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Tips On Training Cats For Harness
Cats, like children, have to be harness
trained with persistence and concern. Hard treatment and physical
stress can only induce fear in cats.
Starting at age six months, a cat can start to undergo the training.
Confine the cat in order to diminish its need to wander. It is very
vital that the right harness is purchased and used since a cat can
easily struggle and free itself from the leash if a puny one is used.
The harness should be of sturdy yet of comfortable quality, one that is
specially made for cats.
The H shaped harness made of nylon material which is light, although
it has buckles for the neck and the catís tummy, is a sure buy. Make
sure that there is a metal ring for the catís I.D., which is located
near the backside of the cat. The cat size can be measured by using a
tape measure for the neck and tummy.
The harness can be placed a little firmer after about five days. It
can then be adjusted to a two-inch width off the neck and the catís
tummy. Leave the harness on for five to ten minutes each day and do
this for two weeks. Keep in mind that cats are more jumpy than dogs so
they really need more care and guarantee of a no hard treatment.
Use a walking collar with an L shaped fabric that hugs the catís
body. Choose a jacket that is breathable and provides enough aeration
for the catís comfort. A 5/8-inch wide nylon harness that has three
buckles is used for effortless fitting and strapping. Its collar should
be one that can be adjusted from 9-12 inches to prevent suffocation.
Have the cat wear the leash while wandering inside the household for
twenty to thirty minutes a day for a week. However, never let the cat
out of sight as they may be prone to getting snarled in chairs, tables,
etc, and this would frighten him. Once the cat has gotten used to
moving around with the harness on, then it can be held on to and the
cat is ready for a walk in the park. Felines will eventually realize
that there are corresponding limitations attached to being leashed.
Position the strap with the ID tag and leash where the cat can snuffle,
touch and have fun with it.
Being consistent and patient with the routine is the best key to
accomplishment. Cats love routine and habits, following a sequence can
make them expect what is next, thus, preventing any straying and
disagreement. Once the cat is used to the harness, heíll never even
notice its there at all in the future.
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