I am training Puffman to wear a harness. You’ve got to build your bird’s confidence and trust and take it slow when teaching then something new. Never force your parrots to do anything! Make learning new things fun and not scary!💚 #VCStrong #FlockPower | Parrot Playhouse

Harness training: 1. Place Harness Near Cat: Let your cat inspect the harness in their own space, like a new toy in their kingdom. 2. Positive Association: Surround the harness with treats or engage in play near it, creating a happy connection. 3. Gentle Try-On: Once your cat seems curious, carefully put the harness on during a calm moment. 4. Distract with Fun: When the harness is on, distract your cat with play or treats, making the experience enjoyable. 5. Keep Sessions Short: Start with brie

When we first started adventuring with Bao Zi, we bought the same “cat harnesses” everyone else does online.The problem? They’re usually just scaled-down dog harnesses — stiff, bulky, and made for a completely different way of moving. 🐕➡️🐈Cats’ shoulders and spines are built for flexibility — they crouch, stretch, and spring forward in ways dogs don’t.When a harness is too restrictive, it locks up that movement and triggers what’s often called the “flop reflex,” where cats freeze or topple bec