Training Philosophy
Are your cats constantly fighting or showing aggressive behavior towards each other, making it impossible for them to share a room peacefully? Do you feel like there’s nothing you can do to get your cats to get along? One of our Kansas City trainers will come directly to your home and show you how to restore harmony to your household through our science and evidence-based training. Led by one of approximately 50 Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists nationwide, our in-home cat training sessions are tailored to resolve all cat conflicts and aggression, bringing tranquility back to your home. Whether it’s aggression towards fellow cats, household members, or even yourself, each one of our Kansas City cat training programs is crafted just for your cat based on the thousands of cases our team has seen.
Are you worried about introducing a new cat to your existing furry family? Do your cats struggle to coexist peacefully under the same roof? Experience the Beyond the Dog difference with our Kansas Cit cat training programs, expertly crafted to tackle the underlying causes of feline aggression. Our pre-training team, led by our Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, employs the latest research in feline behavior combined with over two decades of experience to create a personalized training program to stop your cat’s aggression. Your Kansas City cat trainer will then come to your home to work directly with you and your cat. Through tailored in-home sessions, we equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to nurture harmony in your home.
Training Programs
Our goal is to modify your cat’s aggressive behavior and eliminate all cat conflicts. During our personalized, in-home training programs we will:
After over two decades of treating aggressive behavior in hundreds of cats, our team, led by Dr. Echterling-Savage, can confidently treat any instance of cat aggression. Our Indirect Assessment of Feline Behavior is based on years of experience as well as the latest scientific research in cat behavior. Upon completion of the Indirect Assessment of Feline Behavior, our pre-training team will craft a personalized training plan based on classical conditioning to modify your cat’s behavior. Our treatment is supported by the latest research in animal behavior such as the study conducted by Mills et al. (2004) in which 8000 cases of cat aggression were analyzed. Through our unique approach, we aim to equip cat owners with the knowledge and tools necessary to modify their cats’ behavior. According to our Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, Dr. Echterling-Savage, “By reducing and eliminating aggression in cats we create harmony in your home. Creating a stress-free environment for everyone is at the heart of what we do at Beyond the Dog.”
The Executive Training Program offers comprehensive in-home cat training sessions tailored to your cat’s specific needs. Over the course of three to four weeks, you’ll receive 1-hour sessions, three days a week. Upon submitting your training contract and completing the Indirect Assessment of Feline Behavior, our pre-training team, under the guidance of Dr. Echterling-Savage, meticulously designs a personalized training program for your cat. Your designated trainer will then conduct two one-on-one sessions with your cat each week, focusing on targeted behavioral modifications. The third session, dedicated to developing your cat training skills, ensures a holistic approach to pet training and integration. Please be advised that additional fees may apply if the indirect behavior assessment indicates severe behavior issues in your cat, as confirmed by our expert team.
If you are a pet parent with an insurance policy covering behavior modification, our cat aggression behavior modification is likely covered. Most companies with behavior policies such as Trupanion cover behavioral training when under the direction of a CAAB or a Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist.
Are you concerned about your cat’s aggressive behavior towards other cats or people? Our virtual consultations offer a convenient and effective solution under the guidance of our resident Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist. In our 1-hour virtual sessions, we’ll work with you to create a tailored training plan aimed at managing and reducing your cat’s aggression. Depending on the severity of your cat’s behavior, as determined by the Indirect Assessment of Feline Behavior, we may recommend one or multiple sessions with Dr. Echterling-Savage or one of our other behavior consultants under her direct supervision. Virtual consultations with Dr. Echterling-Savage are priced at $375 for an hour, while sessions with one of our Kansas City trainers, under her supervision, are available for $150 per hour. Take the first step towards addressing your cat’s aggression and fostering a peaceful home with our expert guidance.
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