Think Like a Cat
In this week's episode, Pam Johnson-Bennett, America's Favorite Cat Expert, helps us 'Think Like a Cat' by playing a game Isabel calls "POV: Cat" in which Isabel asks Pam what cats are thinking when common changes take place in their lives and homes. Pam also explains the complexity of adding a second cat to a single-cat household and why some cat personalities aren't the best match. In addition, Pam tells us that she doesn't like to see families bring kittens into homes where older cats live because the kitten doesn't quite know how to behave and the new addition tends to stress out the older cat. . Instead, Pam insists cat lovers match ages and personalities to ensure everyone thrives, always putting the resident cat first. All's fair in love and cats, right?
BIO:
Pam Johnson-Bennett is the best-selling author of 8 books on cat behavior and training. She starred in the Animal Planet UK series Psycho Kitty, and is one of the most popular and sought-after cat behavior experts in the world. She is considered a pioneer in the field of cat behavior consulting and has influenced many pros practicing in the field today. Pam began making house calls to work with clients on cat behavior problems in 1982 and had her first book published in 1990. Since then, she has led the way as an inspiration and mentor to many in the cat behavior profession and her books have been used as texts for professional behavior courses. Pam Johnson-Bennett was vice president of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and founded the IAABC Cat Division where she served as its longtime chair for 8 years. She has served on many Advisory Boards, including The American Humane Association, Tree House Humane Society and Daily Paws.