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HAPPY CATS ONLINE COURSES

You'll find all the online training courses below in our Happy Cats Academy, and much more!

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Happy Cats Bootcamp

General therapy plan for unwanted cat behavior - by Anneleen Bru, cat behavior therapist

In this Bootcamp, you will be guided for 20 days by Anneleen Bru and learn the 50 steps of the Cat Matrix, the generic therapy plan that Anneleen developed to bring cat behavior back into harmony. This behavior plan helps you to prevent, manage, and resolve unwanted behavior. (Total duration: 6h)

Cat Language

In this session, you will learn about the portfolio of cat signals that are important for understanding your cat well on a daily basis. - by Anneleen Bru

Cat language consists of many different signals, including sounds, movements, and entire behaviours. But what does it all mean?

101 Tips for a Happy Cat

This is a super fun collection of the best tips that cat behaviourist Anneleen has for cat lovers, presented in an appealing way. - by Anneleen Bru


This beginner's training for cat lovers is ideal for those who are expecting a new kitten or simply want to start with the most powerful tips for happy cats. We'll cover behaviour, well-being, strengthening your relationship, environment, training, socialisation, and much more!

Enrichment for cats

About natural hunting instincts, scent and food enrichment, play and hunting aggression - by Anneleen Bru, feline behaviorist

Cats are naturally programmed as hunters, tree climbers, and opportunists. But how do you, as a loving cat owner, ensure that your cat gets the chance every day to exhibit natural behavior indoors in a desirable and appropriate way? (Total duration: 2 hours)

Clicker training

About how you can train your cat to show new and cooperative behaviours - by Anneleen Bru, cat behaviourist

Cats are more intelligent than you think! Mental stimulation through clicker training is a substantiated and efficient way to make your cat more confident and happier, and to strengthen your relationship. And it's fun too! In 4 sessions, you will learn to clicker train your cats! (Total duration: 4h)

Cat & Transport

Many cats experience stress during transport, e.g. to the vet or a cattery. It doesn't always have to be so stressful if you understand how to train a cat to be transported. - by Anneleen Bru

In this convenient and practical online training, Anneleen teaches you all the tips and tricks to make transporting your cat easier and less stressful. Which carrier to choose, how to train your cat so it has a positive association with the carrier and transport so it experiences less stress.

Cats & Babies

About how we can best prepare our cats for the arrival of a baby - by Anneleen Bru

Parents-to-be can often experience stress when they want to prepare both their living environment and their cats for the arrival of their baby. In this training, we look at numerous tips to optimize the harmony between your cats and baby.

Cats & Kids

Cats and children can build a beautiful friendship if we support them in doing so. - by Anneleen Bru.

How can we best teach our children to care for our cats, so they can develop a wonderful friendship based on mutual respect and understanding? This is not just about teaching responsibility and insight into behaviour, but also about providing a safe and harmonious environment where both child and cat feel good.

Kittens

This online training is an introductory session about kittens: from birth to young adolescents - by Anneleen Bru

How do they grow, how do they develop sensorially and behaviourally, how can we best socialise and raise them, how should we legally register kittens, and what do they all need to become the best version of themselves?

Introducing Cats

Cats are naturally enemies, so a correct introduction between two cats is essential for them to get along well. - by Anneleen Bru

In this training, Anneleen tells you step by step how to introduce cats to each other, so you increase the chance that they will tolerate each other and can build a friendship. There are many nuances and preparations that need to be considered.

Help, my cats don't get along!

Tension between cats is very common, often due to resource scarcity and an improper introduction. How do you recognize it, and what can you do about it? - by Anneleen Bru

In this session, you will quickly and efficiently delve into an acute situation of tension between cats and what you can do to nip it in the bud.

Help, my cat is peeing outside the litter box

Inappropriate urination in cats means urinating outside the litter box by leaving large puddles of urine on horizontal surfaces throughout the house. Why do cats do this and what can you do about it? - by Anneleen Bru

We look at the causes and influences of urinating outside the litter box and what you can do to immediately improve this.

Undesired scratching behavior

About unwanted scratching in the home, what most cats' favorite scratching furniture is, and how you can discover what your cat truly needs - by Anneleen Bru, cat behaviorist

In this online training, we delve into all the reasons, causes, and solutions for (unwanted) scratching behavior in cats. This training explains why cats scratch and what you can do about it. (Total duration: 45min)

Scaredy cats

About possible causes and influences of fear & anxiety and how to better recognise and understand them - by Anneleen Bru, cat behaviourist

What can you do to change your cat's fearful behaviour? Resocialisation training is a simple but powerful technique to make kittens who are not feeling well at ease and feel more confident. (Total duration: 2h)

Multi-cat households

About dealing with and avoiding tension and conflict between cats - by Anneleen Bru, feline behaviorist

In this online training, we'll look at the important foundations for a harmonious cohabitation between cats, the causes and solutions for tension in the home, how to properly introduce cats, and what you can do to ensure your cats become the best of friends. (Total duration: 5h)

Incontinence & Spraying

About urinating outside the litter box and spraying in the house - by Anneleen Bru, feline behaviorist

Inappropriate urination and spraying are natural behaviors that are considered highly undesirable by owners. We discuss all the different causes and influences on this behavior, to better understand it and what you can do to change the behavior. (Total duration: 3.5h)

People-oriented aggression

A cat that attacks its owner or visitors, that's something we take very seriously. An aggressive cat can be incredibly frightening, and we must not underestimate the impact of this behaviour on people - by Anneleen Bru

What do you do when you or your visitors are attacked by your cat? Whether it's out of fear, fright, or frustration, aggression towards owners is a problem that we must not allow to happen. In this session, you will learn all the causes and reasons, along with the appropriate solutions to channel and improve this behaviour.

Hygiene in Cats

Hygiene in cats is an important and underexposed topic: how we deal with hygiene for and around our cats, an essential part of our care for them - by behavioural biologist Els Peeters

How do we keep the environment clean for our cats and for ourselves? What dangers are there? Which products work and which don't? What effectively kills bacteria, viruses, fungi (and what doesn't?) and much more! (Total duration: 2h)

Senior cats

About recognizing and understanding old age, pain, discomfort, and (chronic) illnesses in older cats and the importance of medical check-ups & clinical examination - by veterinarian & cat coach Julie Houtmeyers

Cats are living longer, and as a result, more age-related diseases and chronic conditions are appearing in them. In addition, they are masters at hiding illness and pain, so it is a challenge for us to help them. In this training, you will learn how to provide the best possible behavioral and physical support for your older cat. (Total duration: 4h)

Coat care

For this training, Jet Bijen, the most renowned coat specialist in Belgium and the Netherlands, will take us into the wonderful world of the cat's coat - by Jet Bijen

Our cats have such wonderfully soft coats, and we love nothing more than to cuddle and stroke them. But what about their coats? Should we help them and brush them a lot? Or should we rather leave them alone?

Jet will hold no secrets back from us and shares all her expertise for the motivated cat owner who wants to keep their cat's coat healthy and strong.

Nutrition & behavior

Nutrition is so much more than what's in your cat's bowl.
You'll discover how nutrition, environment, and behavior are inextricably linked and how you can use this to make your cat's life even more exciting -
by Anneleen Bru

You'll learn about natural eating behavior, why hunting is so important, how to offer food in the environment, food enrichment, and much more. (Total duration: 1.5 hrs)

Cat genetics

About the fascinating world of genetics in cats, including heredity, reproduction, color genetics, behavior & genes, blood groups and epigenetics - by behavioral biologist Els Peeters

The principles of genetics are incredibly fascinating. Learn how genes are passed on, where your cat's color comes from, hereditary diseases, and much more! (Total duration: 6h)

Feline Biology

About respiration, circulation, lymphatic system, nervous system, senses, skin, coat, nails, digestion, metabolism, elimination & reproduction - by behavioural biologist Els Peeters

Delve into the complete biological background of the cat, and what causes it to have certain needs, behave as it does, and how its body is structured. (Total duration: 6h)

Cats & Nutrition

Whether you've just welcomed a new cat into your home, are raising a kitten, or simply want to learn more about your current cat's nutritional needs, this course provides essential knowledge and practical tips - by nutritionist Marilyn Bakker

You will learn about different food types, nutrients, the importance of a balanced diet, and challenges cats face. (Total duration: 6h)

Cat breeding

This training provides a solid foundation for you to start as a cat breeder responsibly, knowledgeably, and most importantly, well - by Anneleen Bru.

Starting with cat breeding is incredibly enjoyable, but it also comes with great responsibility. During this online training, I will guide you step by step through the world of responsible cat breeding, specifically aimed at people who are just starting or planning to start. (Total duration: 3h)

Zoonoses in cats

About zoonoses, how diseases are transmitted between animals and humans, and how to prevent and manage them to minimize transmission - by Dr. Prof. Paul Overgauw

Zoonoses are transmissible diseases between humans and animals, and since we live closely with our pets, it is very important to understand this matter so that we comprehend the risks and know what to do if we are dealing with a zoonosis. 

Dog & Cat

This training is for individuals who are expecting a puppy/dog soon, or already have a dog and want to minimize the chance of stress and tension through a well-thought-out approach - by Anneleen Bru and Sedrick Vangronsveld

In this workshop, you will learn how to build the process step-by-step with attention to control, choice, and safety for the cat. You will learn to recognize stress signals, adapt the living environment, and manage situations in such a way that tension, chasing, and fear are prevented as much as possible.

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