What to do with a cowardly cat: tips for Murka's psyche
If a cat is afraid of everything, then the owner is also to blame; not everything depends on the breed and temperament of the animal.
Experts have given some advice that may be useful for Murka's psyche. The main thing to remember is that every pet, like a person, is an individual.
So, what to do with a cowardly cat. First, you need to understand the reasons.
1. The animal is simply driven by the instinct of self-preservation, which is not alien even to domestic pets.
2. Accumulated life experience may play a role. For example, a kitten that was picked up on the street may remember a person's rude behavior for a long time.
3. The reason may also lie in a change of environment, which cats change with great reluctance and not of their own free will.
What to do with a cat
1. If you have managed to establish the cause of stress, then you need to create the most comfortable conditions for the animal to exist in the apartment. The pet's personal space should be arranged where it is used to hiding in case of a threat.
2. But violent methods of mental hardening will only worsen the situation. There is no need to drag a cat or a cat outside if they persistently make it clear that they are not happy with such a decision.
3. If the cat is afraid of loud sounds, you need to accustom it to them gradually. You can diversify the animal's "outlook" by periodically letting it get acquainted with new living conditions.
4. If the animal is afraid of strangers, then there is no point in dragging it into a noisy company. It is better to wait until it gets used to it and starts appearing in society on its own.
5. If you need to transport your pet, you must do so in a special carrier.
Cat phobias can be managed with sedatives – catnip, catnip or other natural antidepressants.
