Episodes

Learn what nutrients your cat needs, what supplements you should be giving, and which you should only give under the care of a veterinarian. Learn about the pet food regulatory body, what standards they put on pet food, and the pros and cons of the endorsed nutritional statement.

Are you ready to get your cat out of your home in a hurry? What if you have a house fire; how would you get you and your cats evacuated quickly? What if you were under threat of tornado, hurricane or flooding? Cats panic in unfamiliar and unusual situations so rounding them up for evacuation can be a very traumatic ordeal for everyone involved. This episode talks about all the things you should have on hand, ahead of time, to be ready in case of an emergency.

In this episode we talk about everything your cat needs to stop and prevent unwanted behaviors. This is the bird's eye view of creating a healthy life and environment for your cat. You'll be able to determine what you're lacking and maybe need to do more (or less) of.

Catios are patios for cats! In this episode I interview Cynthia Chomos, Catio Designer and Founder of Catio Spaces, a Seattle-based firm that creates amazing catios. Catio Spaces makes it easy for you to create your own space for your cat to safely explore the outdoors. Join us as we talk about the benefits of catios, how to make them, and some of the more unique catios Cynthia has designed. You'll come away inspired to make your cat their own outdoor palace!

Molly interviews Dr. Aysha Akhtar, author of the new book Our Symphony with Animals. In the book Dr. Akhtar tells the stories a former mobster, an industrial chicken farmer, a Marine veteran, and even comes face to face with a serial killer. She shows us how our empathy with animals deeply affects our health. Join us as we learn Dr. Akhtar's mission to show us the mutual benefits to both humans and animals when animals are protected.

Fleas, ticks and mosquito bites are dangerous for your cat. Sometimes traditional treatments garner bad physical reactions. Molly tells us about a recent incident of treating one of her foster cats with Revolution, in an attempt to prevent heart worms. Whitney Jones, Marketing Director for Cedarcide joins Molly in a discussion about holistic solutions to pest control. Solutions that are safe, effective and safe for the planet.

In this episode Molly talks about the five reasons you should consider training your cat, the behaviors you can train your cat, and how to do it. She shares personal stories about the challenges and rewards of cat training. Molly tells you about the four methods of training she uses and how to do each. Learn how training a cat can reduce behavior issues and increase your bond with them.

No doubt you've seen cats and kittens roaming outside your home. Do you ever wonder who they belong to? Do you try to catch them and reunite them with their owners? Do you worry about all the wildlife they consume? And then in the spring, cute little fuzzy kittens start blossoming everywhere. They tug at your heartstrings and inspire you to save them from a rough life on the streets. Jordan Craig is a seasoned animal welfare professional, currently serving as Manager III at Dallas Animal Service...

In this episode we talk about how to create the purrfect litter box (bathroom) for your cat. Dislike for the litter box set up is one of the key reasons cats stop using it. Learn the ten litter box rules for making the box appealing to your cat.

Cat tearing up your furniture? Tune in to learn techniques to modify this behavior. We'll also discuss deterrents, products that help with clawing behavior, and how to trim your cats' nails properly. So tune in and get ready to buy some new furniture!

What's new in the cat industry? Listen to find out what Molly and Dewey found intriguing at Global Pet Expo 2019 - the largest pet product show in America. This episode talks about the new methods in cat food production, CBD treatments, toys, supplements, puzzles for mental stimulation and much more. Many of the products shown at this Expo are prototypes and won't develop to full production and get to retail stores until late summer at the earliest, so get advanced knowledge on what will be avai...

In this episode you can learn from Molly's past behavior consultations; what worked for other people; how to diagnose issues. She talks about urination outside the litter box, aggression and chewing problem behaviors. Special guest, Helen, talks about the traumatic event in Kit's life that caused her to be an extreme aggression case and what Molly prescribed her to fix it. There's no better way to learn than from listening to stories of similar experiences, so tune in to this interesting episode...

Join us for a lighthearted banter of the superiorness of cats to their canine counterparts! Are cats really better hunters? Which species is more dangerous to humans? Is it true you can train dogs more easily than cats? This episode might surprise you!

You go to the pet food store and there are hundreds of types and flavors to choose from. You're probably thinking Fluffy has to be getting bored with the same-ole food every day - I should get her something different. But how do you know which brands to trust, and which contain the real nutrition your cat needs? Food/nutrition plays a key role in your cats health and behavior (we are what we eat.) There is very little regulation in the pet food industry so knowing how to read ingredient labels i...

What does it mean when my cat stares at me? How about when it meows all the time? When my cat wags its tail, it's happy, right? How do I know when my cat is in pain? How do I communicate with my cat?? We'll address all these questions and more on this episode about Cat Communication. We'll help you unlock the secrets of what your cat is trying to tell you and teach you how to talk back. (But not back-talk to the cat.) We'll also look at the link between cat communication and their behavior; the ...

Cat-to-cat and cat-to-human aggression is a very serious issue. It is a serious health threat to people - especially children - and can result in expensive infections in cats due to bites. In this episode we talk about 7 different types of aggression in cats and some things you can do to fix and prevent the aggression from occurring.

My guest, Jennifer Lavender, DVM talks with us about the most common diseases found in cats, what causes them and what you can do to help prevent them. We also give you tips and tools for making the trip to the vet less stressful and discuss heart worms in cats, how to identify different parasitic worms, cat allergies and much more.

The Cat Daddy is in the house! Jackson Galaxy, host and Executive Producer of Animal Planet’s hit show My Cat From Hell, joins Molly DeVoss on this special episode of Cat Talk Radio. In “Fireside Chat” style, Jackson and Molly talk about everything from the plight of cats in shelters to the top things cat guardians need to know about preventing problem behaviors from developing. You won’t want to miss the master himself share tips and tidbits about catifying your environment, what to feed your c...

Ever wonder why your cat does silly things like shudder their tail or always walk in front of you when your hands are full? Our mysterious little companions are full of strange antics and this episode unlocks peculiar feline behaviors. We answer questions such as: Why does my cat have a belly flap? Why does my cat stick his butt in my face? Why does my cat suck on things? Why has my cat licked itself a bald spot? Why does he head butt me? Why do they pick out the one person in the room who is al...

Stress is one of the most powerful experiences to influence mental health and disease - even in your cat! Genetically, your cat is still closely linked to its wild cat ancestors; living with a cat is a lot like caging a tiny tiger. Your cat needs enrichment in its environment that is natural to its species - and without it, stress happens. A stressed cat often has “nuisance behaviors” such as destruction of property, inappropriate litter box usage, and aggression. This episode talks about what k...

Nothing can make you question your relationship with your cat like pee! Let’s face it, even the tightest of cat bonds weakens when you discover cat pee on the cushions of your new couch. Learn the top three reasons cats urinate outside the litter box. Discover what you can do to entice cats back to the box and prevent litter box issues from developing. We’ll discuss how to permanently get rid of cat pee smell and how to set up the purrfect litter box. Guest Vanessa Grimes, from Noble Ion, makers...

Want a happy, well-behaved cat? Find out the scoop on cats, what makes them tick, what they need and don’t want from you. We’ll debunk cat stereotypes, talk about strange cat facts, and bust common myths. Guest Ed Jamison, Executive Director of Dallas Animal Services, the nation’s 4th largest animal shelter, joins us to set the record straight about shelter cats.