When he was "Safe" again he climbs on Daddys lap like "oh thank God! Daddys here and I'm safe!" lol! SAVE ME DADDY! Better off really, when they like to go outside then they sometimes take off and get lost or hurt. Mine ran right for a car one time, just missed him. They aren't dogs, that's for sure.
I love this owner! He loves Lazzy soooo much! I've watched many of Lazzy's videos and it's just so fun to see how much this family adores this little guy.
what a hoot Lazarus, you and all your humans are incredible. Thank you to all who saved this beautiful boy. love all the videos. I too have rescued some very sad little kittens that would nevrr had made it. and they know who has taken them in because they love unconditionally. great idea to bring out his brothers.
Harness and leash adaption takes a while for a lot of cats. Much better to do that in the house for a couple of weeks before venturing outside. Too many new things at once. You guys do a great job with Laz. Congrats are well deserved.
I agree with this completely. I would add treats to the process, and I would take him for "walks" on his harness and lead around the house and backyard every day or every other day, but I'd wait to start taking him outside until the weather cools. Definitely keep the kids involved s much as possible since that was clearly important to Lazzy!
Yep, that's how I trained one of my cats. Then I could walk him pretty much like a dog. But you have to train a lot indoors first. Use treats to make them understand that they're supposed to follow you and make them see it as a positive experience. etc. Step one I would say is just to get them used to wearing the harness without a leash indoors ... then you add the leash and take it step by step from there.
I love how much he purrrrs! My cat barley gives me the time of day. I only get kitty love when I have treats or when I'm completely busy trying to get things done.. Only then does she wants me.
+Frozen Kitten you should do like a five minute purr compilation of him just butting in at the most inconvenient times. That is the story of every cat owner I'm sure... 😉
+Family Love Of course! Mine like to lay on my laundry while I'm trying to fold it on my bed. Or in a chair while watching tv.. or... well, I think you get the picture! They do this when I'm trying to read, also!
My cats always bother me. when i went out to buy something or visit neighbours, they will follow me . Not wanting to let me go. I love them so much. Unfortunately i have to live in other city for studying in college now. And i'm not allowed to bring cats in my boarding house, and it's difficult to take care of them here so i left them in my mother's hand. She hates cats 😁 poor them that she never pet them. They miss me, i'm sure. The oldest cat is saved by me 😀 he almost died . This year almost never happened for him too.
1. LOVED the purring, impressed that he continued WHILE putting the harness on !2. Not surprised he wasn't overly energetic on his first "walk." Cats are just too independent to accept being "controlled by a leash-- at least all the ones I've had, or seen.3. MUCH better audio balance, in comparing voices to music bed. Thanks !!
+BRYAN351 It depends on the cat though, some cats are genuinly unhappy as indoor cats and you have no other choice but to let them out, especially if they are the only cat in the house (cats aren't supposed to live alone, even with humans around). I guess you were just lucky that your cats managed to get used to being inside doors.
+BRYAN351 Not really, my friends had a cat who wouldn't stop meowing and scratching at the door for MONTHS. They even moved somewhere more safe to let him out because he seeemed so unhappy while his sister was perfectly content with being an inside cat. When he finally was able to go outside he was much happier. And your cat disliking the male cat can be because you didn't let them get used to each other slowly. They see another cat as a threat to their territory and hence act aggressive. It takes weeks if not months to slowly get them used to each other to the point where they don't fight. But all in all it depends on how long your cat has been living alone. With time the cat "forgets" how to act around other cats if they had been living as a single cat for too long and you can't get them used to another cat again.
Lazarus is such a beautiful cat with a fantastic spirit. I've never seen a cat take to the leash the first time out, except kittens of course. Keep it up and you will be able to take him everywhere on the leash. BTW it is evident that Laz knows how much you and your family love him. I will keep following Lazarus and his family.
Omg i love him !! Best U-tube channel ever in my opinion beautiful caring and loving family. God bless you all :) Tony from Edinburgh in Bonnie Scotland....
so precious! my mom's cat behaves just the same way when he gets leashed, slinking along his belly. THANK YOU for not dragging him by the leash at all, it hurts my heart when I see people doing that with their cat (except tugging them out of danger, like when they try to go under cars) if you want him to get used to it, I think more short, calm outings like this would be wonderful for him. he didn't seem agitated, just nervous.
as a cat owner my whole life, u can say laz's calm and docile lovibg nature is one of a kind! he is truly a special feline. it was destiny for you two to meet and be together forever.
Your beautiful cat is sooooo gentle. My sweet and beloved 14-year old female cat Candy had refused to wear a cat collar when she turned 2-years old. My other beautiful Himalayan Siamese male cat who is 10-years old still lets me put those collars with a bell ( helps alert the birds who visit our backyard) . I suppose pets have different personalities just like people.😃
Our cats didn't like the harness with straps, they much prefer the velcro vest type harness. We let them wear it around the house to get used to it and started by going just outside the front door for a minute, and each time we went a little farther for a little longer. Now one of our cats is so excited when he sees the harness that he puts his head through the neck hole himself. But when we first tried, we used the same type of harness you are using with the same result. Just a nervous crouching kitty.
Lazy your start in life was not easy, but now you have a wonderful life and you are a wonderful, dear boy.😘❤️ i really appreciate the video from your family..
Cute video. Try having him in the harness in the house for like a week. Then add the leash in the house and let him get used to that being attached. Then take him for walks in the house. Lastly, take him for super short walks outside, like a couple of minutes. This is a "Build up to it" kinda thing. I taught my cats to walk outside on leashes. You have to go at Laz's comfort pace, not yours. Soon he'll be good on the leash. Baby steps.
I have a huge flame point Siamese kitty that looks just like this. He's very calm. Although he won't let me walk him, I sometimes use a harness and leash rather than a carrier to take him to the vet. Unfortunately the harness pinches the back of the neck which instinctively immobilizes a cat. You can actually do this with a clothespin.
Aww! Lazarus. We tried to teach our cat to walk with a leash. No can do. You did alot better than mine. Lazarus you are just an awesome cat with the best family!
My cats did this belly crawl when I first introduced them to a harness and leash. But after a few weeks they finally got used to it. It just takes awhile for them to get used to being on a harness and leash. But they eventually like it.
You're taking such good care of him. Got him to try something out with absolutely minimal stress. Keep trying it now and then. He might get to like it.
I think you did GREAT Lazzie for your first walk!! I know that thing that seems to be followin' ya (THE LEASH) must be kind of scary, but you will get used to it with some practice ... GOOD BOY U ARE!!
He's actually doing really great for a first time ever. He looks a little unsure, but not really stressed. It looks like he just needs to get used to being restrained and having a bigger area and he'll love it.
Laz is a cutie. Almost all cats can be trained to do many things. There are many videos you could watch here on U-Tube. I've watched cats be trained to go walking on the harness, use a toilet and flush it, do acrobatic stuff and many more things. It just takes a commitment and a long time! 🌞
He didn't hate it, he was just adjusting. You chose the perfect time to take him out as cats are at their most active at dawn & dusk, as they're "Crepuscular" as opposed to Nocturnal or Durinnial (spell-check hates that word). Walking cats is all about letting them explore with all their senses even if they're not moving. Get a longer leash & just let him go at his own pace. You may need to get him a vest instead of the harness though, as my sister's cat shot out of his when he got a scare, the vests are more secure & more comfortable for Lazzie. Bringing the kids out was genius! He loves you guys so much.
At least, Lazarus walked a few steps and is able to wear the harness. Ours fought tooth and nail with the harness & lease. Then she just plopped on the concrete - WON'T move at all!!! Very Good Effort, Lazarus and GREAT PARENTS too!!!
Tips for cats on leashes; Let them wear the harness around the house so they can get used to wearing it. It was lopsided when he started walking around, meaning it may have not been tight enough around the sides. Cats like to take their precious time, so if you want them to get used to the outdoors you have to let them sit there for a while so they can get used to the smells. Besides that, you did a good job waiting for it to get a little dark, letting him find high places, and allowing people he knows with familiar smells be around him.
"He's like a ninja..." That was a great first attempt.... Oliver's pretty good on a leash, but would rather stalk birdies and bring tortured lizards home all by himself! I really love your family, and Lazzy wouldn't be the amazing Cool Cat that he is if not for all of you.... match made in Heaven! Rock on, Lazzy & Family!! =^. .^=
usually you let them drag the leash around the house to get use to it first then you take them outside and just let them lead eventually they will catch on :P
My cat trained my wife to walk on a leash. He has been doing it now over a year. It took time but once the cat convinced my wife the only way she could go outside with him was attached to the end of a leash there has been no problems.
I am currently harness training (one of) my cats. Our other two cats are indoor cats, but this one is from a previous home where he was an outdoor cat. It is important to get Lazzi comfortable around the house with the harness first before taking him outside. I've been at it for almost a month and a half with my kitty lol. See if that helps! Some cats just don't like the harness, I think it depends on each individual cat!!! Good luck! =)
OMG!... Lazzy is sooooo cute! Purring like a little machine! I just melted!... As for the harness, you need to habituate him in the house first. Put it on a few minutes, let him get used to the sensation, give him lots of treats then repeat. Same with the leash. Attach it to the harness inside the house and let him get used to it. You went a little bit too fast with the whole process. His pupils are dilated, his ears are pinned back, he is walking low to the ground and his tail is low which means he is fearful and uncomfortable. You should have started with the front yard and not carry him to the park. Cats are very territorial. They love to mark with their scent. That's how they find their way back home. In the park he didn't have his scent... Also, the leash is too short... This is a cat, don't expect him to heal. It's more him that will chose where he wants to go.... He WILL be a walking outdour cat if you take the time!... I had a cat that LOVED to go out for a walk. Whenever I would take his harness and leash out it would act like a dog! It took a couple of weeks to get him use to it though... Last thing, keep an eye for any dog off leash!
I think Lazzy I just happy to be in the house with you guys. He had such a traumatic start, it's got to feel like he is being punished or he is afraid he'll be left out again. I have outdoor and indoor cats and I prefer they stay inside. Then I know they are safe.
Haha, the flopping down bonelessly is always the first reaction to a leash. But Siamese take to harness and leash quit well and quickly. He'll love it in no time!
So Precious! Just be careful when doing this because no harness is 100% secure, so if he seems to be getting really spooked I would pick him up. They can slip out of the harness by walking backwards while the leash pulls it over their head. It only takes a second if they spook. I don't think he would stray too far from his family though! Not trying to scare you off of it because walking can be a great thing for them as long as your aware to be careful!
I literally just tried this today. One of my cats took to it easily and loved it, but the other hated it and I went home with a few scratches, haha. He loves being outside, but was definitely not impressed that he was on a lead/harness. Lazzy is so adorable. He'll get there, it takes some time!
I must say, you have done a fine job in Laz's revival-he is so handsome. and as my puss uses a harness & leash, they attach her to the porch only. kitties on leashes seem to go for a drag, not a walk, LOL.
Baby steps! Everything will have to become familiar over a few weeks. My cat started with just being put in the harness and given a treat. Then after a few days I attached the leash for a few minutes, followed by a treat. Then I put her outside the door in the outfit and gave her a treat and brought her right back inside. Somedays I was able to do this in the morning and evening. When she was ok being outside the house, then I lured her a few feet with treats. And then we were done for the day. Don't give up, it takes time and lots of treats! Have fun!
We started leash training our kitten right when we brought him home at 8 weeks and that is the best time to start when they are young. It took about a month and then after that he would sit in front of my dad and meow like to say hey take me for a walk mister lol. We had no problems walking our cat on a leash because we started him young and he adjusted well to it.
The two cats I used to have and walked on leashes were started out very young. Started with just putting the harness on them and letting them crocodile death roll for weeks off and on. I would start with the harness on for very short periods and increase it to maybe 1-2 hours at a time. They eventually tolerated it. Notice I didn't say like LOL. Then I slowly started them outside. They would still try to squirm out of the harness but really loved being outside more.
early on I think that Laz was thinking "hey I am Lazarus!!!I came back from Hades!!! you can't do this to me!!!take this darned whatever it is off now!!!!I rule this house human!!!!stop this!!! " :P
LOL I don't know what was the best part... trying to get his harness on with those gorgeous paws or the fact he wanted to be back inside other than the slide part lol
Also, if hes an indoor cat, like rarely goes out, hes going to really be wide eyed to all new sights & sounds, etc. Owl was mainly an outdoor cat when we got him from a lady who rehomed him. So, even though he was used to all that, we were in totally new areas, with all new things. Your kitty did an awesome job & walked, didnt just lay down & not move.
my dads siamese cat walks on a leash she loves it but my dad left her with the harness on for a few hours every day just to get her used to wearing it, then took her for small walks, his burmese LOVED it lol
Our Bonito became harness trained because he loved the outdoors. We told him if he wanted out, it was on the harness. No harness, no out. Laz, I think the harness and leash will work best for you in the backyard for evening meanders. You know, when everyone is out there for barbeque or just enjoying the evening air. It's fine to just want your own little patch. I remember watching my Dad trying to harness Bonito. Always a huge wrestling match. Then I would sigh, take the harness from Dad, and have it on the cat in about 5 seconds.
BWAHAHA. Cats get paralyzed with a harness. Maybe get him used to the harness inside the house. A few minutes at a time around feeding time so he gets a positive association with the "strait jacket." Is Lazarus microchipped? In case he ever decides to go out the front door on his own... What about getting him used to wearing a collar with your phone number on it?
Agree you on the microchip. Very good idea to get Laz micro chipped and make sure its registered. Best to also get a collar with ID. Laz was pretty much dead when they found him and its very apparent that he is so attached to this family, but better safe than sorry.
Lol the same with my cat. I put on the harness, and he just falls to the ground and sticks out his legs. You can practically hear him saying, "I can't move! If I can't move, I can't go outside, right? *wink, wink*"😂
Aww. I can feel how much Lazarus loves you, He's such a sweet cat.
When he was "Safe" again he climbs on Daddys lap like "oh thank God! Daddys here and I'm safe!" lol! SAVE ME DADDY! Better off really, when they like to go outside then they sometimes take off and get lost or hurt. Mine ran right for a car one time, just missed him. They aren't dogs, that's for sure.
I love this owner! He loves Lazzy soooo much! I've watched many of Lazzy's videos and it's just so fun to see how much this family adores this little guy.
what a hoot Lazarus, you and all your humans are incredible. Thank you to all who saved this beautiful boy. love all the videos. I too have rescued some very sad little kittens that would nevrr had made it. and they know who has taken them in because they love unconditionally. great idea to bring out his brothers.
It's so sweet when he comes to your lap for safety. He adores you and it is beautiful to see.
So precious that he felt more willing to walk with his brothers around.
This cat is a miracle. I just love him. The way he was found still brings tears to my eyes. I rrrrove you Lazarus.
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Harness and leash adaption takes a while for a lot of cats. Much better to do that in the house for a couple of weeks before venturing outside. Too many new things at once. You guys do a great job with Laz. Congrats are well deserved.
Agreed. Catmantoo on youtube has great training videos for cats and even one for walking one on a harness and lead.
I agree with this completely. I would add treats to the process, and I would take him for "walks" on his harness and lead around the house and backyard every day or every other day, but I'd wait to start taking him outside until the weather cools. Definitely keep the kids involved s much as possible since that was clearly important to Lazzy!
Yep, that's how I trained one of my cats. Then I could walk him pretty much like a dog. But you have to train a lot indoors first. Use treats to make them understand that they're supposed to follow you and make them see it as a positive experience. etc. Step one I would say is just to get them used to wearing the harness without a leash indoors ... then you add the leash and take it step by step from there.
What a great, beautiful cat! And that You love him so much really makes me happy -
You're so awesome, Lazzy! Pretty soon, you'll be an expert at going down that slide. Keep on purrin'.
I love how much he purrrrs! My cat barley gives me the time of day. I only get kitty love when I have treats or when I'm completely busy trying to get things done.. Only then does she wants me.
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+Frozen Kitten you should do like a five minute purr compilation of him just butting in at the most inconvenient times. That is the story of every cat owner I'm sure... 😉
+Family Love Of course! Mine like to lay on my laundry while I'm trying to fold it on my bed. Or in a chair while watching tv.. or... well, I think you get the picture! They do this when I'm trying to read, also!
My cats always bother me. when i went out to buy something or visit neighbours, they will follow me . Not wanting to let me go. I love them so much. Unfortunately i have to live in other city for studying in college now. And i'm not allowed to bring cats in my boarding house, and it's difficult to take care of them here so i left them in my mother's hand. She hates cats 😁 poor them that she never pet them. They miss me, i'm sure. The oldest cat is saved by me 😀 he almost died . This year almost never happened for him too.
Straight to the like button even didn't started watch the video yet.He's too adorable😍
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Me too :)
I'm with you girl 😻😻😻he's so CUTE!😻😻😻😻😻I WANT TO KISS HIM SO MUCH THAT CAT
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1. LOVED the purring, impressed that he continued WHILE putting the harness on !2. Not surprised he wasn't overly energetic on his first "walk." Cats are just too independent to accept being "controlled by a leash-- at least all the ones I've had, or seen.3. MUCH better audio balance, in comparing voices to music bed. Thanks !!
I adore his purr. It always makes me smile. 😊🙂✨⭐️
Cats generally feel more secure in their own homes. Best to let him stay inside where he feels safe.
I wish mine was inside cat, but nope he rather be outside cat
+icublondie My cat loves being outside... She has had a car drive by and rock flung at her, Her legs were all bloody, She still wants to go outside...
+BRYAN351 It depends on the cat though, some cats are genuinly unhappy as indoor cats and you have no other choice but to let them out, especially if they are the only cat in the house (cats aren't supposed to live alone, even with humans around). I guess you were just lucky that your cats managed to get used to being inside doors.
My cats would (and do!) tear the place apart if they can't go out!
+BRYAN351 Not really, my friends had a cat who wouldn't stop meowing and scratching at the door for MONTHS. They even moved somewhere more safe to let him out because he seeemed so unhappy while his sister was perfectly content with being an inside cat. When he finally was able to go outside he was much happier.
And your cat disliking the male cat can be because you didn't let them get used to each other slowly. They see another cat as a threat to their territory and hence act aggressive. It takes weeks if not months to slowly get them used to each other to the point where they don't fight.
But all in all it depends on how long your cat has been living alone. With time the cat "forgets" how to act around other cats if they had been living as a single cat for too long and you can't get them used to another cat again.
Lazarus is such a beautiful cat with a fantastic spirit. I've never seen a cat take to the leash the first time out, except kittens of course. Keep it up and you will be able to take him everywhere on the leash. BTW it is evident that Laz knows how much you and your family love him. I will keep following Lazarus and his family.
awww his purr....bless his little heart!
thanks for loving him heaps like this, made my day!
Omg i love him !! Best U-tube channel ever in my opinion beautiful caring and loving family. God bless you all :) Tony from Edinburgh in Bonnie Scotland....
so precious! my mom's cat behaves just the same way when he gets leashed, slinking along his belly. THANK YOU for not dragging him by the leash at all, it hurts my heart when I see people doing that with their cat (except tugging them out of danger, like when they try to go under cars)
if you want him to get used to it, I think more short, calm outings like this would be wonderful for him. he didn't seem agitated, just nervous.
What a lovely purr! Actually, for his first walk on a leash he did wonderfully.
Lazarus, you are getting more and more adorable! Good Job Lazarus!
I TOTALLY LOVE this cat's life. He is the number one luckiest cat in the entire world.
Aaaawww....he's gorgeous! What a lovely family he has - you can see how much you love him :-)
as a cat owner my whole life, u can say laz's calm and docile lovibg nature is one of a kind! he is truly a special feline. it was destiny for you two to meet and be together forever.
He is such an adorable floofy and omg the sun rises and sets on you. You gave him an amazing home and he so loves you! OMG that purr!!!!!!
Your beautiful cat is sooooo gentle. My sweet and beloved 14-year old female cat Candy had refused to wear a cat collar when she turned 2-years old. My other beautiful Himalayan Siamese male cat who is 10-years old still lets me put those collars with a bell ( helps alert the birds who visit our backyard) . I suppose pets have different personalities just like people.😃
I have nothing but love and respect for you and your family! Laz has become my all time favorite internet kitty :-D
Lazzie is so cute🐱❤️ it's so sweet to see how much he depends on you.
you sure are a Super Dad....lucky babies. Looks great on you! Keep those videos coming. Thanks.
I mean not just GREAT PARENTS - a GREAT FAMILY too. Happy it turned out well for everyone.
How could anyone not just totally love this gorgeous little boy......♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡♡
He was so cute playing with the leash, those purrs, he loves you guys so much i can see it, how precious! =) xxx
Awwwww! Lazarus did really well with a harness, much better than any of my cats ever did! It's awesome how much he loves everyone in his family! 😻
Lazzy is awesome! What a lucky cat to be saved by this HUMAN! Great family! Much respect!
Our cats didn't like the harness with straps, they much prefer the velcro vest type harness. We let them wear it around the house to get used to it and started by going just outside the front door for a minute, and each time we went a little farther for a little longer. Now one of our cats is so excited when he sees the harness that he puts his head through the neck hole himself. But when we first tried, we used the same type of harness you are using with the same result. Just a nervous crouching kitty.
I just love his purrs. aaawwwww. My cat is so lovable , loves to be held, cuddles and man she loves to be brushed . lol
Lazy your start in life was not easy, but now you have a wonderful life and you are a wonderful, dear boy.😘❤️ i really appreciate the video from your family..
Cute video. Try having him in the harness in the house for like a week. Then add the leash in the house and let him get used to that being attached. Then take him for walks in the house. Lastly, take him for super short walks outside, like a couple of minutes. This is a "Build up to it" kinda thing. I taught my cats to walk outside on leashes. You have to go at Laz's comfort pace, not yours. Soon he'll be good on the leash. Baby steps.
I have a huge flame point Siamese kitty that looks just like this. He's very calm. Although he won't let me walk him, I sometimes use a harness and leash rather than a carrier to take him to the vet. Unfortunately the harness pinches the back of the neck which instinctively immobilizes a cat. You can actually do this with a clothespin.
Aww! Lazarus. We tried to teach our cat to walk with a leash. No can do. You did alot better than mine. Lazarus you are just an awesome cat with the best family!
My cats did this belly crawl when I first introduced them to a harness and leash. But after a few weeks they finally got used to it. It just takes awhile for them to get used to being on a harness and leash. But they eventually like it.
wow..what nice Place you live...all this amazing houses,cars....very modern and pretty
how much love you have for your cat. god bless you. I have 5.😻 he is so lucky to have you guys.💙💚💛🧡💜💖💝👍
You're taking such good care of him. Got him to try something out with absolutely minimal stress. Keep trying it now and then. He might get to like it.
he's having such a good time that he is constantly purring :)
I think you did GREAT Lazzie for your first walk!! I know that thing that seems to be followin' ya (THE LEASH) must be kind of scary, but you will get used to it with some practice ... GOOD BOY U ARE!!
Haha loved when you told him he getting a little plump 😆. Sure he will get more used to the leash 👍🏼
He seems to be closer to the father. So beautiful!
He's actually doing really great for a first time ever. He looks a little unsure, but not really stressed. It looks like he just needs to get used to being restrained and having a bigger area and he'll love it.
Laz is a cutie. Almost all cats can be trained to do many things. There are many videos you could watch here on U-Tube. I've watched cats be trained to go walking on the harness, use a toilet and flush it, do acrobatic stuff and many more things. It just takes a commitment and a long time! 🌞
You really True love your cute cat❤️😻
Happiness And lucky pet cat! Thanks for sharing video👍😻😘
He didn't hate it, he was just adjusting. You chose the perfect time to take him out as cats are at their most active at dawn & dusk, as they're "Crepuscular" as opposed to Nocturnal or Durinnial (spell-check hates that word). Walking cats is all about letting them explore with all their senses even if they're not moving. Get a longer leash & just let him go at his own pace. You may need to get him a vest instead of the harness though, as my sister's cat shot out of his when he got a scare, the vests are more secure & more comfortable for Lazzie. Bringing the kids out was genius! He loves you guys so much.
He's too sweet!! He just LOVES his "brudders"!!!!!!!!!!
At least, Lazarus walked a few steps and is able to wear the harness. Ours fought tooth and nail with the harness & lease. Then she just plopped on the concrete - WON'T move at all!!! Very Good Effort, Lazarus and GREAT PARENTS too!!!
Tips for cats on leashes;
Let them wear the harness around the house so they can get used to wearing it. It was lopsided when he started walking around, meaning it may have not been tight enough around the sides. Cats like to take their precious time, so if you want them to get used to the outdoors you have to let them sit there for a while so they can get used to the smells. Besides that, you did a good job waiting for it to get a little dark, letting him find high places, and allowing people he knows with familiar smells be around him.
his purr is so loud it's cute
Our cats do the same thing. The leash hasn't worked out....yet. So cute!
"He's like a ninja..." That was a great first attempt.... Oliver's pretty good on a leash, but would rather stalk birdies and bring tortured lizards home all by himself! I really love your family, and Lazzy wouldn't be the amazing Cool Cat that he is if not for all of you.... match made in Heaven! Rock on, Lazzy & Family!! =^. .^=
who could dislike this?!? its adorable!
usually you let them drag the leash around the house to get use to it first then you take them outside and just let them lead eventually they will catch on :P
Laz! What a handsome cat you are growing up to be!
My cat trained my wife to walk on a leash. He has been doing it now over a year. It took time but once the cat convinced my wife the only way she could go outside with him was attached to the end of a leash there has been no problems.
I am currently harness training (one of) my cats. Our other two cats are indoor cats, but this one is from a previous home where he was an outdoor cat. It is important to get Lazzi comfortable around the house with the harness first before taking him outside. I've been at it for almost a month and a half with my kitty lol. See if that helps! Some cats just don't like the harness, I think it depends on each individual cat!!! Good luck! =)
What a sweet, lovey, dovey cat !! ❤
Lazzy is thinking "seriously I'm just going to lay down every like 5 seconds"
OMG!... Lazzy is sooooo cute! Purring like a little machine! I just melted!... As for the harness, you need to habituate him in the house first. Put it on a few minutes, let him get used to the sensation, give him lots of treats then repeat. Same with the leash. Attach it to the harness inside the house and let him get used to it. You went a little bit too fast with the whole process. His pupils are dilated, his ears are pinned back, he is walking low to the ground and his tail is low which means he is fearful and uncomfortable. You should have started with the front yard and not carry him to the park. Cats are very territorial. They love to mark with their scent. That's how they find their way back home. In the park he didn't have his scent... Also, the leash is too short... This is a cat, don't expect him to heal. It's more him that will chose where he wants to go.... He WILL be a walking outdour cat if you take the time!... I had a cat that LOVED to go out for a walk. Whenever I would take his harness and leash out it would act like a dog! It took a couple of weeks to get him use to it though... Last thing, keep an eye for any dog off leash!
I think Lazzy I just happy to be in the house with you guys. He had such a traumatic start, it's got to feel like he is being punished or he is afraid he'll be left out again. I have outdoor and indoor cats and I prefer they stay inside. Then I know they are safe.
Lucky cat !! ^^ you are with good people. Lovely family.
Haha, the flopping down bonelessly is always the first reaction to a leash. But Siamese take to harness and leash quit well and quickly. He'll love it in no time!
"Hell no I won't go! Hell no I won't go!"
So Precious! Just be careful when doing this because no harness is 100% secure, so if he seems to be getting really spooked I would pick him up. They can slip out of the harness by walking backwards while the leash pulls it over their head. It only takes a second if they spook. I don't think he would stray too far from his family though! Not trying to scare you off of it because walking can be a great thing for them as long as your aware to be careful!
Ohhhh his lazy eyes. I fall in love with those eyes!
Laz has a very very special bond with you. My goodness!
Great videos .... keep it up mate :)
Who is the musical artist that is playing at 03:55 please?
getting a little plump😂👍
Lol
I love watching the Lazzy videos. From his being found until now. A previous boy!
His purr is so cute!!
I literally just tried this today. One of my cats took to it easily and loved it, but the other hated it and I went home with a few scratches, haha. He loves being outside, but was definitely not impressed that he was on a lead/harness.
Lazzy is so adorable. He'll get there, it takes some time!
Don't know who suggested a harness/leash, but it is the RARE cat who will tolerate that!!
I must say, you have done a fine job in Laz's revival-he is so handsome. and as my puss uses a harness & leash, they attach her to the porch only. kitties on leashes seem to go for a drag, not a walk, LOL.
Love Lazzy. Thank you for posting; think he likes it, just needs to get used to it. That's a beautiful neighborhood. What City?
Baby steps! Everything will have to become familiar over a few weeks. My cat started with just being put in the harness and given a treat. Then after a few days I attached the leash for a few minutes, followed by a treat. Then I put her outside the door in the outfit and gave her a treat and brought her right back inside. Somedays I was able to do this in the morning and evening. When she was ok being outside the house, then I lured her a few feet with treats. And then we were done for the day. Don't give up, it takes time and lots of treats! Have fun!
He did great for the first time . Keep up the good work
The first few times my Moo hardly walked and crawled low. She loves her velcro harness/jacket from the UK
He is so cute and adorable,you got a new subscriber :)
oh my he's the little kitty who have gone viral on that snowy day and got revive.
We started leash training our kitten right when we brought him home at 8 weeks and that is the best time to start when they are young. It took about a month and then after that he would sit in front of my dad and meow like to say hey take me for a walk mister lol. We had no problems walking our cat on a leash because we started him young and he adjusted well to it.
I love Lazzy, he's so adorkable!
The two cats I used to have and walked on leashes were started out very young. Started with just putting the harness on them and letting them crocodile death roll for weeks off and on. I would start with the harness on for very short periods and increase it to maybe 1-2 hours at a time. They eventually tolerated it. Notice I didn't say like LOL. Then I slowly started them outside. They would still try to squirm out of the harness but really loved being outside more.
early on I think that Laz was thinking "hey I am Lazarus!!!I came back from Hades!!! you can't do this to me!!!take this darned whatever it is off now!!!!I rule this house human!!!!stop this!!! " :P
You have the best cat in the world, he is gorgeous))). Reminds me of Kimba the white lion 😁
he's always super chill
LOL I don't know what was the best part... trying to get his harness on with those gorgeous paws or the fact he wanted to be back inside other than the slide part lol
He's like, "What do you take me for, a dog?"
I think you have a cuddly house cat on your hands. He's just a happy indoor kitty for sure! and he loooooves you!
Oh that was soooooo unbelievably cute. Little laz is amazing. have you taken him on anymore walks since you did this video?
Also, if hes an indoor cat, like rarely goes out, hes going to really be wide eyed to all new sights & sounds, etc. Owl was mainly an outdoor cat when we got him from a lady who rehomed him. So, even though he was used to all that, we were in totally new areas, with all new things. Your kitty did an awesome job & walked, didnt just lay down & not move.
I can't get over that ge's purring while you put the harness on him!!
my dads siamese cat walks on a leash she loves it but my dad left her with the harness on for a few hours every day just to get her used to wearing it, then took her for small walks, his burmese LOVED it lol
Our Bonito became harness trained because he loved the outdoors. We told him if he wanted out, it was on the harness. No harness, no out.
Laz, I think the harness and leash will work best for you in the backyard for evening meanders. You know, when everyone is out there for barbeque or just enjoying the evening air. It's fine to just want your own little patch.
I remember watching my Dad trying to harness Bonito. Always a huge wrestling match. Then I would sigh, take the harness from Dad, and have it on the cat in about 5 seconds.
BWAHAHA. Cats get paralyzed with a harness. Maybe get him used to the harness inside the house. A few minutes at a time around feeding time so he gets a positive association with the "strait jacket." Is Lazarus microchipped? In case he ever decides to go out the front door on his own... What about getting him used to wearing a collar with your phone number on it?
Agree you on the microchip. Very good idea to get Laz micro chipped and make sure its registered. Best to also get a collar with ID. Laz was pretty much dead when they found him and its very apparent that he is so attached to this family, but better safe than sorry.
Lol the same with my cat. I put on the harness, and he just falls to the ground and sticks out his legs. You can practically hear him saying, "I can't move! If I can't move, I can't go outside, right? *wink, wink*"😂