Feline-ality Item 3: Call and Approach

The Call and Approach item is designed to rate how the cat responds when the evaluator attempts to engage the cat using voice and an extended fist. This item focuses on both social behavior and valiance, as well as whether or not the cat will be "talkative" in the new home. A cat who quickly approaches is likely to be socially motivated.

Feline-ality in Action

Watch the Call and Approach item in action.

Common Errors during Assessment

• Evaluator comes on too strong, using a loud voice and/or forceful body language.
• Evaluator sets up too close or too far away from the cat.
• Evaluator doesn't keep encouragement up for full 30 seconds.
• Shelter environment outside the Novel Room is distracting to the cat.