Where Behavioral Science Meets Real-Life Feline Care

“Arise from sleep, old cat,

And with great yawns and stretchings...

Amble out for love”

― Issa, Japanese Haiku

The Essentials

Availability

Online consultations 7 days per week
In-home visits by inquiry

Location

New York City
Online
Select dates in US & UK

Qualifications

Certified Advanced Feline Behavior Specialist

Animal Behavior Institute

Contact Me

info@cat-behavior.com

My Approach

What I Do

  • Solve litter box, scratching, aggression, or other issues

  • Help fearful and shy cats build confidence

  • Support multi-cat households in finding balance

  • Provide fear-free, compassionate solutions tailored to your family

Every cat deserves to be heard

I’m Michelle Grace Danahy, Certified Advanced Feline Behavior Specialist. I work with the most difficult cats, even the ones others have given up on.

What Clients Are Saying

“Now that I am better at reading and understanding Mitzi's behavior and how I should respond to it, she has really started to come out of her shell in many ways.”

Nancy, Google Review

"My very anxious cat, who typically hides from strangers, trusted her almost immediately."


Caroline, Google Review

What Cats Are Saying

Athena & Minerva

Athena and Minerva were locked in a battle for territory in their Brooklyn apartment. After spending time with the cats, Michelle created a personalized plan to help Athena regain her confidence and Minerva learn to share. Within a month, the two were sharing their space, even the couch.


I’m afraid to go into the living room.

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“Michelle taught me how to read their body language and understand what to watch for, which has been a game-changer.”


Bailey “Kitty”, Google Review

ChinChin

ChinChin refused to use his litter box, regardless of how often it was cleaned or the type of litter used. Standard fixes weren’t working. After carefully observing him, Michelle discovered the real reason for his avoidance. By simply moving his litter box to a spot where he felt more secure, ChinChin was happily using it again the very same day with no further problems.


I’m afraid of the door near my litter box because that’s where new people come in.

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Tulip

Tulip showed intermittent aggression toward visitors. Following the usual advice only made things worse. Within 10 minutes of meeting her, Michelle had Tulip sitting calmly in her lap to the amazement of her guardian. By recognizing that Tulip was guarding her food bowl, Michelle suggested moving it to a quieter spot. Once the bowl was relocated, Tulip was finally able to relax around guests.

Don’t steal my food!

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