There are many people out there that are surprised to find out that cats CAN be trained. It is a very slow, and lengthy process and can only be done at the speed the cat is comfortable with, but no the less very possible. First, the cat owner needs to know that cats don't speak our language, so we need to familiarize ourselves with how a cat thinks and learns. cats become skillful.

Cats learn by familiarity. If the experience is agreeable they will attempt to replicate, but if the experience makes them gloomy they will stay away from doing it in the future. Cats also learn by the course of rewards and praises. However, the rewards need to be reserved for special occasions and not an everyday affair. For good results you should reward your feline friend with a genuine incentive like her preferred delicacy.

Now, you have to remember that any type of physical or verbal punishment is NEVER allowed. Punishment won't do anything to train your cat for the actions you are looking for. In fact the only thing your cat will learn from punishment is to be afraid of you, since you are the person causing all the unpleasant situations. Your cat will start to get nervous and even sad when you come around. Your loving kitty may even start to generalize the situation and avoid all people, making her a little aggressive in hopes of defending herself from you. If it's an aggressive action you would like to stop from the beginning, then the best approach here is to avoid them. If you give them any type of reaction. They see it as getting attention for that behavior, therefore doing it more for your attention.

Focus on creating an enjoyable, satisfying, humorous and motivating rapport. Be convinced that no matter what the cat does, it is worthwhile and pleasing. Every cat is unique.

The majority of cats are not fond of curling their claws while scratching things, so you can either cover the item in question or place a slight menthol or citrus aroma, as this will deter them. Once the cat realizes that the place is not meant for amusement the scratching trouble will vanish.

Cats are very smart and at times will use other means of getting your attention. So if they are running around, pouncing, climbing, and acting otherwise like they've lost their minds, DO NOT give them any attention. Get up and walk away from them. They will learn that this is not the correct way to get your attention, and will learn to play it your way.

Cats get bored just like everyone else, and if they get too bored they will act out. Try playing with them for 15 minutes at a time to help release some energy, or giving them a massage. Their boredom can be relieved by every day playing and soothing messages that help to cool down. Your cat has wild instincts that makes them enjoy stalking, hunting, chasing, and pouncing. So give them toys to do that with. Get ping pong balls, cardboard boxes, hanging ropes, surfaces to scratch on, or fake mice. For the cat who loves to climb get old shelves, ramps, or pillars. To make it more exciting hide treats in their toys and climbing places.

Cats are very enjoyable and they can really be your best friend if you just handle them with care and diplomacy.