How To Train Your Cat To Play Fetch
- December 14, 2008
- 16,076 Views
Writer
BScott
Music
James Panepinto
Voice Over Artist
Peter Coleman
Who says you can’t play fetch with a cat? You just have to make it worth Fluffy’s time.
You Will Need
- Patience
- Rewards
Step 1: Think like a cat
Think like a cat. Felines are motivated by pleasure, and will do anything to get it. So figure out the perfect incentive for your cat, whether it’s a can of tuna or a ball of yarn.
Step 2: Time the training
Time your training for when your cat is in a good mood. You’re not going to get a lot of cooperation if you interrupt Fluffy’s mealtime, nap, or grooming session.
Step 3: Toss a favorite toy
Start by gently tossing one of your cat’s favorite toys a short distance as you repeatedly say “fetch.” Have a treat ready so you can reward Fluffy if she retrieves the toy.
Don’t yell; cats don’t respond well to loud noises.
Step 4: Ignore
Ignore failures. Cats don’t “get” punishment, so don’t waste your time wagging your finger disapprovingly or banishing Fluffy to the bathroom for a time-out. Instead, lavish praise (and treats) on her when she does good work.
Step 5: Be patient
Be patient. As you might have guessed, cats don’t have the innate desire to please that dogs have. Only when you’ve established a successful track record of rewarding Fluffy will she deign to be trained.
Don’t use “no” during training, as this should be reserved for important things like not shredding the furniture.
Step 6: Give it a rest
If, after several attempts, Fluffy shows a total disinterest in learning to fetch, or an inability to succeed at it, give it a rest for a while.
Step 7: Consider another trick
Consider trying another trick, like “kissing” you or proffering a paw at your command.
Cats can run up to speeds of 25 miles per hour.
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Comments (7)
it would be more awesome if i could actually see a cat fetch. I mean i could tell you that i know how to train an elephant to do the ";dutty Wine"; dance, but until i show you an elephant trained to do so ya aint gonna believe me. know what i'm saying.
over 3 years ago by peopleschamp
The video isn't titled ";How To WATCH a Cat Play Fetch";.
over 3 years ago by fembot3000
I think it goes to show that teaching a cat to play fetch is different than teaching a dog. You have to have a lot of patience and expect it NOT to go as planned. Good luck!
over 3 years ago by HeatherM
Step 1: Choose an item small enough for the cat to throw with it's paws
Step 2: When the cat throws the item, immediately run after it, acquire it, and return it to the cat
Step 3: Say ";I love you, let's do it again.";
over 4 years ago by livre
This video is cute +1 Watch my video ''How to pet a cat without getting bit''. My cats are so cute! Thanks for the tips and video!
over 2 years ago by N_Lexie_101
try soaking the ball or object in tuna or the Water in a tuna can.
over 2 years ago by TotalTim
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over 2 years ago by debasree
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9 months ago by maxpascher
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