"Cats don't ignore you. They're waiting to see if it's worth their time."
— Whisker Behaviorists · On feline attentionClasses for every cat,
every challenge.
🐾 Kitten Foundations
The best time to start is now.
Kittens are sponges. This four-session program introduces recall, handling confidence, and the clicker — before the chaos of adolescence sets in. You'll leave knowing how to turn treat time into a two-way conversation.
What your cat learns
"Mochi used to bolt under the bed at the vet. After Kitten Foundations, she walked into her carrier herself. I cried a little."
Priya S.
Mochi, 5 months
Your trainer
Keiko Tanaka, CCBC
🌿 Leash & Adventure
The world outside your window.
Harness training done right — no wrestling, no drama. We introduce the harness as a cue for good things, build outdoor confidence at the cat's pace, and teach you how to read body language so every walk ends on a high note.
What your cat learns
"Theo now waits by the door when he sees his harness. Our apartment neighbors ask what his "breed" is. He's a rescue tabby and he's thriving."
Marcus O.
Theo, 2 years
Your trainer
Amara Osei, CFC
🩺 Calm Cat for Vet Visits
No more hiding under the table.
Vet anxiety is the #1 reason cats miss preventive care. This targeted program rewires the carrier and car-ride experience using cooperative care techniques. Cats learn that examination handling predicts treats, not terror.
What your cat learns
"Our vet said Biscuit was "the calmest cat she'd seen all year." He used to need two techs to hold him. Three sessions changed everything."
Linda W.
Biscuit, 7 years
Your trainer
Keiko Tanaka, CCBC
🏡 Multi-Cat Harmony
Peace is a skill, not a personality.
Territorial standoffs, resource guarding, and the 3 a.m. chase circuit — this program addresses the environmental and behavioral roots of multi-cat conflict. We map your space, restructure resources, and teach threshold management so everyone can coexist without a referee.
What your cat learns
"Soba and Udon were in a cold war for eight months. After Multi-Cat Harmony, they share the couch. Not cuddling, but sharing — which is progress."
James & Yuki T.
Soba & Udon, 3 years
Your trainer
Amara Osei, CFC
"A cat who scratches the couch isn't being destructive. They're leaving a message. Learning to read it changes everything."
— Whisker Behaviorists · On scratching behaviorUnhurried. Evidence-based.
Gently amused by everything cats do.
Positive reinforcement only
We use treats, toys, and timing — never punishment, spray bottles, or anything that erodes trust.
Science-backed methods
Every technique is grounded in feline behavioral science and updated with current research.
Apartment-friendly
All methods work in small spaces. We help you make 600 sq ft feel like a cat kingdom.
Sessions that fit your life
Evening and weekend slots. Sessions designed for busy people with demanding cats.
"The 3 a.m. zoomies have a reason. Understanding it is the first step to a full night's sleep."
— Whisker Behaviorists · On nocturnal activityCertified behaviorists.
Genuinely cat-obsessed.
Keiko Tanaka
200+ kittens graduatedCCBC · Fear-Free Certified
Kitten development & carrier confidence
Keiko spent six years working with shelter cats in Japan before bringing cooperative care techniques to Portland. She believes every cat has a learning style — her job is to find it. She keeps freeze-dried salmon in every pocket.
Amara Osei
180+ cats leash trainedCFC · IAABC Member
Leash training & multi-cat conflict
Amara came to cat behavior after a career in environmental enrichment for zoo felids. She brings the same spatial thinking to apartment living — restructuring rooms so cats feel like they have territory even in 600 square feet.
Book a Free
Temperament Chat
30 minutes, no obligation. We start with your cat — not a sales pitch.
5 Things Your Cat Is
Trying to Tell You
A practical PDF from our behaviorists — covering tail language, slow blinks, the midnight sprint, and why your cat knocks things off tables. (It's not spite.)
Not ready to book?
That's fine. Cats operate on their own timeline, and so can you. Browse the guides, grab the free PDF, or just read about the classes. We'll be here when you're ready.