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kitty be good cat behavior consulting

About

My philosophy is that there are no "bad" cats; they are merely ​communicating in the only way they know-how. It is my absolute ​passion to bridge the gap in communication between cats and ​their owners.

With 18 years of experience as a veterinary technician , I bring a ​wealth of knowledge in animal care. My passion extends to a ​specialized focus on cat behavior, where I have been studying ​and providing consultations for over 15 years. I am dedicated ​to enhancing the well-being of our feline friends and their ​guardians through understanding, compassion , and expert ​guidance.

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Services

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Solutions that work ​for both you and ​your cat.

Early socialization is ​the key to a happy ​well adjusted adult ​cat.

My goal is to enable ​animal shelters to ​provide the best ​possible chances for ​cat adoptions.

Behavior Consults

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Litter box avoidance

Urine marking

Inter-cat aggression*

Cat-to-human aggression

Inappropriate scratching

Counter surfing

Anxiety and stress-related issues

Introducing new pets

Feeding and food-related issues

Attention-seeking behaviors

Environmental changes.

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I offer both virtual and in-home behavior ​analysis and intervention.

Included in a consultation:

A detailed assessment of your cat’s behavior ​history.

A one-hour consultation either virtually or in-​person.

Written recommendations

Two follow-up emails.

*Inter-cat aggression cases can often be complex and ​may require additional sessions to address adequately.

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Kitten Kindergarten

This enjoyable three-part class will provide you with the tools ​to set your kitten up for success!


You will learn:


How to walk your kitten with a harness and leash

How to teach your kitten to sit

How to train your kitten to come when called

Cooperative care techniques for vet exams and nail trims

How to acclimate your kitten to their carrier

Strategies for litter box success

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Classes are available in the

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Class size is limited to 6 kittens

Would you like to host a Kitten Kindergarten class at your facility?

Contact me today

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Jodi Summers from Kitty Be Good providing a group class at a local shelter regarding cat behavior

Pricing is contingent on the duration of time and ​location of service.

Shelters

Cats often experience high levels of stress ​while in shelter environments. At Kitty Be ​Good, I prioritize alleviating this stress and ​reducing the length of their stay by ​providing comprehensive training to staff ​and volunteers. Training covers various ​aspects, including housing, enrichment, ​low-stress handling, and clicker training.

For cats that exhibit unwanted behaviors, ​making them less attractive to potential ​adopters, I offer evaluations and behavior ​modification services. With our clicker ​training and behavior modification ​techniques, I aim to increase their chances ​of finding loving homes.

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