10 Ways to Train a Persian Cat to Do What You Want Them to Do

Persian cats are independent and stubborn by nature, which can cause problems if you try to make them do things they don’t want to do. They can be trained, but it will take patience and determination on your part, as well as the right Persian cat training methods. If you follow these 10 tips when training your Persian cat, you should have no trouble getting them to perform the way you want them to without causing them any stress or health issues due to overtraining.

1) Play with the cat

It might seem like you’re just giving your cat something to do when you play with her, but there are many reasons why playtime is so important. First of all, it helps you establish leadership over your cat by showing her that you’re in control of what happens in your home. It also provides exercise, which keeps your kitty healthy and gives her an outlet for some energy. And if you play with toys instead of just finger-swatting at the kitty, it will help channel any destructive behavior into an activity that has no effect on furniture or other valuables. Playtime can be fun for both you and your feline friend—as long as she doesn’t get too rough! If she starts scratching or biting too hard, stop playing immediately. She should learn quickly not to hurt you while playing.

2) Feed them what they love

If you’re having trouble getting your Persian cat to do what you want, it might be time for some rewards. Cats can certainly be finicky, but once they find something they love – whether it’s treats or toys – you can use that love as leverage to get them on board with training. Try different kinds of food and toy-based rewards and see which one your kitty likes best. Once you figure out what they enjoy, use that as bait. For example, show them a new toy and tell them, Good Kitty! Now come here! Your cat will likely run towards their new favorite toy because he doesn’t want to miss out on more fun playtime. When they follow your commands, praise them like crazy and give them another treat. Soon enough, you’ll have a well-trained feline companion who does exactly what you say. The key is to keep up the positive reinforcement! Keep in mind that even though cats are cute and fuzzy, they are still wild animals with their own independent minds. It’s important to train them while they are young so they don’t develop bad habits later in life. Positive reinforcement works wonders when training any animal – from dogs to lions – so if you put in a little bit of effort now, your furry friend will repay you many times over throughout his lifetime. Remember: practice makes perfect! Even if your Persian cat learns everything quickly at first, don’t stop practicing. They won’t always know how to do everything correctly without constant reminders and guidance. Persians are naturally smart, but they need proper motivation to learn how to listen and obey commands. A simple command may seem easy at first, but not every cat will automatically understand right away (and you shouldn't expect them to). Sometimes they need additional help learning how to listen and obey; after all, they aren't born knowing everything! Just like humans - who often need years of schooling before mastering certain skills - pets need plenty of guidance along the way too.

3) Set boundaries

When you’re training your cat, it’s important that you set boundaries right from the start. If you want your cat to keep off of certain furniture, for example, let them know what areas are off-limits. To get your cat’s attention before you set these boundaries, try using treats or toys as incentives instead of telling them no in an angry tone. When your cat knows what is expected of them and why it is expected, they are more likely to understand and comply with those expectations. The goal is to help your cat learn what behaviors are unacceptable while also keeping things positive. Positive reinforcement works wonders when training cats! The only problem might be getting them to do what you want when you actually need them to do it! A cat's ability to listen depends on how much their owners interact with them during their lifetime. Cats can have hundreds of words in their vocabulary; however, not all of these words will apply if there isn't any relationship between owner and pet. While dogs respond better when called by name, cats tend to recognize voice tones rather than verbal cues like come here. Getting a kitten used to come when called early on will help make life easier later on; so don't give up! Use lots of different voices and facial expressions until your cat starts to associate them with being called. Once you've got her attention, use food or playtime as rewards for good behavior. The key is consistency! Make sure everyone who interacts with your cat follows through with what they say they'll do every time. This includes feeding times, walking times, playing times—everything! Your cat will quickly pick up on whether something is really worth its time or not. For example: If someone says they're going to play after dinner but then never does, even if dinner was yummy, it probably wasn't worth jumping around for! Consistency helps build trust between pet and owner which makes training go much smoother in general.

4) Use rewards

If you want your cat to learn how to do something, give them praise and treats when they do it right. Even if they have no idea what you're talking about, if they did something right, tell them! They'll start doing more of whatever it is you're looking for. For example, if your cat sits and you say sit and then pet them, they will try again next time. Eventually, they will associate sitting with getting petted. It's just like teaching kids—and cats are smart enough to figure out that sitting makes you happy so they'll keep trying until they get it right! When training your cat, be sure to use positive reinforcement. This means rewarding good behavior with praise or treats instead of punishing bad behavior by yelling at or hitting them. Cats can't read our minds and don't know why we're upset; in fact, scolding or hitting can make a scared kitty act even worse. Instead, train your cat using positive reinforcement: reward good behavior by giving her some love and affection or a treat!

5) Give attention when they do something good

Be sure to give your cat attention when they do something you like, such as playing with their toys or using their litter box. Positive reinforcement is always good training. Also, be sure that you spend plenty of time with your cat; after all, they want your attention too! Take them out on walks and make sure they get lots of quality playtime with you each day. Make sure they understand what’s expected of them by giving them treats when they use their litter box. When your cat does something bad, don’t yell at him or her. It will only scare him or her and he/she won’t understand why he/she is being punished for doing something wrong. Instead, simply put him/her in his/her cage for a little while so he/she can calm down. Then let him/her out again and try again later if it happens again. If you take care of these things from an early age, then your cat will grow up knowing how to behave properly around humans and pets alike!

6) Make them work for their food

Many cat owners treat their feline companions like little princes or princesses—and, yes, they are adorable. But you can avoid having your kitten try to nibble on your fingers by making him work for his food. If you're worried about leaving him alone while you're at work, find an interactive toy that will keep him busy and stimulate his mind. Don't worry: Your Persian might be more susceptible to boredom than other breeds of cats. Cats with long hair (like Persians) may feel more secure if they have something familiar nearby like a stuffed animal or blanket from home, so leave those things out in different rooms around your house and he'll be less likely to scratch on doors or mess with electronics when you aren't home. Be sure to scoop any waste daily and clean up after accidents immediately; otherwise, your Persian will think it's OK to go wherever he pleases.

The best way to make sure you don't accidentally trip over your kitty is simply not to let her run loose all day. Letting her roam freely throughout your house puts her at risk of getting into trouble, whether she's pouncing on buttons or pulling off bookshelves. By keeping her confined in one room where she has plenty of toys and attention from family members, she won't get bored enough to want to explore further into your home—and thus avoid danger lurking outside her comfort zone.

7) Ignore them when they are bad

When your cat does something wrong, it’s usually because they want your attention. The first step in training any animal is learning to reward them when they do what you want and ignore them when they do something wrong. From there, you can start teaching them more complex things using baby steps (see below). Cats are naturally curious animals, so if you simply ignore your cat when they misbehave, they will eventually get bored and leave whatever it was that got their attention in the first place. This makes ignoring bad behavior not only easier than dealing with it right away but also teaches them where boundaries lie: whenever you show that kind of restraint towards your cat, even if just for a second or two, he’ll start to understand what good behavior looks like.

8) Help them see how fun it is to do things you want

Most cats love catnip, so when you can't entice your feline with something more obvious like an interactive toy, try enticing them with catnip. Allowing your catnip-loving pet free access to catnip is another way of encouraging good behavior in your pet. They'll associate their good behavior with being able to roll around and enjoy some kitty nirvana. The best part about using catnip as an incentive is that it's completely natural and you don't have to spend any money on toys or treats. However, use caution: If a feline consumes too much catnip they may become temporarily unresponsive or agitated. While generally harmless, these effects can be scary for inexperienced owners. It's also important to note that catnip won't work on all cats—only those who are genetically predisposed to enjoying its effects.

9) Give them options, just not good ones

A common misconception about cats is that they can’t be trained. While it may be difficult to get them to do exactly what you want all of the time, it’s certainly possible. Just make sure that if you offer your cat two options, neither of them is what you want them to do. If you truly want your kitty out of something or off of something or onto something, then think like a cat and only give her options she doesn’t like. She won’t choose either one; she will just not choose what you want her to do! For example, if you want your cat off of your bed, don’t ask her to jump down. Instead, place a scratching post next to your bed with some tasty treats on top. Your cat will quickly figure out that scratching on things other than your bed is more fun than jumping up there anyway. And voila! No more jumping on your bed.

10) Get them used to of peaceful bath

Bath time is usually pretty peaceful, but it’s important that you bathe your cat regularly. Helping them get used to being bathed at an early age can help prevent traumatic experiences that could make them more likely to bite you when they are older. As long as your cat is healthy and not afraid of water, baths are a good way for both of you to relax. If your cat has health problems or doesn’t like water, talk with your vet about how often he or she should be bathed so you can keep him healthy and happy. Keeping up with regular grooming (brushing their fur and nails) also helps keep his coat in good condition. Even regular brushing will keep fleas away too! Cats love having their ears scratched and brushed, which is another reason why bathing isn’t always so bad. But if your cat does start to squirm or seem unhappy while you are bathing her, try ending the bath quickly rather than prolonging her discomfort. This way you can finish bathing her quickly and avoid stressful situations.

In addition to making sure your cat gets plenty of rest throughout the day, sleeping on her own terms can help reduce stress and anxiety too—and everyone needs some rest! If possible, give each member of your household a separate place where they sleep—and leave one place free for visitors who might have allergies to cats.

Don't disturb them when they are asleep

The stereotypical image of a fat cat is one that spends all day sitting on its owner’s lap and sleeping. While it’s generally safe for you to wake your feline companion if he or she is snoozing, what many people don’t realize is that waking up a sleeping cat (like anything else) can be stressful for them. To avoid disturbing their sleep and upsetting them, don’t wake your feline when they are sleeping. Instead, wait until after they have woken naturally before giving them attention or giving them food. Waking up your cat too often has been shown to lead to unwanted weight gain. So make sure you leave plenty of time between visits so they can sleep as much as they need to! It will help them maintain healthy body weight.

In addition, Persians do not like to be disturbed while eating either. They tend to get upset with you if you try to pet them while they are eating or disturb their food bowl in any way at all. In fact, there are some Persians who will throw up everything they eat if they feel threatened while eating by someone touching their head or coming near their bowl! If your cat is being aggressive toward anyone during mealtime, see your vet right away as there may be an underlying medical issue causing him/her distress that needs immediate attention. And never ever try forcing a cat who does not want something done such as grooming into allowing it because most cats will react defensively in order to protect themselves from perceived threats such as these.