Petsafe Easy Walk® Cat Harness & Lead - Manuel (Page 5)

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Before You Begin
This will be a learning process for your cat, as you help her accept the
harness and learn to walk with the lead. Kittens will adjust most easily to
the sensation of the harness. An older cat may require more time to get
used to the feeling of her “new clothes.” It may be best to divide the fitting
and acclimation process into several short sessions to keep the encounter
positive. Try to end each session on a pleasant note, and remove the
harness when your cat is calm. If you sense your cat’s reaction is on the
verge of escalating, do not prolong the session, as it may make the next
one more difficult!
• If your cat is sensitive to handling or becomes anxious when
encountering new things, use treats, food, petting, brushing, or a
favorite toy to make the fitting experience a pleasant one.
• Choose a quiet time and a quiet room indoors without distractions for
either you or your cat.
• Reassure kitty with a calm voice and gentle petting in areas that she likes.
• Do not scold or yell, do not force, and never hit your cat. Your cat must
feel safe in the situation or she will be unable to learn from the experience.
• Schedule whatever kitty enjoys – mealtime, playtime, petting and
brushing, or catnip fests – to happen when she is wearing the harness.
This helps her associate the harness with good things!
Properly fitted, the harness will be very comfortable and safe
for your cat. Remember that any new clothing or equipment –
shoes, eyeglasses, contacts, or braces – may feel unusual at
first, but we acclimate to them in a short period of time. Do not
let an initial reaction from your cat discourage you. Keep in
mind the long-term goal of enriching your cat’s life by giving
her broader daily experiences.
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