Overview Of Cat Behavioral Issue
Many people have cat behavior problems, and it is often the most common reason cats are given up to shelters. People often don't seek help for cat behavior problems until after weeks or months of the problem. Cat behavior problems are one of the most common reasons why cats are given over to shelters by their owners. The two most common reasons for this are feline aggression and litter box problems. For many owners they reach a point where they have tried everything and can not tolerate the problem anymore and so are forced to give the cat up.
Cat scratching is a innate behavior, so it is very difficult to stop or even curb. Its like trying to make your cat stop grooming, or burying its waste. Its just what cats do but cats can be taught to scratch on more appropriate things like scratching posts and tree stumps. Follow these three tips that will redirect your cats scratching behavior:
1. Find out what your cat likes to scratch 2. Provide items that match these preferences 3. Make items in the house unavailable or less attractive to your cat
Short and simple, cats do not respond well to punishment, because they see no link between the punishment and their "crime." DON'T yell either, because that will make your cat fearful, just use a firm tone.
Here are many aspects to your cat's personality and they should all be taken into account when choosing the right training tactics. Find out what your cat's likes and dislikes are and use that information to help you.There are a few simple tips to keep in mind when training your cat.
Training your cat is very important and for several different reasons. First, a cat that hasn't been trained, doesn't know what behaviors are acceptable and what are not, therefore, they are more likely to misbehave because they don't know they are misbehaving. Having a trained, well behaved cat allows the cat and the owner to bond and have a loving relationship rather than having a misbehaving cat that causes its owner a lot of stress and frustration.It is very important, as a cat owner, to understand that cats cannot be trained the same way as dogs. They don't behave the same way and they don't have the same thinking process as dogs. If you are trying to use the same training techniques on your cat that are designed for dogs, you probably aren't going to see results. Forcing training techniques on a cat will not work. They are stubborn by nature and if it's not something that is appealing to them, they are going to ignore you.
So, you're looking for ways to make cat training a little more easy. Great then you have come to the right article. There are a couple of things thing you need to know about before you try to train your cat. This is cat training made easy so pay attention.
Tip 1 Cats is self sufficient:For some reason we tend to believe that cats are like dogs, but that's just not the case. So that's good news to you, because it's not going to be really hard to train your cat.
Tip 2 Bad habits:Most bad habits are normally in cats that have been adopted, neglected, abused, and taken in as a stray, or even purchased from a breeder.
Tip 3 Potty training:Cats seem to have a natural instinct guiding them to there litter box and thus a majority of cats do not require potty training. If your cat does not like the litter box make sure it's not scented litter.
Tip 4 Rewards:Give your cats rewards anytime they do something good. Most cat owners don't follow this rule and end up being a really frustrated cat owner. Reward with a cat treat and encourage with a light toned voice. Don't yell at your cat because you will only make it worse.
The first step to training your cat should be to learn and understand your cat's personality. There are many aspects to your cat's personality and they should all be taken into account when choosing the right training tactics. Find out what your cat's likes and dislikes are and use that information to help you. There are a few simple tips to keep in mind when training your cat:
• Keep your training sessions short. If you drag out sessions for a long time, your cat will most likely become bored and will stop listening. • Only start training session when your cat is already awake. Don't wake your cat up for a session because he or she will probably just ignore you. • Always be sure to reward your cat for obeying you, using treats, food, or showing them affection.
You should also only train your cat for one thing at a time. Whether you are teaching them to do tricks or use the human toilet rather than a litter box, you shouldn't try to teach them everything all at once. When you're training your cat, let them master one thing before moving on to another. This will avoid both you and them becoming overwhelmed.There are many benefits to having a well trained, well behaved cat. You will have less stress because you won't have to worry about how your house is going to look when you get home. You can enjoy a loving relationship with your cat instead of spending most of the time mad at him for misbehaving. Taking the time to train your cat will definitely pay off in the long run and you and your cat will both be happier.
By knowing what normal cat behavior is you can better identify abnormal cat behavior. By taking an interest in cat behavior you can really learn to appreciate how complex your cat really is. Check out some more views about cat behavior.
The Importance of Annual Vet Exams
I've often heard the alarming phrase: "My dog doesn't need a check-up, he's always been healthy". Didn't you know that an annual veterinary exam is the key to a long-lived, healthy pet?
The annual exam is much more than just a cursory check-up. It is most often during these exams that a veterinarian can pick up the early warning signs of a serious problem that will affect the dog in the future. Serious problems can often be corrected or at least slowed in progress when they are detected early.
The Nose to Tail Exam
Just like it sounds, the vet will start at the nose, and work all the way down to the tail.
The Nose
The first stop is, of course, the nose. Checking your dog's nose for nasal discharge, your vet is looking for more than just a cold. Rhinitis is a symptom of many possible diseases, Canine Distemper or a respiratory infection are just two of many possible causes.
The Eyes
Checking your dog's eyes are a vital part of the exam,. A dog with dull, lifeless eyes is giving off warning signals of internal parasites, stress, or something even more serious. Dull eyes can indicate that a pet has a serious illness. Whoever said that eyes are windows to the soul was absolutely correct. If your pet's soul is dull, your pet needs help.
The eyes should also be clear of debris and discharge. Eye infections often start as just a little bit of ooze coming from the corners of the eyes. Eye infections are contagious to other pets as well as humans. It is important to catch these and clear them up early.
The Mouth
The dog's mouth is inspected for lumps, cuts, scrapes and the condition of his teeth. A mouthful of healthy teeth should look clean, and white, and your vet can indicate if your dog is in need of a scaling. A scaling is when the dog has his teeth scraped free of cavity-causing tartar. Lumps on the outside of your dog's jaws can indicate swelling from an abcessed tooth, oral tumours, or an allergic reaction to a bug bite. Lack of healthy in the gums would alert your vet to anemia.
The Ears
Ears are notorious for harbouring bacterias that cause foul odours, and ear infections. A clean ear is a good ear, and it is a very good idea to keep alert for ear mites, a pesky inhabitant of ears that are highly contagious to other pets in the household.
Moving onward from the head, the next stop on the Nose to Tail exam is the chest.
The Lungs
Using a stethoscope, a vet will check your dog's lungs for any sounds of congestion, cough, or abnormal breathing patterns. This is extremely important, as a congested chest can lead to many health hazards. Bordatella, Distemper, or even Heartworm are just a few of the problems that can cause congestion.
The Heart
Listening to your dog's heart is an important step in the exam. A dog's normal heart rate is 100 to 130 beats per minute. Any abnormality is cause for concern. Early detection of heart disease can help your dog live a longer, more comfortable life.
The Skin and Coat
The largest organ of the body, the skin can tell you many things about your pet's health. Your vet will check for fleas, ticks, and other external parasites, as well as swelling, cuts, scrapes, lumps, and condition of the coat. A dull coat on the outside means an ill pet on the inside.
Abdomen
Source of many woes, the abdomen is next. By palpating your dog's stomach and groin area, a vet will feel for any lumps, abnormal distending, and possible infections. She is also watching for signs of pain from your dog, indicating further problems.
Back and Tail
A trip down your dog's spine and tail tells if their are any spinal problems that may need correcting.
The last stop is the paws, as your vet looks for cuts or swelling, and muscle damage along your dog's legs.
There is quite a bit more to an annual exam than most people think. Without regular check-ups, some dogs will not display any symptoms, and owners will oftimes find themselves with an extremely sick dog on their hands, and sometimes it is too late to save them. Please make sure YOUR pet gets in to see a vet at least once a year, even if she always been healthy, after all, prevention is so much better than cure.
