Building Trust Through Positive Interactions
Positive interactions with caregivers are an important part of animal care in research facilities. Cats can develop familiar, trusting relationships with the people who care for them, and gentle handling, petting and other positive experiences can help support their comfort and well-being.
Cats have individual personalities and preferences, so caregivers learn to recognize their behavior and body language to understand how they respond to different interactions. Providing opportunities for positive human contact, along with appropriate housing, enrichment and veterinary care, helps support the physical and behavioral health of cats in research.
