Presentations

It feels weird saying I've been teaching for almost 30 years now! I don't feel old enough to say that.

I started teaching at age 12. I'm a Fear Free certified trainer and a Certified Cat Behavior Consultant (IAABC). I have experience working with diverse audiences, ranging from kids to adults. I am available for webinars and in-person speaking engagements at conferences and workshops around the world. (If your event isn't in English, I'm happy to work with your translator.)

Please email me to inquire about rates and booking.

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Nice to Meet You. Now, Get Off My Cat Tree!: Introductions and Relationships Between Pets
What's the Scoop?: All About Litter Boxes
Cat Enrichment from A to Z
Cooperative Care Made Easy
I Can Has Tuna?: Food and Feeding Strategies
Feline Adventures: In the Living Room and On the Trail
Purr-fectly Relaxed: Tools & Strategies to Reduce Stress
Cats in Their Golden Years: Helping Senior Cats Thrive
How To Train Your Cat

Upcoming events

October 2026

October 29th at 11:00 AM PST

webinar presented with Inventor Cat

for veterinary and cat care professionals, and cat parents too!

Learn how to:

Prepare for the visit to encourage a positive experience
Spot the cat's behavioral cues to understand their reactions and adjust your approach
Implement the Cat Friendly approach to injections
Continue practicing to reinforce positive associations and make future sessions easier

Learn more and register here.

Cat Friendly Injection Workshop

November 2026

A live webinar fundraiser for Meow Village

Sunday, November 1st

4:00-5:00 PM PST

Are your cats having trouble getting along? You’re not alone!

Hissing, chasing, fighting, or tension between cats can make life stressful for everyone — including your feline companions!

Whether you’re introducing a new cat, managing ongoing disagreements, or simply hoping to keep the peace, this webinar is for you! Learn practical strategies to better understand your cats’ behavior, reduce conflict, and create a happier, more peaceful home.

Tickets start at just $15! All tickets include access to the live webinar, Q&A session with Misty, and access to the recording after the event.

Your ticket purchase supports Meow Village, a 100% foster-based cat rescue. Every dollar helps provide food, veterinary care, and second chances for cats and kittens in need.

Scan the QR code from the flyer or click here to register.

Conflict Resolution for Cats

From Overstimulation to Relaxation

webinar for IAABC Pounce! conference 2026

Sunday, November 8th

1:00-2:30 PM PST

Being a cat isn't all sunshine and catnip. There are a lot of things that can be stressful for cats, from big events like holiday celebrations to everyday interactions like discomfort with petting. When the stress gets overwhelming, we call that overstimulation. In this presentation, we will define the term "overstimulation" as it applies to cats and talk about how to recognize and address it. Then, we will talk about ways that we can reduce stress for cats and help them build resilience through intentional relaxation training and giving them more agency in interactions.