Episodes

When you want to bond with a cat, it's vital you have a knock-their-socks-off treat. Molly uses the Vitakraft Lick n' Lap to train cats and in shelters with highly stressed cats. She says, 98% of cats go bonkers over this treat; it's the secret ingredient to socializing even the most distressed cat. In this episode, Molly talks with Vitakraft US CMO, Miguel Gonzalez about what makes the treats so special.

We're pretty sure there are a lot more than six reasons to adopt a shelter cat! When you get a new cat or kitten, you have a lot of choices where to get them from. Molly and Dewey talk about some of the reasons to consider the shelter as the place to go.

Ever thought about what it would be like to adopt a cat who came from a hoarding situation? Molly and Dewey talk about how hoarding cats differ and what you can expect when you bring one into your home.

Why is it that a cat will get along with a particular cat just fine but not another one? What causes that and what can you do to help assure cats will get along?

Seems obvious, right? But many people inadvertently treat their cats like dogs. Learn the things that you might be doing that are dog-mom-like, and how to correct them so your cat can better express its natural feline behaviors. When they do so, they are much less likely to develop bad behaviors.

Today's guest is Angela Ardolino from CBD Cat Health. If you've ever wondered if holistic products work as well as prescription drugs, this is your podcast. Angela explains how full spectrum hemp products as well as medicinal mushrooms can not only heal your cat, but prevent disease from happening. Holistic healing doesn't stop at disease; it's also great for hyperesthesia, over-stimulation, aggression and much more. Angela is a holistic pet expert trained in the therapeutic use and biology of m...

To help you understand the behaviors of lost cats, we have with us today, Kat Albrecht-Thiessen, a former police officer-turned-pet detective who has been training volunteers and search dogs to find lost pets since 1997. Kat is the founder and director of the Missing Animal Response Network - the first online pet detective academy that trains both volunteer and professional pet detectives. In this episode, Kat and Molly talk about the cat finding myth tips you've probably heard, and why they don...

Is your cat bullying your other cats, or you? What causes cats to become bullies and what can you do about it?

A listener asked that we address the myths surrounding canned/wet cat food. We picked the top five Molly hears most and talk about them in depth.

What is an Alpha cat? Do you have an Alpha cat? What can you do about Alpha cat behavior?

How do I know if my cat is feeling insecure? What causes a cat to feel insecure? What can I do to help my cat feel more confident? This episode answers these questions and more - and has a Vitakraft Bonding Tip of the Week!

It's always fun when our listeners send in questions! This episode answers a wide range of cat questions from strange vocalizing to cats in prisons.

Sharon is the backbone of all things Cat Behavior Solutions, and Cat Talk Radio. I could never accomplish all that I do without this important woman, diligently working behind the scenes. Today, we bring her to the forefront and let you get to know a little more about her. Every-willing, and loyal to the cat cause, is our Sharon Castillo!

Is your cat aggressive to you or other cats? Redirected aggression may be the cause. Tune in to find out what redirected aggression is, what causes it, what you can do to fix it, and how you might prevent it.

Caleb and Marilyn Monroad - a lovely calico lady - join us to talk about their new book and their adventures together. Caleb and his catpanion, Marilyn Monroad, have been traveling by bicycle for the past nine years. Caleb identifies as homeless and his story of the amazing bond he has with this very lovely feline is soul touching. If you'd like to see them, this interview is also recorded on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/2OdivVOVQLw More about Caleb and Marilyn can be found here: www.calicocyc...

One of our listeners sent in questions about how to tell the difference between stray and feral cats. Tune in for that answer, as well as learning about the sociability of stray kittens, and the f word.

How long does it take a cat to settle into a new home? How do you get them to settle in quicker? What should you do to make him feel welcome? In this podcast Molly and Dewey discuss the crucial steps to take when arriving home with a new cat. Following a good process reduces stress and anxiety and sets your new cat up for success.

Thinking of changing cat foods? Ever notice how your cat turns up his nose at new foods? That's because cats prefer routine and ritual and do not like change. So how do you get them to eat the new food? And what if you're trying to transition from dry to wet food? Or from wet to raw? This podcast will help!

Why would someone lie to a cat behavior consultant? What kind of lies do they tell and why?

You've gone to great lengths to get your cat over a traumatic event, and things were going along fine, until suddenly, the anxiety returned. Molly talks about the things that cause the behaviors to reoccur and how to prevent relapses.

Does your cat zoom around the house, bouncing off walls? You are not alone! Many cat owners experience this phenomenon and are at a loss for explaining why it happens - often at the most inopportune times and at the expense of breakable items. Join Molly and Dewey as they talk about what causes the zoomies and what you can do about it. Also in this episode is the Bonding Tip of the week - you can view a video here: https://www.catbehaviorsolutions.org/bonding

What's an SDP Window? It's the Kitten Sensitive Development Period Window! One of our listeners emailed a request for a podcast topic specifically about all the things you should, and should not expose a young kitten to - and when. This episode launches the Bonding Tip of the Week, sponsored by Vitakraft, makers of the yummiest cat treats! Watch the Bonding Tip and get a valuable coupon: www.catbehaviorsolutions.org/bonding

When your cat is doing something annoying, they may be trying to get your attention. Find out what types of cat behaviors are considered attention-seeking and what you can do to stop it.

Learn what types of toys could potentially be dangerous for you cat, and which are the most entertaining. Discover how to keep toys fresh and interesting for your cat - and why cats need to play.