The behavior of cats often arouses the curiosity of the humans who live with them. Why do you knead surfaces like the sofa or bed? Why does he lick me and then bite me? Others are as striking as his penchant for “torturing” mice before eating them.
We also find gestures that are part of their nature, such as opening their mouth slightly when sniffing something. Scratching is another gesture they perform instinctively, to keep their nails sharp. That is why it is important to provide him with a suitable scratcher, so that he does not destroy your sofa or your curtains.
In this regard, there is a recurring behavior in kittens that also endangers the decoration of your home: their eagerness to throw objects in their path to the floor. The books on a shelf, a vase or a cup of coffee on the table… with a single swipe of his paw, your cat will throw it far away and, surely, cause a mess.
Cat education is essential to correct any behavior that is inconvenient for us. This should be started when the animal is a puppy, as this will make it easier for it to learn what is good and what is not.
It is important that training focuses on positive reinforcement. That is, reward the behaviors that we want him to repeat, instead of scolding or punishing him when he does mischief. You want to make sure he understands the firm, firm “no” command, so he listens when you tell him not to throw things. Next, offer him an entertainment alternative such as a toy and that way he will know that throwing things on the floor is not okay, but that he should have fun with his own toys.
