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Guideline for you to have a Pet Duck 
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Tips and Tricks for Potty Training a Dog 
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Rabbit: A Playful And Social Pet 
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Dogs - Not Only Pets ! 
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Tips for a Pet Parrot 
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Finding the Right Supplement for a Pet With Cancer 
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Can you train your cat?
The short answer is yes, cats kept as pets can be trained to perform basic tasks and obey commands. However, before you set up the obstacle course with the giant slide that ends in a warm bubble bath, take into consideration that cat training is a delicate process that requires patience, sensitivity and time.
It is also worth considering the reasons why you want to train your cat. Cats are independent animals that can be stubborn and your cat will only obey your commands if it believes doing so is in its interests. Cats can be trained to perform tricks but they might not find the idea of rolling over for a treat quite as enticing as your dog does. Training cats to behave in a way that helps them live in harmony with their owners is a healthy and worthwhile process that will help to build the bond between cat and owner.
The first training task for most cat owners is litter box training. Because pet insurance policies don't usually cover the cost of a new carpet, it is important to get your kitten or your new cat into the habit of toileting in its litter tray. This process is one of the easiest parts of cat training, as cats are naturally hygienic. In all likelihood, once you have introduced your cat to its litter tray and demonstrated how to scratch in it, your cat will naturally gravitate to the tray when it urinates as cats would naturally bury their waste. Keep the litter box clean by removing waste every day and you should have few problems encouraging your cat to use it.
Cats do not respond well to punishment, so when you are seeking to train your cat to behave, do not be tempted to discipline your cat in any way. Positive reinforcement of good behaviour is the way to help your cat cut out any bad habits that you wish to eradicate. One of the best tools to use for positive reinforcement is a spoon with a clicker on the end of it. When your cat behaves well, such as staying away from an opened door or coming to you when it is called, offer the cat a treat and make the clicking noise. Over time, the cat will associate the clicking noise with a positive feeling and the very noise itself will be enough to encourage the desired behaviour.
While distracting your cat during a moment of bad behaviour, such as scratching the furniture, may be a temporary solution, it will be unlikely to stop your cat from repeating the mistake. Instead, offer the cat an alternative, such as a scratching post in the case of a cat that has its claws in your furniture. Make the scratching post a fun, positive activity for your cat and even offer a treat for using it. Your cat will soon lose interest in your sofa and curtains.
While training your cat should go a long way to ensuring your cat does not get into potentially dangerous situations, you might wish to take out pet insurance cover for your peace of mind. Pet insurance comparison websites allow you to compare pet insurance plans to make sure you find one that fits your needs.