Reward-Based Methods That Make Sense to Cats and Their Loving Guardians
Didn’t know your cat could be trained? We’ll show you how!
Is your cat scaling counters, shredding furniture, ambushing ankles, or giving the carrier the side-eye of doom? You're in the right place.
We use gentle, science-based methods that make sense to cats, and the people who love them, so behaviour changes translate into a home that functions better for everyone.
We’ll start with a quick chat to hear about what’s going on, then meet online to create a realistic, cat-friendly plan that fits your home and your goals.
Start Here, Then Pick the Purrfect Path
Every cat (and household) is unique. These first steps help us understand your goals, your cat’s behaviour, and the dynamics of your home to help you build a plan that works.
Everyone begins with a free Discovery Call + Clarity & Direction Meeting before selecting a program.
Playful Training Moments With Cats
Clarity & Direction Meeting
This meeting is about understanding what’s driving the behaviour, putting practical management in place, and getting started with training you can use immediately. Before we meet, you’ll complete a questionnaire and submit a couple of pages from your workbook to help us understand your cat’s environment, routines, and triggers. During our session, we’ll paw over the “why” behind their behaviour and create a tailored, practical plan you can start right away.
You’ll come away with a clear plan, demonstration videos, and a practical training framework you can apply across different goals. We’ll get you started with a simple, useful skill right away, plus two weeks of email and text follow-up support to help you build confidence as you put everything into action.
Private Training Programs
Once you’ve had your Clarity & Direction Meeting, you can choose the level of support that fits your needs, schedule, and goals.
Sessions are held virtually via Google Meet for your cat’s comfort, with an opportunity to work in-person if the training steps call for it and only when your cat is comfortable and progressing well.
No stress, no travel, no hissing involved.
Clicker Curious Program
We’ll cover the basics of clicker training and enrichment so you can start teaching simple skills and building confidence. Perfect for curious cats or guardians who want to see what modern cat training looks like.
Introducing The Clicker To A Kitten
Good Paws Forward: Everyday Cat Skills Program
We’ll focus on a specific behavior or goal, such as counter-surfing, rough play, carrier training, appropriate scratching, or harness and trick training. You’ll learn how to reinforce calm choices, redirect problem behaviors, and make small changes that have a big impact.
The focus is on skills that improve daily living — so routines, boundaries, and shared spaces work better over time.
Living Well and Whisker Wise Program
For guardians who want to expand what life with their cat can look like, whether that means tackling several behaviours or exploring new experiences together.
We help you and your cat build the skills that support more freedom, more activities, and a fuller life together for years to come.
We’ll build confidence and cooperation through tailored sessions that cover everything from counter-surfing and furniture scratching to low-stress handling and care (aka cooperative care), harness walking, and fun enrichment.
Why Cat Training Works
Cats Are Capable Learners
With the right approach, cats learn just as effectively as dogs. Training gives them a clear way to understand what earns rewards, making behaviour change feel predictable rather than frustrating.
Training Supports Everyday Living
Cat training isn’t just about tricks for show. It helps with daily realities like scratching choices, accepting carriers, and completing care routines, the things that shape life at home.
Collaboration Without Force
Reward-based training gives cats choice and agency, which supports confidence and cooperation instead of avoiding you when you enter the room or causing additional behaviour issues such as aggression.
Skills Carry Into New Situations
Once you understand how your cat learns, you can apply those skills to new goals as they come up — from enrichment, to care, and changes in routine.
Wondering what support might help your cat most?
The Discovery Call is a friendly first step to explore your goals, ask questions, and see what kind of life you want to build with your cat.
Small Changes Make a Big Difference
Cat training works best in short, thoughtful sessions. Even a few minutes at a time can lead to noticeable improvements in behaviour and daily routines.
It Strengthens Your Relationship
Training improves communication. Instead of guessing or managing around behaviour, you gain clearer ways to guide and support your cat.
Wondering if your cat will really cooperate?
Get ready to experience a fun way to bond.
A Simple Training Tip to Try Today
Leave your cat’s carrier out as part of daily life, not just for vet visits. Toss treats inside or feed a meal nearby so the carrier becomes familiar rather than a signal that something unpleasant is about to happen.