Training Your Cat To Wear A Harness

Cats are wary of items they are not familiar with, so if you are planning to leash-train your kitty, the first step is to introduce the leash and the harness. When buying one, make sure it is designed specifically for cats. Place the leash and harness in a spot where your kitty tend to stay most of the day and give him time to check it out. Once he's familiar with the harness, you can now try to put it on him while he is relaxed or while napping. Don't forget to have his favorite treat on hand. Positive reinforcement is important so the cat will view the leash and harness as a positive experience. Be quick but calm as you slip the harness on your pet's body. Make sure that it's not too loose or too tight; you should be able to fit 2 fingers between the harness and the body of the cat. During the first few attempts, leave the harness on while giving your pet a bite of his favorite treat. After a few minutes, remove the harness and give him another treat. With consistency and lots of treats, your pet will be more comfortable wearing the harness and you can now try to walk around inside your home before your kitty is ready to go on outdoor excursions.

Before taking your pet cat on outdoor excursions, it is a good idea to ask your veterinarians Rochester, NY if he is well-protected from specific diseases and parasites.