Cats Can Be Agility Stars Too—Here’s How to Train Your Feline

You’ve probably seen dogs leaping through hoops or darting through obstacle courses—maybe even while watching agility competitions on TV with your cat curled up beside you. You might have joked, “You’d never do that, huh?”

But here’s a surprise: Cats—whether young or old, purebred or rescue—can learn tricks and even compete in agility events. The largest feline competition, The Cat Fanciers’ Association International Cat Show, kicks off this weekend in Portland, Oregon.

If your cat has star potential, why not train for next year’s event? Royal Canin, the show’s sponsor, offers expert tips to help your kitty shine.

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