Petsafe Easy Walk_для кошек - Инструкция (Страница 71)

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Using the Harness
We recommend you acclimate your cat to the harness indoors – with lots of
praise, petting, and play – before going outside. Use a gentle increase of
tension to encourage your cat not to strain against the lead. Apply tension if
your cat pulls away from you. Release tension when she is calm. Your goal is to
walk without tension, using a loose lead. Give rewards of treats, toys, or petting
when your cat walks calmly or remains at your side. Never jerk or yank on the
lead. Praise your cat for calm interactions and ignore unwanted behaviours.
The acclimation process can take anywhere from a few minutes to a few days,
or sometimes longer. But before too long, your kitty will almost certainly find
that the opportunity for a stroll outside is very rewarding indeed! Bear in mind
that for some cats who have rarely been outdoors, the experience might be a
bit overwhelming at first. Allow her time to move slowly, to look around, and to
feel safe. Rather than drag her in a specific direction, allow her the chance to
explore at her own pace. In the beginning, brief trips outdoors may be best.
You may want to begin near your house door or along a hedge or planted
area, rather than in the middle of an open yard. Your cat will likely feel more
comfortable and less “exposed” if she feels there is safe shelter nearby. If she
insists on trying to duck into or under things, gently guide her or pick her up,
move her a short distance away, and remember to offer rewards. If your cat is
feeling stressed, she’s unlikely to prefer treats, so use petting, feather toys, string
to chase, etc.
Once your cat is comfortable with the harness and lead and you have had
successful outdoor time, you may choose to use a longer lead (3 m - 4.5 m
light, flat lead) to allow your cat a greater range within a safe area. (Imagine
a lovely picnic on the lawn with your kitty able to explore a wide circle
around you.)
General Training Tips
Cats have an undeserved reputation for being difficult to train. Two factors play
into this: