Cat Querries and Responses on Training a Cat and More
Q: Can you train cats?
A: Yes, cat training is not as tough as the majority of cat owners think it is. Kitties may not be as attentive to training as canines are but they can be trained. Treats offered as positive reinforcement is assuredly the best procedure to successful cat training.
Q: Why and how do happy cats make a purring sound?
A: Grown cats purr because they are happy and contented and to play on the emotions of humans — Can you resist a purring kitty? Kittens purr in response to their mother cat’s purr to assist in bonding them. It is generally assumed that the purring is a vibration of the voicebox as air is pushed though it. It is also believed that purring is a voluntary action.
Q: What is the reason quite a few people are allergic to cats?
A: Cat allergies are caused by the proteins in cat dander originating from the cat’s saliva. The dander dries and becomes airborne. People with cat allergies develop an allergic reaction because their immune system is beginning to fight the enemy protein and creates histamines.
Q: How do you change unwanted cat behavior such as scratching?
A: The best way to curtail unwanted cat behavior is the same way the mother cat controls an errant kitten. This is by scuffing the cat. You firmly but gently grasp the cat by the scruff of the neck and hold it down until it calms down. You should do this at the time of the unwanted behavior.
Q: How do you litter train a cat?
A: You really shouldn’t have to do any training for a cat to make use of a litter box, but if your adult cat has started to avoid the litter pan you need to find out why. The cat may have a urinary tract infection in which case you need to visit the vet. If it is just too dirty you need to keep it cleaner. If you have started using litter you may have to change back or sprinkle a little catnip in the litter to attract the cat to the new litter.
Q: How do you keep cats off the kitchen counter?
A: This is the most asked about cat behavior problems and can be a tough one. Cats like high spots and they may find food or food odors on counters and tables. It is best to keep the surfaces clean and to use something like foil or double sided tape to keep cats off the tables.
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