Complete Cat Training

When most people think about animal obedience work, cats aren’t usually the first candidates to spring to mind.

We tend to associate cats with words like aloof, independent, and laid back – they seem to focus on doing what they want, pretty much as and when they feel like it.

You might be excused for thinking that this isn’t really ideal training material!

However – there’s an ever-increasing number of people who are deriving a great deal of pleasure from training their cats in basic and advanced obedience work and tricks (from sit, stay, come to jumping through hoops, twirling, and high-fiving) - and what’s more, they’re convinced that their cats enjoy it, too!

The benefits of training your cat

Just because cats typically lead solitary, individual lives doesn’t mean that they necessarily want to do so.

In fact, many cats are incredibl affectionate and loving by nature – they just need you to demonstrate your leadership and initiate the rapport-building process.

Cats are often underestimated when it comes to the training process, simply because the average owner has very little need to attempt any sort of training at all. Unlike with dogs (whose ability to learn is very well documented) there’s no need to train cats in the basics of pet protocol like house training and bathing.

Consequently, relatively few people are aware of their cat’s abilities in this area.

Training your cat is a fantastic way to enrich your cat’s life:

- It builds a strong rapport between you and your cat
- Because training underlines your authority (your cat has to do what you want to get what he wants), it helps to curb dominant behavior
- It keeps your cat’s mind active and stimulated
- It’s great interactive play, and teaches good social skills
- Anxious and highly-strung cats are reassured and soothed by the repetition and routine of training

So how do I train my cat?

There are two popular methods of training a cat: target training and clicker training. A brief rundown of each:

- Target training is where you attract your cat’s attention and then obtain desired behaviors through the use of a designated tool. For example, during the ‘beg’ command, a particular target training tool called a training wand is used to attract the cat’s attention upwards, and to encourage the cat to rise up on his haunches and ‘beg’.

- Clicker training is a form of operant conditioning (which is where the animal is taught to form a conscious association between a specific behavior and a result.) A small mechanical noise-maker (the ‘clicker’) is used by the trainer to create a short, distinct noise. The clicker is clicked at the precise moment that the cat performs a desired behavior – for example, during ‘sit’, the clicker is clicked at the very instant that the cat’s bottom touches the ground. Directly after the click, the cat is fed a small and tasty treat. With repetition, the cat grows to associate the click with the food, and recognizes his own ability to earn treats by performing the desired action on command. The clicker is a particularly valued training tool because it allows the trainer to pinpoint the exact behavior that’s being rewarded: without the clicker, it’s too easy for the cat to form associations between the treat and a completely unrelated behavior (since it’s impossible to feed the cat a treat at the precise moment that he’s performing a trick.)

Practical tips for training your cat

- Remember to be patient. Your cat is an individual, with his own abilities and preferences. He will pick up some tricks quickly, but may struggle with others. Make allowances for his personality, and don’t lose your temper if it doesn’t go exactly according to schedule.

- If you’re free-feeding your cat (leaving food out at all times for him to eat as and when he feels like it), stop doing this. Enforcing a feeding schedule has two main benefits: it increases the reward-value of food treats as training devices, and also introduces a semblance of routine into your cat’s life (which, believe it or not, most cats actually prefer.)

- Train smart. If you’re using food treats (which is highly recommended to achieve the desired results) then schedule training sessions for just before mealtimes: your cat’s natural desire for food at his regular mealtime will sharpen his focus and increase his desire to obey you (so he can get a treat.)
- Take baby steps. When training your cat, it’s best to build up a solid foundation of the basics before attempting to expand his repertoire.

- Cats have pretty short attention spans, and low boredom thresholds. Keep lessons short and interesting – and always try to end on a positive note.

An example of successful cat training in action

Training your cat to ‘sit’ on command

‘Sit’ is a great basic command for your cat to know, because it serves as the foundation for a number of other, more advanced tricks and commands (for example, ‘stay’, ‘beg’, and ‘high five’.)

- Make your training wand extra-effective by smearing the tip in a little tuna oil, and use it to attract your cat’s attention (wave it around, trail it past his face, etc.)

- Once he’s come over to you, place the wand just over his head, so that it’s slightly behind the crown of his head.

- He will tilt his head back to keep his eyes on it. When he does this, he will naturally sit down (since otherwise, his neck can’t bend back far enough to allow him to keep watching the training wand.)

- As he sits down, say the word ‘Sit’, which will be the verbal cue for this command (your cat will grow to associate the command with the act of sitting, and eventually will learn to sit down whenever you ask him to.)

- As soon as his bottom touches the ground, click the clicker. It’s important that you time this precisely.

- Directly after clicking, give him a small food treat. Make sure it’s cut up very small – if it takes him more than two seconds to eat it, he’ll forget why you gave it to him.

- Repeat this process a few more times, and over the next few weeks, keep doing so until he’s comfortable with what’s expected of him. When he’s able to sit down on command, you can phase the clicker out – but still give treats sporadically (interestingly, if you treat every single time that he performs a command, he’s actually less likely to reliably obey that command. Keeping him on his toes seems to increase the likelihood of obedience!)

Further training

For step-by-step advice on how to train your cat in a huge variety of other obedience commands and tricks (from ‘stay’ to ‘play dead’ to ‘fetch’), check out the Complete Cat Training book – it’s full of training how-to’s, as well as a huge amount of detailed information on solving problem behaviors, cat psychology, and how to develop a more rewarding relationship with your cat.

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Training your cat to use the toilet is becoming more and more popular. The benefits of having a toilet-trained cat can be well worth the training effort. Can you imagine:

Never buying cat litter again?
Never cleaning a litter box?
No grit on the floor?
No smell?

You too can enjoy the litter-free life!

Here’s a Great video by Julie Soller Explaining how to Toilet Train your Cat

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Clicker training , the science-based system of teaching behavior with positive reinforces and a marker signal, is becoming immensely popular, world-wide, with some dog owners and trainers, while still being rejected by others. It seems so alien, so different from traditional training , that many are very reluctant to try this new system on their already well-trained dogs. Why not leave your dogs out of the picture for the time being, and explore the clicker experience for yourself, with an animal you don’t really need or expect reliable performance from: Your cat.

Catching something cute

Clicker training doesn’t always have to be a project. One of the most delightful things to do with the clicker is just to reward your cat for the amusing little things cats do on their own. How do you begin? Keep a clicker handy, and notify the cat when it’s doing something cute. Keep a few dry treats in your pocket or in a jar in each room, so you have something with which to pay the cat. If you don’t have a clicker handy, use a mouth click; if you don’t have a treat, you can go get one afterwards. Marking the action as it happens is the crucial element.

What do you click? Anything. The cat rolls over? Click. The cat pats a ball and sends it rolling? Click. The cat leaps sideways? Click. The cat chases its tail? Click! By and by the cat will begin doing the behavior on purpose, hoping to make you click. “See me? I’m rolling over.” “See me? I’m doing my Sit.” Good! Click!

Written by Karen Pryor , the founder and CEO of Karen Pryor Clicker Gear Store

When most people think about animal obedience work, cats aren’t usually the first candidates to spring to mind.

We tend to associate cats with words like aloof, independent, and laid back – they seem to focus on doing what they want, pretty much as and when they feel like it.

You might be excused for thinking that this isn’t really ideal training material!

However – there’s an ever-increasing number of people who are deriving a great deal of pleasure from training their cats in basic and advanced obedience work and tricks (from sit, stay, come to jumping through hoops, twirling, and high-fiving) - and what’s more, they’re convinced that their cats enjoy it, too!

The benefits of training your cat

Just because cats typically lead solitary, individual lives doesn’t mean that they necessarily want to do so.

In fact, many cats are incredible affectionate and loving by nature – they just need you to demonstrate your leadership and initiate the rapport-building process.

Cats are often underestimated when it comes to the training process, simply because the average owner has very little need to attempt any sort of training at all. Unlike with dogs (whose ability to learn is very well documented) there’s no need to train cats in the basics of pet protocol like house training and bathing.

Consequently, relatively few people are aware of their cat’s abilities in this area.

Training your cat is a fantastic way to enrich your cat’s life:

•  It builds a strong rapport between you and your cat

•  Because training underlines your authority (your cat has to do what you want to get what he wants), it helps to curb dominant behavior

• It keeps your cat’s mind active and stimulated

• It’s great interactive play, and teaches good social skills

• Anxious and highly-strung cats are reassured and soothed by the repetition and routine of training

So how do I train my cat?

There are two popular methods of training a cat: target training and clicker training. A brief rundown of each:

•  Target training is where you attract your cat’s attention and then obtain desired behaviors through the use of a designated tool. For example, during the ‘beg’ command, a particular target training tool called a training wand is used to attract the cat’s attention upwards, and to encourage the cat to rise up on his haunches and ‘beg’.

•  Clicker training is a form of operant conditioning (which is where the animal is taught to form a conscious association between a specific behavior and a result.) A small mechanical noise-maker (the ‘clicker’) is used by the trainer to create a short, distinct noise. The clicker is clicked at the precise moment that the cat performs a desired behavior – for example, during ‘sit’, the clicker is clicked at the very instant that the cat’s bottom touches the ground. Directly after the click, the cat is fed a small and tasty treat. With repetition, the cat grows to associate the click with the food, and recognizes his own ability to earn treats by performing the desired action on command. The clicker is a particularly valued training tool because it allows the trainer to pinpoint the exact behavior that’s being rewarded: without the clicker, it’s too easy for the cat to form associations between the treat and a completely unrelated behavior (since it’s impossible to feed the cat a treat at the precise moment that he’s performing a trick.)

Practical tips for training your cat

•  Remember to be patient. Your cat is an individual, with his own abilities and preferences. He will pick up some tricks quickly, but may struggle with others. Make allowances for his personality, and don’t lose your temper if it doesn’t go exactly according to schedule.

•  If you’re free-feeding your cat (leaving food out at all times for him to eat as and when he feels like it), stop doing this. Enforcing a feeding schedule has two main benefits: it increases the reward-value of food treats as training devices, and also introduces a semblance of routine into your cat’s life (which, believe it or not, most cats actually prefer.)

•  Train smart. If you’re using food treats (which is highly recommended to achieve the desired results) then schedule training sessions for just before mealtimes: your cat’s natural desire for food at his regular mealtime will sharpen his focus and increase his desire to obey you (so he can get a treat.)

•  Take baby steps. When training your cat, it’s best to build up a solid foundation of the basics before attempting to expand his repertoire.

•  Cats have pretty short attention spans, and low boredom thresholds. Keep lessons short and interesting – and always try to end on a positive note.

An example of successful cat training in action

Training your cat to ‘sit’ on command

‘Sit’ is a great basic command for your cat to know, because it serves as the foundation for a number of other, more advanced tricks and commands (for example, ‘stay’, ‘beg’, and ‘high five’.)

•  Make your training wand extra-effective by smearing the tip in a little tuna oil, and use it to attract your cat’s attention (wave it around, trail it past his face, etc.)

•   Once he’s come over to you, place the wand just over his head, so that it’s slightly behind the crown of his head.

•  He will tilt his head back to keep his eyes on it. When he does this, he will naturally sit down (since otherwise, his neck can’t bend back far enough to allow him to keep watching the training wand.)

•  As he sits down, say the word ‘Sit’, which will be the verbal cue for this command (your cat will grow to associate the command with the act of sitting, and eventually will learn to sit down whenever you ask him to.)

• As soon as his bottom touches the ground, click the clicker. It’s important that you time this precisely.

• Directly after clicking, give him a small food treat. Make sure it’s cut up very small – if it takes him more than two seconds to eat it, he’ll forget why you gave it to him.

•  Repeat this process a few more times, and over the next few weeks, keep doing so until he’s comfortable with what’s expected of him. When he’s able to sit down on command, you can phase the clicker out – but still give treats sporadically (interestingly, if you treat every single time that he performs a command, he’s actually less likely to reliably obey that command. Keeping him on his toes seems to increase the likelihood of obedience!)

Further training

For step-by-step advice on how to train your cat in a huge variety of other obedience commands and tricks (from ‘stay’ to ‘play dead’ to ‘fetch’), check out the Complete Cat Training book – it’s full of training how-to’s, as well as a huge amount of detailed information on solving problem behaviors, cat psychology, and how to develop a more rewarding relationship with your cat.

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• Homework for Cat Owners: The essential thing for the cat owners is to know the basic needs of the cat. Try to get information from veterinarian, read books of qualified cat experts and try to learn more about the cat’s requirements. This helps the cat to grow into a well behaved and well socialized feline. Cat care is not impulsive, so a lot of care needs to be taken.

• Right Equipment: Out of several equipments such as litters, litter boxes, toys, beds and scratching posts, desist to buy the equipments based on the cat owner’s appeal. Consider the things from the cat’s view point. For example, if a covered litter-box is chosen, that is intended to hide out the odor and view of box contents. Unhappily, the cover of the litter box traps the stench and makes the cat unpleasant. So, uncovered box of appropriate size is prominent for the cats. Cat owners are supposed to start thinking from the view point of the cats, while selecting other products.

• Cat Safe Home: Cats are capable of doing unexpected things. So, it is essential for cat owners to ensure the safety of cat in house. Secure all the electric wires firmly in the house. The sagging electrical cords entice cats. Remember, houseplants are fatal to cats. So, un-plant them or use anti chew bitter sprays that are available in pet supply stores. Cats are found to crawl into hiding spaces. This can endanger the cat’s life while closing the dresser drawer or closet door. There are chances for a cat to get stuck in. A blind cord along the window is another threat for the cats. A cat owner can also be benefited by several products that are available in the baby safety department of any local home-improvement shop to safeguard their cat.

• Cat Friendly Home: Cats are found of climbing, pouncing, leaping and balancing. Cats strive to scale the curtains and prance across book case. This is seen as a normal behavior of the cat. So, cat owners, don’t bawl out cat for its natural behavior. Bring in few cat trees, scratching posts and perches and make cat friendly environment. Make space for cozy naps, playing, jumping, climbing, and safe exploration.

• Cat Food & Products: Mostly, it is seen that cats eat dog-food or bath in dog-shampoo. Cat owners simply can’t do this. Cat owners need to remember that the pet is cat not a dog. Products specified for dog are not recommended. Cats require more fat and protein-rich food.

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Discussed below cited are a few effective tips that help to train cats suitably:

• It is suggested not to use any kind of physical penalty such as swatting or hitting. Indeed physical penalty won’t make cat to stop whichever thing that they are doing, rather it only train the cat to get afraid of the trainer.

• The water filled-up spray container is an effective tool that the cat owners are suggested to have. It is a common knowledge that majority of the cats dislike water, more over what makes the container quite useful is that it astonishes the cat. Hence, it stops behaving abnormally.

• Make loud noise while catching cats doing something that they are not supposed to do. Just alike spraying water, this also surprises them. If this technique is repeated at the suitable time i.e. during abnormal behavior it ultimately makes the cat to associate annoyance with their behavior.

• If any owners have nipping or biting problems with cats, a simple and easy training technique is to push their cat’s face. Once cats begin biting, keep hand on their face and softly push back by saying NO.

• Make it unfeasible for cats to perform certain things that implies as bad manners. This is particularly effective to train the cat while not present around them. For instances, closing doors, not providing food in the open-air or using many child-proofing techniques will halt abnormal behavior.

For training any animal, considerable time is required. Hence, set aside some precious time to train cats and indeed trainers witness the change in their cat’s behavior.

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Tips for cat training suggest helpful guidelines to train cats effectively. Similar to dogs, majority of cats start out or develop some sorts of behavior problems that individuals desire to modify. But, the techniques applied for cat training are entirely different from those training used for dogs. The prime reason for this unconventional training is that the cats are solitary creatures that while socializing does not make any sort of status or hierarchy.

Prior to the beginning of training cat, remember timing that intends everything. In order to train a cat properly, it is significant to carry out the training within a second of the misdemeanor. Often, cat training techniques become effective, if the training process is taken out at the very beginning of cat’s improper behavior.

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Cat training methods help to develop an affectionate and cooperative bonding between the cat and the cat owners. Cats tend to exhibit the impression freedom and complexity.Cats apparently have a mental aspect of their own. Cat training provides a great control on cat’s behavior and actions, and subdues the dominant behavior of the cat.

Cat training program stimulates the cat’s brain and keeps it active.
It induces the interactive play and makes the cat to learn good society skills. The schedule and repetition of the cat training programs reassures and soothes the highly strung and anxious cats.

Cat training prevents the cat from getting bored and makes the cat to have good time with different types of toys. Boredom causes cats to howl and develop some destructive behaviors. Walking programs are very efficient as far as the boredom of cat is concerned. It engages a cat in walking outside the home just like a dog. Walking schedule stimulates the cat to get a taste of things back, being away from home. It keeps the cat to feel stimulated and entertained. Otherwise, the constrained activities of the cat may tend to develop depression and boredom. Cat training program includes a vigorous play-time period that helps the cat to sleep well, when cat owners are away from the home.

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Benefits of Complete Cat Training are myriad, major is to have an obedient cat. Generally, pet owners are annoyed of their disobedient cat that constantly meows, howls and whines. Cats keep on jumping here and there. Their favorite habit is to explore the trash bin. All cat owners want to get rid of these behavioral problem virtually noticed in all cats. Complete cat training program comes as a refuge for the cat owners in search of a training guide to train the cat.

Despite of challenges, cat training is very rewarding. Complete cat training is an excellent way to enhance the cat’s life:

The incremental training and positive reinforcement helps to solve many behavioral problems of the cat. It trains the cat how to play fetch. With incremental training, the cat is well trained to use the toilet. Every day, the litter box is slowly and slowly moved closer to the toilet, till the cat is trained completely. Positive reinforcement means to reward cats for things they have done. It helps to keep the cats stimulated and entertained.

Complete Cat Training combined with positive reinforcement is very effective. This combination helps to train the cats very quickly.

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