Exotic Shorthair Cat

    Everyone knows that are not like that can accept strict obedience training. Cats are naturally aloof, quite clever and pragmatic. Historically, the ancestors of cats lived as loners for a long time and knew well how to protect themselves. Moreover, cats have strong pride, making it difficult to require them to obey human will. Usually, cats are only willing to be controlled by people when they consider it beneficial to themselves. For example, when hungry or feeling cold, they will make demands and obey certain commands. But you should understand, many times when a cat curls up in its owner’s arms, it is a voluntary act, not obedience to you. When it rubs its head and body against the owner and makes gentle meowing sounds, it is just because it is hungry, wants to eat something, or has some demands incomprehensible to people.

    Of course, it does not mean cats cannot be trained at all. Cats are very intelligent and can learn many actions and behaviors. If training begins when a kitten is five to six months old, some results can still be achieved. For example, you can to open doors, stretch paws, roll over, fetch objects, and use a designated place for elimination. Kittens have a higher dependence and plasticity during this period, so training to form habits should be intensified. Otherwise, once cats mature at one year old and their personality strengthens, they will no longer be willing to obey human training. (Source：PetsZone)