Many people think that cat training is much more difficult than dog training. In fact, dog training and cat training are similar, and both require patient guidance to achieve unexpected results. Below, the editor of Xiupeng.com introduces several common methods for training pet cats:

1. Forced

Forced refers to a means of using mechanical stimulation and threatening commands to force the cat to complete the action accurately and smoothly. When the cat is trained to lie down, the trainer will hold the cat down with his hands while issuing the "lying down" command, forcing the cat to lie down. After repeated several times, the cat will quickly form a conditioned reflex for lying down.

2. Induction

Induction refers to a means of using delicious food and trainer's movements to induce cats to make movements. For example, while issuing a "come" password, the trainer will shake it with a piece of food the cat likes, but will not give it to the cat. While retreating, he will constantly issue the "come" password. In this way, the cat will follow due to the temptation of food and will soon form a conditioned reflex. The induction method is most suitable for kittens.

3. Rewards

Rewards refer to methods taken to strengthen the cat's correct movements or consolidate the preliminarily formed conditioned reflex. Reward methods include food, caress and compliments. Rewards and compulsions must be used in combination to be effective. At the beginning, each time the cat is forced to make the correct movements, then the reward should be given immediately. As the training deepens, you will be rewarded after completing some complex movements. Only in this way can the reward be fully utilized.

4. Punishment

Punishment is a means used to prevent cats from being incorrect or abnormal behavior, including scolding, knocking on their necks, etc. The degree of punishment should be determined by the specific situation and the cat's temperament. You cannot over-hardly hit the cat's head and force its tail to cause excessive fright. The use of punishment should also be minimized during training to avoid cats feeling fear and bored from training.