Table of Contents
Introduction: The Ideal vs. Reality
Chapter 1 ~ What Is Needed Before You Start
Cleaning and Preparations
Essentials
A "To Die For" Potty Treat
The Toilet Trainer
The "Temporary" Litter
A Proper Toilet Seat
Additional Assets
Little Extras That Help a Lot
Items in Case of "Accidents"
Chapter 2 ~ Training for Humans
What to Do, What Not to Do
Think Like the Cat
How You Should Behave
Don't Panic and Be Calm
Everyone Needs a Safe Place to Go
Keep Distractions to a Minimum!
No "Wrong Way" to Get the Job Done
Quality Versus Quality
Are They Ready for the Next Phase?
Overview of the Training Process
Teaching a Cat Right from Wrong
Chapter 3 ~ Feline Psychology 101
What Makes Your Cat "Tick"
How Cats Think
Feline Body Language
Tale of Tails
What's Going On When They Do the Deed
Weird Behaviors When a Cat Has to Go
Pre-Potty Cat "Rituals"
Different Methods for Specific Cats
Chapter 4 ~ Assessing Cat Traits for Training
How Well Will My Cat Train?
Cat Traits in Detail
The Arrogant Cat
The Close Cat
The Confident Cat
The Declawed Cat
The Digger
The Disciplined Cat
The Fastidious Cat
The Furry-Footed
The Good Cat
The Intelligent Cat
The Liar
The Nervous/Insecure Cat
The Not-So-Bright Cat
The Obedient Cat
The Obese Cat
The Older Cat
The Sick Cat
The Sloppy Cat
The Spiteful Cat
The Stubborn Cat
The Tail Raiser
The Top Cat
The Water Hater
The Water Lover
The Young Cat
Chapter 5 ~ Tips for Smooth Training and Transition
Keys to Success
Keep Your Cat Well Hydrated!
Make Sure They Like Their Treat
Don't Use Air Fresheners
Don't Use Clumping Litter
Proper Meals for All Cats
Proper Elimination
Sharing a Single Bathroom
Making Kitty Comfy, and You Too!
Chapter 6 ~ Basic Training ~ Get with the Program!
PHASE 1: Litter Box Location
Part 1: For Resident Cats
Part 1: For New Arrivals
Part 2: For Everyone
PHASE 2: The Litter Lessens
PHASE 3: Water Starts to Appear
PHASE 4: Litter-Free and Loving It!
How Long Should It Take?
Chapter 7 ~ When Problems Arise
How to Handle It
"Stickers"
Starting to Go in the Wrong Place
What to Do If It's Done In the Wrong Place
What to Do If They Just Won't Go
Travelling with Your Cat
Moving
Interruptions to the "Life of the Potty"
When Illness Strikes
Boarding If Kitty Can't Travel
Re-Training
Old Age
Multi-Cat Households
New Cats and Quarantining
Chapter 8 ~ Meet the Cats!
Ten Real-Life Cat Case Examples
1. Sweet P. ~ The Close Cat
2. Junior ~ The Obedient Cat
3. Hickory ~ The "Tail Raiser"
4. Arthur ~ The Arrogant Cat
5. Loea ~ The Intelligent Cat
6. Tovah ~ The Good Cat
7. Katana ~ The Digger
8. Temima ~ The Top Cat
9. Katerina ~ The Water Lover
10. Frankie ~ The Affectionate Cat
Appendix ~ D.I.Y. Projects for the Handy Cat Lover
Toilet Trainer Designs
Simple Trainer
Deluxe Trainer
Double Cat Toilet Seat
Removable Bathtub Screen Cover
