Michelle Danahy

Certified Cat Behavior Specialist

I am based in New York City with years of both professional and personal experience working with cats. I hold a certification in Feline Behavior and Training from the Animal Behavior Institute and have recently completed their Advanced Feline Behavior Specialist certification. Both certifications require 40+ hours of field work in a shelter and classes in feline training, behavior, enrichment, health, nutrition, advanced training, and animal minds and emotions.

I've worked with cats of all ages— from neonatal kittens to seniors—at Best Friends Life Saving Center and NYC Animal Care Centers, and I regularly receive referrals from veterinarians across the city. I'm also certified in Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) through Neighborhood Cats, supporting my work in community cat care and population management.