Are you wondering what to get the cat “that has everything” this holiday season? Or does your friend have a cat that may end up on the naughty list this year that could, perhaps, use some etiquette lessons? Training products are always a good choice for any cat – naughty or nice – on your list. The following is a list of our top picks for cat training tools.
#1 – Clicker Training For Cats Kit
This kit includes Karen Pryor’s book on clicker training cats, a clicker and treats – everything you need to start training your kitty! Arcatpet.com
#2 – Lunge Clicker
Okay, this is technically for horses, BUT attach a mouse or feather to the end of the lunge line, and you can click your cat and then reward him with play all in one device. Keep your other hand free for signals or treats. Horseloverz.com
#3 – Trick Training For Cats
If the cat on your list has already had some training, try this book that teaches some fun tricks such as begging, jumping over an obstacle, roll-over and more. BarnesandNoble.com
#4 – Crazy K Farm Kitty Holster Harness
Teaching a cat to walk on a harness opens up a whole new world for them! Now they can go on outings safely and explore more of the world, something cats LOVE to do. This harness is made of comfortable nylon that your cat can’t get out of and comes with a training pamphlet. JacksonGalaxy.com
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#5 – Treat and Train
While this product is marketed toward dogs, there is no reason why you can’t use it for your cat. You can use it to teach your cat to target certain areas, or reward him from far away (maybe you are working on a stay or “go to bed” behavior, for example). Even better, reward him when he choose to scratch his cat tree, instead of your couch. Amazon.com
#6 – Click Your Way To A Better Cat DVD
This training DVD is made by The Amazing Acro-Cats trainer, Samantha Martin. It has step-by-step instructions and bonus footage of her cats performing. Included is the DVD, training instructions, a small Pawtagraph of Tuna, whistle, clicker, target stick, and bios of all the cats. Circuscats.com
