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Old 07-28-2008, 03:34 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by LoganSnake View Post
"'Scruff Him' - This is one of the most effective forms of discipline of cats. It mimics the punishment given a kitten by his mother when he became unruly. Grasp him by the scruff of the neck and firmly push him groundward, while saying "No!" in a firm tone of voice. Hold him in this position for only three or four seconds and release. Chances are, he'll slink away, thoroughly chastened, to bathe and recover his dignity. But he'll remember this lesson for a long time."
Funny, my little one scruffs him with love. I'm not sure if I can handle scruffing them, but I'll definitely have her try that.

Jorge, I'm not too keen on crating them as punishment at this time and I'd never hit them.
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