Overstimulation in Cats: What It Is and How To Address It with Misty Hampton

The term “overstimulation” is sometimes used among cat professionals. But do we all mean the same thing? Like any label, it has the potential to be useful in certain contexts – if we all agree on a definition. Applied too broadly, it limits understanding.

In 2023, I began researching to gain a deeper understanding of how the term “overstimulation” is used among cat professionals. My goal was to explore how the label could be used to promote better understanding of cats’ behavior and needs. In this presentation, I propose a working definition of overstimulation. I discuss strategic interventions to alleviate it, which can lead to better interactions and improved outcomes for people and cats.

Webinar Objectives – What You Will Learn

• Define the term “overstimulation” as it applies to cats
• Explore the advantages and disadvantages of using “overstimulation” as a label
• Identify things that may be overstimulating to cats
• Be able to recognize the warning signs of overstimulation
• Understand how to prevent cats from experiencing overstimulation
• Know strategies to address overstimulation when it occurs

Your Presenters- Misty Hampton

Misty Hampton (CCBC, FFCP) is a cat trainer and behavior consultant, owner of Fellow Creatures Pet Consulting. Nature and animals have always been central in Misty’s life, but it wasn’t until she adopted cats as an adult that she first became interested in studying cat behavior. She has worked for a reptile education company, a freshwater aquarium warehouse, and a local cat shelter. Her passion is helping people better understand misunderstood animals.

Misty began teaching at the age of 12 and started tutoring her peers while still in high school. She was an instructor for a home-schooling community for 13 years. She is currently a tutor, college and career counselor, and life coach for young adults and teens through her business, Third Door Coaching. She shares her life with her husband, Jesse; their five cats, Linus, Jasper, Abigail, Pearl, and Piper; and a multitude of fish – too many to count!

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