Enhance the connection with your feline friend using these five easy strategies, recommended by a seasoned animal behaviorist.
Colominas, a renowned cat behaviorist, believes that the key to bonding with a cat lies in ensuring the feline is happy and content. He follows a framework called the RAW framework for cat care, which emphasizes providing healthy raw food, encouraging physical activity, and using clicker training.
According to Colominas, a happy cat is a well-bonded cat. He offers five easy tips to improve the bond with your cat:
- Approach the cat calmly: Cats are sensitive creatures and can be easily startled. Approaching them calmly and slowly helps them feel secure and less threatened.
- Respect its personal space: Cats value their space and privacy. Giving them space when they need it shows respect and helps build trust.
- Use gentle and slow movements: Fast and sudden movements can scare cats. Using gentle and slow movements helps them feel safe and comfortable.
- Offer treats or food to create positive associations: Treats and food can be powerful tools for building a positive relationship with your cat. Offering them treats or food in a positive context can create a strong bond.
- Spend quality time playing or interacting gently: Spending time playing or interacting with your cat helps strengthen the bond between you. Colominas recommends playing with cats for at least 20 minutes each day, noting that more playtime is beneficial.
Colominas also suggests putting cats on a scheduled eating plan to facilitate bonding moments and encourages providing outdoor experiences for cats with proper training. He believes that cats, like people with speech difficulties, can learn to communicate using talking buttons.
For more tips on bonding with your cat, Colominas invites you to check out his Instagram post offering 32 ways to bond with your cat. His advice is rooted in his personal experience with his cat, Mia, whom he strives to give a life she'd love living.
Cats can be extremely affectionate and loving towards their parents and people or animals they know and trust. However, some cats might be more distant or aloof. Regardless of their personality, Colominas' advice can help you build a stronger bond with your cat, enriching both your lives.
