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- If you want to receive affection, you must also give it
- The techniques of love and involvement
- A good helper means more affection
Cats have a reputation for being independent, indifferent and even suspicious animals, but although they can be like that sometimes, we shouldn't label them, because they can also be very affectionate and tender animals. When they want, of course.
Just like people, each animal has its own character and personality. Cats, like dogs and humans, respond depending on the treatment they receive.
This means that if your cat is a little difficult, the best way to start changing this situation is to improve your relationship with him. Keep reading this PeritoAnimal article where we'll give you some tips for your cat to be more affectionate.
If you want to receive affection, you must also give it
As mentioned earlier, although we are all born with a personality, it is true that this can be molded with time and effort. In cats, it will depend especially on how you live with the animal, that is, how you treat it.
If your cat is new to the house, it may be awkward and uncomfortable. This is totally normal as your pet has to learn to know you, both you and your new home. Changes often cause stress in cats, so don't be surprised if you see your cat reacting negatively. Make sure the environment is as comfortable for him as possible.
The basic keys for your cat to be more affectionate, whether it is a new member of the family or not, are three: patience, closeness and a lot of love.
The techniques of love and involvement
To make your cat more affectionate, you will have to change its life dynamics a little. Don't be scared, it's just a little bit.
In fact, it will be enough to spend time and quality moments with your cat. Give it time, a cat is not an accessory to decorate the house. If dedicated, your pet can be an excellent and loving companion. Of course, it's not about spending the whole day with him, but doing things like letting him sleep next to you while he's watching television or being next to him while he's sitting on the couch talking to someone on his cell phone.
If you like, you can go a little further and let him sleep with you in your bed at night or during a nap after your meal. And speaking of food, invite him to eat at the same time as you, this will be like sharing a table with a friend. From time to time, surprise him with something like a piece of fish and when he comes to you, offer him a caress.
Keep in mind that cats are exceptional animals that like to be wanted and wanted. Especially when teaching him to be more affectionate, you should seek him out to caress him and spend time with him. So, another way to get your pet to be more affectionate and, above all, to draw your attention, is to encourage him to play with you. Having fun together, while maintaining pleasant physical contact, gives you confidence and security.
A good helper means more affection
It's not entirely true that cats like solitude. In fact, they really like the company, to feel you close, to know that you are keeping an eye on them and that you make them participate in the routines of the house.
If you call your cat to accompany you and "help", for example to make the bed or the room, the animal will gain this habit, and whenever you do, it will certainly accompany you. Now, if you don't pay attention to it and simply feed it, the cat will certainly not be attracted to your company for anything.
If the cat is startled for any reason and withdraws and hides, it is not recommended to force it stepping out of your comfort zone. Make use of one of the basic keys above, use your patience and with a soft tone try to calm him down.This is the best way to get him out of hiding.
We must never forget that cats learn nothing through violence. Treating and punishing him aggressively and disrespectfully will only create a feeling of fear in him and then when you want to educate him to be affectionate, it will be too late and it will cost even more. If your cat is having any bad behavior or attitude, of course you should correct it directly, but always appropriately and with the use of positive reinforcement.
The same happens with exaggerated caresses. If you don't want pampering, don't force him, when your cat wants them and you need them he will ask you. If even after your rejection you continue to treat him with love, you will see how soon he will be purring and asking you to hug him.
Most important of all is, learn to respect your pet's space and personality. No matter how hard you try, some cats will always be more affectionate than others.
