How to do Cat Social Training？💡
Have you ever experienced taking a cat to the Vet or travel but the cat got extremely resisting？Or somebody comes to your place and the cat got so scared to hide in the corner？Or it is so hard to arrange the cat when you want to travel？😵💫
That is because our house cats are feeling very strange to a lot of new things and gradually get too timid. If all the time they never get any environment changes, it is okay for them. But if some changes really come to their lives, they may get too stressed out, which could be harmful to their health.
In the most severe situation, their nervousness could cause heart arrest🙀. Normally those stress reactions could be sticking tongue out and breathing like a dog, back hair standing up, hissing, trembling hiding, shedding and etc. And those may cause their neurasthenia and decrease in immunity. 😿
So having an extremely timid house cat is not only bringing inconvenience for us but also bad for their mental & physical health.
That‘s why certain social training for our baby kitties is important❗️I have no problem bring Double to the Vet. But when I want to travel with him, for the first time he seemed like scared out 😨. And then I decided to train him become more bold. Gradually he gets more and more outgoing, having no problems to meet people or other cats, even dogs. I can easily travel with him too ✈️.
My tricks are very simple but patience needed.
1⃣️ Let the cat just go outside the door with your companion, hang out in the hall way 🐈⬛( if u live in apartment) or your house surroundings. To explore by itself little by little. And gradually cats would put down anxiety and feel fun then they will want to go out more without feeling afraid.
2⃣️ Still just outside door, but put harness on them and let them get to used to walk with it. You can also start from letting them wearing harness at home. At beginning, they may not feel comfortable with it and don’t even know how to walk 😹.
3⃣️ Start to carry them out. But let them stay in the carrier🎒. Breathing the fresh air with u and get used to the noises and strange smells in the outside world. （Here is already enough to handle for seeing a Vet.）
4⃣️ When you feel the cat is not terrified about outside world that much, open the carrier and take the cat out or just let itself walk out. (Maybe not gonna happen during the first time going out but keep trying.) And just let them explore to find the fun. (Be careful at this time the cat is with harness or leash, just in case they get scared and run away suddenly 😂.)
5⃣️ When they can walk out from their comfort zone, it is the time to try to walk them with a leash on. Certainly walking a cat is not like walking a dog at beginning. They don't like any constraint on them but eventually they can get used to it.
6⃣️ To encourage them be socail with other people and animals. Everything has a first time, once they know there is no danger but fun, they would enjoy.
Those steps took me several months but I feel worth it 👍. Now I have a puppy cat lol 🥳. Double can sit on chair with me while we waiting for the flights or come downstairs with me to pick up packages 📦. And he is gonna say hi to everybody to get complemented. 😹
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Socializing cats can significantly improve their behavior and reduce anxiety. Cats, especially those prone to timidity, benefit greatly from gradual exposure to new environments. Start by letting your cat explore safe areas outside while avoiding overwhelming situations. Use a harness during this process to ensure safety. Gradually introduce your cat to the outside world in small increments to build confidence. Allow them to experience different sounds, smells, and textures without feeling threatened. Positive reinforcement, such as treats and praise, will help them associate new experiences with enjoyable outcomes. Remember, every cat is different, and patience is key. It might take several months to see significant changes, but your efforts will be rewarded with a more outgoing pet. As your cat becomes more comfortable, you can encourage interactions with other animals and people, reinforcing the idea that the world is a fun and safe place. The journey to a social and confident cat is a rewarding one, benefiting both your furry friend and your lifestyle.
How long did you wait before taking your cat out me and my husband enjoy going out and taking our pup out with us but I feel bad leaving my kitty I know she would like it but she’s so tiny so idky how long until she can go (5months old)