Dear Cathy, Have you seen the Savitsky cats? How did they train them to do those tricks? — Elizabeth, Garden City, New York Dear Elizabeth, Yes – the Savitsky Cats, the Ukrainian mother/daughter team ...

Which is where the second step comes into play. When they do react, say "high five" and give them the treat as their reward. Once they get the hang of that, she says to start raising your hand higher, ...