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Originally Posted by spinrah
I disagree with the spray bottle idea. Cats are not trainable in the same way as dogs (they don't respond to punishment). Although you might think you are teaching them 'no,' you are actually teaching them to fear you. The spray bottle idea sounds good in theory, but in actuality what ends up happening is your cat starts to associate the water being sprayed on their face with your presence. This is because every time you spray the cat in the face with water you are standing right in front of them. Too many times I have seen this strategy backfire on people. They don't usually associate the spray bottle with the action that they are doing (i.e., chewing plants, jumping on counters, etc.), and will probably continue doing it when you're not home... because they only get sprayed with water when you're there.
Have you tried bringing an orchid around your cats? My cat doesn't care about them at all. She does try to eat pretty much every other plant I have, but the orchids don't tempt her. I would try bringing one around your cats first and see what happens. If they do end up chewing it then the best strategy is to put it somewhere out of their reach. Perhaps invest in a grow light if that spot is not very bright.
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I believe chillies are toxic to cats.
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Cats are trainable. My squirter bottle has taught cats not to claw furniture and not to bother the plants. I have had cats all my life, and not one of them didn't respond to negative reinforcement. No, they aren't dogs and don't respond like dogs, but they do learn, and some of them are very smart . Dogs respond better to positive reinforcements. A stern voice is usually all they need for correction, but treats work better.
Check this out.
The Savitsky Cats: Super Trained Cats Perform Exciting Routine - America's Got Talent 2018 - YouTube
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