Francine Miller

Certified Animal Behavior Counselor

Francine Miller is an Applied Animal Behavior Counselor and Founder of Call Ms Behaving, a behavior counseling service for dogs and cats in San Diego, California. With over 16 years of experience, Francine specializes in treating behavior problems such as aggression, separation anxiety, phobias, fear reactions, destructiveness, urine marking, and compulsive behaviors. She uses a behavioral management and modification plan that is positive reinforcement only. She holds a Diploma in Canine Behavior Counseling from the American College of Applied Science (ACAS). Francine has completed all coursework toward an MS in Applied Animal Behavior Science and Family Counseling for Companion Animals from the American College of Applied Science (ACAS). She is a certified Associate of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) and a member of the Pet Professional Guild.

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Put a Hyper Kitten to Sleep

If you have a new kitten, he may be very active. Kittens and adult cats are nocturnal hunters by nature, so being active at night is to be expected. Young kittens tend to have a lot of energy, and a frequent complaint am...

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Stop a Cat from Scratching the Door

Most cat owners are familiar with the unwanted sound of scratching at the door. If you're trapped in the cycle of letting your cat in when it scratches, you'll need to stop giving in. Let your cat know that scratching at...

What to Do if You Find a Stray Cat Outdoors

Keep a stray happy and healthy with our complete guideTaking in a stray cat is a great way to adopt a new pet that otherwise may never have a good home. Before you decide to adopt the pet as your own, make sure that it d...

Why Is My Cat Meowing So Much? Solutions for a Crying Kitten

Steps to take when your cat keeps meowing or crying at night Cats meow to say hello, call attention to a problem, indicate disapproval or pain, or request attention. It's up to you to recognize when the meow might be imp...

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Help Cats Become Friends

You’ve probably heard the phrase “fighting like cats and dogs,” but have you ever wondered why cats, specifically, have such a reputation for not getting along? For one, cats are very territorial, and will fight to...

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Retrain a Cat to Use the Litter Box

Has your cat stopped using the litter box? Understanding the reason for avoiding the litter box is critical to correcting your cat's behavior. The underlying cause is often a source of stress, such as a change in the hou...

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Train a Cat Not to Jump on Your Furniture

Does it ever annoy you that your cat jumps on the furniture? Is your cat destructive when she jumps, knocking things as she goes? While it might feel like your cat is jumping on your favorite armchair just to annoy you, ...

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Keep a Cat out of Potted Plants

Cats frequently dig or urinate in potted plants. They may also chew on plant stems and leaves, affecting your plant's health. If you want your cat to stay out of your potted plants, there are several steps you can take. ...

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Keep a Cat from Running out the Door

We do all we can to keep our cats health and happy. But even when we've created the perfect world for our cats at home, the call of nature still beckons. Cats may want to run outside for a variety of reasons, but to ke...