Cat Talk Radio

This episode covers the ABCs of cats - everything from acne and balls to yawns and urination Lots of funny and interesting cat facts that will amaze your friends, as well as important behavior advice.

Aging is inevitable for all of us. I thought it important to do a podcast dedicated to our senior feline companions. In this episode, we talk about the age your cat becomes geriatric and many of the physical ailments common in older cats. We also talk about how to spot some of these diseases as they are developing and things you can do to make their lives more comfortable.

If you own a cat, you have probably often wondered, Does my cat really love me? I certainly hear that question a lot in my travels. In this episode, with my mom, Toby as co-host, we explore the answers to what cats feel. We also talk about things you can do to make your cat more affectionate and things you might be doing that make your cat less appreciative of you. And of course, we answer the lov...

Quincy Sweeney, Director of Behavior and Training at the Santa Fe Humane Society and Animal Shelter joins us with advice from the dog side. Introducing a new dog or puppy into your home can be a challenging task, AND can lead to cat behavior issues. We are contacted frequently by people who have cats that show personality changes when dogs enter their lives, and cats that develop behavior problems...

Hannah Shaw, known as the Kitten Lady, joins Molly to talk about her new book Tiny but Mighty Kitten Ladies Guide to Saving the Most Vulnerable Felines. Molly and Hannah talk about the books heart warming stories, amazing photos of the worlds most adorable kittens, big challenges of fostering kittens, and the incredible resources she is packed into this book. Hannah is doing important work with th...

This episode covers 10 things you need before you bring a new cat home. It is a good list of essentials that will benefit every cat owner. This episode does not promote any product endorsements; no fees were paid for mention of products; this is what a cat REALLY needs.

Have you ever thought about feeding your cat raw food? I'm sure you have a lot of questions about it, and maybe have heard contradicting advice about feeding raw. This episode explores what raw cat food is, the pros and cons of feeding raw, where to get it, how to make it, how much to feed, how to transition to a raw diet and more!

Stress plays an important role in the health of your cat - just as it does with humans. In this episode learn the types of stress your cat struggles with, the impact of stress, things that you might inadvertently be doing to cause stress, how to detect stress in your cat and what you can do to fix and prevent stress for your cat.

Molly interviews Sara Pizano, DVM, MA and author of The Best Practice Playbook for Animals. Learn what challenges your local shelters are facing and what you can do to really help. Understand why it's better NOT to take found cats and kittens to the shelter, and much more. If you are affiliated with a shelter or rescue group, this interview will give you insight to ways get the community involved,...

Molly describes this as her favorite episode to date. This enlightening show educates you of a myriad of subtle signs your cat may be getting sick, or dealing with an ailment that is causing discomfort. Cats rarely show signs of pain or weakness so it's important to know what to watch out for so you can catch a potential disease or illness in development. Molly and Dewey also talk about what could...

Yes, there are right and wrong ways to play with a kitten. I say this because a number of the adult cat aggression cases I see are a result of incorrect play with a kitten during their developmental stage. In this episode, we talk about the dos and don'ts of playing with your new kitten as well as the appropriate ways to respond to an aggressive kitten.

We could've called this episode Cats for Dummies, but people who own cats are not dummies! You're smart if you choose to cohabitant with a feline. However, our choices in caring for them aren't always what they need. This is due to a lack of good cat information in circulation, and limited knowledge of the species. This episode gives you some good foundational to-dos for your new kitten or cat; im...

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 ha...

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'l...

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 an...

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, effe...

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...

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 ge...

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...

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!