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Many people think training is reserved for dogs, but cats can be trained as well. Even if you're not interested in making Pounce roll over, you'll need to know how to discipline him for bad behavior. Learn how to do all that right here.

How To Keep Your Cat From Scratching Your Stuff

 
 
 
 
 
November 14, 2008
By Collin Walker
The bottom line is that cats scratch. They have claws and it's in their nature to scratch. They scratch to sharpen their claws and to leave their scent behind. When they scratch,...

How To Keep Your Cat Off the Counters

 
 
 
 
 
October 1, 2008
By Collin Walker
We already know cats are curious creatures. But combine that curiosity with their persistent nature and springboard legs and you’ll find these curious creatures climbing on your...

How To Introduce Two Cats in Your Home

 
 
 
 
 
September 3, 2008
By Crystal Foran
When introducing two cats to each other the challenge can be met with hisses and swats if done incorrectly. Usually the cat who has already been living in the home has claimed...

How To Get a Cat to Stop Pooping in Potted Plants

 
 
 
 
 
July 14, 2008
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By S. E. Smith
Learn how to keep cats out of potted plants, which will make your houseplants happier, your floors cleaner, and your house smelling much more pleasant.

How To Introduce Your Cat to a New Cat

 
 
 
 
 
February 19, 2008
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By Alicia Donatone
Introducing a new cat into your cat family can be traumatic for all. Here are some tips on how to make introductions run a little smoother.

How To Car Travel with Cats

 
 
 
 
 
July 10, 2007
By Staff Writer
Cat lovers hate to leave their feline buddies behind during car trips and holidays, but usually even a short car trips prompts cats to become almost feral – moaning, pacing,...

How To Leash-Train Your Cat

 
 
 
 
 
March 23, 2007
By Staff Writer
Leash-training a cat seems like a losing battle, doesn't it? If you've ever tried to walk your cat on a leash, you might have given up rather quickly, concluding that...

How To Stop Your Cat from Eating Houseplants

 
 
 
 
 
January 15, 2007
By Staff Writer
If you're a cat owner, you might have noticed it upon returning from vacation - a previously robust plant now tattered and ripped. Or maybe it's been happening bite-by-bite over...

How To Begin Cat Toilet Training

 
 
 
 
 
June 8, 2006
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By Donna Reynolds
If you have a cat, you already know how unpleasant it can be to keep the litter box clean. But did you know that cats can be trained to use the toilet? It's true, and you...

How To Train Kittens

 
 
 
 
 
May 30, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
Spending some time to train your new kitten will be much easier than trying to undo bad habits in an older cat. But you may be wondering what the best...

How To Train Your Cat

 
 
 
 
 
May 25, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
If you have a cat, especially with behavior problems such as scratching, not using the litter box, or meowing all night long, you may be wondering how to train her to get her to...

How To Keep Cats from Urinating on Furniture

 
 
 
 
 
May 17, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
One of the worst problems owners encounter about cats are litter box problems. While most cats will use a blanket or carpet if they decide not use the litter box, some cats...

How To Stop Your Cat from Biting

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
Cats bite for many reasons. Some cats suddenly lash out and bite you out of the blue. Others give warning signals such as a lashing tail or a growling sound before biting. But...

How To Keep Your Cat from Urinating Everywhere

 
 
 
 
 
April 18, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
One of the biggest behavior issues with cats is litter box problems. Start by making sure your cat's litter box is appropriate for them to use. Otherwise, they will continue...

How To Turn Your Outdoor Cat into an Indoor Cat

 
 
 
 
 
April 16, 2006
By Simone P.
There are several reasons you might want to turn your outside cat into an indoor cat. You might be concerned about her safety as a road gets busier by your house. You might notice...

How To Stop Your Cat from Spraying

 
 
 
 
 
April 13, 2006
By Simone P.
You might be tempted to be very angry at your cat for spraying in your home, unfortunately, this will not deter your cat. It might even make him spray more!   Here are some...

How To Litter Box Train Your Cat

 
 
 
 
 
April 10, 2006
By Carrie Grosvenor
From the age of about four weeks, kittens know to seek out soft, dry material in which to "do their thing". Cat litter is specifically made to be comfortable for cats...

How To Stop House Cat Behavior Problems

 
 
 
 
 
April 9, 2006
By Theresa Halvorsen
People adore having cats as pets. Cats are more independent than dogs, often require less work than dogs, are soft to touch, some like to cuddle on laps and beds and the purring...

How To Understand Cat Behavior

 
 
 
 
 
April 5, 2006
By Alison Jones
Understanding a cat's behavior is relatively easy - you simply need to spend some quality time with your pet to get a "baseline" of his current behavior.
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