Cat Behavior Consultation Services
Is your cat acting in ways that leave you confused or frustrated? Do you need the help of an expert to troubleshoot a specific issue? How can you determine if your cat’s behavior is “normal” or a concern that needs addressing?
Cat Behavior Consultation Services
Is your cat acting in ways that leave you confused or frustrated? Do you need the help of an expert to troubleshoot a specific issue? How can you determine if your cat’s behavior is “normal” or a concern that needs addressing?
We now have two behavior consultants to
help you with all your behavior needs!
If you have an Internet connection we can help! We work virtually with people WORLD-WIDE and can do in-person consultations in the Portland, Oregon, and Southwest Washington areas.
Standard Behavior
Consultation- Best for specific issues with a single cat, less complicated issues, or to get started in the right direction for a more complex issue.
- Examples: Occasional house-soiling, starting cat-cat introductions, play aggression, vocalizations, enrichment ideas
- 60-minute meeting via Zoom video or phone (you choose)
- Includes a same-day email summary and limited resources
- We can see your cats’ environment (e.g., litterbox setup or introduction space) to identify any red flags and make recommendations specific to your situation
- Can receive 50% of the cost of the Standard Consult credited towards the Full Service Consult if you upgrade within two weeks
- Includes one week of email support if needed
- Not meant to fully assess your situation; focus is on 1-2 aspects of your issue
Full-Service Behavior
ConsultationUp to 6-8 weeks depending on progress
- Best for situations with multiple issues and/or multiple cats. Available world-wide or in-home* (Portland, OR and SW Washington only).
- Examples: Chronic house-soiling, aggression between cats or people, fear or anxiety, or any issue that you’ve been unsuccessful with so far
- Cats’ behavior and environment assessed with an in-depth questionnaire
- Includes up to three Zoom meetings (or one in-home visit* and two Zoom meetings) to ensure you make progress and get the support you need
- Customized resources include a behavior action plan and information guides to help you along the way
- Need help? You also get email support during your consultation
- 30-day extensions are available any time for an additional $100 and include a Zoom meeting and email support
- Learn more about this service >
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a minor issue and a complicated one?
Any time more than one cat is involved or if there’s more than one issue of concern, things get more complicated and require more time and patience to resolve. If you need help determining which consult would be appropriate for your situation, please contact our team. If you just can’t decide, we highly recommend booking a standard consult to see if you click with one of our consultants – you can always upgrade to a full consultation later.
What is the difference between a minor issue and a complicated one?
Any time more than one cat is involved or if there’s more than one issue of concern, things get more complicated and require more time and patience to resolve. If you need help determining which consult would be appropriate for your situation, please contact our team. If you just can’t decide, we highly recommend booking a standard consult to see if you click with one of our consultants – you can always upgrade to a full consultation later.
I'm getting ready to adopt a new cat/kitten, and I want to get started right, do you have a service for that?
Yes, please choose the full-service consultation package. We can help you integrate your new cat or kitten into your household successfully. If you are at the very beginning of your cat adoption journey, and just need some guidance on where to start, and what to consider, we can help you with the standard consultation.
I'm not in the Portland/Vancouver area, can you help me?
Yes! We work with clients all over the world via Zoom video conferencing. Please reach out to our team if you have any concerns.
What if my cat's behavior doesn't change?
Cats are animals, and we have a limited amount of control over their behavior. Many undesirable cat behaviors take time and patience to correct – some are resolved more easily and quickly than others. There are a number of factors that can affect this, including your cat, the amount of time you can dedicate to resolving the issue, and many other aspects of your situation. But don’t worry if you need more than the three sessions included in the full-service package; that service can be extended in 30-day increments (including email support and another zoom meeting) if you need more time.
What Others Are Saying
Teddy and Fiona
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Wren and Lee
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My new kitten, Puff Daddy, would jump on resident Spicey'D and beat her up at night when we would be cuddling on the bed. He would also latch onto her with his teeth. I thought I had to re-home him and I probably came close to driving Marci nuts with my fear of not...