Some cat owners would say it’s shameful to own a cat who does these things but those of us with such cats know differently. These cats tend to be very affectionate and trainable and have a good sense of humor. Not that there’s anything wrong with the traditional feline. The seriousness of their dignity is often good for a laugh. Among the breeds that tend to act more dog-like are the Burmese and Siamese.

If your cat acts like a dog, you are not alone. There’s even a group here at Catster for those people. But, we must ponder: how do we know it’s not actually dogs that act like cats?

Kelly is a pet writer. She lives in the Boston area with her three pit bulls and one neurotic cat.

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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.

Sounds bizarre, but it works. And your cat can’t blame you for it – it’s the table that’s being sticky – not you.

But indoor cats can crave the outside as well. Luckily, there are a few ways you can accommodate. For one, there’s the cat harness. At first, you may be dragging your kitty around but he’ll eventually learn to walk with it. Then, there’s the cat stroller. Yet another option is the enclosed cat run. However you do it, your indoor cat will thank you for the breath of fresh air.

We do not respond very well to punishment or “negative” reinforcement, so the best way to change any bad behavioral problems that we may exhibit is through acknowledging our good actions with positive reinforcement. Trust me on this. Making us understand what the good actions are will eventually discourage the so-called “problems.”

So, can we train our cats to roll over? It’s tough since, unlike dogs, cats have no master and thus are not eager to please. To entice your cat, try using treats. It’s good to start with simple things like “come.” Another simple trick is “up,” where the cat stretches up on his hind legs. Whatever the trick, the key is not to force them to do anything. Cats have to be convinced it’s worthwhile.

After all, they prefer to get us to jump through hoops for them.