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Kitten Training Books – Key Points About Your Kitten
If you have recently adopted a kitten, there are some things you should know about cat behavior problems so that you can help your new kitty settle in properly. In doing so, you will be preventing the kind of avoidable frustrations that often beset new cat parents and that can result in a cat or kitten being returned to the shelter or breeder.
One of the first things you should consider when adopting a kitten is what supplies your will need. Before bring your pet home, you should be equipped with a litter box and litter, food and a few toys. It is also helpful to have a few kitten training books available for quick reference. These can be found at any pet store or local library.
Be patient and allow your kitten some time to become familiar with its new home. Cats And Kittens are quite sensitive and aren’t always receptive to new sights, sounds and smell. Don’t be alarmed if your kitten hides under furniture for a few days. This is normal behavior and the best way to handle it is to relax and allow your new pet a few days to feel comfortable its new surroundings.
Be sure to research potential problems such as scratching before they become a problem. According to most common kitten books, each cat requires two or more scratching posts. They don’t have to be fancy, cheap cardboard ones will do, or your cats might prefer a kitty condo. In the end, it is more important that you have the scratching posts than the kind you have.
Another vital area is the litter box. You do not have to teach a kitten to utilize the litter box since they know to use it instinctively; although, they can be picky about the conditions of the litter box. Locate the litter box in an area away from any loud noises.
Also keep kids and other animals away from the litter box. You can by the same variety of liter that is utilized by the animal shelter or breeder. To keep down on odor, clean out the litter box frequently.
Don’t be in too big of hurry to introduce your new pet to other pets in your household. Keep you kitty in a bedroom or bathroom for a couple of days and let the other pets sniff him under the door.
You may hear some hissing and scratching for awhile, but don’t worry. It’s normal Pet Behavior. One way to introduce and old cat to a new cat is by feeding them together. That way each will associate the pleasure of eating with the other which will help them to bond.
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If you are considering adopting a kitten, be sure that you are ready. The supplies you need are food, a litter box, litter, kitten training books and toys. Most books state that you should purchase two scratching posts for each cat. They can be inexpensive cardboard scratchers or extravagantly expensive kitty condos. Training a cat to use the litter box is not necessary. Cats instinctively know how to use the box. Just make sure the box is clean, in a private place, and buy the same kind of litter. Finally, to avoid cat behavior problems, slowly introduce your kitten to the Pets You already own.
Can you teach an old dog new tricks?
My family dog has some really poor behaviors. Barking, jumping, getting really out of control when our cat is around… I am considering taking him from my parents, because I can put in more time with him, but I want to know how much I can expect. Also are there any really good training books or other suggestions? Thanks!
Definitely! We adopted a 3 year old male GSD from the pound over a year ago. He took more time and dedication from us, then our female (whom we’d had since she was 6 weeks old), but he absolutely eventually learned to make the association between sitting/laying/come/etc, and getting a treat for it! He goes straight in his kennel every night when one of us says “It’s night night time”, and he has never had an accident in the house. I think he appreciates the time and dedication we have given to him and he’s a very good and loyal dog! I think it’s a wonderful idea for you to take your family dog home and give him the time and commitment he needs. Just be patient and remember that you will have bad days, but stick to it and his training will be a success!
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