Episodes
Oct. 18, 2023
The Hidden Language of Cats
The Hidden Language of Cats - How they have us at meow, is written by Sarah Brown. Sara is a Cat Behavior Scientist and in this episode we talk to her about the secrets of cat communication. Behind your cat's enchanting eyes ...
Oct. 11, 2023
The Vet Exam
Listener Kim Pierce wrote in asking if Dr. Hurley could show us everything a veterinarian is looking for during an examination. Dr. Hurley, Jalan, and her cat Lolo were happy to assist in this episode where he describes each ...
Oct. 4, 2023
Would Your Cat Eat You?
Join us as we explore the science behind cats’ carnivorous nature, their evolutionary traits, and the infamous stories of cats feasting on their owners post-mortem.
Sept. 27, 2023
Everything You (Didn’t?) Wanted to Know About Cat Excrement
A listener asked me How important is excrement? and, well, quite really. So in this stinky episode we talk all about cat poo. What's healthy; what indicates your cat is having an issue; why would your cat poo outside the litt...
Sept. 20, 2023
Transitioning Cats From Outdoor to Indoor
A listener wrote to us asking how to get her indoor/outdoor cat to be indoor only. Great question! We talk about the challenges of confinement indoors for a cat who has had a taste of the wild. We give tips on what you can do...
Sept. 13, 2023
Solo Cat Parenting
A cat mom reached out and suggested we do a podcast about how difficult it is to be a single cat parent. She says, When there's no one to share the care, it's a lot of work for one person - especially if you have a special ne...
Sept. 6, 2023
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary - with Jana de Peyer
I had the pleasure of spending a day at Cat World in Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, UT. I had lunch and a chance to interview a beautiful soul, Jana de Peyer, Co-founder of the Sanctuary. I took plenty of my favorite...
Aug. 30, 2023
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) with Dr. Brian Hurley
A listener sadly had to euthanize a kitten with FIP. She reached out to us asking Dr. Hurley to explain this disease in cats. Molly and Dr. Hurley talk about the virus, the symptoms, diagnostic options and treatment.
Aug. 23, 2023
Listener Questions
Great questions for this episode! Molly talks about the horns on the back of cat legs, cat strollers, training a cat to be quiet, getting a cat to tolerate the vacuum cleaner, what and how to feed a voracious new kitten and m...
Aug. 16, 2023
Feline Conditioning
Teague, a Cat Talk Radio listener, send in a great question - how concerned should we be about conditioning for our cats? Not operant or classical conditioning, but physical, strength conditioning. Do we need to worry about h...
Aug. 9, 2023
Heartworms in Cats
You might be surprised to learn that cats do indeed get heartworms. We often think this parasite is something only seen in dogs, but that's not true. While somewhat rare in cats, heartworms can be fatal. Join Molly and Dr. Hu...
Aug. 2, 2023
Robotic Litter Boxes
Ever thought about buying a robotic/self-cleaning litter box? Sure you have! We all would prefer NOT to have to scoop a litter box. Wonder how they work and if they're worth the investment? Listen to this tell-all episode for...
July 26, 2023
Should She Adopt a Kitten?
A young woman reached out to me contemplating all of the life changes ahead of her; wondering if she should adopt a kitten...
July 19, 2023
Triggers and Glimmers
A trigger is something that elicits a reaction - often freeze, flight, or fight mechanisms. Glimmers are the opposite of a trigger. How do these concepts apply to cat behavior?
July 12, 2023
Hyperthyroidism
Dr. Brian Hurley, National Medical Director for AmeriVet Veterinary Partners, joins us once again to share his knowledge. We talk about what Feline Hyperthyroidism is, what symptoms to be on the look out for, what the prognos...
July 5, 2023
Needy, Velcro Kitties
How do we define needy behavior in cats? What can you do to tone down your cat's obsession with being with you all the time?
June 28, 2023
How do you teach Animal Welfare?
A listener wrote in about her community and their lack of respect for animal welfare - especially to the community cats. She asked how do we raise awareness so that people treat their animals correctly and abide by the law? G...
June 21, 2023
Cat Sh!T Crazy with Cindy D'Andrea
Cindy D'Andrea is an award-winning solo performer, actor, writer, producer and fitness expert. She talks to us about her current show Cat Sh!T Crazy and the cats that inspired her along this journey.
June 14, 2023
Do you love your cat more than your children?
A recent study showed that 55.5% of American pet owners felt that their pet is just as important as their children - and one in ten stated that their pets are MORE important than their children.
June 7, 2023
FIV and FeLV
One of the big risks of letting your cats outdoors is them catching diseases. FIV and FeLV are two of the most common outdoor cat diseases. Dr. Hurley and Molly discuss what the acronyms stand for, what the symptoms are, how ...
May 31, 2023
Traveling Cats!
Meet an amazing woman who has co-founded a company with a mission to help your cat get the enrichment it craves, and go safely beyond their great indoors. Travel Cat is the #1 cat travel brand in the world. In 2017 Emily, and...
May 24, 2023
What's the best cat litter?
A great question asked by Kristen and her cats Sunny and Dill! I think every cat owner has tried multiple cat litter brands, looking for the perfect solution that is environmentally friendly from a renewable source, clumping,...
May 17, 2023
Does spoiling your cat make him a brat?
We have a bratty. I often wonder if he's a brat because we spoil him. I propose that question to Dewey and we talk about the differences between indulging a cat, leniency, and attention-seeking behaviors.
May 10, 2023
Feline Heart Disease with Dr. Brian Hurley
Molly and Dr. Hurley talk about the risks of your cat getting Heart Disease, symptoms, and things you can do to help prevent it.