A small part of a cat's character is also passed on by its mother.
Breed and many other factors help to define, in part, the character of a cat. If possible, it may be interesting to learn about the animal's past when you are about to welcome it. Was he separated from his mother too soon or exposed to violence? The behavior of the master and the educational methods can greatly impact the character of his little companion. Let's take a closer look.
Factors that influence the character of a cat
We usually choose a cat based on its physical assets. But its character is a criterion that also interests many people wishing to welcome a new companion into their family. This character depends in part on:
- Of his race,
- Its history and its conditions of socialization,
- From the education he received,
- From his experience with humans.
- From the environment in which he was born and then raised.
A small part of a cat's character is also passed on by its mother. In addition, the kitten learns a lot from her during her first months and models her behavior on that of her mother. If she is stable and patient, her little ones will be more likely to be too. In the same way, the mother's anguish is often transmitted to her kittens.
Cat breed and character
If the physical peculiarities of a cat make it possible to determine its breed, the character traits are for many related to the breed. In this field, there are standards of which here are some examples.
- The Siamese is a cat-dog,
- The Abyssinian is curious,
- The Carthusian has a very strong personality,
- Persian, Burmese, Sphynx, Ragdoll are affectionate,
- Main Coon, gutter cat, European, Somali, Turkish Angora are playful and dynamic.
Of course, a breed of cat can have several character traits. The Abyssinian for example, who shows great curiosity is affectionate, intelligent, very active and is a strong head.
Knowing the standards of a breed is important because it allows you to choose a cat according to its character traits. Some people are looking for a discreet cat, others a very cuddly cat and still others a demanding cat with a strong personality.
Education and character of the cat
Even if it is very different from the dog, the cat can be educated by its master. The ideal is to do it as soon as possible to instill some good manners. In the majority of cases, the cat easily learns the basic rules, but the kitten is much more malleable than the adult cat. If it is a strong head, it is necessary to arm yourself with patience, while a curious or calm and affectionate cat is more easily educated.
The cat's personality is structured from an early age. If it leaves its mother too early, the kitten may find it difficult to get used to humans. It is therefore recommended to set up a tactile relationship by handling it regularly, several times a day. This will allow him, as an adult, to be more confident, less wild, less fearful. It is also very important so that later the little feline does not become aggressive.
In addition, a kitten that has not been raised by its mother during its first weeks of life, may have behavioral disorders since self-control has not been instilled in it. It is common for these kittens to become biters. The master of the little feline must therefore perfect his education by teaching him not to bite when he plays. It is essential that this learning is done smoothly, playing with the animal and especially not with brutality. Adopting an education system that is too abrupt may have a detrimental influence on the cat's character.
If the master himself is not very patient, he has every interest in opting for a breed of cat that does not have a strong personality.
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