Fear-Free Pet Care: Understanding Our Feline Friends with Mikkel Becker

Hiss & Tell: Cat Behavior and Beyond

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Discover how to transform your pet care approach with insights from Mikkel Becker, the lead trainer for Fear Free. Join us as Mikkel shares her inspiring journey from broadcast journalism to becoming a beacon of compassion in animal training, highlighting the profound impact the Fear Free method has had on her rescue dog, Mr. Otis. Learn how gentle handling and calming environments are more than just techniques—they're revolutionizing how we care for our pets, especially in veterinary settings.
Dive into the world of feline behavior as we reveal strategies to understand and mitigate cat stress. By paying close attention to subtle body language cues, you'll learn how to enhance your cat's comfort and communication through innovative tools like buttons, ensuring they have a voice in their interactions with humans. From utilizing interactive toys to applying fear-free training techniques, this episode is packed with practical advice on reducing inter-cat aggression and fostering a stress-free environment for your whiskered companions.
We also explore the broader Fear Free movement's impact on animals in shelters and even livestock, emphasizing collaborations with experts like Dr. Temple Grandin. Discover how these compassionate practices can create more harmonious environments for all animals, regardless of their setting. Whether you're preparing your pet for a vet visit or introducing them to a new family member, this episode equips you with actionable tips to ensure a serene and cooperative experience, ultimately leading to a happier and healthier life for your furry friends.

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1. Reducing Fear and Stress in Animals (00:00:00)

2. Understanding and Reducing Cat Stress (00:07:31)

3. Reducing Stress With Fear-Free Training (00:17:59)

4. Preparing Cats for Fear-Free Vet Visits (00:24:30)

5. Medications and Stress Reduction in Pets (00:32:11)

6. Expanding Fear-Free Care for Animals (00:36:53)

7. Addressing Cat Bullying Behavior (00:42:32)

8. Preparing Pets for New Family Members (00:50:45)