Most cat behavior problems aren’t bad manners—they’re unmet needs. Scratching furniture, biting, or avoiding the litter box are often signs that something in their environment is off. In this episode, we apply psychology’s most famous triangle—Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs—to decode what your cat truly expects from you, layer by layer. You’ll learn how to identify hidden stressors like whisker fatigue, why so-called “lazy” cats are often mentally under-stimulated, and how to meet every level of your cat’s needs from safety to self-actualization. Then we flip the model. Maslow’s pyramid isn’t built for cats—or humans. Instead, we reveal the scientifically backed “Five Pillars of a Healthy Feline Environment” used by behaviorists and veterinarians to create calm, confident, and well-adjusted cats. You’ll see how to fix problem behaviors without punishment, design a home your cat actually thrives in, and build a stronger, more trusting bond through real feline psychology.

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