Felines
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What to Expect from an Animal Behaviour Consultation
An animal behaviour consultation is about far more than the one issue you called about. Here’s what to expect and why we look at the whole picture.
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Desensitisation and Counterconditioning: Why Working at Your Pet’s Pace Matters
Discover how desensitisation and counterconditioning help pets overcome fear — and why working at your animal’s pace is essential for lasting results.
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Animal Behaviourist Accreditation: Why It Matters
ABTC, APBC, FABC, CCAB, PACT, APDT… if that looks like a jumble of random letters, you’re not alone. These are animal behaviourist accreditation acronyms, and understanding what they mean could make all the difference when choosing the right…
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Are My Cats Playing or Fighting?
If you live with more than one cat, you’ve probably watched them chase, pounce, and wrestle — looking like tiny tigers in combat. It can be difficult to tell whether your cats are playing or…
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Why Clinical Animal Behaviourists Work on Veterinary Referral
The Clinical Animal Behaviourists and Veterinary Behaviourists at Second Nature Behaviour only see pets following a vet referral from the pet’s primary care vet, but why is this? Here’s why an animal…
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Should I Let My Cat Outside? Pros, Cons & What to Consider
Some cats thrive lounging on the sofa, while others are born explorers, itching to get outside and roam. Whether your cat prefers the comforts of home or craves the great outdoors, the…
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How to Pet a Cat Properly Using Consent-Based Touch
Do you believe you know how to pet a cat properly? You might be surprised to know that many cats are very particular about the way they like to be touched and…
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Understanding Cat Scent Marking Behaviour
One of the most important ways cats share information with each other—and even with humans—is through scent. Unlike humans, who rely primarily on verbal and visual cues, cats use scent as a…
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How to Reduce Cats Predating on Baby Birds
As both a cat owner and wildlife lover, you may have wondered how to stop cats killing birds. Cats are natural hunters, so finding your cat predating on birds is not unusual.…
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Understanding Cat Vocalisations – What Your Cat Is Telling You
Cats are capable of producing a wide range of sounds, each with a specific purpose and meaning. Scientific research has described up to 21 different vocalisations which are primarily used for communication,…