Exotic Shorthair Cat

　　Many cat owners believe that cats hold grudges. Because of some mistakes made by cats, owners may punish them on the spot, but after a while, cats might show retaliatory behavior. Such stubborn character causes headaches for owners. So when faced with cats holding grudges, what should we do? Here, the editor of Boqi.com has compiled many netizens' experiences to summarize the solutions.

　　In fact, cats holding grudges is largely due to owners using wrong punishment methods, especially physical punishment. This method not only fails to discipline cats but also backfires. Cat education should emphasize a combination of reward and punishment. For example, cats dislike bathing, but if after each bath you reward them with food and gentle stroking, over time they will associate bathing with treats and massages, and gradually resist baths less.

　　If the cat has done something wrong, remember not to use rough physical punishment. Instead, other methods can be used, such as the spraying method recommended by some netizens. Cats hate getting wet. Buy a small spray bottle filled with water; when the cat misbehaves, spray its face twice, and it will avoid the spray. After repeated training, the cat will understand that misbehaving = getting sprayed with water and reduce mistakes. At the same time, we can also scold the cat loudly because cats dislike loud noises.

　　Of course, we should also improve our relationship with the cat. You can often play with the cat using toys like teaser wands and avoid forcing the cat to do things. For instance, if the cat dislikes being picked up but you forcibly hold it, naturally the cat will be unhappy. Try stroking it from head to back, avoiding touching the tail and belly. If it accepts the stroking, start building affection from there. Occasionally, offer some favorite treats as rewards. Also, consider neutering the cat, as cats during heat can become very irritable. After neutering, cats become gentler and easier to get along with.

　　In any case, the formation of a cat’s personality is somewhat related to the owner. Therefore, when educating your cat, pay attention to the methods you use. Although there is no scientific conclusion about whether cats hold grudges, if owners improve themselves in daily care, they can gradually improve the relationship with their cats, and cats will no longer hold grudges against you. (Source：PetsZone)