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Keeping A Cat.sort of?

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There is a little stray that has been running around my neighborhood for a while now. She is a small calico kitten. I can’t bear to see her on the streets. Everytime I see her she’s been getting thinner. I think she got out and no one has fed her. She’ very friendly and will come up to me and cuddle and be carried about, but only by me. She is extremely wary of others.
I want to take her off the streets for a few days until I can find her a safe home. I live near several very busy streets and my heart would break if she got run over.
The only problem is my Dad is vehemently opposed to cats. I’m 23 and I live with him. I want to know where and/or how to keep a cat off the street for a few days without his knowing it. He doesn’t have a heart for these things. I cannot keep her permanantly, but I want to take care of her for a little bit until I can find her safe, permanent home.
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to temporarily keep a cat in secret? I don’t know if she’s box trained otherwise I would just hide her in my room, but I can’t risk her ****** all over my clothes. PLEASE HELP!!
Also, I am aware of the diseases outdoor cats can carry. I used to be a vet tech, so I don’t need to be lectured on their dangers and diseases. Thank you!
My dad would never harma living creature he just is cheap and hates cats. I’m thinking of putting a locking doorknob on my door and keeping her in my room until I move out….which is probably soon. Are you sure they know where to go to the bathroom? If so, i’m golden. She’s such a sweetie.

Question by : Which of these is the best treat to use while training my cat?
All tinned:

Plain salmon
Tomato and basil flavored tuna
Lemon and pepper flavored tuna

OR

Edam cheese in little cubes (obviously not tinned)

His name is Balthazar and he is tabby, and 7 years old.

Best answer:

Answer by Tess
How about making your own natural dehydated meat. Cats love it.
Cut the chicken breast in a thin slices ( quarter inch thick ) and lay it on a rack put a pan underneath.
Put in the oven in the lowest setting for 5 hours and once in a while open the door to release the moisture. Final product should look like jerky meat. Use scissors to cut in small pieces and store in the fridge. Only for pet consumption since it’s still considered raw meat.

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Training cat with water bottle but the cat protests?

Question by Rainboh_Kitteh: Training cat with water bottle but the cat protests?
Unlike what I see most cats do my cats (well actually just of the the cats-a male) will attack me full force when I do it. Is that normal? How else can I train him?

Best answer:

Answer by Kato
I’ve found that you can train a cat with patience and the use of the word “No” in a firm voice. Not shouting, but loud and firm. Cats have very good hearing, and will pay attention to this.
You have to be consistent. For instance, if you cat attacks your feet, stop what you are doing, put your hand in the “talk to the hand” position and say “No”. Then move away from the cat. Continue as needed. The main point is to be consistent. If there is a behavior that you don’t like, don’t reward it with attention sometimes and say ‘No” at other times.
I’ve had cats all my life, and they have trained me, and I have trained them. I realize that I can’t keep bamboo plants in the house, and they don’t sharpen their claws on the furniture.

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Cat training issues with meat and aggresiveness?

Question by Rosabeth: Cat training issues with meat and aggresiveness?
My new little boy kitten gets… extremely aggressive around food. He always goes a little bit psycho when we have steak or pork or anything like that. He freaks out and attacks to get to it. How can I get him to stop?!?

Best answer:

Answer by Tea
A few quick sprays with a water bottle. You will probably be surprised at how quickly he stops the behavior.

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Question by QOY Disorderly.: Other than actually potty training my cat what options do I have?
I was wondering if it was possible to have my cat catheterized and maybe a colostomy bag.

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Answer by papergangsta22
Wouldn’t it be easier to just petty train your cat? My cat learned quickly how to go in the litter box and its not hard to clean.

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Question by PD: Who has used the litter kwitter or other cat toilet training method?
Does it really work? What if your cat uses the toilet when you aren’t home and nobody isn’t there to flush it? Wouldn’t it cause an odor problem IN your bathroom?

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Answer by Momo Kraus
just don’t train it at all! your question is correct it would cause odor. just get it to use the litter box. trust me, it’s WAY easier

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Question by PD: Who has used the litter kwitter or other cat toilet training method?
Does it really work? What if your cat uses the toilet when you aren’t home and nobody isn’t there to flush it? Wouldn’t it cause an odor problem IN your bathroom?

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Answer by Momo Kraus
just don’t train it at all! your question is correct it would cause odor. just get it to use the litter box. trust me, it’s WAY easier

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