2024年9月30日 · Lift the cat gently and slowly. Now that you're holding the cat with both hands, just gently lift the cat up, towards your chest. Try to make contact with the rest of your body as early as you can when you lift it up. This can help the cat feel more secure early in the process.

2020年6月13日 · One of the things that all cat parents should master is how to properly pick up a cat. The concept may sound simple, but it involves an understanding of how to properly introduce yourself to cats, read cat body language, and use techniques for …

2024年7月4日 · Picking up your cat correctly can ensure that your cat does not associate being picked up with stress and discomfort, and it can also prevent you from suffering a retaliatory scratch or...

2025年2月18日 · Lifting with both hands equally (so their entire body moves in one smooth, steady motion), bring the cat’s body close to yours. Use the elbow of your dominant hand to support the cat’s butt, all while pinning them gently but firmly against your chest.

Lift the cat slowly and smoothly, using both hands to support their weight evenly. Hold the cat securely but gently against your chest. When putting the cat back down, lower them slowly and gently onto a stable surface. It’s important that your cat …

2025年2月5日 · Understanding the right way to lift a cat is essential for their comfort and your safety. In this guide, we’ll explore the best techniques to pick up a cat properly, ensuring a stress-free experience for both you and your feline friend.

2023年9月15日 · Picking up a cat means lifting the animal and holding it correctly so as not to cause the cat discomfort or distress. To pick up your cat, approach calmly, lift your pet gently, support her body, speak softly to your cat, and always pay attention to any signals your furry friend gives that tell you she doesn’t want to be picked up.

Be sensitive to your cat’s tolerance levels and always have a purpose for picking him up. If your cat loves being held, then enjoy that closeness, but if he doesn’t, be respectful of the fact that lifting him up changes the level of security. Don’t insist of holding a struggling cat with the intention of getting him to surrender or adjust.

2023年5月30日 · Lift Gently: Lift your cat using a smooth, gentle motion. Avoid jerky movements or squeezing them tightly. Lift them close to your body to help them feel secure. Hold Securely: Once lifted, cradle your cat securely against your chest or in your arms. Ensure their body is fully supported, and they feel comfortable.

2023年6月18日 · Every cat has their own preferences for how to be picked up and held. But Dr. Liu says there are a few general guidelines, the first being to never grab, hold, or lift a cat by the scruff of their neck. “It can be painful, lead to significant fear and stress, and takes away their sense of control,” she says.