cats in the family !!

A cat in the family allows the child to acquire a sense of responsibility from an early age and develop a more sociable , whether with animals or humans. With the cat, the child would also develop fewer allergies to hair or feathers. However, children are sometimes too exuberant in their relationship with their cat, a little education is useful .

Cats and babies

How each cat reacts vis- à-vis a baby depends on its genetic heritage , personality and experience .

To reduce the risk of problems, you need to preserve your cat respecting its place within the family , that is to say its territory and tranquility in areas where it used to be :

 Put his bed , his bowls , toys , litter box , etc. ... in quiet places .

 Once the child begins to walk , hold it away from places where your cat is eating, resting or sleeping.

 The litter box is not a sandbox : it must be covered or placed high out of reach of children.

The arrival of the baby can also disrupt olfactory territory of your cat , which can be manifested by a change in mood . Some sulk , others become agitated , or mark their territory by rubbing their facial glands to where the baby let her smell , or urinating on the new objects ( pram, high chair, crib ) . Products pheromone are available from veterinarians, you will use these objects to calm your cat.

We need to understand your cat the baby's arrival is not a negative event . Sweets and especially more attention are two tactics that can help you. However, the cat should not be cuddled or reassured worried when in the presence of the baby, it would strengthen his anxiety. Wait until he calms down or play with him and cuddle in another room .

Routine has an important place in the lives of cats , try to stick as much as possible with maximum respect for his habits. If it must undergo changes , make them at the earliest.

And if you think you can not cope with the demands of a combined infant and a cat temporarily find another home for it before the baby arrives .

Cats and young children

Past disturbances early , most cats love to be surrounded by babies, because it means more visitors at home, and more attention to them also !

But the cat may be surprised when the child starts to crawl or walk alone and cries can frighten . Plan then "safe havens " for your cat : sleeping igloo-shaped , height positions , out of reach.

The cat does not like being sued , or the continued presence of a child around him.

Parents should always monitor the interactions between the child and the animal until they are sure that the child is big enough and mature approach to calmly handle it gently and recognize his moods . Children should not be allowed to wear a cat before being strong enough to stand properly .

How to foster good relationships between children and cats

To establish a climate of understanding , you need to teach your child :

 not continue chat

 what parts of the cat cuddle : top of the head and back . The stomach should be avoided because many cats are very sensitive and can attack to defend themselves if they are coming to this place

 should never pull his tail

 the cat should always be left alone while eating , sleeping or having a wash

 he must wash their hands after petting the cat

 playing with cat scratches safely , using toys hanging from strings , balls or with a flashlight , making him chase a spot on the wall

 to sit quietly beside the cat, stroking or brushing if the cat enjoys , because it is as we learn to know