Stop punishing your cat and start praising him instead!
Your cat is by nature a clean, fastidious creature—so why has he stopped using the litter box? And what can you do to get him back on track? This book gives you the inside scoop on litter box protocol and how to better understand your cat's needs so you can nip problems in the bud—or prevent them before they start.
Good Cat! outlines a step-by-step retraining program for your cat that clearly explains:
- How to pinpoint the cause of the problem
- Why punishing your cat isn't the answer
- The pros and cons of various types of litter and litter boxes
- How to teach your cat litter box basics
- The best methods for removing odors and stains
- How to introduce change without upsetting your cat
Your cat is trying to tell you something when he rejects the litter box. With this book, you'll discover how to respond properly—so you can say Good Cat!
What makes a well-behaved cat forget her manners, and what to do about it
Each year, thousands of cats lose their homes when their owners become frustrated with inappropriate elimination behavior, not realizing it can be corrected. In this unique guide, Shirlee Kalstone provides a complete list of factors that can trigger unacceptable bathroom habits and offers an uncomplicated, step-by-step system to retrain the most recalcitrant cat.
Shirlee Kalstone (New York, NY) has been a breeder of dogs and cats for 40 years and is the author of 12 pet books.
About the Author
SHIRLEE KALSTONE has been a breeder and owner of cats and dogs for nearly forty years. She is the author of twelve books on pets, including Poodle Clipping and Grooming: The International Reference, Third Edition (Howell), How to Housebreak Your Dog in 7 Days, The Common Sense Book of Kitten and Cat Care, and The Common Sense Book of Puppy and Dog Care.
