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GIFT
Animal Care
Feline Behaviour & Psychology Training
Cats are fascinating creatures, each with unique habits, moods, and instincts that shape their interactions with people and their environment. Feline behaviour is the study of these patterns, exploring communication, emotions, and responses to different situations. By learning about feline behaviour and psychology, owners and professionals can better support the health and happiness of their cats. A structured feline behaviour course or feline behaviour training helps uncover reasons behind common actions such as scratching, purring, or hunting play. Whether through a feline behaviour and psychology diploma or a diploma in feline behaviour, the knowledge equips learners to work as a feline behaviour coach or even progress towards becoming a feline behaviour specialist.
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Animal Care
Canine and Feline Behaviour Course
Course Description
Every cat has a story told through its body language, emotions, and instincts. The Feline Behaviour & Psychology Training with Free Certificate reveals how domestication shaped today’s companions and why they communicate in distinctive ways. Through this feline behaviour course, learners explore stress, toileting, hunting, and feline needs, as well as the science behind purring, kneading, or rolling on their backs.
The curriculum covers topics ranging from communication and reproduction to feline safety, obesity control, and preventing household conflicts. This feline behaviour training builds confidence to recognise signs of anxiety, phobias, and other feline behaviour problems, while addressing practical issues in multi-cat households. Each lesson gives valuable insights that help strengthen relationships between humans and cats.
Completing this feline behaviour and psychology diploma opens opportunities to assist owners and improve feline welfare. Whether aspiring to work as a feline behaviour coach or a feline behaviour specialist, the diploma in feline behaviour equips learners to interpret behaviour patterns and apply strategies that support feline wellbeing. This rewarding path makes you more than an observer—you become an advocate for healthier, happier cats.
Note: Skill-up is a Janets-approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses. Free QLS Certificate Included.
Certificate of Achievement
Limited Time Offer
Free QLS Certificate Included
Learning outcome
- - Explore the origins of domestication and feline instincts.
- - Interpret communication, signals, and feline emotions.
- - Identify triggers behind stress, anxiety, and conflicts.
- - Address common feline behaviour problems through safe strategies.
- - Support welfare using nutrition, safety, and environmental control.
Why should I take this course?
- - You will receive QLS Endorsed & CPD Accredited Certificate upon completing the course.
- - Learners seeking a feline behaviour and psychology diploma.
- - Individuals wishing to complete a diploma in feline behaviour.
- - Students preparing for careers as a feline behaviour specialist.
- - Pet owners interested in feline behaviour training.
- - Candidates exploring roles as a feline behaviour coach.
Endorsement
This course has received endorsement by the Quality Licence Scheme for its exceptional quality, non-regulated training program. However, it is not regulated by Ofqual and does not offer accredited qualifications. Your training provider can advise you on prospective recognition opportunities, such as avenues to additional or higher education.
Method of Assessment
To assess your knowledge, you will take an automated multiple-choice exam. Passing and meeting the criteria for the Quality Licence Scheme-endorsed certificate requires a minimum score of 60%. Once you have achieved this score, you can apply for your certificate.
Furthermore, there are assignment questions at the end of the course that we highly recommend to answer. Completing these questions will help you understand your progress. You can answer them any time you want. The best thing is that our knowledgeable tutors will go over your work and provide insightful criticism.
Career Path
- - Feline Behaviour Specialist – Average salary: £25,000–£35,000 per year
- - Feline Behaviour Coach – Average salary: £22,000–£30,000 per year
- - Animal Shelter Manager – Average salary: £24,000–£32,000 per year
- - Feline Behaviour Specialist – Average salary: £25,000–£35,000 per year
- - Animal Welfare Officer – Average salary: £23,000–£31,000 per year
- - Veterinary Assistant – Average salary: £19,000–£25,000 per year
- - Animal Shelter Manager – Average salary: £24,000–£32,000 per year
- - Pet Nutrition Advisor – Average salary: £21,000–£28,000 per year
Frequestly Asked Questions
Feline behaviour refers to the natural instincts, communication methods, and social habits of cats. It includes how they hunt, play, groom, interact with humans, and respond to their environment. Understanding feline behaviour helps cat owners interpret body language such as tail movements, ear positions, and vocal sounds. In the UK, many cat behaviourists emphasise creating a safe, enriching environment to support a cat’s mental and emotional well-being. Recognising normal feline behaviour ensures cats stay happy, secure, and less prone to stress-related issues.
The 3-3-3 rule is a helpful guideline for understanding how adopted cats adjust to their new home. It describes three key stages:
– 3 Days: Your cat may feel anxious, hide, or refuse food while adapting to the new environment.
– 3 Weeks: They begin to feel more comfortable, explore the home, and show more of their personality.
– 3 Months: The cat feels secure, settled, and fully part of the household.
This rule is widely used by UK animal shelters and cat adoption centres to help new owners set realistic expectations during the adjustment period.
Concerning cat behaviour is any action that signals distress, pain, or illness. Examples include sudden aggression, hiding excessively, inappropriate urination, over-grooming, or changes in appetite. In the UK, vets recommend that any sudden change in routine behaviour—such as withdrawal, loss of interest in play, or vocal distress—should be checked promptly. These signs may indicate health issues or emotional stress that require professional attention from a vet or feline behaviourist.
Red flag behaviours in cats are warning signs that something may be seriously wrong. These include:
– Persistent aggression towards humans or other animals
– Refusal to eat or drink for over 24 hours
– Continuous hiding or avoiding interaction
– Excessive grooming leading to bald patches
– Repeated litter box avoidance
Such behaviours can point to medical conditions, anxiety, or environmental stressors. UK cat owners are encouraged to consult a vet immediately if these red flags appear to rule out illness and receive behaviour management advice.
Cats don’t apologise in human terms, but they show remorse or reconciliation through subtle body language. A cat may approach slowly, blink softly, purr, or gently head-butt you to rebuild trust. In British households, these gestures are recognised as signs of affection and peace-making. Offering calm reassurance, gentle strokes, and treats can strengthen your bond and help your cat feel forgiven and secure again.
A stressed cat may display physical and behavioural signs that include:
– Hiding or avoiding contact
– Excessive grooming or scratching
– Loss of appetite or overeating
– Aggression or restlessness
– Changes in litter box habits
In the UK, experts recommend providing hiding spaces, consistent routines, and enrichment activities like climbing trees or puzzle feeders to reduce stress. Chronic stress can lead to health problems, so consulting a vet or cat behaviourist is important if symptoms persist.
Curriculum
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Domestication of Cats
00:10:00
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Communication & Stress According to Origin
00:08:00
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Sleeping & Toileting According to Origin
00:07:00
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Hunting & Drinking Water According to Origin
00:06:00
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Reproduction & Disease According to Origin
00:06:00
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Another Type of Cats – Feral Cats
00:09:00
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Understanding Feline Body Language
00:17:00
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Understanding Common Behaviour
00:20:00
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Understanding Cat Communication
00:20:00
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Types of Feline Need
00:10:00
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Do Cats Feel Love and Other Human Emotions
00:13:00
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How Smart Are Cats
00:09:00
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Why Do Cats Hiss
00:03:00
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Why Do Cats Purr
00:07:00
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Why Do Cats Rub Against Things
00:07:00
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Why Do Cats Scratch Things?
00:06:00
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Why Do Cats Play with Their Prey
00:05:00
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Why Do Some Cats Become Anxious or Phobic
00:10:00
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Why Do Cats Roll on Their Backs to Greet People
00:03:00
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Why Do Cats “Sulk”
00:04:00
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Why Do Cats Knead or Paddle with Their Paws
00:03:00
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Why Does a Male Cat Bite a Female’s Neck While Mating
00:03:00
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Why Do Mother Cats Move Kittens
00:06:00
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Why Do Some Cats Howl, Especially at Night
00:10:00
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Cats and the Law
00:08:00
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Bringing Your New Cat Home
00:19:00
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Feeding and Controlling Obesity
00:27:00
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Managing Your Cat’s Behaviour
00:40:00
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Keeping Your Cat Safe
00:33:00
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Neutering – Family Planning for Felines
00:15:00
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Pregnant Cats, Birth and Care of Young Kittens
00:35:00
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Cats Living Together
00:17:00
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How to Prevent Cat Conflicts in Multi-cat Households
00:10:00
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When to Let Go
00:11:00
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Duration:Self-paced Learning
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Access:1 Year
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Units:35
