Behavior/Lifestyle Counseling
for Cats
We get it—cats can have their idiosyncrasies. Sometimes they’re endearing; other times, not so much. When behavioral issues begin to affect their relationship with you, your family or other animals in the household, Cat Tales’ behavior and lifestyle counseling can help.
- Common feline behavior issues we see
- Aggression toward other cats or humans
- Compulsive/repetitive behavior
- Excessive vocalization
- Hyper nighttime activity
- Litter box issues
- Urine marking or spraying
- Obsessive grooming
- Scratching
- The behavioral services we provide
We take a holistic approach to understanding and resolving the underlying cause for unwanted behaviors in your cat. This includes:
- A team made up of an experienced veterinarian and veterinary technician will meet with you, taking time to learn about your cat’s lifestyle, history, diet, relationships, physical environment, and other factors that may have an impact on behavior
- The team will also examine your cat and assess any medical issues
- Based on this comprehensive evaluation and a thorough understanding of your cat, we’ll provide a written behavior modification plan for you and your cat
- We’ll stay in regular contact with you to monitor your cat’s progress and whether any changes to the plan are needed
Even if you just have concerns that your cat is bored or lonely—if you work outside the home every day, for example, or another pet has passed away—we can make recommendations regarding toys, feeding options and waterers, and interactive play sessions to help your cat adjust and live the fullest life possible.
Ensuring a fear-free experience
At Cat Tales, we want your cat to have a fear-free experience whenever they visit our practice. As a calm cat-only clinic, we do everything possible to ensure your cat can get care without the anxiety and noise that often occurs around dogs. Plus, by giving them a positive experience, your cat is more willing and able to receive help when something more serious happens.
To learn more about Cat Tales’ behavioral/lifestyle counseling services or schedule a consultation, please call us at 530.517.5100.
