Putting Your Cat In A Pet Carrier
Never stick your cat’s head in the carrier first; he will likely bite or scratch you. Trim your cat’s claws before putting him in a carrier. Put your cat’s buttocks on the page first for a fast and safe loading experience. Give your cat a cat treat once he is in the carrier safely so he thinks of the page as a place to go where he will be rewarded.
Taking Your Cat For A Ride In Your Car
Place him in a pet carrier, as he may be frightened to ride in your car. Some cats have gotten down by the brake in the vehicle, almost making it impossible for you to stop your vehicle in a hurry safely. Your cat may be climbing all over you, distracting your eyes from the road. I had an older Siamese cat trained to sit on one’s lap in the car. She sat on my lap and was perfectly behaved. I adopted her when she was eight years old. Take your cat for a ride as a young kitten so she will get used to the car rides.
Why Did My Cat Wet On That
Some cats will wet on a stranger’s clothing in your home. They may not like the newcomer in your home, which is their way of showing disapproval. Cats do not like changes at all. If you switch to a new kitty litter, ensure you still have the old brand out, as they might refuse to use the new brand of litter. If you do not change your kitty litter often enough, they may use your house plant for their litter box. A female cat may wet something because you decided to add another female cat to your household. Toms spray furniture if they smell a female cat in the season to mark their territory.
Overeating
Some cats may eat so fast that they may vomit later on. Cats can be nighttime eaters and will pack on the pounds then. Take their food away from them at night and put it back for them first thing in the morning. Buy cat food for weight control and senior cat food for your older cat. Cut down on cat snacks and treats.
Some Cats Do Not Like To Be Held
I have discovered over the years that female cats do not want to be held or petted on the head for long. Male cats are very tolerant of being stored and rubbed most of the time; Feral cats seem never to like being kept unless they jump on your lap on their own. Never force a cat to let you have or pet them, as they will become less tolerant.
Feral Or Scared Cats
Let a feral or scared house cat come when they choose to go to you. Feed them cat treats and talk gently to them. It could take six months, but they will eventually warm up to you. One of my cats finally trusted me enough to sleep at the foot of my bed at night and let me hold him and pat him on the head. Trust has to be earned between you and your cat.
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