"CORRECTING YOUR CAT'S BAD BEHAVIOUR - HOW TO DISCIPLINE YOUR CAT - YOU WILL BE HAPPY AND YOUR CAT WILL BE, TOO"Written by NS Kennedy
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Avoid, at all times, any form of physical punishment. It doesn't matter if your vet or "cat expert" down street suggests it; physically punishing your cat will do more harm than good. Some people feel that a "little" tap on cat's nose with your finger is an acceptable form of punishment because you are only using one finger. Humane group experts point out, however, that if you look at that finger in proportion to a cat's nose - a very sensitive body part - it would be like someone hitting you on nose with a rolling pin. You can try gently pushing palm of your hand into face of cat. This is best used when discouraging something like biting. Don't hit cat, simply push its face back gently. Inflicting pain has a negative affect on your relationship with your cat. Even most outgoing cat will back away from your hands, even if they are only reaching out to pet her. If your cat is shy to begin with, physical punishment can have even more deeply negative results. Keep in mind, too, what you are communicating when you swat your cat. Swatting is one of main ways cats fight with one another. When you swing your hand at your cat, she very well may take it as a challenge to fight. Constantly provoking her can create a serious aggression problem.
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Ask for opportunity to interact with cat. Is she shy around strangers such as yourself, but confident with her caretakers? Or is she skittish with everyone? Remember that a cat acts differently when a stranger is present, and that cats in shelters often act very different than they usually would because of stressful environment. Most humane societies and animal rescue groups gather a history on each animal they take in. This can tell you what cat's likes and dislikes are, whether it is comfortable around children or other cats, etc. If you have other cats or dogs at home, consider their personalities when choosing a cat. If your existing cat is older than 10 years and used to being only cat in house, she might not welcome a newcomer. A dog with a high prey drive will be provoked by a high-energy kitten. If you have no pets at home, consider adopting two cats. Many animal shelters have special pricing for "two-for-ones," and cats make great companions for on another when you are not home. When you bring a cat into your home, you make a commitment to always meet her needs. Advances in cat nutrition and veterinary medicine mean that many cats live 15-20 years. If you buy a kitten for children remember cat will be part of family long after your kids have left home! Before you get a pet, be sure you can take care of it for life.
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