Feline agility can be a fun way to help your cat shed those unwanted pounds. The obstacles for a feline agility course are similar to those used in canine agility, only they are smaller.
Here are a few pointers on getting your cat started:
- Many people use toys such as feathers or laser pointers to lure their cat through the obstacle.
- Treats can be used as rewards during training, but if your cat is overweight don't use too many!
- Remember to use baby steps. If you are teaching your cat to jump through a hoop, Start with the hoop on the ground, so she can just walk through the first few times. You may even need to reward her for just sniffing the hoop at first.
- There are organizations that hold feline agility competitions. Their websites are a good place to look whether you would like your cat to travel to agility competitions, or just perform some tricks on a home made living room course.
- Many agility obstacles can be made at home using inexpensive items, like PVC tubing or cardboard boxes.
- Don't forget the point is to have fun! If you start to feel frustrated with your cat, move on to something else.
