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The Cat Counsellor Hi there! I'm Molly Kelsey, a vet nurse turned Feline Behavioural Consultant based in Auckland, New Zealand. I am here to help you and your cat.

My work centres around giving you the tools to understand and help your feline companion to be the best version of themselves. I work directly with owners and their cats covering a variety of behavioural problems such as interspecies aggression, furniture damage, separation anxiety, house soiling and more. Behavioural Assessments include a behaviour modification plan, environment adjustments and e

nrichment with follow up consultations if needed. General Consultations cover general queries such as kitten socialization, home modifications for indoor cats and medicating techniques. An unhappy cat often exhibits problem behaviours which leads to an unhappy household. Reach each out via my site or email and let's get started!

You may have noticed things have been quiet here at TCC, but I’m slowly settling back into things 🤓I had brain surgery i...
12/07/2025

You may have noticed things have been quiet here at TCC, but I’m slowly settling back into things 🤓

I had brain surgery in May (fun times) and unfortunately had a *few* post operative complications that set my recovery back a month or so.

With everything that has happened I’m only booking a limited number of consultations each week for the moment to ensure I’m taking care of my wee brain. So if you have to wait a few weeks to meet with me it’s for a good reason. Recovery is a stroll not a sprint as they say 🙏🏻

Happy (and grateful) to be back 🐱
Molly x

So you’ve reached an impasse in trying to understand your cat’s behaviour, and are worried about their emotional well-be...
09/07/2025

So you’ve reached an impasse in trying to understand your cat’s behaviour, and are worried about their emotional well-being. Now what to do about it?

A behaviour consultation with TCC is a wonderful way to not only better understand your cat and improve your relationship with them, but also effectively address the behaviour(s) of concern.

A little tangent - As someone who has struggled with their own pet’s behaviour in the past and eventually sought out help after a LONG time of trying to figure out on my own, I know that working with a behaviour professional can be a little daunting at times.

Rest assured, I’m here to make the process as low-stress and easy as possible for you and your cat.

Getting Things Started -
Contact - Fill out the contact form on my website or Linktree. Try to give as much detail about your cat’s situation as possible.

Consultation options - I will respond to your message with my consultation recommendations and provide a booking link.

Booking confirmation - Once a date and time is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation email.

Preparing for Consultation -
Forms - You will need to complete a behavioural intake form (one per cat), this is linked on the booking page.

Before the consultation - I will review your completed forms and cat’s medical records. You will get an email reminder the day before.

Policies - My cancellation and refund policies can be found on my website.

Consultation + Support -
Consultation time - We will spend the allocated time 1:1 virtually via Google Meet, your cat does not need to be present (unless they are so inclined) for the consultation.

Behaviour report - You will receive your cat’s behaviour report within 3 working days via email. A summary will be sent to your nominated Veterinary clinic as well.

Ongoing support - Depending on the package, you will have support via email/WhatsApp and virtual follow-up(s) via Google Meet. Additional support can be organised as well.

Ready to take effective action?

Get in touch with TCC today -
www.thecatcounsellor.com

💳🐱 Save 10% on all The Cat Counsellor services with your SuperGold Card 🐱💳To activate this offer-After booking your TCC ...
08/07/2025

💳🐱 Save 10% on all The Cat Counsellor services with your SuperGold Card 🐱💳

To activate this offer-
After booking your TCC service simply head to https://supergold.govt.nz/offers/17047 and enter your details.

T&Cs
Bookings are essential, subject to availability. Your discount will be automatically included in your invoice. Your discount cannot be combined with any other offer

Think your cat’s ignoring you? Think again!🧐 Debunking the ‘aloof cat’ myth. Cats are often misunderstood as solitary cr...
19/05/2025

Think your cat’s ignoring you? Think again!

🧐 Debunking the ‘aloof cat’ myth.

Cats are often misunderstood as solitary creatures, but they form strong social bonds with their humans. Their ways of showing affection might differ from dogs, but they’re just as meaningful.

How does your cat make connections with you?

Client Case + 5⭐️ Testimonial!Human-directed aggression cases aren’t often talked about (which is understandable) but I ...
05/05/2025

Client Case + 5⭐️ Testimonial!

Human-directed aggression cases aren’t often talked about (which is understandable) but I wanted to shine a light on a case that I hold dear to my heart.

From biting to bonding — Stevie just needed the right help.

🐱 Stevie’s aggressive behaviour towards her loving owner was a challenge and a genuine safety issue with daily occurrences that left significant injuries.

Through slow but consistent behaviour modification and environmental adjustments, Stevie was able to relax and learned more enjoyable ways to interact with her mum, who was better equipped to understand Stevie’s unique needs and behaviour.

📝 Debbie (Stevie’s guardian) was kind enough to leave a review which said the following -

“After the loss of “Captain Kirk” the snow bengal, Stevie, my silver bengal started to be very clingy and anxious. She randomly attacked my legs. The biting and clawing behaviour lasted about 8 months until I found Molly.

Even after the first session with Molly I came away with many things to try and was able to start calming Stevie and reduce her attacks. Molly supported us for 3 months and Stevie’s attacks went from multiple times a day to very rarely. I would say Stevie improved by 95% in 3 months and we both had fun together learning new ways to interact that didn’t involve teeth and claws.

I can highly recommend Molly. Her knowledge base of all things cat is huge. She is empathetic and a good listener too. I now have my sweet smart Bengal Stevie back to how she was before losing her best buddy.”

🗓️ If you are struggling with your cat’s aggression or another behaviour concern, you don’t have to go at it alone! Get in touch today to get started.

Life Update!As some of you know I’ve been off work while recovering from surgery.I had plans to return to TCC things yes...
13/03/2025

Life Update!

As some of you know I’ve been off work while recovering from surgery.

I had plans to return to TCC things yesterday but recovery is taking a wee bit longer than I’d anticipated.

Luckily I have nurse Barney to help me out and keep me company.

I’m planning to be back at my desk on the 27th of March, all things going well.

P.S. If you haven’t had a response to your email/message by then please give me a buzz!

Molly x

We all have to eat, and sometimes feeding our beloved furry friend isn’t as straightforward as it seems.At the end of th...
22/02/2025

We all have to eat, and sometimes feeding our beloved furry friend isn’t as straightforward as it seems.

At the end of the day we want our cats to be happy, and mealtime to be an enjoyable experience for them - So here are five of the most common mistakes I see when it comes to feeding cats, and how you can fix them!

If you are struggling with your cat’s behaviour, you don’t have to! Get in touch today to book your own
1:1 Behaviour Consultation.

Happy Galentines/Valentine’s Day folks 🫶🏻 Enjoy some timely messages from cats (if they had thumbs) 🥰📱
14/02/2025

Happy Galentines/Valentine’s Day folks 🫶🏻 Enjoy some timely messages from cats (if they had thumbs) 🥰📱

Christmas trees and cats don't always go well together, but alas if you are so inclined, a tree is a staple for the holi...
15/12/2024

Christmas trees and cats don't always go well together, but alas if you are so inclined, a tree is a staple for the holiday season.

Here are some of my top tips to keep your cat safe and entertained, whilst keeping your tree in one piece!

- Use plastic ornaments over glass, just in case they fall to the ground.

- Hide any electrical cords, and opt for battery operated over lights connected to mains power.

- Make sure the tree is stable, the last thing we want is a leaning tower situation.

- Provide hiding places under the tree, your cat is going to want to investigate under the tree, so why not provide some boxes or nest beds for them to hang out in.

- Spray the tree with or .petcare Catcomfort spray, this will help to reduce any stress associated with the introduction of the tree to the home.

- Reward your cat when they ignore the tree, this will help reinforce that leaving the tree alone is more beneficial for the cat.

- Avoid using tinsel or angel hair for decorating, this material can be very dangerous if ingested.

- Provide cat-friendly climbing opportunities nearby, especially if your cat is inclined to climb up the tree.

- Choose a fake tree or one that doesn’t drop needles. Fir trees can be toxic, so we want to reduce the risk of our cats ingesting any part of them.

- Make sure ornaments are properly secured to the tree, especially those with small parts.

Have you had experience with a Christmas tree-obsessed kitty? Let me know in the comments below!

Hey folks, December is just around the corner (yikes) and I just took a quick look at my planner to see I only have six ...
18/11/2024

Hey folks,

December is just around the corner (yikes) and I just took a quick look at my planner to see I only have six slots left before I close my books for the holiday break on Thursday 19th of December.

If you have been thinking about getting in touch with me to help you understand your cat and address your cat's concerning behaviours, now would be a wonderful time to do so.

Head to my website thecatcounsellor.com/contact, complete the contact form and I will be in touch shortly!

Molly x

My little admin assistant Barney 🫶🏻🐯   This little guy is the perfect snuggle bug once he gets to know you, he’s always ...
20/09/2024

My little admin assistant Barney 🫶🏻🐯

This little guy is the perfect snuggle bug once he gets to know you, he’s always up for a play, and enjoys his sleep ins. Contact for more information.

Catch me this weekend at the Auckland Pet and Animal Expo 🐯☺️ 📣 I’ll be giving a talk both afternoons where I’ll be shar...
17/09/2024

Catch me this weekend at the Auckland Pet and Animal Expo 🐯☺️

📣 I’ll be giving a talk both afternoons where I’ll be sharing my best tips and tricks on low-stress vet visits for cats that you can use with your own feline friends.

Details-
🎟️ Tickets available at showground entrance
⏰ 3:30pm at the indoor performance arena
📆 Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September
📍 Auckland Showgrounds, Greenlane

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