Yes on all these points. Although I never had to resort to use spray bottles or hissing to enforce the rules.
Use their name often (they love that). Also surprisingly sniffing things is everything to them. When playing do not let them use their nails (Just saying ouch and immediately stop playing is enough to point out you do not approve).
My cat will tap my hands when playing, but rarely use his nails, only by accident.
Make sure that there are multiple spots in the house where they can sharpen their nails. A single scratching pole is probably not sufficient.
We made the mistake of laughing when she pounced our toes in bed. Oh dear, when her claws need a trim and she lands on a thin blanket, it's no good. So we run her more during the day and she isn't as feisty at night. Come morning though...
Yes on all these points. Although I never had to resort to use spray bottles or hissing to enforce the rules.
Use their name often (they love that). Also surprisingly sniffing things is everything to them. When playing do not let them use their nails (Just saying ouch and immediately stop playing is enough to point out you do not approve).
My cat will tap my hands when playing, but rarely use his nails, only by accident.
Make sure that there are multiple spots in the house where they can sharpen their nails. A single scratching pole is probably not sufficient.