{"id":445,"date":"2022-06-20T08:06:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-20T15:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/?p=445"},"modified":"2022-05-31T20:08:16","modified_gmt":"2022-06-01T03:08:16","slug":"take-your-cat-with-youanywhere","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eastsacvet.com\/blog\/take-your-cat-with-youanywhere\/","title":{"rendered":"Take Your Cat With You\u2026Anywhere!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Adventure cats are absolutely unstoppable in their pursuit of thrills, in part because their owners are patient, encouraging, and ready to give them whatever they need at the twitch of a whisker.  If you\u2019ve been wondering if you should take your cat with you to work, on vacation, camping, or hiking, the answer is\u2026it depends. And we\u2019ve got some tips to help you get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Wise or Folly?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many cats are perfectly happy in their sunny windowsill or satisfied in their biscuit-worthy bed. Even if they fully realized there\u2019s an entire world on the other side of the threshold, they might not miss it. That doesn\u2019t mean they are content to watch their owners leave on epic adventures every weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend taking the time to fully assess your cat\u2019s personality and behavior patterns<\/a> to understand whether they\u2019d truly enjoy going with you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Highly Trainable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cat owners can work with their cats to get them ready for whatever you have in store. Start with crate training. This creates a comforting place just for them that they know they can retreat to to feel warm, cozy, and secure. This type of containment obviously lends itself to easy travel and ensures they are safe when on the move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clicker training<\/a> is also worthwhile when you want to get your cat to respond in a specific way, and also ensures their safety when out in public. Every time they follow a command, like \u201ccome here\u201d or \u201cdown,\u201d you sound the handheld clicker. Healthy treats can also be used to reward them for good behavior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gear and Supplies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Leash training is so much fun, but it can take some time for your cat to accept their snug-fitting harness and figure out that they\u2019re attached to you. Positive reinforcement also works wonders with this process. The more they associate this process with good feelings like a treat, clicker, or praise, they\u2019ll be more likely to welcome it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health First<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Before you take your cat with you on adventures (even if it\u2019s just around the block), be sure the following are complete and up to date<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n