In-Home cat behaviour and trick trainer

Cat owners, including first-time owners, people with new kittens or rescue cats, and households with indoor cats that need enrichment.

Charge per session or sell a package of 3 to 5 sessions, with follow-up support by message or a short check-in visit.

• Understanding cat behaviour and body language
• Patience and calm handling
• Explaining techniques clearly to owners

• Public liability insurance, and check whether professional indemnity is also worth having
• Serious aggression or anxiety may need a vet check first, so know when to refer to a vet or qualified behaviourist
• Never promise guaranteed results, as every cat is different
• Check your state or council rules for any requirements, and consider a car for travelling between clients

Startup costs are typically around $500 to $2,500, depending on insurance, training tools, marketing and travel. Consider whether you will need a car to get between clients, as that may affect your costs.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $400 to $3,000, depending on how many clients you see and your session prices. You can start part time, from about 5 hours a week.

Check public liability insurance and whether professional indemnity is worthwhile, and check any state or council requirements. Know when to refer serious aggression or anxiety to a vet or qualified behaviourist, and never promise guaranteed results.