Cats have no respect for their owners if they have not had firm rules from an early age and have not been brought up consistently. How do I train my cat correctly? The education of cats should always be very consistent, patient and with positive feedback such as treats or petting. A lot of patience …
Cats with large pupils are happily excited and expecting something nice like food or a toy. Cat pupils often tell us the mood of the cat. Pupils that are particularly large indicate joyful excitement, for example, when your cat is getting its food or has spotted a prey item. Why do cats have slit pupils? …
Cats have an internal sense of time and can tell when food is being put out or when their owner is coming home from work based on events, smells and lighting conditions. A routine daily routine is very important for your cat. Cats don’t need to keep looking at the clock to know what time …
You should teach your cat to stop jumping on the table with a clear command like “No” and some treats as a reward. All the residents are sitting comfortably at the table, so it’s obvious that your cat wants to be the centre of attention and will climb onto the table to get everyone’s attention. …
If you are planning to adopt a cat but work, you should find out beforehand whether it is possible to keep a cat in a species-appropriate way. We explain how long cats can stay alone or whether you should get a second animal. It is also necessary to think about how you can keep your …
If your cat stops touching her daily food and starts begging for treats instead, it’s high time to act. It is also a sign of addictive behaviour if your cat becomes aggressive towards you or even bites you just to get her treats. In this case, you should consider using a clicker or a whole …
If you want to let your cat run free outside, you should consider which time of day is ideal for it. This question can not be answered in a general way. Because different things play a role. In the following article, we explain what you should pay attention to when letting your cat outdoors or …
Cats are true individualists among animals, they are independent and yet closely connected to their home and owner. Exactly this individuality, however, can sometimes lead to problems. Most cats are kept as so-called “free roamers”, which means that they only live in the house part of the time and can roam freely in nature the …
They are elegant, independent and yet so cuddly – our house cats. They demand all our attention and we love them for it. Cats also like to check whether their two-legged staff is immediately on hand when they want to come in or out – or not. Who doesn’t know it: the cat protests loudly …
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In Germany, cats are still the undisputed number one among pets. With more than 14.8 million velvet paws, there are of course many questions about letting the four-legged friends outdoors, which we would like to answer here. In particular, the right age for the first free walk is a recurring topic, which we are happy …
Who must move into a new dwelling and has there no more garden, must deliver however by no means its cat, which was before perhaps a Freigänger. Because even if it will be a change for the velvet paw at the beginning, it is actually possible to wean the cat off the outdoor access or …
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When the cat is grounded, the nerves are on edge – for everyone involved. Thus, the temporary ban on going out is not only a challenging situation for the velvet paws. External circumstances, such as illness, can force you to temporarily not allow your cat outdoors. Fortunately, you can help your cat get through this …
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Cats should be fed bread only in very small quantities, because bread contains neither nutrients nor vitamins. Especially in young and sick cats, feeding bread can be dangerous. The simpler the bread is kept, the less dangerous it is for your cat. Every cat owner knows the situation, everyone sits together in the evening at …
Anyone who keeps a pet in their home – be it a dog, cat or other small animal – knows the fear of damage to furniture and the like. While scratched doors or furniture can be easily replaced, damage to floors or walls requires comparatively high repair costs. Especially cat owners know the scratch marks …
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If your cat doesn’t like to eat her treats, you could try offering her a different type of treat. Likewise, you can try rewarding her via clicking for a positive behavior. You can also try offering a small portion of your cat’s favorite food to reward her for a mastered exercise. Cats are very finicky …
