Hello everyone. Im a new member here with a problem. I have an indoor cat who loves being outside when she can. I built her an outdoor enclosure that connects to the house via cat door, but when I put her inside she freaks and meows constantly. She continues this until I get her out. I want to train her to use it, but unsure how without making it look like I'm torturing my cat haha. Any ideas?
Join Now
Be a part of the community.
It's free, join today!
Recent Reviews
-
I found the text in this book spot on, but the illustrations aren't helpful at all. Good over all book
-
This mat caught my eye because of its size and texture, which traps fine litter rather well. It's large enough for jumbo litterboxes, which is also a plus. It's not quite as easy to clean as a...
-
This scoop was a freebie with some clumping litter I bought last year, and I like it so much that I've bought a second one. It's perfect for fine clumping litter, which it sifts very thoroughly....
-
I have two cats a 1yr old and a 5mo old and they both love this food, the duck seems to be the kind they love most. Zelda my oldest had problems keeping the wildeness food down for a few...
-
purchased this from air force exchange for use while traveling in our class a RV. its adjustable for size with a spring loaded top also by leaving out sections. the only problem with it is the...
Cat Hates New Enclosure
post #2 of 4
6/29/11 at 6:52pm
- KatKisses
- Trader Feedback: 0
-
- offline
- 2,312 Posts. Joined 5/2006
- Location: North Carolina, U.S.
- Select All Posts By This User
It may be that she does not know how to use the cat door. Try showing her how to use it by putting half of her through (holding her) a few times, then put her all the way through and sit there and show her how to open the door by opening it with your hand while she watches. Then coax her with a toy, treats or nip to come back through on her own.
If the enclosure is big enough, sit in there with her and read a book or something. Let her know that it's ok. If you cant get in it (too small) just sit next to it and put some nip, toys and treats in there for her.
I would start out with a few 1 min sessions so she doesn't get stressed out. Then increase the time as she gets used to it.
Good luck, she is lucky to have an outdoor enclosure!!
If the enclosure is big enough, sit in there with her and read a book or something. Let her know that it's ok. If you cant get in it (too small) just sit next to it and put some nip, toys and treats in there for her.
I would start out with a few 1 min sessions so she doesn't get stressed out. Then increase the time as she gets used to it.
Good luck, she is lucky to have an outdoor enclosure!!
Thank you Ill give it a shot! She better enjoy it haha!
post #4 of 4
6/29/11 at 9:40pm
- Ducman69
- Trader Feedback: 0
-
- offline
- 3,220 Posts. Joined 9/2010
- Location: Texas
- Select All Posts By This User
I don't know much, but one thing I know for certain is you can never try to force something new on a cat. If anything, trying to keep them away from something new is what gets them interested in it. Its best they explore on their own time and before you know it they will love it. 
For us, I just left the cat door propped open for a bit, and you may be able to try the same. Then after used to that, I just used greenies tossed through as incentive and they both learned quick.
Also, I bought a clear cat door, as I heard that the non-transparent ones can be intimidating to them since they can't tell if its safe on the other side.

For us, I just left the cat door propped open for a bit, and you may be able to try the same. Then after used to that, I just used greenies tossed through as incentive and they both learned quick.
Also, I bought a clear cat door, as I heard that the non-transparent ones can be intimidating to them since they can't tell if its safe on the other side.
Currently, there are 218 Active Users
(5 Members and 213 Guests)
Recent Discussions
- › LETS SEE THEM CALICOS!! Share your pics of your calico\torti kitties 2 minutes ago
- › Starving cat... *or so she seems to think* 13 minutes ago
- › Scared new kitty cries all night, doesn't eat, and nothing in the... 28 minutes ago
- › Well it finally happened. Decided to adopt the stray I have been... 30 minutes ago
- › Can a cat carry kittens through a spay surgery? 32 minutes ago
- › What are you reading? The Sequel. 33 minutes ago
- › My Cat is Having Constant Spasms and No One Knows Why!!! HELP ME!!!! 50 minutes ago
- › Diamond Food Recalls - Plant #2 Shut Down in MO 56 minutes ago
- › What do I do about Billy's weight? 1 hour, 21 minutes ago
- › Cat living in my sofa?! 1 hour, 23 minutes ago
View: New Posts | All Discussions
Recent Reviews
- › Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, Fully Revised and Updated by MeuzettesMom
- › Petmate Litter Catcher Mat Extra Large, Grey by jcat
- › SmartCat Big Mouth Scoop-Green by jcat
- › Blue Buffalo Wilderness Grain Free Dry Cat Food, Duck Recipe,... by freakNpink
- › Cat Craft 124003 3-Tier Cat Climbing Tree by turretman1st
- › Nature's Miracle Odor Control Clumping Cat Litter 10 Pounds by WendyB
- › Ever Clean Extra Strength Cat Litter, Unscented, 25 Pound Box by Anne
- › Nature's Variety Canned Cat Food, Instinct Chicken Formula,... by Bowie
- › Petmate Two Door Top Load 24-Inch Pet Kennel, Metallic Pearl Ash... by Ms. Freya
- › Arm & Hammer Ultra Last Clumping Cat Litter, 28 lbs. by Nebula
View: More Reviews
New Articles
- › Special Needs Cats: Billy by Anne
- › Special Needs Cats: Aya by Anne
- › Special Needs Cats: Peanut by Anne
- › Special Needs Cats: Joji by Anne
- › Lestat by SnowWhiteKitten
- › Special Needs Cats: Meet Little by Anne
- › Special Needs Cats: Meet Keyser by Anne
- › May Special - Special Needs Cats by Anne
- › Signatures and Showing Stuff Off by Anne
- › Candy by kittylover23
View: New Articles | All Articles
Home | Reviews | Forums | Articles | My Profile
About TheCatSite.com | Join the Community | Advertise
© 2012 TheCatSite.com is powered by Huddler Families | FAQ | Support | Privacy/TOS | Site Map
About TheCatSite.com | Join the Community | Advertise
© 2012 TheCatSite.com is powered by Huddler Families | FAQ | Support | Privacy/TOS | Site Map





