Training your cat to use the magnetic
collar key
Before allowing your cat to use the cat fl ap, it is wise to acquaint your
self with the operation of the magnetic lock. From the outside of the
house take the collar key in your hand and then move it to the bottom
of the fi xed tunnel attached to the inner frame. You should hear the lock
mechanism “click”. (Please note that this will only work when the cat fl ap is
fully assembled).
Leaving the magnet on the tunnel, push the fl ap using your hand. You
should note that the fl ap will not open if you hold the collar key against the
fl ap in your hand – only when leaving it on the fi xed tunnel. You can prove
this by trying to push the fl ap with your hand when the magnet is not on
the tunnel.
Only when the cat is comfortable going in and out of the cat fl ap whilst
the fl ap has been propped open, (in line with the general training tips in
the previous section) should you fi t the collar key onto your cat’s collar.
When fi xing the collar to your cat, ensure that the collar key is positioned
centrally below your cat’s chin. (Please note that the magnetic collar key is
required only to enter the cat fl ap).
Some cats can take time to get used to the operation of the magnetic cat
fl ap - some learning more quickly than others. The emphasis here is on
persistence; try using a favourite treat to not only coax your cat through
the cat fl ap, but to encourage the cat to move their head, and therefore
their collar key towards the base of the tunnel.
If your cat has only just become familiar with the using a cat fl ap, it may
take some patience to teach your cat how the magnetic function works.
When your cat makes progress, give them a lot of praise. Keep repeating
the exercise until your cat can come through the cat fl ap comfortably.
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