Category: Cats

Pilling Your Cat the Low Stress Handling® Way

There are many different ways to “pill” a cat. None are fun for either of you. Here are a few useful tips on how to NOT pill your cat.

Medical Conditions and Behavior

Because many behaviors result from underlying medical conditions, a change in behavior may be the first sign you see.

What is a Catio?

The outside world is not the safest place for an indoor cat. A great solution to keep them safe yet let them enjoy outdoor reinforcement is to create a catio.

Hyperesthesia Syndrome in Cats

Feline Hyperesthesia syndrome (FHS) means “too much feeling”, hyperesthesia is the opposite of anesthesia which means a lack of feeling or no sensation at all.

Teaching Go To Mat for Cats

Teaching your cat to go to a mat is an easy behavior that supports exercise, enrichment, and engagement for you and your cat.

How Do I Prepare My Kitten for Veterinary Visits?

A little bit of preparation will reduce stress for both you and your cat when visiting the veterinarian.

Low Stress Handling® Silver-Level Certification

Individual Certification at this level demonstrates to clients and employers the individual’s dedicated interest in Low Stress Handling®. Hospital Certification at this level demonstrates to clients and staff the hospital’s commitment to appropriately training staff in Low Stress Handling® methods.

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