Nine Lives with Dr. Kat - Cat podcasts for cat lovers - Pet Life Radio Original

It is that time again and here at Nine Lives with Dr. Kat, we want your kitties to stay safe and healthy through all seasons. I corralled Dr. Jill Lopez to talk with me about some of the hidden (and not to hidden) dangers around the festivities. Did you know that a snow globe could be toxic? What is the truth about poinsettias and other holiday plants? Find out what is real and what is myth when i...

On today's episode, I chat with Dr. E’lise Christensen, a Board Certified Veterinary Behaviorist about the things that you have to know to prepare your cat and your household for your bundle of joy so that everyone can be happy. Is there anything that you have to do ahead of time to prepare your cat for your new baby? Of course there is! Dr. Christensen tells all. EPISODE NOTES: Having a New Baby?...

I was invited to join the VetCandy podcast, In Other News. Ever wonder what vets talk about behind the scenes? This is a podcast for veterinary professionals, but it has value for pet owners too. Check it out. It was really fun! EPISODE NOTES: Sneak Peak Adventure Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nine-lives-with-dr-kat-cat-podcasts-for-cat-lovers-pet-life-radio-...

There are diseases that can be spread from your cat to you or your family. I talk with Dr. Casey Barton Barhravesh from the CDC. She tells us about zoonotic diseases that might be a risk and how to keep your cat and your family safe! EPISODE NOTES: Can Your Cat Make YOU Sick? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nine-lives-with-dr-kat-cat-podcasts-for-cat-lovers-pet...

Have you lost your beloved cat? Your feelings of grief are real and I chat with Adam Clark, LCSW, AASW about what you might feel if your fur friend passes. Pet loss is a little different from human grief. We explore the similarities and the differences and talk about ways to cope. Please join us on this important podcast. EPISODE NOTES: You Are Not Crazy: Pet Loss Grief on Pet Life Radio Become a...

Cats do not have to be "fraidy". Their brains develop and learn just like ours and during their juvenile growth stage is an ideal time to shape who they will be as an adult. We worry about what our human children learn and what their early experiences are, but did you know that the same ideas apply to your kitten? I talk with Tabitha Kucera, LVT about her innovative Kitten Kindergarten classes. Fi...

Behavior problems, specifically inappropriate elimination (or "going" outside the litter box) is a major reason for cats to be put down or given up. What can be done to affect these sobering statistics? Find out when we talk to Dr. Josh Middleton. Dr. Josh is passionate about preventing and treating these difficult cases and he shares some great actionable tips for cat lovers everywhere. Listen, l...

Changing environments is thought to be one of the most stressful experiences for a cat. But we have to move sometimes. We talk with Debbie Martin, LVT and specialist in behavior about all the things you can do to make a move easier on your cat and head off some of the problems before they start. You can't miss this episode! EPISODE NOTES: Make Moving Less Stressful (At Least For Your Cat!) on Pet...

Cats are aloof and seem to allow us to live with them. A new study looks at how cats really feel about us and some of you may be surprised. We chat with Dr. Kristyn Vitale about her new study that explores feline attachment. She shares how they set up the study and what they proved, as well as a few other things that she knows about cats! Check it out. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Do...

You might not think your cat has parasites, but Dr. Michael Dryden aka Dr. Flea says you may be surprised. Glimpse into the world of worms and bugs with a knowledgeable guide! Find out what parasites your cat is most likely to have and what you need to do to protect him/her. From things you can do on your own to what to ask your vet, this episode has something we are sure you are itching to learn!...

Halloween is coming and cats (or at least their images) seem to be a natural part of the festivities. But there are things that pose a risk to cats during this time. Make sure you are aware. From glow sticks to festive bouquets, we find out the Do's and Don'ts from Dr. Jill Lopez from Essentials Pet Care. See if your cat is safe on this episode of Nine Lives with Dr. Kat! More details on this epis...

Join us as we hear from Dr. Mary Gardner who has coauthored a textbook on Veterinary Geriatrics. She shares some shocking statistics about how few cats and their guardians benefit from the advice of a veterinarian in the last years of the cat’s life. Are you seeing your veterinarian enough? What is stopping you? Could you be missing things that could be helped or even fixed? Find out the answers i...

Could a cat food be the answer to cat allergies in humans? We talk with Erika Engelhaupt, writer for Science News and National Geographic, about the studies she dug up about the exciting proposition and the science behind it. Find out the basics of how human allergies to cats even happen and see what you think about the idea of feeding your cat a special diet to manage your allergies. More details...

Do you know why your physician cannot do surgery on your pet? Would you even want them to? We have some breaking news about a group that enlisted human physicians to perform surgeries on pets and some of the consequence and backlash. We use this headline to open a conversation with Dr. Courtney Campbell, board certified veterinary surgeon, about why this might not be a good idea and how to find al...

All cat owners should know how to respond in the event of an illness or injury. You are your pet's first responder and how you react to a situation until you can get to the veterinarian can be critical. We spend some time with Arden Moore who is a master certified pet first aid and CPR specialist to find out her advice. What should you have on hand to prepare on the case of an injury or illness in...

Fellow podcast host, Arden Moore has taken time out from her crazy schedule to chat with Dr. Kat. She shares some of her amazing experience as The Pet Health and Safety Coach with Pet Safety Cat Casey. She talks about the fun she has had teaching Casey to be an ambassador for cats everywhere. Did you know that cats can be trained? Of course they can! Arden has taught Casey to give high fives to sc...

Stephanie Richardson is animal lover and entrepreneur. She is the co-founder of The Moxie Maids in Atlanta, GA and she is willing to share her tips to keep your home safe, fresh smelling, and clean for you and your cat. There are special issues that a cat lover understands and Stephanie has some ideas about how to make cleaning easy on you and your cat. From how to choose the surfaces in your home...

Quiz yourself. Did you know all of these? We talk with Modi Ramos, cat writer extraordinaire and explore these little known quirks and eccentricities about our feline friends. How many muscles does it take to move your cat’s ear? What is a Hemingway cat? You will be amused and surprised by what Modi shares with us! Do you know any feline facts that we did not cover? Share them with us! More detail...

Do you see pet care info online and social media? Do you believe what you read? After a while, if you see something enough, your brain starts to accept it as fact, but what if it isn’t and could hurt your cat? Don’t you owe it to them to find out how to tell? Today’s episode features Eric Garcia, founder of Simply Done Tech Solutions (and internet guru) as we talk about how to be smart about what...

Did you know that Feline Obesity is epidemic? It is. Listen to this episode of Nine Lives with Dr. Kat to find out how bad the problem is and what we can do to help. Make sure that you are not falling into bad habits that can hurt your cat. You need to know how to help her manage her own weight. There are things that you can do and we discuss them on this episode of Nine Lives with Dr. Kat. An ove...

Why do you care if your pet has fleas? Find out from Andrew Woods, senior veterinary student. What are the secrets about a flea life cycle that you should know to help get rid of them? You might be surprised. What diseases come from fleas? Fleas are certainly a source of some of the most common complaints treated in veterinary hospitals all over the country. Find out the information that you need...

There is information out there that people accept as fact when it comes to pet nutrition. You will not believe what they are! Is your veterinarian really a good source for information about what to feed your pet? Is a grain free diet better? What is real and what is just a headline for attention? We chat with Andrew Woods, senior veterinary student about what he has learned. He has been exposed to...

Cancer is a scary word, but may not be as scary as you think for your cat. Today’s guest is the amazing Dr. Sue Ettinger, veterinary oncologist. The more you know about cancer, the more empowered you feel when thinking about protecting your pets. Dr. Sue explains what cancer is and what pet lovers can do to help their pets live longer and better lives. She tells us what we need to watch for and wh...

On this episode, we talk with Dr. Justine Lee, ER vet and toxicologist about some seasonal dangers for cats AND how to build a DIY first aid kit for your cat. She shares her knowledge of the common mishaps and dangers she sees in the animal ER and explains what your cat first aid kit should contain. She gives a specific list of items that you want to be sure to have on hand, as well as many pearls...

Have you ever wondered what makes your cat specifically "cat like"? How much of your cat's DNA is like yours? We find out from Dr. Leslie Lyons, a specialist in feline genetics. She explains how cat DNA works and what all we have learned from cats, including inherited diseases, traits and population dynamics, and genetic testing. It is fascinating how much we know and even what is still a mystery...