Introduction:
- Hook: Most people think cats can’t be trained—but they’re wrong!
- Importance: Training your cat builds trust, reduces behavioral issues, and strengthens your bond.
- Teaser: Here are 7 professional-level cat tricks that are fun, effective, and totally possible.
7 tips and trick to train a cat:
1.Sit on command:
Why it’s useful:
Teaching your cat to “sit” on command is a basic behavior that helps you control her actions, whether it’s mealtime, playtime, taking her outside, or when guests arrive. This establishes you as a calm and confident leader.
How to train a cat:
Place a treat above your cat’s head or look up. When she looks up, she will naturally lower her backside to sit. As soon as her bottom touches the floor, say “sit” and give her a treat. Repeat this process daily.
Pro tip:
Always reward immediately after correct behavior. Cats associate actions and rewards only when the timing is perfect.
2.High five:
Why is it fun:
This trick is very unique and entertaining, not only for you but it also gains the cat’s trust and makes it willing to physically interact with you. When your cat listens to your commands, it looks very impressive, which makes the bonding stronger. This trick shows that your cat is comfortable with you and understands your commands, which makes the relationship more fun.
How to train:
For this, hold a treat in your closed fist and place it in front of your cat’s paw. When she stretches her paw and touches your hand, immediately say “High five!” and give her the treat.
After a while, shape this behavior so that she can give a high five with a flat palm (open hand). Slowly, with practice, your cat will perfect this trick. Practice a little every day so that it becomes a habit.
Pro Tip:
Whenever you train, keep in mind to focus on one paw first. If you want to focus on both paws in the beginning, it can be confusing for the cat and it won’t be able to train quickly. Then once it is perfect on one paw, move to the other paw.
Whenever the cat follows your command, definitely give it a treat, the timing should be perfect, this will give more motivation to your cat and it will feel that it has done a good job.
3.Come when called:
Why is it essential:
This trick is important to train a cat so that if your cat gets lost or goes to a place that is dangerous for him, then your strong recall command will bring him back.
For example, if your cat slips out of the door or hides behind furniture, then using this command you can call him back quickly. This is a safety tool that keeps your cat safe and reduces tension.
How to Train:
To start training, first say its name in front of it in a cheerful and happy tone whenever you play a game with it or when you feed it food. Start from a small distance initially, like 2-3 feet away in the living room. Every time it comes, reward it and praise it. After a few days of practice, gradually increase the distance, like 5 feet, then 10 feet, and so on. This way the cat will get to know its name and will also learn that coming when you call is a positive thing. Practice for a little time every day so that this habit becomes strong.
Pro Tip:
Never use the recall command in a negative way, such as if the cat wakes up in a situation that might be dangerous to it or to go to the vet. If it isn’t listening to the command, you should not make it bleat in an angry manner. It’s always best to keep your behavior soft around pets.
If you associate the “come” command with these unpleasant things, the cat will start to avoid it. Always keep the “come” command positive and rewarding, such as with treats or love. This will make the cat happily come to you every time you call it.
4. Use a Scratching post instead of furniture:
Why is this important:
scratching is a very common behavior for cats. By scratching the cat sharpens its nails and satisfies its instincts. But if the cat scratches on your furniture or sofa, it can damage your furniture. So you should get a scratching post for your cat and train it to use it. This will satisfy the cat and your furniture will also be safe.
How to Train:
Place a scratching post at the place where the cat likes to scratch the most like a sofa or any other furniture. To make the scratching post attractive keep the cat’s favourite toys near it and whenever the cat uses the scratching post, praise it and give it a treat as a reward. This will motivate the cat and it will also feel that it has done a good deed. Do this trick regularly and the cat will get into the habit of doing it.
Pro Tip:
Never punish a cat for scratching, as this is natural behavior. Instead, redirect its attention by making the scratching post more appealing than the furniture. For example, make the post exciting by using catnip or toys to attract the cat to you. Punishment can confuse or stress a cat, so always use positive reinforcement
5.Walk on a leash:
Why it’s cool:
Walking a cat on a leash is a very unique and cool activity, especially for indoor cats.It gives them a chance to explore the outside world safely, which satisfies their curiosity and gives them physical exercise.
Indoor cats often want to go outside, but letting them loose can be dangerous. Leash training is the perfect solution because it gives them fresh air, new smells, and a little adventure without any risk. It’s also great for their mental and physical health because exercise helps control their weight and reduces boredom.
How to Train:
Leash training is a gradual process and patience is a must. First of all, get your cat used to wearing a harness. Leash training is a process that requires patience. First of all, get your cat used to wearing a harness in a 5 to 10 minute session so that it is comfortable with its feeling. Cats do not like harnesses, so get them used to the harness first.
And then when you see the cat relaxing with the harness, attach the leash to it and let the cat explore inside the house, but always under supervision. At this stage, the cat gets used to walking with the leash and feeling its weight.
When you see the cat comfortable with both leash and harness, take it along to a safe area but not too far away, such as a park or backyard near home. Slowly bring in the distance but see the cat’s comfort level throughout.
Pro Tip:
When walking a cat, always let the cat lead. Cats are not like dogs, who follow their owner’s direction. Cats love to explore at their own pace, and they need to feel in control. If you force them or ask them to walk in a specific direction, they might get stressed or not enjoy the walk. So, keep the leash a little loose and let the cat decide where they want to go. This makes them confident and makes the walk a fun experience.
6.Stay off counters:
Why It’s Helpful:
Cats sitting on kitchen counters creates a hygiene problem because their paws can spread germs that aren’t safe for a cooking area. Allowing cats to bask on kitchen counters creates a hygiene problem as their paws can spread germs which are not safe for the eating area. Also, it is not safe for the cats as there can be knives, hot stoves or other dangerous objects on the kitchen counter. This can also injure the cats.
If you train your cat to stay away from the kitchen, it is not only good for the cats’ safety and protection but it also improves the safety of your home and keeps you tension-free while you are working in the kitchen.
how to train:
To prevent cats from climbing on counters, you can use textures that cats do not like. For example, apply double-sided tape or aluminum foil to the surface of the counter. Cats find these sticky or crinkly textures uncomfortable, so they will avoid climbing on counters. This is a gentle way to discourage them without scaring or punishing them. Apply these textures every time you are not using the counter so that the cat consistently learns that climbing on the counter is not a good idea.
Pro tip:
Never shout or punish them. Instead, create positive experiences with their alternative space and ignore the undesired behavior when possible.
7.Enter carrier willingly:
Why is this a game-changer:
Putting your cat in the carrier without any hassle is a big game-changer because it makes vet visits less stressful for both of you and also reduces travel anxiety.
When the cat goes comfortably in the carrier, you can easily take it to the vet or on any trip. This trick keeps the cat calm and also saves you from tension, making the whole experience much easier
How to Train:
Initially keep the carrier open in the house so that the cat can explore it as cats are curious about everything inside and this is done for it. Keep cat’s favourite toys, stuff inside the carrier so that it considers it a safe place.
Slowly-slowly, when you see the cat feeling comfortable in the carrier then close the door for a little time for around 1 to 2 minutes.
If the cat remains relaxed then start extending the time slowly. This will make the cat consider the carrier a safe and positive place. Apply this trick regularly and the cat will get used to it.
Pro Tip:
Bring this training into regular practice, not just before a vet visit. If you use the carrier just to go to the vet, the cat will not consider it a safe place but will begin to associate it with fear.
With regular practice the cat will consider the carrier a normal and safe place and will be much calmer during vet visits.
Conclusion
Training a cat isn’t impossible—it just requires patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement. Start with small, achievable goals and build from there. Remember, every cat is different; go at their pace and celebrate each little success to train a cat.
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