My cat is a nut. He wants to go outside. Is this easy to train for him?
261008
It depends... It is fairly easy for my cat, but then again my cat is kind of patient and always let me put annoying accessories and things on him. The trickiest part is to put it on. When outside however, you must be aware that cat is different than a dog, it will tend to lead the walk than you. The training time depends on the cat. On most video that I watched about it it takes about a month to three. However it only took one week for my cat.
261009
if he is brave and not easily frightened,then this is perfect for your cat outside.If he is easily frightened,he may run out of this ,because it's desinged to protect cats from asphyxia.if he struggles strongly,he can get rid of the harness. so you need to train your cat step by step.
261010
The easy part depends on your cat's age. The younger the cat is when you get them in the harness, the better. Ease your cat SLOWLY into this new idea of being outside on a leash. Let your cat (even if you think he's too old to train!) just sit inside with the harness on for a few minutes. Then increase it by a few more minutes each day until he gets used to it. Then he won't freak out or refuse to move once you get him on the leash outside. Make sure you pet him a lot and re-assure him that everything's OK. Make it a pleasant experience from beginning to end, and eventually he will associate the harness/leash with good feelings. I hope this helps! The easy part depends on your cat's age. The younger the cat is when you get them in the harness, the better. Ease your cat SLOWLY into this new idea of being outside on a leash. Let your cat (even if you think he's too old to train!) just sit inside with the harness on for a few minutes. Then increase it by a few more minutes each day until he gets used to it. Then he won't freak out or refuse to move once you get him on the leash outside. Make sure you pet him a lot and re-assure him that everything's OK. Make it a pleasant experience from beginning to end, and eventually he will... » Read More The easy part depends on your cat's age. The younger the cat is when you get them in the harness, the better. Ease your cat SLOWLY into this new idea of being outside on a leash. Let your cat (even if you think he's too old to train!) just sit inside with the harness on for a few minutes. Then increase it by a few more minutes each day until he gets used to it. Then he won't freak out or refuse to move once you get him on the leash outside. Make sure you pet him a lot and re-assure him that everything's OK. Make it a pleasant experience from beginning to end, and eventually he will associate the harness/leash with good feelings. I hope this helps! « Show Less
261011
All cats want to go outside but once out they are out, they are frightened. Put the harness on a bit every day, then outside a bit everyday. They will adjust but remember a cat does what they want. The younger you start the better
261012
Ha! Mine too, but I'm not sure I'm the best person to answer this question (I gave up after one try). I may try again this spring, when the weather is better and they aren't so little. Heads up, the leash isn't super long either, so keep that in mind... depending on what your goal is there. And here is a link to leash-training tips from ASPCA: http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/virtual-pet-behaviorist/cat-behavior/teaching-your-cat-walk-leash Hope this helps!
2020654
if your cat was obedient, otherwise I guess it would just be crawling all over the place, or you cold use the harness and snap your cat in. This is a lovely product and worth every penny, but sometimes my dauschund doesnt want to ride in it - too spoiled haha!Karen
267685
Oh I'm sure:) but cats are a bit more stealth! They might figure out quickly how to work around it. As long as they don't step heavily on it they'd be fine. It would be hilarious to watch.
677853
Yes, it is very hard. Unless your cat uses the key, the lever inside wont drop therefore it wont open.
635872
I'm not sure if it will work too well for your kitty. My cats climb it by using the nails, of course. there is this first little room with the round hole in which they can jump on and then jump to the bigger room. If you get this cat tree i bet that your kitty will figure it out.
1273181
Yes it is easy to lock the top down n there ia also and there is a short leash that u can attach to your cats collar. We love it....
868457
It may not be "hard enough" for a cat. The large version that I have might be too large to be much of a challenge as they might be able to get their little faces in more easily than my dog.
1423636
I bought mine for my 3 year old cat that I adopted, she uses it but I had to teach her, I just laid treats in random places leading up to the top to show her its for her.
396141
Absolutely... Be sure to get a crate pad for comfort, and your cat should do great!
419855
not I, but I'd guess it'd work. sprinkle a little kitty litter in it to help the conversion. (if the kitty is used to litter) Otherwise train it like you would with litter. Litter is far less expensive though.
2024125
Well every cat is different, but I'd say the transition should be gradual. Definitely pour some of his old litter with some feces in there so he can learn to associate the smell with bathroom. Keeping his old box out for a bit of time is a good idea too, at least until you see that he willingly (and often) uses the Clevercat box.
18457
YES my cat moves a little easier but he is old and it's always hard but this helps.
1097874
this thing is so valuable as far as lifestyle, a quick fix of a plywood ramp with a piece of carpet for a short time could be used if necessary, but I doubt you need it. My 10 yr old spoiled and grumpy Main Coon handles it just fine, so a kitten would probably be able to jump the whole thing. Using the disposable tray that comes with the automatic litter box makes an easy transition as it is floor level then use the litter bagger and they'll know what to do. Get the top cover, too. This whole contraption, although crazy huge has saved our marriage, as my husband despises dealing with cat litter. this thing is so valuable as far as lifestyle, a quick fix of a plywood ramp with a piece of carpet for a short time could be used if necessary, but I doubt you need it. My 10 yr old spoiled and grumpy Main Coon handles it just fine, so a kitten would probably be able to jump the whole thing. Using the disposable tray that comes with the automatic litter box makes an easy transition as it is floor level then use the litter bagger and they'll know what to do. Get the top cover, too. This whole contraption, although crazy huge has saved our marriage, as my husband despises dealing with cat... » Read More this thing is so valuable as far as lifestyle, a quick fix of a plywood ramp with a piece of carpet for a short time could be used if necessary, but I doubt you need it. My 10 yr old spoiled and grumpy Main Coon handles it just fine, so a kitten would probably be able to jump the whole thing. Using the disposable tray that comes with the automatic litter box makes an easy transition as it is floor level then use the litter bagger and they'll know what to do. Get the top cover, too. This whole contraption, although crazy huge has saved our marriage, as my husband despises dealing with cat litter. « Show Less
1735459
See my review, but here's the quick answer: yes, if the cat isn't the type to work hard to get out of it.
1309201
My cat was rolling it all over and yes - he was pushing it into open closets and under things. To resolve I took a thick rope about 10 feet long and tied a knot in it. Before I feed him I put the rope down and make a circle with it. I then place his ball filled with food inside the circle. Now he can only move it around inside the circle - it would take more strength then he's willing to expend to get it outside. Once he's done eating (about an hour) I pick up the empty ball and hang the rope in the closet. Problem solved! This little thing is awesome - wish I had found it years ago.
2118466
It worked for me when I brought home my kitten, I just showed him where the littermaid was, put him in it and made a scratching motion with his paw, then after that he was litter trained after one tiime!
1081105
Cover it in catnip and put some treats on it and see if that helps. If he's an older cat, does he have trouble jumping that high? Some cats don't like perching up high. Yours might be one of them!