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==Prevention==

==Prevention==

As with fear in any species, the rule of prevention being better than cure certainly applies. It is essential to remember that cats need to be taught to live in human society and to accept that all of the signs of human activity are, in fact, normal. To this end, it is paramount that breeders understand the importance of the [[Feline Socialisation|socialisation period]] and ensure that there is sufficient and appropriate socialisation and habituation of very small kittens.  

As with dogs, the mainstay of prevention of emotional problems in cats is proper socialisation and habituations to stimuli during the sensitive period of development. However, the [[Feline Socialisation|socialisation period]] in cats ends at around 6-7 weeks of age, when kittens are typically still with the breeder. It is therefore essential that breeders take primary responsibility for providing appropriate socialisation and habituation of very small kittens.  

Prevention of feline fear, anxiety and phobia problems

Prevention of feline fear, anxiety and phobia problems