Episodes

Sarah, from the UK owns seven black cats and asks us to explore why black cats have myths surrounding them as being unlucky. In this episode we talk about the interesting history of black cats, their connection to witches, how their health may differ from other colored cats, and why there are more of them in shelters than other colors.

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 and mysterious behavior lies a secret code, a language spoken through body movements, vocalizations, and subtle cues that most of us have only scratched the surface of understanding. This episode sheds light on the Hidden Language that binds us to our cat, bringing us closer...

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 step of the process. While annual exams may only take a few minutes, you'll be surprised by the depth and breadth of information they are looking for. This episode will help you to know what to ask your vet, and some of the conditions they are silently investigating. We also...

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.

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 litter box?

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 to help make the indoors as exiting as the outdoors and keeping your cat happy.

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 needs cat. We talk about her situation and the feelings of overwhelming responsibility and guilt that sometimes goes along with solo cat parenting.

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 Vitakraft Lick 'n Lap cat treats to share, and got to meet some of the amazing staff and feline residents.

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.

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 much more!

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 helping them to build healthy, lean muscles? How do we provide physical conditioning that helps to preserve their joints, tendons, and ligaments?

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. Hurley as they discuss the important symptoms to watch out for. Learn when it's prudent to get your cat tested for heartworms and what can be done to prevent them.

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 everything you ever wanted to know about robotic boxes and more. AND go to our facebook page to see the images we refer to in this podcast.

A young woman reached out to me contemplating all of the life changes ahead of her; wondering if she should adopt a kitten...

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?

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 prognosis is, and some of the causes. No matter what age your cat is, this episode is a great resource in helping to understand this disease and how to treat it.

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?

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? Great question and some good banter about this topic.

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.

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.

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 easily they are transmitted, treatments and prevention.

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 her co-founder, and husband Ian, were adopted by an abandoned cat, Andie. As new cat parents, they go on to build the American dream of following their passions through learning what their new cat really needs.

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, non-toxic and healthy for you and your cat, with great odor control, low tracking, and affordable. We tackle this topic by reviewing the different materials used for cat litter, and come up with a solution of...

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.