Cat Training
Do you want to train your kitten or cat to walk on a harness and leash?
Do you wish to clicker train your kitten or cat to perform specific cues or learn new behaviour?
Would you like to participate in a sport with your cat?
Have you always wanted to teach your cat new skills and tricks but needed help knowing where to start?
Why Train Cats?
- Provides mental and physical stimulation
- Reduces fear, anxiety and frustration for kittens and adult cats.
- Decreases boredom and unwanted behaviours
- Cooperative care for medical and grooming procedures
- Assists with cognitive learning, as well as problem-solving
- Provides an outlet for normal behaviour
- Fewer injuries to the guardian or caregiver
- Develops a confident cat
- Makes handling easier
- Strengthens the human-cat bond
- Offers a high quality of life
- Decreases the likelihood of relinquishment and even euthanasia
- Lots of FUN!
WE OFFER UNIQUE TRAINING SERVICES FOR CATS
Clicker Training: Clicker training is an excellent way to teach your dog or cat a new cue or behaviour. It’s also an excellent tool for modifying undesired cat behaviours.
Target Training: Targeting is a force-free training method that uses positive reinforcement to teach your pet to touch a body part on cue without needing to be handled. A target stick is easy to use and can help owners teach their dog or cat anything from simple cues to complicated tricks.
Cat Tricks: We can train your kitten or cat to perform many tricks, which can help reduce fear, anxiety, and frustration. Some cats are food—or play-driven and can be easily clicker-trained. Once we determine their most desirable treat or motivation, we start with weekly or monthly sessions and make it a fun experience for you both.
Kitten Training: Join our exciting Kitten Training Classes, where learning meets laughter!
Cat Harness and Leash Training: Your clever feline companion might be slightly perplexed by having a harness placed on them in the first few instances. However, with patience, perseverance, and training, we will get your cat accustomed and excited to go outdoors and roll in the sand, grass, and dirt. Cat Harness and leash walking are not suitable for every cat; forcing an anxious or skittish cat to walk on a leash can exacerbate their anxiety.
Cooperative Cat Care Training: By training our cats to cooperate willingly in veterinary care, we can significantly reduce stress for our cats, us, and the healthcare team. This training includes teaching your cat to undergo veterinary or grooming procedures, voluntary carrier training, taking medication, wearing a muzzle, clipping their nails, stepping on and off scales, receiving ear and eye medication, and being wrapped in a towel. These are just a few examples of how training can positively impact our cats’ veterinary experience.
Fearful to Friendly Cat Training: Building confidence and achieving emotional balance in your fearful cat requires understanding why some cats may be terrified of humans and new experiences. While fearful behaviour can create discomfort for both cats and humans, it’s essential to remember that, like all species, cats are influenced by their individuality, genetics, early life experiences, and environment. Join our three-week online course to train your fearful cat to be confident and friendly.
Cat Agility Training: Cat agility is a fun sport and hobby where owners guide their cats through timed obstacle courses. It’s a great way to engage in play, provide exercise, and strengthen the bond with your feline companion. Agility training can take place both indoors and outdoors. Our feline agility training sessions are live, informative, and enjoyable.
Melina is a trained, qualified, and experienced professional in Karen Pryor Clicker training. She is here to help you and your feline companion learn through positive reinforcement, all from the comfort and safety of your home.
Book your kitten or cat training session below or call 0403 939 202, email Melina@petnurture.com.au
Cat Training Booking Form
