CATS HAVE PROBLEMS TOO! with Dr Basil ~ Featuring Today's Despurrate Dilemma **HELP! THE HALLOWEEN COUNTDOWN IS NEARLY HERE, AND I'M TERRIFIED!!!**

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Happy Monday epic furiends

Welcome to Cats Have Purroblems Too, where I give epically epic advice to cats with despurrate dilemmas too great for them to solve alone. 

Also, mew may be pondering on what my professional credentials are, so purrlease purruse the list below:

Ph.D. in Kitty Psychology & Psychiatry

BSc (Hons) Headology  

Psy.D. Furry Logic

 MS. Fuzzy Logic

MA. Common Sense

My other Professional Credits include:

NOM Master
Snoozy Savant
Purr Master

AdvoCat of T.L. Treatment
Touchy Feely Therapy or T.F.T
Purrfume Aroma Treatment or P.A.T.

I can help mew to solve all your Pet Peeves, Purrsonal Problems and Despurrate Dilemmas, no matter how great or small they may be.

Plus, I only use the very latest techniques, some of which I have developed myself over my long and esteemed career, which include:

 Purr Therapy ~ For Uptight and Particularly Stressed Kitties 

Nom Zen ~The Art of Nomming in Total Tranquility 

ZZZ's Snooze Sensation ~ Including Mewsical CatNap Sessions tailored to your purrsonal requirements

YogiCat Meditation ~ Stretches and Breathing Techniques for the Severely Stressed & Overworked

Intense CatNip Therapy ~ This treatment speaks for itself (I find it very beneficial)

I am also an AdvoCat of Tough Love coupled with a healthy dose of common kitty sense

Purrfume Aroma Treatment ~ A Sensory Smelling Session S.S.S. to calm and soothe with highly aromatic blends of specially selected scents

To help mew release all your stresses and worries just drop by my clinic held here or, alternatively email me your purroblem, and I'll answer here. If mew require to remain anonymous or anon, purrlease include that in your email. 

Mew can contact me directly at the following address:

DearDrBasil (at) gmail (dot) com

So come sit on my supurr comfy couch, reee-lax, breathe deeply and tell me of your troubles, as I'm ready, willing and able to help.

This is one of my cases via email:

HELP! THE HALLOWEEN COUNTDOWN IS NEARLY HERE, AND I'M TERRIFIED!!!

Dear Dr. Basil, I hope this letter finds mew in good spirits (pun intended)! As mew know, Halloween is quickly approaching, and I am writing to mew in a state of distress and utter terror.

I, Pumpkin the Orange cat, am once again experiencing pre-Halloween anxiety, and I am absolutely scared fur-less of all the ghosts that seem to appear out of nowhere during this spooky season.

Have mew seen their spooky white sheets floating around? It's enough to make a cat's fur stand on end! I find myself constantly on edge, jumping at the slightest creak and hiding under the bed at the sound of anything remotely resembling a ghostly noise. I cannot bear the thought of those spooky, translucent creatures floating around and making eerie noises. The mere idea sends shivers down my spine and makes my fur stand on end. I simply cannot cope with the thought of facing these spectral visitors. Rumour has it that mew are an expert in feline psychology, and I desperately need your help to overcome this fear. I implore mew, dear Dr. Basil, to come to my aid and provide me with guidance on how to navigate through this bone-chilling time of year.

Please send me your expert advice so that I can stroll confidently through the pumpkin patch once again!

Yours most anxiously, but not furgetting the purrs and paw hugs,

Pumpkin the Orange Cat

This is my Expert Reply

(Notice how I use a calming blue text colour to soothe Pumpkin's frayed furry nerves)

Dear Pumpkin,

It warms my heart to receive your letter, my brave little feline furiend. I understand that Halloween can be a furry challenging time for some anipal furiends, but fear not, for I have devised a seven-step program to help mew overcome your ghostly anxieties.

Step 1: Visualize Courage

Close your eyes and imagine yourself strutting through a field of pumpkins with your head held high. Visualize yourself fearlessly facing any ghostly encounters that may come your way. Repeat this visualization daily to build up your mental strength.

Step 2: Ghastly Exposure

Gradually expose yourself to ghostly images in a controlled environment. I recommend starting with cute cartoon ghosts and gradually working your way up to more realistic depictions. Over time, mew'll find that the fear diminishes as familiarity grows.

Step 3: Pawsitive Affirmations

Repeat positive affirmations such as "I am fearless" and "I am the king of the pumpkin patch" to build up your confidence. Pawsitive self-talk can work wonders in reshaping your mindset.

Step 4: Pawsitive Reinforcement 

Whenever mew feel brave enough to confront something that scares mew, be sure to reward yourself with treats and praise. This will help mew associate bravery with pawsitive experiences.

Step 5: Play Therapy

Engage in playful activities that bring mew joy and distract mew from your fears. Channelling your energy into play, whether chasing a toy mouse or playing a spirited game of hide-and-seek, can significantly reduce anxiety.

Step 6: Embrace the Ridiculousness

Sometimes, facing your fears means embracing the absurdity of the situation. Try picturing those ghosts wearing silly hats or dancing to funny music. It might help lessen their scariness.

Step 7: Seek Comfort 

Don't be afraid to seek comfort from your humans whenever mew feel scared. Their presence and affection can work wonders in calming your nerves.

I have total faith in mew, Pumpkin. With determination and a dash of feline charm, mew'll be prancing through the pumpkin patch with newfound confidence in no time, and no ghost will be giving mew any bother ever again!

Wishing mew a purrfectly peaceful Halloween,

Dr. Basil

@ The Cats have Purroblems Too Clinic T.M.

Today's Top Tip is:

~ Go slowly, tread lightly and take your time when facing any challenge ~ 

If mew can relate to this purroblem or feel that mew need any assistance, purrlease leave a comment to: Dear Dr Basil with your dilemma or email me directly, and I'll get back to mew.

Thank mew all for joining me today at The Cats Have Purroblems Too Clinic, and I'll be back soon with another open clinic and a brand new case study.

Until then, Keep Calm and Purr on

Dr Basil

Ph.D. ~ BSc. (Hons) ~ Psy.D. ~ M.S. ~ M.A. 

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