What to do if your cat is afraid of the carrier: there is no option not to use it
The carrier should accompany the cat and its owner during every trip. Even if the animal does not show any desire to sit peacefully inside, its use should not be neglected – for safety reasons.
To ensure that your purr perceives this important accessory as a safe place and not a threat, you need to choose the right carrier for your pet and accustom it to a calm stay inside it from an early age.
How to Train a Cat to Use a Carrier
The first thing every owner should do is place clothes with your scent inside the carrier.
Thanks to this trick, the animal will certainly become interested in the cage and come closer to it.
Treats, hugs and toys will help in training your pet - all material things should be placed near the carrier for the first few days.
When you notice that the cat calmly enters the carrier, begin to slowly chain the door. Sooner or later you will reach the point where it closes completely.
The first time you lock your cat inside, it's only for a few minutes. Gradually increase this period of time.
If you have a very stubborn individual who does not want to sit inside the “transportation device”, try spraying a pheromone-based spray in the carrier – it should help the animal calm down.
Remember: adult cats are especially resistant to change, so it's important to introduce them to the carrier at an early age.
