Total Cat Mojo

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars | 3,181 ratings

Price: 15.66

Last update: 02-27-2025


About this item

This comprehensive guide to cat care from the star of the hit Animal Planet show My Cat from Hell, Jackson Galaxy, shows us how to eliminate feline behavioral problems by understanding cats' instinctive behavior.

Cat Mojo is the confidence that cats exhibit when they are at ease in their environment and in touch with their natural instincts - to hunt, catch, kill, eat, groom, and sleep.

Problems such as litter box avoidance and aggression arise when cats lack this confidence. Jackson Galaxy's number one piece of advice to his clients is to help their cats harness their mojo. This book is his most comprehensive guide yet to cat behavior and basic cat care, rooted in understanding cats better.

From getting kittens off to the right start socially to taking care of cats in their senior years, and everything in between, this book addresses the head-to-toe physical and emotional needs of cats - whether related to grooming, nutrition, play, or stress-free trips to the vet.


Top reviews from the United States

  • Willow
    5.0 out of 5 stars It’s Jackson Galaxy! You know it’ll be good!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020
    I love Jackson Galaxy and my (daughter’s ????) cat, so when I saw this book, it was a must, (did I mention I love books, lol?) My cat Delilah is 10 years old. She was a reluctant gift as a kitten to my then-13-year-old youngest daughter, as our family had been going through some awful times and my daughter was so in love with this kitten, I caved. I wasn’t into cats, and we had a beloved dog and a bunny at the time, but I quickly fell in love with Delilah (and now with all cats, lol ????????‍♀️). Delilah was a delight, funny and mischievous, not particularly friendly, but also very well-behaved. After a bit, all we had to do was say, “uh-uh”, or “No, Delilah”, and she listened, but I digress. Fast forward, and as an adult cat she is quite skittish, almost nervous, and she only likes me (but she tries to pretend she doesn’t, lol). She’s healthy and playful. She just alerts to sounds and other people, though she has always been cared for lovingly. I bought this book to better understand Delilah and what may have changed who she is after she grew up. Jackson has helped me to be the best mom to Delilah possible, as I want her feeling safe and healthy and most of all loved. I have read the book and continue to go back and research sections as necessary. Great book, very knowledgeable, and a nice conversational style. This book would be great for any cat parents or just animal lovers.
  • Siamic
    5.0 out of 5 stars Jackson Galaxy Inspired Me To Become a Certified Cat Behaviorist
    Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2017
    I am a certified cat behaviorist through the IAABC and a registered veterinary technician. I am one of only two or three certified cat behaviorists in my state. There is a real need for cat behaviorists to help people out with understanding their felines.

    As Jackson writes about in this book, cats thrive on having an environment that brings out their mojo. You want to bring their surroundings to life. A cat's life should include things like cat towers and cat shelving units, play therapy, and novel stimuli such as cat grass and catnip plants to keep them entertained and happy.

    In addition to doing private behavior consults - I also do volunteer behavior consultations for a cat rescue called Tenth Life where I still continually learn about cats and their behaviors. There is always more that can be learned the cats that share our home. Even I learned so much from Jackson's book.

    And that is the thing - even as a cat behaviorist and multi-cat owners - I am still reading every book and watching every video because learning is a life long commitment for me. I owe it to the cats I work with and the owners that devote everything that they have toward solving behavior problems and giving them the best life possible. Because every cat is a unique individual and some behaviors that they display require creative and innovative modification strategies. Not every behavior fits the book as they say.

    I have worked with hundreds of cats and owners with litter box issues, aggression, separation anxiety, and the list goes on. I was excited to read Total Cat Mojo since Jackson Galaxy is my favorite author. I read it in only two days. I met him one year ago and he really understands cat behavior. I have watched every episode of My Cat From Hell in addition to reading all of his books and articles.

    Being able to see him go through a case from beginning to end has helped me tremendously in being able to talk to people about behavior problems. I have aspergers and while I completely understand cats - talking to people was a difficulty for me at first. I have excellent written skills but Jackson Galaxy really help me with the consult side of it from his videos and book series.

    I was actually able to receive a copy of this book 2 days early. My background is much like that of Jackson Galaxy. I started in the animal shelter environment and was helping cats who had behavior problems and helping people to better understand their cat. Being able to understands cats is not a magic trick and we are not a whisperer like Jackson points out - it is about looking at the world from your cat's perspective and understanding the world from this perspective. Once your are looking at the world on the floor like your cat would then you can begin to modify the world and offer your cat what he needs.

    As a cat behaviorist - I did retention and behavior consults directly through various animal shelters to help curb cat returns. There was not many people who fully understood them or their needs around this time. Many people still recommended declawing as a catch all for cats who clawed their couches and devocalizing for cats who excessively meowed. It was my job to discourage such inhumane practices and teach positive training. I turned the perspective of the community around and worked toward getting declawing banned in several areas. There still isn't many people who have knowledge of common cat behavior issues and modification strategies which is reinforced everyday by what I see. I am a non-judgmental person and I like to show that I am because as a cat behaviorist - I know that it can be tough to adopt a cat like perspective at first and then figuring out what to do.

    I was the cat room supervisor at one big animal shelter for 5 years where I showed people that nearly every cat could be saved by behavior modification. I turned hissing cats into lap warmers and feral kittens into adoptable house cats. Many of the strategies, techniques, and tips that I use today are in this book. Each protocol and strategy are clearly and uniquely defined.

    Like Jackson - there was that one cat who inspired me to become a cat behaviorist. There was a cat that bit everyone at the shelter and made them bleed. The cat even sent one guy to the emergency room. The cat was turned in by the police because the cat had backed the original owner into a corner and was hissing. The cat was about to be euthanized.

    I worked with the cat for 3 months with a plethora of techniques such as play therapy and enriching the environment. Today that cat is one of my best buddies who serves as a constant reminder for the reason I got involved in the cat behavior world.

    I learned much of my cat behavior skills from experience and from watching Jackson Galaxy. This book is one of the most complete and definitive guides to understanding cats and giving them what they need that I have ever read.

    The images and the graphics that demonstrate each concept is absolutely stunning. As I have learned - many owners need to see a picture to understand a concept fully which is the basis for including such comprehensive pictures. It is a great addition to my bookshelf of Pam Johnson books such as Think Like A Cat.

    There is no book that I recommend more than Total Cat Mojo from Jackson Galaxy. I do recommend that people supplement their reading with other books such as Think Like A Cat who is another favorite cat behaviorist. I got my skills from reading every cat behavior book I could get my hands on and watching every video I could. That is what I recommend for understand your cat and becoming a cat behaviorist for those who are interested in doing so.
  • J. Seward
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Learning Book
    Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2024
    As a first time cat owner, I learned a lot from this fun and instructional book !
  • L. Hebbar
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good insights from a very pro cat perspective
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2025
    This is an easy read that describes cat behavior well. His advice generally puts the cat’s interests first. For example, he suggests 2 litter boxes per 1 cat. He also advises against kibble cat food and gives good reasons to support his recommendations. But sometimes there are practical human reasons for not following them. And he does not mention those. But that’s of course perfectly ok. But sometimes the one sided (I.e cat centric-ness) approach feels a bit much.
  • KY Mel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Must read for cat owners
    Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2024
    Jackson Galaxy is superb cat whisperer. Highly recommended for current or contemplating cat owners.
  • Ron
    5.0 out of 5 stars You will understand your cat better
    Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2025
    Great book for cat owners and lovers.
  • Laur
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love the cat book!!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2024
    Great reading with helpful tips.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Meow
    Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
    Very informative.

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