Cat Behaviour & Training in Adelaide
Gentle, Practical Help for Cats and Their Humans
Struggling with litter box problems, cat aggression, destructive scratching, introducing a new cat, or a cat who seems anxious or stressed?
At Paws & Reward, we provide professional, reward-based cat behaviour training in Adelaide designed to help you better understand your cat and create a calmer, more harmonious home.
Many people don’t realise that cats can absolutely be trained — and that behavioural challenges are often a sign that a cat is struggling to cope with their environment, stress levels, routine, or unmet needs. With the right support, many common cat behaviour issues can improve dramatically.
Whether your cat is spraying, toileting outside the litter tray, fearful of visitors, distressed in the carrier, fighting with another cat, or scratching furniture, we’ll work together to create practical, realistic solutions tailored to your cat and your household.
Common Cat Behaviour Issues We Can Help With
Litter box problems and inappropriate toileting
Cat aggression or conflict between cats
Introducing a new cat or kitten
Setting your home up for a new kitten or adult cat
Fear, anxiety, and stress-related behaviours
Carrier and vet visit stress
Excessive vocalisation
Undesirable scratching
Feeding and resource guarding concerns
Overstimulation and biting
Environmental enrichment and mental stimulation
Multi-pet household challenges
General behaviour and training support
What Adelaide Cat Owners Are Saying
“Lena’s advice has been absolutely amazing. Alfie’s toileting issues have dramatically improved, tensions between our pets have reduced, and our home feels far calmer. We finally understand our cats’ needs much better.”
— Lauren & Alfie
“Lena gave us practical advice and simple training strategies that helped address our kitten’s behavioural issues before they became long-term habits. The training was rewarding for both us and our kitten and really helped set us up for a harmonious life together.”
— Felicity & Lumi
“We learned so much through Cat College, and Lena’s advice helped make vet visits with our kittens far less stressful and unpleasant. Totally worth the time and money.”
— Nicole
“Lena has been incredibly kind, professional, and a wealth of knowledge. Her practical advice and support made a huge difference.”
— Jess & Marie-Ann
Pricing & What to Expect
Initial Behaviour Consult — $180
60 minutes
Your initial consultation includes:
A comprehensive discussion about your cat’s behaviour, routine, environment, and history
Practical management and behaviour modification strategies
Guidance on enrichment, stress reduction, and meeting your cat’s behavioural needs
A customised training and behaviour plan tailored to your goals and household
Tailored recommendations for your cat and home environment
Ongoing support recommendations where needed
Consultations are available:
In-person across Adelaide
Online Australia-wide
Revisit Consult — $110
45 minutes
Follow-up support sessions designed to help you continue progressing towards your training and behaviour goals.
Why Cat Training Matters
Cats are often misunderstood. Unlike dogs, many behavioural issues in cats are subtle and can gradually escalate over time if the underlying cause isn’t addressed.
At Paws & Reward, we have extensive experience working with cats displaying a wide range of behavioural challenges, including toileting issues, inter-cat conflict, anxiety, fear-related behaviours, and difficulties adjusting to changes within the home.
We have seen many cats surrendered due to behaviour concerns that could have been prevented or improved with the right guidance and environmental support.
Our goal is not just to “stop” behaviours — it’s to help owners understand why their cat is behaving a certain way and how to meet their emotional and behavioural needs in a practical, achievable way.
Using gentle, science-based methods, we focus on building trust, reducing stress, and improving communication between cats and their humans — never punishment or intimidation.
Our approach focuses on:
Understanding feline behaviour
Preventing overwhelm and fear
Creating positive associations
Improving confidence and emotional wellbeing
Helping owners feel more confident and supported
Creating an environment where both you and your cat can thrive
Create a Calmer, Happier Home for Your Cat
Living with behaviour challenges can feel stressful and overwhelming — but you don’t have to navigate it alone.
With practical guidance, environmental support, and gentle training, many cat behaviour issues can improve significantly.
Book your cat behaviour consultation today and start building a more relaxed, harmonious relationship with your cat.