Understanding Cat Behavior: A Compassionate Guide to Training and Communication

Learn to speak your cat's language-practical tips and compassionate training tools for owners

Have you ever wondered what your cat is trying to tell you? Understanding Cat Behavior will give you deeper insight as to why your cat does what it does-and what you can do to manage its behavior. This complete guide is packed with information and compassionate training techniques that can help you improve your relationship with your four-legged friend through a comprehensive understanding of feline behavior.

From communication to playing, grooming, feeding, and beyond, you'll find helpful knowledge about cat behavior at all stages of life, from kittens to seniors and all the wonderful years in between. Here's everything you need to know to become the best cat parent you can be!

Understanding Cat Behavior includes:

• Behavioral basics-Explore information about typical cat behavior by age, sex, and breed, as well as historical context on their evolution and domestication.
• Training tricks-From teaching basic commands (high five, come along, up/down, etc.) to tackling problematic cat behavior (aggression, anxiety/fear, attention-seeking, etc.), you'll find a wealth of humane training tools.
• Multi-cat methods-Discover practical pointers for multi-cat households, including how to introduce a new cat, keep the peace between cats and other animals, and more.

Get to know your cat better with Understanding Cat Behavior.

BETH PASEK is the owner of Finicky Cat Sitting and Behavior, LLC, a multi-year award-winning pet sitting and animal behavior company for both cats and dogs. She is also a supporting member of both the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants-Cat Division and the International Association of Animal Hospice and Palliative Care.