What do kittens need to learn? Basic training for kitten maintenance knowledge!

 7:46am, 19 June 2025

For many pet owners, they not only hope that the cats at home can bring endless happiness to their owners, but they also hope that the cats have some small skills. Of course, the IQ of the cats cannot keep up with humans, but as long as the owners teach them patiently, they can definitely learn basic things.

Kitten have two ways to learn: initially it was the female cat's words and deeds, and then it was learning and growing through experience. Every time a kitten makes a move, if it turns out to be what it likes, it will stick to it.

Learn to bite and scratch:

Kitties must be educated as early as possible to prevent excessive behavior and use their weapons (tees and claws). During the play, kittens will gradually learn how to bite and scratch the appropriate severity.

Learn how to play:

Play plays an important role in the social life of kittens, encourage kittens to explore everywhere and promote the physical development of kittens. Playing can also drive away the loneliness of the kitten. Toys alone are not enough. Only when it keeps chasing, running, playing and playing, can it become truly excited.

Learn how to hunt:

In the wild, kittens started to learn hunting skills very early, and kittens in their first month already knew the basic postures of hunting. However, it was only in the sixth week that the female cat brought her prey back, and she knew what could be eaten. By the second month, the kittens already knew how to overcome their inner fears and mastered hunting techniques.

How to urinate and defecate:

Female cats will educate kittens to urinate and defecate. During weeks 5 to 6, kittens will know how to use litter box and will take a long time to cover their own poop with litter box. If the kitten has not received the correct training, it can be placed in the litter box, pinch its claws and dig a hole, and then cover up its feces. Repeat the above movements many times and the kitten will know how to urinate correctly.