ABOUT US
Heather Brown, C.F.T.B.S - Owner
Unlike most, my love for cats did not begin in childhood. I liked cats as most young girls do, but I didn't have one and didn't really know much about them other than they were cute.
That changed when I applied to volunteer with my local shelter as a foster parent. Drawing from skills I learned in nursing school, I initially focused on providing care for medical and palliative cases. My joy in caring for sick and injured homeless animals quickly turned into a career changing fascination with feline behaviour, particularly in how stress, fear, environment and temperament factored into the rehabilitation process.
Over the last decade, I have studied feline health and behaviour, acquiring the knowledge and skills that have allowed me to work professionally with cats (and dogs too!). I have earned the prestigious designation of Certified Feline Behavior and Training Specialist through the Animal Behavior Institute. Some of my work has included:
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Managing all aspects of animal care, including training animal shelter staff and volunteers in medical and behaviour best practices
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Creating and implementing feline behaviour modification plans in animal shelters.
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Training and mentoring shelter and rescue volunteers with feral kitten socialization.
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Performing feline behaviour evaluations for shelter and rescue groups.
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Consulting on post-adoption support programs for new cat owners having difficulty during the transition period.
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Providing individual behaviour counselling for cats exhibiting aggression, litter box issues, destructive behaviours, nuisance behaviours, fear based behaviours, integration issues and compulsive behaviours.
With my services you are receiving a great deal more than care for your cat while you are away - you are benefiting from the professionalism and knowledge of somebody that knows cats.
Velicia - Registered Veterinary Technician, Professional Pet Care Provider
Bio coming soon
Beth - Professional Pet Care Provider
From a young age, Beth’s life has been shaped by a deep love for cats that quickly grew into a lifelong passion. While other kids spent their summers at play, Beth devoted hers to helping local cat rescues, taking on everything from feeding and cleaning to socialization and accompanying cats to veterinary appointments.
Her hands-on experience extends beyond felines; she has also worked with and raised lambs, developing a well-rounded foundation in animal care. Even so, cats have always held her heart. She has fostered barn kittens, patiently nurturing them and helping prepare them for their forever homes.
Driven by a strong curiosity about animal behavior, Beth is currently furthering her education through a specialized feline behavior and training course. She also plans to pursue her feline grooming license, with the goal of bringing this expanded expertise into the future of Sarnia Cat Sitter, ensuring the highest standard of care for every cat she works with.
Jemily - Professional Pet Sitter
Bio coming soon