Cats are picky about cleanliness, location and type of litter. Remember this, or your cat may choose to do his business in another spot in your house. Choosing a Litter Box—A full-size, easy-to-clean, plastic box is available at your pet store. Picking a Location—Choose a quiet, easily ... more >>

Proof Positive: Pets are Good for KidsIf you’re a parent, you know that the times when you look and feel and sound like your own parents – on their worst days – are inevitable. You try to stop it, but there it is, coming right out of your mouth, and at full volume: “Am I talking to the ... more >>

We cat lovers know that cats are exquisitely intelligent animals - but what, exactly, does intelligence imply? Too often a stereotype is constructed in which dogs are trained and cats are....well, pampered. But training cats can be useful and even fun, both for us and for our supercilious ... more >>

Although some cats will respond to positive reinforcement, most cats generally do better if they are working for food rewards. If you use soft moist cat food or dry food as a treat, you will lessen the chance of disturbing a properly balanced diet. If your cat has performed a certain task you ... more >>

Can you teach a cat tricks? In a word, yes! A "trick" can be any simple task that would come naturally to the cat (or dog, rabbit, parrot, even goldfish). Some examples for cats are sitting down, jumping through a low hoop, and retrieving a thrown toy. Although some cats admittedly are ... more >>

Scratching is a biological necessity for your cat. So you can't really punish her for clawing the furniture, unless you have provided her with an alternative like a scratching post. If your cat has already scratched something, cover it with plastic and she will likely turn to the post instead. ... more >>

Before flying with your cat, take the necessary steps to be fully prepared. Many necessities for air travel can be addressed long before leaving the ground. Book tickets according to seasonal temperature variances. Most airlines do not have temperature controlled cargo areas and do reserve ... more >>

Having cat behavior problems? Here are 5 correctable causes: Territory—Some cats will not use litter used by another cat. Multiple litter boxes are an option. Never have more than two cats per litter box. Litter Choice—Any cat may resist a new filler if it smells or feels different, so mix ... more >>

SprayingMany cats use urine to mark their territory. This behavior is called spraying. Instead of squatting and urinating in a puddle, the cat will raise its tail and squirt the urine backward toward the object it is trying to mark. Both males and females spray. As a rule, cats will start to ... more >>

Anne Gordon, author of Show Biz Tricks for Cats (Adams Media Corporation, 1996), says, “As a culture, we have an impression that cats should be off in a corner somewhere, lazing around. While cats are certainly different from dogs, they’re not all that aloof and independent.” When cats ... more >>

Cats are extraordinarily fastidious creatures. Outdoors, they tend to urinate and defecate in relatively open and previously unused areas. Unless they are spraying or marking - deliberately depositing the scent of their urine or feces as a chemical "autograph" for other cats - they carefully ... more >>

A kitten does not misbehave to make trouble. His behavior is largely based on instinct, and the way you react to your kitten will affect his habits for life.Remember that your kitten has feelings. He deserves kindness, good treatment, and responsible care. Kittens are sensitive to tone of ... more >>

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You can teach your cat to sit in less than 10 minutes. Of course, you’ll have to repeat the routine for your kitty to remember it. Repetition and consistency are the hallmarks of all good training.Place your cat on an elevated surface, such as a table. It may assist you if the cat’s back is ... more >>

Bring your cat or dog to you, and start calling out names. Keep in mind that most pet experts recommend naming your precious animals a one or two syllable name to ease the process. Some one syllable ... more >>

How to Train Your Cat to Stay off the Furniture The best way to stop the behavior, is to never let it stop, but if you're reading this article, it probably already has. When you aren't at home cover the felines favorite furniture with foil. They ... more >>

Schedule a physical for your cat. A vet can ensure that the problem lies with overeating and not something that requires a different treatment. While you're there, find out how much food your cat requires. ... more >>

Keep your pet indoors, perhaps in the garage or a back bedroom. Keep candy out of pets' reach. Chocolate is not recommended as a treat for your pet. Shiny wrappers are a temptation to your feathered ... more >>

Spend time bonding with your pet. If you want to change her behavior, she must first know what it's like when you're happy with her. Sometimes a new pet causes a lot of initial stress and you may find yourself in a state of impatience whenever ... more >>

Understand a cat's mindset so you can select effective training methods. Cats engage in behaviors that are pleasurable and avoid behaviors that produce unpleasant results. Refrain from punishing or ... more >>

Begin the leash training process with your cat inside the house before taking him outside. Choose a harness that isn't so loose that she could slip out of it or too tight that she's uncomfortable. ... more >>

Get The Cat's Attention - Even when it pretends to look half-asleep a cat can still see the tiniest flick of movement or hear the faintest of sounds in its vicinity. Cats are hunters after all so give it something to focus on like a quickly ... more >>

Register a purebred puppy that has no litter registration or that lacks two registered parents through the American Purebred Association (APA). Request application materials from the organization. See Resources. ... more >>

Fill the Sray Bottle with cold water Wait until the animal is doing the wrong thing Spray the cat or dog with the cold water ... more >>

Begin by teaching your cat to use a regular kitty box. If the kitty is littered train there is no way you can train him/her to use the toilet. Slowly begin moving his litter box closer to the ... more >>