How you can't train your cat: Learn more about your pets

Cats can be great companions and friends to many people, but they can't be trained as well as dogs - it's simply not part of their nature.

Therefore, it's usually not about teaching it to do new tricks - it's mostly about reinforcing bad habits and changing them.

Here are a few reasons why it might be hard to train cats.

Independence

Cats are naturally independent animals. They often do what they want, when they want. 

They don't have the same strong desire to please their owners as dogs do.

Limited Communication

Cats and humans don't always understand each other well. 

While dogs can learn commands like "sit" or "fetch," cats may not respond the same way because they communicate differently.

Territorial Nature

Cats are very territorial. 

They like to have control over their space, and they might not want to follow your commands if it goes against their territorial instincts.

Inconsistent Behavior

Cats can be unpredictable. They might obey one day and ignore you the next, which can be frustrating for training.

Stress and Fear

Cats can become stressed or fearful during training, which can make them less likely to cooperate.

Conclusion

Cats mostly do what they want - and though it's not always easy to train them, it doesn't mean that it's impossible to teach your pet to change some of its unpleasant habits.

Just be patient, persistent, and non-violent - and your cat will understand you.
 

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• 17 September 2023

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