Petting Consent: Help Cats Feel Comfortable with Petting

Dr. Miranda Workman, an animal behavior expert at the ASPCA, demonstrates how to pet cats in a way that makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.
To learn more, take our free, 20-minute, on-demand course: Reduce Stress for Cats in Shelters through Sensory Experiences.
Register: learn.aspca.org?LP=240149
In the course, you will learn how to:
Consider the unique vision, hearing, touch, taste, and olfactory abilities of cats
Use enrichment and handling strategies that reduce stress and aggression
Interact with cats in ways that support their behavioral health
Improving the behavioral health of felines can enhance their quality of life, increase their placement options, and decrease their length of stay.