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August 7th, 2009
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I have a friend whose cat suffers from agoraphobia. She is an indoor cat and she prefers to keep her world confined to those four walls, which means vet and grooming trips are rather difficult.
A great way to acclimate her to the outside is to take her out in her carrier a little bit each day. Eventually, you can graduate to a halter but always stay close to home. Try to find a vet and groomer close by. Go early in the morning before it’s busy. Reward your kitty with treats along the way and praise her, making it a positive experience. Give her something extra special when you get home, like tuna. And if she runs under the bed to hide for awhile, let her be. She just needs a little time by herself. Kelly is a dog columnist and pet writer. She lives in the Boston-area with her three pit bulls and one neurotic cat. |