Cat Behavior Solved

01/04/2023

When you punish a cat for exhibiting a behavior you don’t like, it doesn’t stop the behavior. First, it’s important to understand that regardless of how unwanted the behavior is, it serves a purpose for the cat. Your cat isn’t scratching on the sofa or jumping on the counter just to make you mad. Animals engage in behaviors that serve a function (i.e. a pay-off). Additionally, many of the behaviors cat parents view as unwanted, such as furniture scratching, are normal, natural behaviors. When you sq**rt the cat with water for scratching the furniture you may momentarily stop the behavior but the cat has a normal and natural need to scratch. If he gets punished every time he attempts to engage in a normal behavior, he will probably become afraid of you and he’ll also continue the behavior in secret. That’s a very stressful combination.

11/24/2022

Insight into your cat’s behavior. Now offering 30 minute phone/zoom consultations for $30!

11/21/2022

This cat has always loved grass. Lounging in it and eating it (and then barfing). 🤣

07/06/2022

Chouchou is ✨thriving✨ right now!

Can I tell you something? A big fear I have is that people will fall in love with Chouchou online…and then want to buy Persian cat. So please know that if you love kittens like Chouchou, the last thing on earth you should do is support the breeding of Persian cats!

Persian cats are bred to have unnaturally flat faces for no reason other than the aesthetic preference of humans. But this brachycephaly leads to many problems for them, including respiratory issues, eye issues, and often congenital abnormalities including cleft palates, like Chouchou has. Unfortunately most of the kittens born with these medical problems will not be lucky like Chouchou—they will suffer and die as newborns, because it is very difficult and not cost efficient to save a kitten like Chou. Kitten deformities & death are just part of the cost of doing business for a Persian breeder! In fact, Persian cats have the highest infant mortality rate of any breed, according to research.

So while I’m happy that we all love Chouchou, I just want to continually emphasize that Chouchou’s story isn’t one about how Persian cats are desirable animals. His story is about why no one should ever, ever support the breeding of Persian cats. The truth is that most people have no idea what they are supporting, or getting themselves into, when buying a Persian kitten. But babies like him don’t deserve to suffer or die just so someone can make a quick buck off of the ignorance of others.

P.S. Don’t believe me that these cats are often born with cleft palates? Check out who is raising another little Persian kitten named Cabbage with the same exact problem (I’ll pop Cabbage’s photos in the comments.) Cabbage and Chouchou are two of the lucky few who live to have someone tell their story, and to advocate on behalf of those who are less lucky than them. If you love them, please — never breed or buy these flat-faced cats. ♥️

01/24/2022

Giving a pill to a cat can seem daunting--but I'll show you how to make it easy! Learn more about helping kittens at http://www.kittenlady.org

01/16/2022

Watch my video to learn about the cool science of orange cats!

12/07/2021

Delicious

10/18/2021

One kitten is half a kitten. Two kittens are a whole!

10/11/2021

RIP Cole ❤️

COLE
3/1/12 - 10/10/21

I'm so sorry everybody... we'll be saying goodbye to Cole later today 💔

He put up a brave fight that was helped by all of the love you sent his way, but his body can't support itself any longer and he let us know it's time...

We'll be furever grateful for the amazing support you've sent our way over the past 9 years, this handsome house panther had a pawsome life and made a big difference in the world.

Rest in peace buddy 🖤

10/03/2021

09/25/2021

My website is currently down.
Registerdotcom said I didn’t renew my domain (which I did) and they transferred my domain to New Venture Services who is not making my domain available. When I Google it, it turns out the two companies are in kahoots and this is a scam to get you to buy the domain back for a bunch more money.
I will slowly be adding my blog posts to my other company’s website, petbehaviorsolved.com, but it will take some time.
If you have any specific cat questions please email me at [email protected]
I appreciate your patience.

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07/19/2021

07/02/2021

Cats have a reputation for being quiet pets who will only let out a gentle meow to remind you it's dinnertime. Or perhaps, a quiet hiss if you push your luck and pet them too long. However, the following cats didn't get the memo. Meet five of

06/27/2021

When you think of a pet being fearful of fireworks, the image of a trembling, whining or drooling dog may come to mind, but what about cats? Your cat may also be frightened by fireworks. It makes sense that July 5th is the busiest day at the shelters due to dogs and cats who have ...

06/13/2021

CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — Michelle Huntington was on her way home from work, sitting in the drive-thru line at the Burger King in Semmes, Alabama, on April 25, when she saw a post about a lost cat on Facebook.

06/13/2021

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With her eyes fixed and unblinking, her legs bent, and her tail twitching, your cat sets her sights on that catnip mouse. She creeps steadily forward until—ATTACK! That toy never had a chance. Your cat's stalking behavior is definitely entertaining. You could watch it all day long, but have

06/11/2021

With the temperatures in Arizona regularly reaching 100 degrees, many stray/feral trappers work throughout the cool evening temperatures. It was around midnight on Saturday April 20th, when Melinda Blain set out to assist a local team. They'd discovered some kittens during TNVR work so were heading....

05/05/2021

Bonded pair up for adoption in San Diego!

04/26/2021

I'm sure all the pet parents out there will agree!