Behavior/TrainingEvery cat guardian wants a kitty who is friendly, relaxed and lovable. But, as with any relationship, there may be a few “bumps” along the way. Perhaps kitty is a little hyper at times. Or he's hopping up on your counter. Or maybe he's chewing on your plants.You can change these behaviors—and for most, it's relatively simple to do so. Armed with the knowledge contained in the articles below, you will be able to ensure that both you and your kitty can live harmoniously together. Perhaps the best advice we can give you on how to ensure that your kitty is happy, loving and well adjusted is that you should spoil him with affection—talk to him, pet him, play with him; and most of all, be sure to give him plenty of love and attention. Check out the wealth of information on cat behavior and training in the following articles and online resources. A Cat’s Social Life How to ensure that your cat is sweet, loving and well adjusted; how to cure boredom and loneliness; the importance of play therapy; treating the stressed-out cat. Litterbox Problems How common litterbox problems can be avoided or solved and the most common reasons cats stop using the litterbox. Includes precautions for kittens and declawed cats, plus related articles and links. Scratching Why cats scratch; how to train kitty to scratch on his scratching post rather than on the furniture; and more. Feline Aggression and Biting Offers suggestions for how to train kitty not to bite or nip while playing. Hyperactivity Offers tips on how to calm down your "crazy" kitty. How to tame the tiger in your house, feline nocturne, play therapy; and more. Chewing Simple ways to discourage kitty from chewing on plants; why some cats suck on wool; and how chewing on particular objects can be a warning sign of medical conditions. Spraying Why cats spray and how to resolve the problem. Cats With Other Pets How to properly introduce your pets and more. Advice on choosing the best pet for your pet, living with cats and dogs together and how to make the introduction process go smoothly. Training Why training a cat is entirely possible; how using aversives is the best method, how to change your pet’s behavior and more. Arrival of New Baby Why keeping a cat in your home does not risk the health and well-being of your baby, all about toxoplasmosis (did you know there hasn’t been a proven case of transmission from cat to human?) and more. Offers related articles on pregnancies, babies, myths and more. Cat Behavior Classes FVHA is excited to present a series of Cat Behavior Classes to help cat guardians understand their feline’s behavior. Classes are held periodically at the shelter building. | Off-Site Resources 10 Tips for Preventing Pet Behavior Problems General Cat Behavior Feline Behavior |