Providing help with:
House-soiling
- Peeing/pooping outside the litterbox
- Marking and spraying
Destructive behavior
- Undesirable scratching or chewing
- Destruction of furniture, doors, walls, etc.
- Eating inappropriate items
Aggression toward other animals, family members, or strangers
- Biting, hissing, clawing
- Bullying, chasing, fighting
- Rough play (nipping, scratching)
- Resource guarding (food, furniture, litter boxes, etc.)
Fear, shyness, anxiety
- Hiding, freezing, nervousness
- Clingy or needy behavior
- Trouble being left alone
- Noise or other phobias
Excessive vocalization
- Nighttime yowling
- Meowing excessively
Depression
- Grieving or sadness after significant life changes
- Lack of energy, listlessness, or sleep problems
- Lack of interest in food or regular activities
- Boredom or inactivity
Excitability
- Excessive nighttime activity
- Running away or escaping
- Restlessness
Undesirable behaviors
- Jumping on counters
- Knocking items over
- Not coming when called
- Poor obedience skills
- Unruly behavior
Unusual behaviors
- Excessive grooming, licking, or rubbing
- Agitation, pacing, or repetitive actions
- Compulsive or obsessive behavior
Kitten socialization
- Enrichment
- Proper play
- Identifying and preventing common behavior problems
- Reading cat body language
New cat introductions
- Integrating new cats into the household
- Introducing new cats to existing pets
Preparing for changes
- Bringing home a new baby
- Moving or construction
- Change to routine or members of the household
Preparing for veterinary visits
- Carrier training
- Car travel
- Harness and leash training
Cooperative care
- Nail trimming
- Grooming
- Administering medication
Senior cat care
- Simple adjustments to make your home more accessible
- Providing extra warmth and comfort
- Reducing pain and discomfort
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