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Yes, even cats have a favorite person.
UPWORTHY - Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist and founder of Cat Behavior Solutions, Molly DeVoss, explains to Rover that cats prefer people who have a calming presence, feed them, and play with them. She also shares how trauma in a cat's early life influences how they form attachments to humans.
Do Cats Have A Favorite Person? Plus, 5 Ways To Be Their No. 1
ROVER.COM - Anyone with multiple cats knows every cat is unique. However, DeVoss says cats generally gravitate toward people who feed them, play with them, give them tasty treats, and keep their litter box clean. Additionally, she says cats prefer when you have a calming presence, consistent patterns, and predictable movements and exhibit cat-friendly, welcoming body language.
Things I never knew about cats
SANTA FE NEW MEXICAN - If you are an animal advocate, Molly DeVoss is a Santa Fe (and Dallas) treasure. She is a straight-talking, passionate champion for cats. She began her work in Dallas at one of the country’s largest shelters, where 75% of the cats brought into the shelter were euthanized.
The best litter box enclosures in 2025
BUSINESS INSIDER - Molly DeVoss says cats tend to prefer litter box furniture that provides ample space to do their business and isn't enclosed on all four sides. "I'd recommend little box furniture that is open in the back, very tall, and has an exit path on each end," she says. Customizing furniture to check all those boxes can be challenging, not to mention costly. However, this enclosure satisfies all DeVoss's must-haves for cats of all ages and sizes.
The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Wine with Cats—Yes, Cats
WINE ENTHUSIAST - Jeff Bogle writes an entertaining article pairing wine with different cat breeds. Molly contributed her thoughts on some of the breeds such as: Sounds exactly like these plush, majestic felines, says DeVoss: “Like Scottish Folds, Pinot Noir is easy to love, never overwhelming, and pairs beautifully with almost any company.”
Feral to Family; Rescued ‘Blue Eyes’ Now Looks at Humans With Love Instead of Fear
COLE AND MARMALADE - Chris... having been practicing TNR since at least 2014... is also very aware of the 3/3/3 Rule when working with stray/feral cats. They need time to decompress and Chris has a 10×10 shed converted into the ‘Catty Shack’ just for this purr-pose.
The 8 best cat litter boxes of 2025, tested and reviewed
MSN.COM - Over the past few years, we've tested 37 litter boxes and consulted veterinarians and cat behaviorists on the features they recommend for cats of all ages and needs, including seniors, large breeds, and multiple-cat households. Molly DeVoss, a certified cat behavior specialist, says a litter box should be at least 1.5 times the length of a cat from their nose to the base of their tail, but most traditional boxes are much too small.
This IG Page Is The Hub For Funny Cat Memes, And Here Are 50 Of The Most Purrfect Ones
BORED PANDA - (Molly) DeVoss’s piece of advice for cat owners was to steer clever of punishments. "It simply doesn’t work. Punishing a cat just erodes your relationship because most cat behavior, even nuisance behaviors, are natural to them; they don’t understand why you have gone "crazy." Bottom line: Don’t tell your cat “no!”, show it what you want it to do instead."
Orange Cat Who ‘Hates Mom Spelling Her Name’ Puts on Most Dramatic Protest
PARADE PETS - And as another behaviorist, Molly DeVoss, told Rover, you'll also want to be mindful of the tone you're using when you call for them. For example, if you call their name in a sing-song, high-pitched voice, then feed them, they associate that tone of voice with getting something great,” she said.
Cat Day: Why some people follow some people more than others
SOCCER ADDICT - Along these lines, veterinarian and founder of Cat Behavior Solutions, Molly DeVoss, developed a guide to recognize the signs that indicate when a cat prefers a particular person: ...
The Cat Dad Show
Cracking the Code: Understanding and Transforming Cat Behavior | The Feline Wellness Summit with Molly DeVoss
You Might Want To Stop Everything You’re Doing And Ogle At These 50 Hilarious Cat Memes
AOL.COM - ... Molly DeVoss believes they're an incredible example of evolution and adaptability. "They’ve carved out a niche in human society while keeping their independence intact. Some researchers argue cats aren’t fully domesticated because they can survive independently of humans. But others point out that their behavior and genetics have changed enough to qualify as domestication. I think it’s a little of both. They’re domesticated on their own terms."
Love Me, Kitty!
YOU (South Africa) - BOND EARLY
According to Molly DeVoss, a feline training and behaviour specialist, there is a critical time in a kitten’s development where they need human interaction.
“The first three to seven weeks of their life play a significant role in how kittens respond to people,” she says.
According to Molly DeVoss, a feline training and behaviour specialist, there is a critical time in a kitten’s development where they need human interaction.
“The first three to seven weeks of their life play a significant role in how kittens respond to people,” she says.
Rescue Report -
Special-needs cats require many helpers
SANTA FE NEW MEXICAN - Erin Clark immediately reached out to the group’s cat behaviorist, Molly DeVoss, to see if she could arrange transfer of the kitten to Felines & Friends NM where she could receive the care required to improve her quality of life and have time in a foster home while she waits for adoption.
'Pet Chat' discusses clicker training for cats
SANTA FE NEW MEXICAN - Are you ready to teach your cat cool tricks? This week on Pet Chat with Murad & Bobbi, broadcasting from the Turquoise Teapot and Cat Cafe, feline behaviorist Molly DeVoss will discuss an Aug. 25 class, Cat Clicker Training. DeVoss will share how clicker training and positive reinforcement can teach cats new behaviors. Plus, the show hosts discuss the benefits of adopting a pair of kittens.
Why Cats Chew on Cords and How You Can Stop It
ROVER.COM - "Cats are not known to chew as frequently as dogs. However, it does happen,” says Certified Feline Behaviorist Molly DeVoss.
Himalayan Cat's Rage Over Getting a Bath Is Pure Internet Gold
PARADE PETS - According to what certified feline training and behavior specialist Molly DeVoss told Rover, cats have evolved in dry climates, so being in water doesn't feel natural to them, and they're also not huge fans of the feeling of being wet.
Keeping Felines Safe: Best Cat Gates of 2024
VETSTREET - One of the best ways to keep felines out of harm’s way is with a cat gate. If you need a taller gate that your kitty won’t be able to jump over, a walk-through gate is a good option.
6 Silvervine Cat Toys That Drive Felines Wild
VETSTREET - Give your cats a break from Silvervine now and then. “To keep their experience fresh, it is important that you give your cats a break from it; otherwise, with constant exposure, they will become unresponsive to it,” says Molly DeVoss, a Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist. “If you use it too often, they may become nose blind to it,” adds Van de Kieft.
Laughter As Cat Reenacts Moment Told of Sibling: 'World Came Crashing Down'
NEWSWEEK - Molly DeVoss, a certified feline training and behavior specialist and certified cat behavior consultant, told Newsweek in May that a cat and a kitten can still become best friends, even if there were to be a huge age gap. But "that pathway won't be without potholes along the way," she added.
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.
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