Cat Talk Radio
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Cat Talk Radio is all about cats, what makes them do what they do, why they occasionally misbehave and what cat guardians can do to fix it. We educate you on how to modify unwanted cat behavior by providing the proper environment and stimulation, enabling cats to express their natural behaviors in ways that are preferable for both the humans and cats. You will learn how to have fun with your cat, fascinating cat facts and be inspired to try new things, which will lead to a happier relationship and closer bond with your cat. We’ll also call attention to the plight of cats in our country, feel compassion for their challenges and share the message.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Description:
Cat Talk Radio is all about cats, what makes them do what they do, why they occasionally misbehave and what cat guardians can do to fix it. We educate you on how to modify unwanted cat behavior by providing the proper environment and stimulation, enabling cats to express their natural behaviors in ways that are preferable for both the humans and cats. You will learn how to have fun with your cat, fascinating cat facts and be inspired to try new things, which will lead to a happier relationship and closer bond with your cat. We’ll also call attention to the plight of cats in our country, feel compassion for their challenges and share the message.
Language:
English
Episodes
Caring For Your Senior Cat
7/24/2024
Listeners have written in this past week with questions about caring for their aging felines. This episode is a great mini-handbook of the things you need to keep in mind when caring for your senior cats.
Duration:01:00:00
Great Listener Questions!
7/17/2024
Our listeners sent in some great questions this week! One asks if a cat who was under-socialized as a kitten can still be taught to like touch. Another listener from Dubai asks about feeding her kitten raw food. And much more....
Duration:01:00:00
5 Reasons Why NOT to Adopt a Cat
7/10/2024
Thinking about adopting a cat, or another cat? Molly and Dewey talk about the 5 reasons why you should not do it.
Duration:01:00:00
Mental Stimulation For Cats
7/3/2024
What is mental stimulation in cats? Why is it important? What will happen if my cat is not being adequately mentally stimulated? Molly and Dewey talk about this issue and the dangers of having a cognitive atrophied cat.
Duration:01:00:00
5 Signs Your Cat Is Depressed
6/26/2024
Do cats suffer from depression? They sure do! Molly and Dewey talk about 5 signs your cat might be depressed, what causes it, and what you can do to help.
Duration:01:00:00
What to Do If Your Cat Gets Lost
6/19/2024
One of the most terrifying thoughts I can imagine, is if my cat got out. A couple listeners sent in emails asking who they could hire to help them find their cats. I knew just who to reach out to - Kat Albrecht of Missing Animal Response Network. Kat dispels the myths about finding your lost cat and shares tips for locating your cat. Kat dedicates her time to teaching others how to help people find lost pets - check it out at www.MissingAnimalResponse.com
Duration:01:00:00
The Purrfect Treats for Your Feline Friend
6/12/2024
Berta B. send in great questions about cat treats; what makes a good treat, how many treats should we have, and is it ok to use dry kibble as a treat? Molly & Dewey answer those questions and talk about what makes up a good treat and what to look for that is best for your cat.
Duration:01:00:00
Poo Podcast
6/5/2024
Yep, today we talk all about your cat's poo. Why? Because it's a good indicator of your cat's overall health. And it grosses Dewey out.
Duration:01:00:00
Are Cats Low Maintenance?
5/29/2024
Are cats low maintenance pets? Some people choose to own cats over dogs, thinking that they require less. Molly and Dewey talk through some of these common myths and misperceptions.
Duration:01:00:00
Going Blind • Spraying • Door Dashing
5/22/2024
One woman writes about her losing sight and being concerned about interpreting her cat's body language. Another has graciously taken in a community cat, only to be repaid with spraying. Stacey has a cat who is an accomplished door-dasher. Molly talks about potential solutions to these problems and more!
Duration:01:00:00
TNR or Sanctuary?
5/15/2024
One of our listeners wrote in asking my opinion about cats who live on the streets. She saw a debate on social media over removing feral cats and relocating them to a sanctuary. She brings up hard questions, such as what to do with the older ones?
Duration:01:00:00
Great Listener Questions!
5/8/2024
Listeners have sent in questions about their cat's butt smell, diet, neutering, aggression, strollers, litter box issues and more! We'll cover all these great questions in this episode.
Duration:01:00:00
Bigfoot Hunting With Your Cat!
5/1/2024
A listener, Teague, emailed asking about taking your cat hiking and when Dewey and I talked about this episode, we thought we'd share our personal experiences. Being a Bigfoot enthusiast, Dewey is the perfect one to share some of our trail experiences with Pico.
Duration:01:00:00
Who's Really In Control?
4/24/2024
Who's really calling the shots in your household? Cats have a reputation for being the masters of their domain, but why is that? In this episode, we talk about why our furry feline friends are such control freaks - and should you let them get away with that?
Duration:01:00:00
Let's Talk Fostering
4/17/2024
I'm currently fostering two cats - one medical and one behavior - and it inspired me to talk again about fostering. Is it for you? Do you have time? What might the challenges be? What's in it for you? I finished recording and realized I hadn't talked about fostering nursing moms! That's a huge demographic of cats in need of a foster home - and they're so easy! Mom does all the work. You get to play with the kittens and mom does all the feeding. I'm sorry I forgot to include that in the episode!
Duration:01:00:00
Encore Episode: What Stresses Your Cat Out & Why You Should Care
4/10/2024
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.
Duration:00:52:28
Chylothorax in Cats
4/3/2024
A listener, Denise Catoni, emailed me with a podcast topic, Chylothorax in Cats. I'd never heard of the medical condition before! She told me about losing her cat to this rare disease and I invited her to the show to talk about her journey.
Duration:01:00:00
The Pros & Cons of Feeding Your Cat Raw Food
3/27/2024
Karen W. sent in another request for us to talk about some of the pros and cons of feeding cats a raw food diet. There are many more than we covered in this episode, but it is a good place to start if you're considering converting to a raw food diet.
Duration:01:00:00
Listener Call In Questions
3/20/2024
Listeners always have the best questions! And when heard in their own voice, is even better! We added a feature to www.cattalkradio.com where you can record and submit questions. We don't get a lot of them, so I've collected them and answered the questions in this podcast. Please submit more, I think this is a really good format!
Duration:01:00:00
Indoor Feline Health
3/13/2024
If you’ve listened to any of our enrichment episodes, you know how important it is to find ways to connect your cat with you and nature. Connecting with nature boosts their physical and mental well being. Our indoor spaces should allow our cats to mimic their natural behaviors. How do we ensure our cats are thriving indoors? Two very special ladies are with us on this podcast to share some great ideas!
Duration:01:00:00