem.
When your pet is a cat, as with any other animal, observation is your best weapon. Watch him and observe his habits. When you notice a difference try to figure out the cause, it might be something simple or it might be something serious. As the owner you have to decide when it's time to take serious action. Your cat is depending on you. Don't let him down.
I'm a pet lover, if my observations help just one pet lead a better, more healthful life, then I'm happy. If you would like to learn more visit my site " Pet Paradise " at: http://zzd.in/cats
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Here's a list of common health problems that may affect your cat.
As cats get older just like people they become less active. They tend to stay home more, become less energetic and may not eat regularly. If it's eating habits change drastically it could be a sign of diabetes. Watch his drinking and urination habits, if he goes to the bathroom more often than normal and always seems to be thirsty its time take him to the friendly neighborhood vet for a check up.
Changing your cats diet may cause a sever case of diarrhea. If this happens you can keep him on the same diet and see if it continues after a few days or go back to the original food source. In either case if the diarrhea continues its probably due to something else, a virus or some other infection. If this is the case it's time to seek professional help.
Cats can also contract FIV. Somewhat similar to HIV, the dreaded disease contacted by humans. The only way you can be sure this never happens is to keep your cat in there house so he never comes in contact with other cats that may pass along this disease. This is the only way you can truly keep you cat safe from the numerous ailments that can be passed along from other felines. FIV can be disastrous for your cat. If suspected you should again seek professional help to avoid losing your pet.
If your cat begins to throw up the first thing you should take note of is; does this happen after he eats certain foods? His system just like ours changes, what once had no affect can change due to age or metabolism, if after eating certain foods he vomits, change his diet to see if it helps. He may have developed an allergy that he didn't have before. Another reason might be the common hairball. Brush his coat frequently to remove loose hairs and the problem may disappear. Throwing up can lead to dehydration. Try to get your cat to drink plenty of fluids to avoid this problem.
When your pet is a cat, as with any other animal, observation is your best weapon. Watch him and observe his habits. When you notice a difference try to figure out the cause, it might be something simple or it might be something serious. As the owner you have to decide when it's time to take serious action. Your cat is depending on you. Don't let him down.
I'm a pet lover, if my observations help just one pet lead a better, more healthful life, then I'm happy. If you would like to learn more visit my site " Pet Paradise " at: http://zzd.in/cats
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