[header] How to teach your cat to jump through your arms [title] Praise your cat! [step] This is important for the set up of getting your cat in the mood to do tricks for you. If you and your cat are on good terms then your cat will be more likely to want to do what you tell it to. [title] Start with a semi-hungry cat. 
[step] Place the food dish in front of you about 4 feet (1.2 m) away. Use your cats' regular food, not treats.