An obedient cat can obey its owner's instructions, and see if your "stupid cat" who is naughty and mischievous and excretes randomly will feel that there is a big difference. We also know that a well-behaved cat is not born, but It is developed through continuous training. I think many owners would like to train their cats but can’t find a way. So let’s introduce some basic methods of training cats.

Generally speaking, when the cat’s body grows and matures, it can be allowed to receive basic training after 2-3 months of age. It is best to do every training before feeding, because hungry cats are more willing and easier to get close to people. At the same time, in order to obtain food, cats will become more obedient and well-behaved. The training method of using food temptation is very effective.

1. Basic methods of training cats

1. Force

Forcing means using machinery Stimulating and threatening commands make the cat respond accurately. For example, when training a cat to lie down, the trainer will press the cat down with his hands while giving the "lie down" command, forcing the cat to lie down. After repeating this several times, the cat will soon form a conditioned reflex to lie down. . When using this method with cats, the intensity of stimulation must be controlled, because cats often feel self-righteous and will eat soft food rather than hard food.

2. Induction

Induction refers to using food, objects or the trainer's actions to induce the cat to perform a certain action. It is more suitable to use induction training method to train kittens.

3. Reward

Reward is to strengthen the cat’s correct actions, consolidate the formed conditioned reflex or regulate the cat’s neural activity state. The method of reward is Including food, praise and caress, etc. Reward and coercion must be combined to be effective. Every time the cat is forced to perform a correct action, a reward must be given immediately. The level of rewards should gradually increase with the difficulty of training. It should be noted that if the rewards are too frequent or the conditions are too low, it is easy for the kitten to develop a psychological habit of being disinterested in minor rewards.

4. Punishment

Including scolding, intimidation, beating, etc. Once a cat is found to have a certain bad habit, punishment methods should be used promptly. This will prevent the cat from feeling fearful or bored with the training.

2. Let the cat develop the habit of sleeping in a fixed place

First of all, prepare a pet nest or box for the cat before buying it back. , put cotton pads or grass inside, and if it is winter, put a hot water bottle or a nest in a warm place so that the cat can sleep in it every day.

If you find that the cat is unwilling When the cat goes back to the nest to sleep and goes to sleep in the human bed, the cat owner will say ""No" command, and at the same time put the cat back into its own nest, cover the box with a cover made of wire mesh, and force the cat to sleep inside. Repeated training several times in this way can gradually make the cat develop a fixed habit. A good habit of sleeping somewhere.

3. Correcting the abnormal feeding behavior of cats

Pica is an abnormal feeding behavior, which mainly manifests as Ingestion of substances other than normal food. For example, licking, chewing woolen socks, sweaters, or stealing indoor potted food when the owner is not present, etc. To correct pica, scare punishment can be used to induce aversive conditioned reflexes, such as catching mice. To intimidate cats such as traps and water spray guns. Place the mousetrap upside down (to prevent cats from being caught) next to woolen clothing or plants. When a cat approaches, the mousetrap pops up and makes a crackling sound, which can scare the cat away, or hold it in your hand. Stand in a hidden place with a water gun. When you see a cat having abnormal feeding behavior, immediately spray water on it. The cat will immediately run away when it is suddenly attacked. After doing this several times, the cat will be able to get rid of pica. In addition, some cats can also be used to compare Sensitive odor substances (such as deodorant, Lysol) are applied to clothing or food. When cats approach these foods, they will run away because they are disgusted with the food.

4. Training cats not to Scratching

For cats, jumping high, sharpening their claws, chewing plants, etc. are all normal behaviors. However, after living with humans, these behaviors are interpreted as Destructive behavior, this is a bit unfair. The best solution is not to ban it blindly, but to provide appropriate alternatives to meet the needs of cats.

Take claw grinding as an example In addition to grinding away old nails, claw grinding is also a visual mark to let other animals of the same species know that this is its territory. Therefore, livestock owners should provide a cat scratching board, which can be erected firmly on the floor. Or lean it against the wall at a 45-degree angle.

Cat scratching posts can be bought at general pet stores, or you can make them yourself. Just tie them with hemp rope and wrap them around the wooden board. Then scratch the cat Place the board near the place where cats sleep. They will want to scratch after getting up and stretching. If there are a large number of cats, you must prepare several more scratching boards. At the same time, you can also sprinkle water on the scratching boards every week. Add a small amount of wood that will excite cats to maintain their interest in the scratching post.

In addition, the cat’s nails should be trimmed at least every two weeks. If the cat is used to sitting on the sofa, To sharpen claws on cardboard, wood, wicker chairs, or leather items, you can prepare a spray gun filled with clean water. Whenever your cat wants to sharpen its claws on furniture other than the scratching post, spray it with the water gun several times. Later, smart cats will understand that sharpening their claws on furniture will result in terrible punishment, and will instead sharpen their claws on the cat scratching board. Similarly, water guns can also be used to train cats not to engage in other inappropriate behaviors.