Re: Two Door Deluxe Pet Porters for Cats/Kerry

[Nina]

Kerry, That's what I do.  Sit next to them while they eat in there until they get comfortable with your presence.  Then start by just touching the door without actually moving it.  If they scoot out, tell them they're silly for being such scaredy cats!  Keep this up till they let you touch the door, then until they let you move the door, then till they let you shut the door.  I know, I know, this all takes time and patience.  When you first start shutting the door, they'll probably be pretty upset about it.  Almost immediately open the door and let them run if they want.  They'll come back to eat and won't be as spooked the next time you shut the door.  Remember, all beings are individuals, if this doesn't seem like it's going to work, we'll have to come up with something else!  Keep me informed about your progress. Nina MacKenzie, Kerry N. wrote: Thanks for that Patti. I have a Petsmart just 2 blocks from me. Have you used them for ferals? If so, is there any trick you use to shut the door REALLY quickly once they're in? That's been my big problem in the past---soon as my hand goes out to shut the door, whoosh, they're outa there. <>I guess I'm going to have to try and get them used to me sitting right next to the carriers while they eat. kerry