This clip is an example of how well positive reinforcement can work to train your cats and kittens. Willow started young and she is very eager and focused, but older cats can learn new things too! In this video Willow: goes to mat, goes to stool, sits, sits up, spins, goes through a tunnel, rides a skateboard and hi-fives! (And is precious, but that is a given!)
Foraging Cup by Fundamentally Feline
Some cats “nose” food puzzles while others use their paws to manipulate the toy. Here Soren is nosing the toy. Notice how he is only able to acquire one piece of food at a time. This limits the amount of food most cats would eat in one sitting which is why foraging can be useful to achieve weight loss in some cats. Buy this toy here.
Soren clicker training at 5 months
Soren’s clicker training performance at just 5 months of age! He does everything just as well as Willow but slower and with slightly less enthusiasm. He is just an easy going guy! It is interesting to see their differences. Do not be discouraged, they are all individuals!
Unconventional enrichment: a cat that LOVES to be vacuumed!
Have you ever had a cat that loved to be vacuumed? Lefty does! Check out this tripod and how much he loves this scary beast of a machine! He would chase us from room to room as we vacuumed the entire house. He truly sought it out!
Canine slow feeder bowls can be great for cats too!
In this clip you will view cats exploring and foraging from a doggy toy! Do not let the dog photos on the packaging deter you from trying these toys out with your cats. Notice how only one piece of dry food is obtained at one time. If your cat scarfs and barfs, foraging is for them!
Visit foodpuzzlesforcats.com for more stationary puzzles!
Clicker training hi-five to a BUNCH of cats!
This clip is from the early days. Please note it is best to work with each cat individually. This is a little chaotic but also quite fun!
