Helping a shy cat become more outgoing

Dear Miss Behavin’: I’ve had my cat for about 6 months now and so far she’s been on the shyer side. Any tips on how to get her to be more outgoing? Cats come in a wide variety of personalities. Some are friendly and playful, others are sassy and rambunctious, and a...

Training kitten about bedtime

Dear Miss Behavin’: My kitten has been keeping me up at night, running around and meowing. How do I train him to know when it’s time for bed and not playtime? If you’ve had your kitten for some time, then it’s probably not still going through the adjustment phase of...

Helping cat settle into new home

Dear Miss Behavin’: I’m planning on moving to a new apartment and was wondering how to get my cat Princess settled into her new home. Change can be quite unsettling for a cat, even if it’s good change in the long run. Cats can be creatures of habit, preferring their...

Best cat breeds to adopt?

Dear Miss Behavin’: My friend and I have been debating the best cat breeds to adopt. She thinks Maine Coons are perfect and I love Torties! Any thoughts on which breeds are the best to adopt? That’s actually a pretty tricky question. Cats come in all sorts of breeds,...

What to expect when a cat ages

Dear Miss Behavin’: My cat just turned 13 years old and has been gradually slowing down over the years; no longer jumping on the highest perches or zooming around all hours of the day. So far she’s been in good health, but what types of changes can I expect as she...

Helping cat adjust to being an indoor cat

Dear Miss Behavin’: Over the past few years I have been feeding a neighborhood feral cat that likes to visit my patio. The cat is really sweet and affectionate and I would like to bring her indoors. How can I help her adjust to no longer being an outdoor cat?  It can...