Cat training can be a very frustrating process for those who are not experienced, or at least familiar with the process. Cats are very independent animals, so quite often they do not take to training simply to please their owner as a dog might.

Kitten training is much easier than training an adult cat. If you train a cat while it is young, the cat will remember the training throughout its adult life. There are many ways in which cats can be trained. Contact a professional or visit your local library for advice on training your cat.

When looking for ways to reward your cat while training, try using treats instead of toys. Although like both, treats can be given quickly whereas toys can sometimes be a distraction. You would unlikely be able to continue training if your cat wanted to continue playing with his toy. Remember. short training sessions are best due to the short attention span of a cat.

Cat training should begin with simple tasks, getting your cat to raise its front paws for a treat is fairly simple, simply wait until the cat is sitting, then hold the treat close above their head. The cat will fairly naturally reach up for the treat.

If you do this consistently for a few days you'll start to see your cat raise its paws to your hand whenever it is near their head, then they will do this when they want a treat. A similar method works well if you want your cat to lay down.

To train a cat, place a treat close to and in front of their paws while they are sitting. They will naturally lay down to get the treat. Reward them quickly at first, then delaying the reward with each correct task. Over time, your cat can be trained to lay down and wait for her treat.

Introducing verbal commands should be done after the cat has learned the behaviour. Simply say the command each time the cat performs the desired action. As you repeat this process consistently over time the cat will learn to associate the verbal command with the action and will obey.

You and your cat will both be happier if your cat is well trained. The key to cat training is to have fun with it; if you aren't enjoying it, the cat probably won't pick up what it's supposed to learn. If you don't feel that you're making any progress, stop the training efforts for a while and start again later. The training will be more effective that way.

 

Kitten training is much easier than training an adult cat. Cat training while young helps the cat remember. To train a cat to raise his front paws for a treat, simply hold the treat and reach above his head while he is sitting. In order to get the treat, he will naturally raise his paws. Introducing verbal commands should be done after the cat has learned the behaviour. Simply say the command when the cat performs the desired action. As you repeat this process the cat will learn to associate the verbal command with the action and will obey. Both you and your cat can find the training experience rewarding.

 

Source: Julia Camden