Simple solutions for common problems The following is a list of some common cat-child problems that arise and a list of possible solutions. The child wants to play in the litter box. Solutions: * Put up a child gate. * Put the litter box out of reach on a table or shelf. * Put the litter box in a room with a door that the child canot open, and install a cat door for the cat. The toddler eats the cat food. Solutions: (The same as for playing in the litter box.) The cat gets in the childs bed. Solutions: * Put a door on the childs bedroom. * Discourage the cat from going into the childs room. * Provide the cat with a perch or bed of its own. The cat uses the childs sandbox for a litter box. Solutions: * Use a sandbox cover. * Replace the sand with pea gravel. * Remove the sandbox completely. The children chase and worry the cat. Solutions: * Supply the cat with a high perch that the children cannot reach. * Provide the cat with an escape room and cat door. The cat is aggressive toward the children. Solutions: * Encourage the children to not handle the cat. * Have the children feed the cat and give the cat treats. * Contact a veterinary behavior specialist for the cat. Children can develop wonderful relationships with their cat. To help ensure that, follow some good common sense precautions and choose the right cat at the right time for your child. Both the child and the cat require a huge investment of your time and energy. You will find that if you can devote the time to both, your rewards will be far greater than anything money could ever buy. Source: peteducation/article.cfm?c=19+1278&aid=627
Posted on: Mon, 20 Oct 2014 15:05:34 +0000
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