How to Properly Train an American Curl Cat
American Curl Cat
The American Curl Cat has a naturally free-spirited personality. Some cats are naturally very obedient and compliant with their owners’ wishes, but some cats are lively and active by nature and may do many things they shouldn’t. At this time, the owner needs to properly train them. Below, I will briefly introduce how to do so.
When the American Curl Cat does something it shouldn’t, the owner should immediately say "No" loudly to reprimand it. If the cat repeatedly ignores the owner’s words and continues the behavior, the owner should give it necessary punishment to warn that the behavior is very wrong and upsetting. This way, the cat understands the meaning of your actions and words, and learns not to repeat the wrong behavior.
Scolding and punishing a cat does not mean randomly hitting or beating it. If you hit the cat carelessly, it easily develops fear towards the owner and a submissive personality. Although cats cannot understand words, they clearly distinguish the difference between a scolding voice and a praising voice. When a cat is praised, it feels better, thus the training effect gradually improves. Of course, praising immediately at the moment rather than afterward is important in this case.
When training an American Curl Cat, the owner must never give up halfway or change their attitude. This will confuse the cat, causing it not to understand the owner’s meaning, resulting in repeated improper behaviors and making it difficult for the owner to properly train and correct it. (Source:PetsZone)