How To Train Your Cat To Use A Cat Flap

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Many cat owners have experienced the feeling of being woken in the middle of the night by a call to let out their cats, only to have them change their minds and decide to return a few minutes later. A cat flap can help solve this problem.

It is operated by scanning your cat's microchip to allow access only to authorized cats and deny others access. The flap can provide a number of advantages, including:

Peace of Mind

Cat flaps are a great way to keep your cat secure and safe by letting them in and out as they please. If they prefer stay inside, they are able to do so at night. This will decrease the chance of being attacked by other cats or feral cats that might be out hunting late in the night. Many of these animals carry diseases that can be fatal for your cat, and therefore keeping them inside at night will stop them from catching them.

Conventional cat flaps can also let other cats in and out - this is a major issue for some pet owners who do not want their neighbors' cats to harass their pets, marking their homes as theirs, consuming their food or getting into fights with them. A microchip cat flap will keep other cats out by recognizing your cat's unique microchip and only unlocking for your cat is the only one to be able to enter and exit.

It can also provide peace of mind when you are away from home, such as when you are to a vacation spot or go out for the night. It connects to a hub and app, which tracks your pet's movements in and out of the home and allows you to regulate when they can come in and out via an intelligent curfew that you can set. You can also share your app access with family and friends so that they can keep an eye on your pets while you're away.

A microchip cat-flap fitted with magnetic collar keys or an infrared collar will add an extra layer of security to your cat's security by only the ability to use it when their collar is within a certain distance. It is recommended to spend some time teaching your cat how to use the flap. This is particularly important if it's not familiar with using one. Begin by leaving the flap open so that they can be able to see the world outside and smell it. Encourage them to poke their head through the hole by handing out a treat or favourite toy from either side of the flap. You can praise and reward them every time they do so. When they feel confident you can gradually close the flap.

Safety

There are a variety of cat flap installer near me flaps on the market and many of them come with different features. It is important to select the right cat flap for the dimensions of your pet so that they can move into and out with no difficulty. You should also look for a hard-wearing material that can withstand paws, claws, and rain.

Certain cat flaps can be locked in a variety of ways to protect your home and prevent burglars from entering. You can lock them manually by using a peg that is inserted into the lock, or you can opt for microchip cat flaps which allow only registered cats to access and leave the house. These cat flaps are quick to set up and easy to program, making them perfect for homes with multiple cats.

One of the major advantages of microchip cat flaps is that they enable you to track your pets movements around the house even when you are away from home. Some models are equipped with smart technology that lets you monitor the movements of your pets through the door or window by through an app on your smartphone.

This is helpful when you're worried that your cat might wander off from their home or have access to dangerous animals in the neighbourhood. You can remotely open the cat flap and check your pet's status through the app.

You can also choose a four-way manual locking system that gives you greater control over who can be allowed to enter and exit. This is particularly useful when your cat is a bit aggressive or older and may have difficulty using the traditional flap. This is a great option to stop your pet from entering your home when they are sick or if it's raining outside.

Other pet owners opt for flaps that read the microchip of their pet and only allow entry if it is registered, thus blocking other cats. These systems can be more expensive than other cat flaps but they are an effective method to stop your neighbor's cats getting into your house.

Convenience

Access to the outdoors without restrictions can help keep your cat physically and mentally stimulated. It can also reduce the amount of accidents that take place in the home. Cats are also attracted by the smell of certain herbs such as cat thyme, catnip (catmint) and clary Sage - these can be placed on either side of the flap to entice them to use it even when they are still hesitant.

If you have a small hinged panel, which can be fitted to a door or window it's easy enough to teach your cat how to use it by placing treats on the other side of the flap, and encouraging them to use it with their favorite food. It can be difficult to get them through the first time, but once they do start, they should continue to follow the habit.

Another option is to make use of magnetic cat flaps, which recognises the microchip of your pet and allows it in. They're more expensive however they work by putting magnets placed on the neck of your pet to open the flap. These can be a good solution for multi-cat households and keep out stray cats out of the home.

Other models come with different locking options which allow you to set it to open, closed, exit only or entry only. These can be useful if you want to control when your cat goes out and comes back especially late at night and you're not home. They can also be helpful in situations where you're away from home for a long period of time and want to ensure that your cat is safely indoors.

You can also choose a cat flap that connects to your smartphone and can be operated by an app that means you can control your cat flap installation cost near me's entrance and exit without difficulty. These aren't as easy to install as traditional cat flap installers near me flaps but they're much safer for your pets and offer more peace of mind. Some of these cat flaps have video monitoring and can be accessed anywhere connected to the Internet.

Training

It may take a while for a cat's body to become accustomed to going outside by itself if they have not used a flap before. Certain cats are naturally curious, and will adapt to the new experience quickly. Others may require being gently enthused and require time to master how to push the flap open using a paw or head. Observing your cat from both the inside and the outside will help you decide which training methods to employ. But remember that every cat is different.

Instead of yelling at your cat to open the flap, try to encourage them by giving them treats. Open the flap slightly (not enough to see the other side) and place an item on the opposite side. Call them through the cat flap, keeping your voice calm and positive to help make the learning sessions easier for both you and your cat. This will help your cat learn to navigate the flap by noticing that it takes them closer to their reward on the opposite side of the flap.

Once your cat starts to push the flap open by licking or shaking their head, you can begin in introducing them to the outdoors and let them experience their new freedom. It is important to monitor your cat to ensure they are safe outside. Certain cats are vulnerable to the weather or other animals, including neighboring cats.

If you're unsure whether your cat is able to handle the outside world you can always keep them inside at night, or leave the flap unlocked so that they have constant access to their litter tray, puzzle feeders, and toys. You can make sure that your cat gets the exercise and stimulation it needs however, you should also give them a chance to escape any stressful situations that could arise in the home. They'll also have the security of knowing that they can always come back home if they'd like to.