Canadian Sphynx Cat

　　Many people think are proud and independent animals that cannot accept strict training. However, cat lovers will tell you this is not the case at all. Although cats maintain an attitude of self-reliance, they are actually very loving and emotional, and can be effectively trained in behavior.

　　Cat enthusiasts especially appreciate a cat's curiosity and agile movements. However, these traits can cause trouble at home. Cats that constantly jump on tables, chairs, or stools, and ruthlessly use furniture as scratching posts are not , but troublemakers.

　　Cats must be corrected immediately at the moment of wrongdoing. This can be difficult because most have to work all day and leave the cat alone at home to misbehave. Most people do not allow their cats to roam outside freely, which makes this problem even worse.

　　To truly achieve training goals, it should start when the cat is young. There is an old saying: "You can't teach an old new tricks." This also applies to cats. It is very difficult to correct bad habits in adult cats, but easier to prevent them from the start. However, don't be discouraged. With persistence, any cat can learn some simple behavioral rules.

　　Training is best started within a few days after bringing the cat home. When training, keep a water spray bottle or a noise maker (such as an aluminum can filled with coins) handy. Whenever the cat climbs on chairs or scratches furniture, spray the water or shake the noise maker beside it. If you cannot watch the cat, confine it to a room where it cannot misbehave. Never use corporal punishment and do not hit its head or rear. Physical punishment only makes the cat afraid of its owner.

　　Many people think cats are proud and independent animals that cannot accept strict training. Cat lovers, however, will tell you this is not true. Although cats maintain an attitude of self-reliance, they are very loving and emotional, and can be trained effectively.

　　Do not leave tasty food (such as meat or fish) or things that can arouse the curiosity in places like chairs where the cat can find them. This only encourages the cat to climb higher. Fleas in the carpet will cause cats to jump onto furniture.

　　You must prepare a scratching post for your cat and press its paws on the post to move it back and forth. The scratching post can be wrapped in a blanket or be a bare wooden stick, depending on your cat’s preference. Consider setting up a sunny spot for your cat on the windowsill or other elevated place. A cat's greatest pleasure is sitting in the sun enjoying the view and preferring places off the floor.

　　During the training process, when you are not home, take auxiliary measures to help the cat reinforce good behavior. For example, wrap previously scratched parts of the furniture with plastic bags or aluminum foil as a warning sign.

　　You can also casually place a noise maker on chairs so that if the cat jumps on, it will fall and make a sound. When this happens, continue training after you return home.

　　Good behavior by the cat must also be praised. If the cat uses the scratching post you prepared or sits on the designated windowsill, reward it with treats and say some commendatory words.

　　The key to is to make the cat feel comfortable throughout the process of establishing good behavior. If the above methods do not work, reconsider your cat’s environment and arrange appropriate measures. (Source：PetsZone)