How can I get my kitten to play without toys?

Cat toys can be improvised using wadded up paper balls and empty plastic drinking bottles. One cat will love hiding in cardboard boxes, while another will adore chasing ping pong balls. You can also play games with your cat, like King of The Castle and Fetch.

Can I hit my kitten to discipline?

Never hold down, shake or hit your cat. Physically harming your cat can actually make the situation worse and cause her to lash out or become withdrawn. Also, cats have a hard time associating the physical punishment with the bad behavior, so you’re not actually training her to stop doing it.

How do I punish a kitten?

Whenever possible, give treats, praise, and attention to your cat if it is behaving nicely. If you notice it lying next to something it used to chew, reward it. If you notice it scratching the scratching pole instead of your sofa, reward it. Your cat will quickly learn the difference between good and bad behavior.

Do kittens get bored of toys?

Cats become bored with the same toys after some time. Keep a supply so that you can rotate, hiding items temporarily and then reintroducing.

What age do kittens start playing with toys?

Locomotory play is fully developed at 10 to 12 weeks of age, and is important in the development of balance and agility. Since play is such an important component of kitten development, proper play and exercise should be encouraged.

Is it bad to spray your cat with water?

Spraying cats with water from a squirt bottle is not a reinforcement; it’s a punishment. The inappropriate behavior will fade away, the bond between you will be strengthened because you’re giving rewards based on something your cat does (i.e., operant conditioning), and your cat won’t fear or distrust you.

Can you spray a kitten with water?

Use a water spray bottle: No one, including cats, likes to be squirted with water. Try a quick spritz at your cat if they are somewhere or doing something they shouldn’t be. It’s likely that after a few times, just reaching for the spray bottle deters the bad behavior. Cats do not like the textures.