Are You Feline It?

Are cats just tiny dogs with sharper accessories? Not even close. This course explores feline L.E.G.S. and why cats need to be understood as their own species, not as smaller, more mysterious versions of the dogs we already know. While cats are considered domesticated, their strong genetics, sensory priorities, and social needs create a very different picture of welfare.

Participants will examine how Learning, Environment, Genetics, and Self apply to cats, including hunting behavior, territory, social flexibility, stress, and the challenges that can emerge in multi-species homes. This presentation helps professionals and families better understand why cat behavior often makes perfect sense when viewed through a feline lens. The goal is to support cats more thoughtfully while improving relationships between cats, dogs, and the humans trying to live with both.