Before you rehome your cat, or take it to the shelter, consider the U.S. numbers:
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There are 88 million pet cats (vs. 75m dogs) +40 million homeless cats
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10 million cats are surrendered to shelters annually
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75% of these will never be adopted; the vast majority are euthanized
Clearly we are facing a cat crisis in the U.S.
*According to the ASPCA's National Rehoming Survey, pet problems are the most common reason owners rehome a pet.
Before you give up on your cat, try a behavior consultation!
Behavior Issues
are the #1 cause of death
in cats in the U.S.*
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ABOUT
Cat Behavior Solutions is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization saving lives through innovation and ingenuity.
This site, and the work of CBS is dedicated to reducing cat shelter surrender by correcting and preventing behavior issues in the home.
CBS' resources include: Cat Talk Radio's weekly behavior advice/education podcast, an information rich blog and social media, virtual and in-home consultations, educational seminars and speaking engagements.
Our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.
With better understanding of the domestic cat (Felis catus) owners will be able to provide the environment and stimulation their cats need, thereby eliminating and preventing unwanted behaviors.
Cat Behavior Solutions Mission:
REDUCE REHOMING
Through behavior education and training, we hope to reduce the number of cats coming in to shelters
MODIFY BEHAVIOR
Teach people how to modify unwanted behavior in cats (and to understand what's instinctive/unchangeable)
IMPROVE CHOICES
Help people understand what to expect from cats so they choose the best cat for them
EDUCATE
Help people understand why their cat behaves as it does
INCREASE LIFE QUALITY
Improve the quality of life for cats and the people cohabiting with them
PROVIDE RESOURCES
Offer counseling solutions, products, enrichment toys, services, etc.
IMPROVE COMMUNICATION
Between people and their cats
TRAINING
SHARE Training plans that really work!