FAQ

No. I am not a veterinarian and I do not diagnose or treat medical conditions.

I provide behavioural consultation and environmental support based on feline behaviour science and current best practices.

If there are signs that a medical issue may be contributing to your cat’s behaviour, I will recommend veterinary evaluation.

I am currently completing my formal certification in feline behaviour and continuing education with CASI.

This means I am actively training, studying, and refining my practice under structured learning. I work within a clear scope and refer out when appropriate.

I believe transparency is important, and I will always prioritize your cat’s wellbeing over taking on cases beyond my scope.

After booking, you will receive an intake form so I can understand your cat’s history, environment, and current concerns.

You will receive a written summary and structured plan following the session.

In most cases, yes.

Feline behaviour is highly nuanced, and subtle body language cues are often missed in verbal descriptions. Video allows for accurate assessment of posture, timing, proximity to resources, and environmental layout.

You may be asked to provide recordings of interactions, play sessions, feeding routines, or the physical environment.

Providing video is a standard part of behavioural consultation and allows for more precise, responsible recommendations.

If video cannot be provided, consultation may be limited.

Behaviour change takes consistency and adjustment.

Many guardians notice a reduction in intensity or frequency within a few weeks when plans are followed consistently. More complex cases may take longer.

Behaviour work is iterative, we adjust based on how your cat responds.

I cannot guarantee specific outcomes.

My role is to assess patterns, provide structured guidance, and adjust plans as needed. Many behaviours improve significantly with environmental clarity and routine changes, but every cat and household is different.

The goal is progress and reduced stress, it’s not perfection.

Many behaviours that appear “aggressive” are actually driven by fear, stress, overstimulation, or unmet instinctual needs.

Part of our work together is identifying what category the behaviour falls into and responding appropriately.

If I believe a case requires veterinary behavioural support, I will let you know.

It rarely is.

Behavioural tension usually develops from environmental mismatch, routine disruption, unclear resource distribution, or instinctual needs not being met, and not from guardians doing something “wrong.”

Seeking help is a responsible and compassionate step.

Domestic cats do not form rigid dominance hierarchies in the way many people imagine.

Conflict and tension usually arise from competition over resources, space, or unclear boundaries and not from a need to “establish rank.”

Our goal is to increase predictability and reduce stress, not to force one cat to “submit” to another.

Please provide at least 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Sessions missed without notice may not be refunded.

If during assessment I determine that your cat’s case would benefit from veterinary behavioural support or medical evaluation, I will communicate that clearly.

Your cat’s wellbeing always comes first.

Yes, in certain cases, veterinary evaluation is required before we begin behavioural work.

I will not take cases involving the following unless a veterinarian has recently examined the cat and ruled out medical causes:

Behaviour and health are closely connected. Many behavioural concerns are influenced and can be entirely caused by underlying medical factors. Working on behaviour without ruling out medical causes is not responsible practice.

If I believe veterinary evaluation is needed, I will pause behavioural consultation until that step has been completed.

Your cat’s safety and wellbeing always come first to me.

Yes. Even long-standing behavioural patterns can improve with appropriate environmental adjustments and structured support. Progress may take time, but change is possible.