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MOLLY DEVOSS, CFTBS, CCBC, FFCT, CRM
Certified Feline Training & Behavior Specialist, Certified Cat Behavior Consultant, Fear Free Certified Trainer, Certified Reiki Master/Teacher
Available for Nationwide Consulting
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Can You Learn to Meow Like Your Cat? Yes and No, According to an Animal Behavioralist
INVERSE - “It's kind of a yes-no answer,” Molly DeVoss, a cat behavior specialist, tells Inverse. Cats do recognize different pitches and tones, she says. In fact, cats seem to pay attention to the way their owners address them and can recognize whether they’re being spoken to based on voice and tone.
Vitakraft (R) Announces 'The Trick & Treat Halloween Costume Contest’ for Pets
NEWSWIRE - As part of the contest’s interactive nature, Molly DeVoss, a Certified Feline Training & Behavior Specialist, will share tips to ensure pets are safe and comfortable. For example, for cats, "During Halloween, there are frequent door openings as trick-or-treaters come and go. Make sure your cat doesn’t slip out by accident. If you don't confine your cat to a safe room, consider using a baby gate at the front door."
Do Cats Have A Favorite Person? Plus, 5 Ways To Be Their No. 1
ROVER.COM - Molly DeVoss, a Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist and founder of Cat Behavior Solutions, says these signs include the following: click to read more
Do Cats Know Their Names—Or Are They Ignoring You On Purpose?
ROVER.COM - Molly DeVoss, Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist and founder of Cat Behavior Solutions says cats are smart enough to respond to nicknames, too. “As long as calling their name is associated with something great, they will respond to it,” she adds.
Why Does My Cat Eat Plastic? Veterinarians Reveal The Surprisingly Simple Answer
INVERSE - The general term for eating an item that isn’t food is called pica (PIE-ca). Anyone — not just our pets — can have this condition, but pica can be especially dangerous to pets because it may cause a life-threatening intestine or bowel obstruction. Molly DeVoss, a cat behavior specialist, tells Inverse that she doesn’t know of any particular chemical compound that cats and dogs might be attracted to.
Cat Falling in Love With Kitten Sibling Melts Heart: 'A Bond Like No Other'
NEWSWEEK - Molly DeVoss is a certified feline training and behavior specialist (CFTBS) and certified cat behavior consultant (CCBC). She previously told Newsweek that all new cat introductions should be done slowly and methodically.
What are safe petting zones?
PET CANDY - Most cats like to be pet from what I call the collar-up. They like to be scratched under their collar—it’s kind of like at the end of the day when behind your bra strap it really itches a lot. It probably feels good like that.
How to Train a Cat: A Guide to Training Your Feline to Respond to Commands and Curb Bad Behaviors
READER'S DIGEST - “Cats are motivated by positive attention, playtime and food—food is the biggie,” says Molly DeVoss, a certified feline training and behavior specialist and Vitakraft’s cat advisor in Dallas. “The secret to successful cat training is having a knock-your-paws-off treat that will entice them to behave in ways that might not be natural to them.”
Cat Talk Radio with Molly DeVoss and Co-host Dewey Vaughn: How do you teach Animal Welfare?
LGBTSr Website - A listener wrote in about her community and their lack of respect for animal welfare – especially to the community cats.
Do Cats Like Kisses (Or Even Know What They Are)?
ROVER.COM - “Cats do not see our lip-to-lip kisses as any type of behavior that would be normal to their species,” says Molly DeVoss, Certified Cat Behavior Consultant. Nonetheless, some cats might entertain our kisses because they love us. Other cats may choose to maintain their boundaries.
Should I Let My Cat Go Outdoors? 3 Reasons to Keep Your Pet Inside
INVERSE - “From antifreeze leaks to rodenticides to toxic plants to your neighbor’s bug spray, there are countless toxins out there waiting to poison your pet." DeVoss says…
How Long Can You Leave Cats Alone? Is It Safe?
ROVER.COM - “Adult cats shouldn’t be left alone for more than 24 hours — and only that long if you can provide fresh meals in meal timers at regular intervals and plenty of enrichment and entertainment,” says Molly DeVoss
The Ultimate Guide to Sleeping with Your Cat
SLEEP ADVISOR - “Cats are attracted to places that smell most like them – and you. The bed is probably the place in your home that smells most like you and your cat if he sleeps with you. Cats are also creatures of habit; once a habit is established, it’s challenging to change that routine.” Molly DeVoss….
Cat Putting Kitten in a Headlock Leaves Internet in Stitches: 'This Hurts'
NEWSWEEK - Molly explained that "mismatched play styles are one of the biggest challenges when pairing a very young and very old cat together."
The 10 largest litter boxes for big cats and enthusiastic diggers
INVERSE - “A litter box should be 1.5 times the length of your cat from nose to tail, according to Molly…”
Trainers say these common dog & cat problems are actually easy to fix
MIC - Molly tells Mic scratching and clawing is a natural behavior for cats, especially in multi-cat homes. “Getting cats to scratch the items you want them to is the challenge.”
Why Do Cats Knock Things Over? Plus, What You Can Do To Stop It Right Away
ROVER - Playtime is a fantastic way for your cat to feel physically and mentally stimulated. “Cats require daily opportunities to play,” says Molly,
This is why your cat freaks out when you say "PSPSPSPS"
INVERSE - Molly tells Inverse, “high-frequency noises mimic the chatter of rats, so these sounds naturally draw the attention of felines.”
Hilarious Moment Senior Cat, Aged 18, Refuses to Be Friends With New Kitten
NEWSWEEK - Molly told Newsweek that, despite the massive age difference between the cat and kitten in the latest viral video, they could become the best of feline friends. However, "that pathway won't be without potholes along the way," she added.
Panic as Kitten Falls From Window Tangled in Cord: 'Almost Cried'
NEWSWEEK - "Outdoor, free-roaming cats will spend six hours a day hunting, so when we keep a cat indoors, they are missing a lot of hunting enrichment," DeVoss told Newsweek.
50 Heartwarming Pics Of Pets That Found Their New Home
BORED PANDA - Before making a decision to adopt a cat, Molly’s advice is to first examine why you are considering adding a cat to the family. “If you are wanting a friend for your existing cat, you should understand that cats have evolved as a solitary species and are highly territorial, and that the introduction process is a long, slow, methodical one.”
Moreover, it’s crucial to be sure you can commit to the time and patience it will take integrating the cat with your cat(s). “Be certain you are ready to assume the responsibility of caring for the cat for its whole life – which may be 20 years these days.”
(March Edition) Interview
Moreover, it’s crucial to be sure you can commit to the time and patience it will take integrating the cat with your cat(s). “Be certain you are ready to assume the responsibility of caring for the cat for its whole life – which may be 20 years these days.”
(March Edition) Interview
Exploring The World of Animal Shelters: An Inside Look At Cat Behavior Solutions
WONDROUS DRIFTER - What Inspired The Founder Of The Organization To Start It, And What Personal Experiences Led Them To Become An Advocate For Individuals With Cat Behavior Issues?
40 Times Cats Figured Their New Job Was Babysitting, And Nailed It
BORED PANDA - Bored Panda - "40 Times Cats Figured Their New Job Was Babysitting, And Nailed It" - Interview with Molly DeVoss, a certified feline training and behavior specialist -
Molly shared some very important information about the interactions between cats and children, and she is also doing a free seminar on Cats and Kids on Saturday, April 1 (visit our YouTube channel for the video after 4/1/23, https://www.youtube.com/c/catbehaviorsolutions). She will be talking about how to integrate cats with kids as well as what to do if you’re pregnant and have a cat, so make sure to check out her webinar.
Molly shared some very important information about the interactions between cats and children, and she is also doing a free seminar on Cats and Kids on Saturday, April 1 (visit our YouTube channel for the video after 4/1/23, https://www.youtube.com/c/catbehaviorsolutions). She will be talking about how to integrate cats with kids as well as what to do if you’re pregnant and have a cat, so make sure to check out her webinar.
Pet Chat with Molly DeVoss
SANTAFE.COM - March 4 & 5, 2023 - Cat Behaviorist Molly DeVoss, who uses positive reinforcement to modify and prevent unwanted behaviors in cats, is the guest on Pet Chat with Murad & Bobbi this week
50 Cats In Random Circumstances That Have Accepted That This Is Their Life Meow
BORED PANDA - We previously spoke with Molly DeVoss, CFTBS, CCBC, CRM, FFCP, a certified feline training and behavior specialist, to find out more about the weird and wonderful feline minds. “In spite of their solitary roots, cats are very social, and do bond quite deeply with their owners. They do see when we are not feeling well – emotionally or physically,” Molly said. She explained that is partially due to the break in ‘norm’ – when you are acting different than usual, the cat senses something is wrong.
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