Cat-Centered Home Design: Vertical Spaces, Hiding Spots — List Guide
Trainer/Vet note: Great cat design is about choice and safety. Offer multiple routes up/down, stable landings, and escape options between cats. Secure every wall mount properly. Give your cat places to climb, perch, hide, and watch without stress. Use this list to plan vertical highways and cozy retreats that fit apartments, houses, and multi-cat homes. […]
Common Urinary Tract Issues in Cats (and Smart Home Prevention)
Common Urinary Tract Issues in Cats (and Smart Home Prevention) Vet disclaimer: This article is educational and not a diagnosis. If your cat shows urinary signs, call your veterinarian. Caring for a cat means watching the quiet details—how long she’s in the box, whether clumps look smaller, how often she visits the water bowl. Urinary […]
Recall Training: Teaching Reliable “Come” Commands (List Guide)
Recall Training: Teaching Reliable “Come” Commands (List Guide) Trainer note: Use a long line and a secure harness outdoors while you’re still training recall. Avoid off‑leash areas until your dog’s recall is proofed around dogs, wildlife, food, and toys. A bombproof recall can save your dog’s life. The key is building a powerful habit loop: […]
Teaching Cats to Use a Leash & Harness (List Guide)
Trainer note: Leash walks for cats are about enrichment, not miles. Start indoors, go slow, and let your cat set the pace. Never attach a leash to a collar—use a well‑fitted harness only. Leash-and-harness training gives indoor cats safe outdoor enrichment—new smells, sights, and sun—without the risks of free-roaming. Use this step-by-step list to make […]
Puppy Potty Training: 5 Mistakes Owners Make (and Easy Fixes)
Trainer note: Young puppies can’t “hold it” for long. Rule of thumb is age in months + 1 hours (max) during the day—every pup is different. If accidents are frequent despite structure, talk to your vet to rule out UTIs or GI issues. House training is a pattern game. When accidents happen, it’s usually a […]
Clicker Training for Cats: How to Start (List Guide)
Trainer note: Keep sessions short (30–90 seconds), end on a win, and never lure or force. Click = reward. If your cat walks away, the session is over. Yes—cats love clicker training. The click marks the exact moment your cat does the right thing, and the treat that follows makes them want to repeat it. […]