Collar Training

[Lennybells]

Help! My kitten Hobbes likes to explore, and I am worried that he might get out. We got a collar for him with his info, but he hates wearing it. He is fine for the first little bit, but he always manages to get it in his mouth, and my arms are covered in scratches from him panicking, so I am hesitant trying it again. Does anybody have some tips and experience with getting a kitten used to a colour without him hurting himself? Thanks in advance.

 

[maggie101]

My indoor cats are micro chipped. Never could get one on my cats either. I have cubes for her to prowl,tower,scrtchers,wand toys to keep her busy. None of my cats are interested in going outside. My cat Coco is afraid!

 

[iPappy]

I would only put the collar on for a few moments at a time when you can distract him with play, treats, etc. so he gets used to the sensation and feel of the collar, and take the collar off before he manages to get it in his mouth.
FWIW a lot of kittens and puppies do this. Collars are new, and feel annoying to them but with a little time they do seem to grow out of it!

 

[Lennybells]

Thanks for these tips. Hobbes has officially excepted it, and is now all good.

 

[iPappy]

Thanks for these tips. Hobbes has officially excepted it, and is now all good.

I'm sure he looks extra handsome in it, too!

 

[Lennybells]

I'm sure he looks extra handsome in it, too!

He does!!!