WHAT THE PET INDUSTRY DOESN'T TELL US...
Most problematic cat behaviors can be modified.
Too many cat owners feel stuck. They love their cat, but the way the cat scares their baby or wreaks havoc on the home feels unsolvable.
I get it. These behaviors are frustrating and stressful — for everyone in the home.
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Aggressive behaviors toward other pets or humans
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Eliminating outside the litter box
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Fear-induced behaviors
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Destroying furniture, bedding, plants, or clothes
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Attention-seeking behaviors that make it impossible to live in peace
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Separation Anxiety making it difficult to leave them home alone
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Tension with other pets inside the home, creating a domino effect of challenges
But with the right education and a customized plan, many of these behaviors can be modified and solved.
cat behavior modification services
Get a cat trainer, but not the “look at us doing tricks on TV” kind.
Initial Behavior Assessment
THE DETAILS
In this initial in-home or virtual assessment, Andrea will ask questions and observe you and your cat’s behavior to determine the root cause of the behavior problem and provide a practical plan for behavior modification.
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Up to 2-hour cat behavior consultation, either virtually via Google Meet or in-person in your home
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Recording of session
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Customized training plan for your cat and your lifestyle
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Relevant resources to help you easily and effectively implement your training plan
THE INVESTMENT
Virtual $295
In-person* $450
*Note: travel must be within 25 miles of Columbus, Ohio.
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1:1 Follow-up Consulting
THE DETAILS
Based on the findings outlined in the Initial Behavior Assessment, Andrea will put together an ongoing consulting package for you and your cat, ranging from one to four sessions (or more as needed).
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Virtual consultation via Google Meet
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Recording of session
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Custom training plan with Andrea
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Relevant resources to help you easily and effectively implement your training plan
THE INVESTMENT
30 Minutes: $100
60 Minutes: $175
90 Minutes: $225
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"I can't express how grateful I am to Andrea for her incredible help with my cat's litterbox issues! Our cat, Whiskers, had been having trouble using the litterbox properly for months, and it was causing a lot of stress in our home.
From the very first consultation, she put us at ease. She took the time to thoroughly assess Whiskers' environment and behavior. Her insights were spot on, and she provided us with practical, easy-to-follow advice. Within just a week, Whiskers started using her litterbox consistently, and there were no more accidents. It was like night and day! I would highly recommend Andrea to anyone struggling with their cat’s behavior. She is a true miracle worker, and we're so thankful for her help!
—SARAH P. & WHISKERS
“I was at my wit's end with my mischievous cat, Luna’s destructive scratching! Nothing I did was working to deter her from scratching everything. From the moment we spoke to Andrea, I knew she was different.
She listened patiently to my woes and spent lots of time observing Luna's behavior and our home environment. It turned out, Luna wasn't just scratching – she was stressed! Andrea pinpointed the source and created a personalized plan that addressed both Luna's scratching and her underlying anxiety. The results were nothing short of amazing! Within a few weeks, Luna's scratching on furniture completely stopped. She's now happily using her scratching posts, and I feel I finally understand her needs. Consulting with Andrea was worth every penny!"
—EMILY R. & LUNA
how it works
Step 1
Fill out the inquiry form and book a free 15-minute call.
Step 2
Sign the agreement and pay the invoice — and rest easy, knowing help is on the way!
Step 3
Share your cat’s history and your desires by completing our Behavior History Form.
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Meet with Andrea, so she can further assess your cat or kitten’s specific needs in an Initial Behavioral Assessment meeting.
Step 5
Clarity arrives! The Mindful Meow will deliver a customized Behavior Assessment and clear next steps.
I get it — it feels like only dogs can be trained.
When you get a dog, it’s second nature to sign them up for pup training. Whether it’s a TV show or your local pet shop, there’s no shortage of training or resources for dog owners who want to curb problematic behaviors in their canine.
But for cats, we just didn’t know training was an option.
Cats can be trained pretty easily with tools and methods that allow us to shape the problem behavior.
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Practical, realistic solutions to help your cat stop the frustrating behavior.
It’s a research-based approach to identifying the root cause of a cat’s problematic behavior, typically related to stress, a medical condition, and fear or anxiety. Using training techniques, coupled with making practical changes in the home and from the caretakers to redirect, change, or stop the problem behavior.
Just like there are dog trainers, we are cat trainers who help owners figure out how to fix their cat's problem behavior, which prevents cats from being surrendered to a shelter, re-homed, or euthanized.
Oh, I hear you, friend. It can be beyond stressful for you and the dynamics in your home when your cat is acting out. While I can’t guarantee a specific timeline, many of the common challenges cat owners face can be adjusted in just a few sessions.
The initial session is up to 2 hours. The follow-up sessions range from 30 to 90 minutes. The length of each follow-up session depends on what type of behavior issue we are trying to address. After the Initial Behavior Assessment, I’ll suggest the recommended length and number of sessions based on your cat and your home’s specific needs.
At The Mindful Meow, we’re intentional with every cat and kitten — and we see their challenging behaviors not as problems to be fixed, but areas of growth for both the humans and the feline. While we are firm believers that most behaviors can be fixed, some cats are wired in a unique way or so traumatized that their behaviors cannot change, even with a mindful plan. In all cases, we partner with you to determine what’s best for you and your cat.
While there are some cases where one session is sufficient, most clients will need multiple sessions to ensure the behavior is sufficiently addressed.
After your initial behavioral assessment, I will be able to give you a general idea of how many sessions will likely be needed and the general timeline for completing those sessions.
Peace is possible in your feline-loving heart and home.
It can feel incredibly lonely (and stressful) to manage your career, your family, and all your adult responsibilities on top of a cat’s problematic behavior.
But with a trained guide by your side who intentionally listens to you and your cat, you can bring harmony to your home and restore or establish that kindred bond with your cat.
