The Five-a-Day Felix feeding plan, developed by feline behaviour experts Dr Sarah Ellis and Dr Lizzie Rowe, is a brilliant way to enrich your cat’s mealtimes and support their natural instincts. Despite its catchy name, the plan has no connection to Felix cat food. Instead, “Felix” pays homage to the Latin word for cat (felis), […]
In our fast-paced, ever-changing world, it’s no surprise that stress is on the rise—for us and our pets alike. But what about our feline companions? While cats may seem self-sufficient and low maintenance, they too can suffer from stress, anxiety, and even depression when their environments fail to meet their needs. An enriched environment is […]
One of the most common concerns I hear from my feline consultations is about toileting issues. This can be frustrating for owners, but understanding the reasons behind this behaviour is key to resolving the issue. Let’s talk stressors, litter trays and what may be going on with your cat… One cat requires two litter trays […]
As a proud member of the Canine & Feline Behaviour Association (CFBA), I am deeply committed to understanding and improving the lives of our pet cats. Dedicated to promoting positive behaviour and fostering harmonious relationships between humans and their feline companions, the CFBA serves as a beacon of knowledge and expertise in the field of […]
Did you know, a lot of my cat behaviour queries are from multi-cat households? If there are issues of aggression or conflict among the cats, a behaviourist such as myself, can observe and analyse the interactions between them. I am trained to understand feline behaviour and can assess the dynamics of the individual personalities of […]
Cats in most situations like to feel in control of all aspects of day-to-day life. When it comes to human-cat contact this key resource is overlooked because we “all love our pets” but as cat owners, we often get over-affectionate, for example, we pick them up, cuddle them close, and kiss their faces. When it […]
As part of my preventative care ethos, I am working through the day-to-day things our pet cats need to keep them healthy, happy and a little more stress-free. Ensuring they lead a happy life can give them a longer life and benefit not only them but us too. Having blogged about litter, I’m going to […]
It is with great pride that I announce I have successfully passed, with distinction, my Advanced Diploma in Applied Animal Behaviour, Feline, Level 5 from Compass Education and Training. So, 3 years and over 400 hours of study, I’m through! As you all know, this also included working as a veterinary nurse for VetCheck in […]
Anyone that knows me knows, I’m always studying! My passion for pet care crosses from my veterinary nurse job into my Friendly Pet Nurse business as I’m always looking to learn more, understand better and help out my fellow pet owners. My particular love is cat behaviour. With three pet cats of own, one of […]