How to Train a cat (For Beginners)

Touch sensitive areas such as its fur and mouth frequently while it is still a kitten so it learns that such contact poses no threat. If it hisses at you, blow air in its face; if it is a bit older, give its nose a light flick to let it know you are not a pushover.

Hold the food bowl and call its name every time you feed it. After a few repetitions, it will learn its name. Be careful with your words during training; do not say anything odd, or the kitten might think that strange phrase is actually its name.

Cats are naturally wary. When friends or family visit, let the cat observe secretly from the sidelines first. Once it gets used to the stranger's scent, gradually encourage it to come out and play.

When the cat is sitting, gently hold its front paw and give the command "Shake." Immediately reward it with a special treat it does not usually get. Repeat this three or four times a day, and it will learn the trick in just a few days.

Play vigorously with the cat during the day to burn off its energy. If it wakes you up at night, ignore it and go back to sleep; otherwise, it might think you enjoy playing at night too.

Use citrus-scented air fresheners or odor-neutralizing beads, or apply a tiny amount of Fengyoujing medicated oil, as cats absolutely hate these smells. Buy chew sticks so it has something else to bite instead of you.

In most cases, there is no need to take a cat outside; they are perfectly happy at home. If you really must go out, let the cat get used to the hallway first, then gradually increase the distance and duration. Always monitor the cat's breathing and condition to prevent accidents.

Before leaving the house, grab a handful of the cat's favorite treats. As soon as you get home, pull them out of your pocket and give them to the cat. This helps the cat associate your return with a reward, reinforcing your role as a trusted provider.