19 Cats and Counting on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)

Started in 2011 by Amman Ahmed and Ricardo Henriquez, Relax My Cat and Relax My Dog were inspired by an incredibly cute dog called Rocky, and a cute cat called Mia. Ricardo and Mia both experienced a life of political unrest and violence in their local communities, leaving them less than relaxed.

Amman and Ricardo started making experimental music to see how it would help Mia and Rocky, and after loads of trial and error they now have a formula that works! RelaxMyCat.com and RelaxMyDog.com offers not just music, but also tv to help relax cats and dogs. The positive feedback they’ve received from the community shows that this music helps 85% of cats who’ve tried it. In fact, Relax My Cat has had a positive impact on over 10 million cats and dogs so far, including Rita and Linda’s cats. Listen as Rita and Linda introduce you to the wonderfully talented Amman Ahmed and find out how your cat can try Relax My Cat and Relax My Dog, too.

EPISODE NOTES: Amman Ahmed, Co-founder of Relax My Cat (and Relax My Dog)

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Liz is a gifted comedian who has been doing stand-up since she was just 16! At 18, she was profiled in The New Yorker Magazine, at 22 she appeared on Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham.” She recently appeared on Comedy Central’s “This Week at the Comedy Cellar,” NPR’s “Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me,” Hulu’s “Coming To The Stage,” AXS TV’s “Gotham Comedy Live,” and was profiled in the March 2015 issue of Runner’s World. Liz released her first special “Self Help Me” in May 2020, which is free on YouTube.

As a cat mom, and after telling one cat joke too many on stage (ha ha), Liz had the idea to write her first book, “Why Cats Are A*holes.” Join Rita and Linda as they talk with Liz about her career, her cat, and why she wrote this very relatable book about being a cat owner.

EPISODE NOTES: Liz Miele, Author, Cat Mom

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Have you ever wondered if your cat is really happy? If he’s acting strange, is it because he is ill? After surgery, does he really need these pain pills or are you medicating your cat needlessly? Sylvester AI can tell you!

Join Rita and Linda as they talk with Miche and Sajna about this amazing software, called Tably, how it works, and how our own Linda Hall saved the life of her cat using Sylvester AI while we were testing it for the show! Linda’s story actually changed the target demographic for the release of Tably, so that not only can veterinarians use it in the office, but virtually everyone can use it at home, too. You don’t want to miss this ground-breaking show!

EPISODE NOTES: Is Your Cat Happy? Miche Priest and Sajna Massey of Sylvester AI Can Tell You For Sure!

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April is Autism Awareness month, and studies have proven that cats provide great comfort to those on the spectrum!

Caden is a very smart, funny and talented young man who has Autism. Like most teens, Caden loves pizza, tacos, and video games, in addition to his love of cats. Join Rita and Linda as they chat with Caden and his Mom, Courtney, about life with Autism and our mutual love of kitties. We love Caden and we know you will, too!

EPISODE NOTES: Caden Patterson/ aka Caden the Cat, A Cat Lover With Autism

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Steve Dale knows pets. He is a celebrated Animal Behaviorist and animal welfare advocate, with not one, not two, but THREE radio shows! Rita had the pleasure of meeting Steve a few years ago at a conference about Cat Behavior. Steve is one busy guy, and we’re honored he made the time to be on our show! If there is one thing Steve is passionate about, it’s the health and well-being of all of our beloved pet companions. As a board member to the Every Cat Health Foundation (formerly known as The Winn Feline Foundation), everycat.org, Steve has his finger on the pulse of feline disease management breakthroughs as they happen. Every Cat is on the cutting edge of the development of treatments for and prevention of the various diseases our feline companions get. Join Linda and Rita, as Steve tells us about the amazing work of Every Cat, as he challenges Rita and “19 Cats” to get involved. With pleasure, Steve! Whatever we can do to help, we’re onboard!

EPISODE NOTES: Steve Dale- Animal Behaviorist, Animal Welfare Advocate

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We’ve all heard that music soothes the savage beast, but what can soothe our family housecats? David Teie, a solo Cellist for the National Symphony Orchestra, has the answer. David has brought science and music together in a unique combination to create Music for Cats.

It took David over 4 years to create this music, which is intended to speak to cats in a way that only their brains would understand. In a quote from his website: “He contends that every species has an intuitive biological response to sounds based on their brain development and vocalizations.”

Listen to David explain this fascinating way to help your cats remain calm, cool, and collected, then visit www.MusicforCats.com and give your cats a soothing experience.

EPISODE NOTES: David Teie, Composer, Music for Cats

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Darlene is a very old and very dear friend of Rita’s, who happens to share Rita’s love of cats and a passion for writing. As a cat (and dog) mom and successful writer, Darlene decided to create a series of children’s books, staring her very own cats!

Join Rita and Linda as they talk with Darlene about her real-life cats, her move cross-country, and how much easier her Litter Robot has made taking care of cat business! We’ll also discuss how she came up with idea for The Mischief Kitties series. Be sure to look up The Mischief Kitties on Amazon and read these enchanting books to your kids as you follow the cats though their many misadventures.

And then, once you’ve put the kids to bed, curled-up in the bed with your favorite purry companions and glass of wine, then pull out one of Darlene’s romance novels. Visit Darlene’s Author page for a complete list of all her books.

EPISODE NOTES: Darlene Tallman, Author, The Mischief Kitties

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Cindy is a tireless cat rescuer, often spending countless dollars of her own to save and vet stray cats, and find then a loving forever home. Named after one of the kittens she could not save, Cindy started The Sunshine Fund, a (soon to be non-profit) rescue dedicated to those kittens who are in the greatest need of saving in the Houston, TX area. Join Cindy, Linda, and Rita as they talk about how this dedicated lady has become the advocate for needy kittens as she gets them ready for their new lives. Visit www.thesunshinefund.net to learn more about Cindy’s amazing work, and to donate money, time, or supplies to the kittens.

EPISODE NOTES: Cindy Long-Pace and The Sunshine Fund

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The number two question Rita hears from clients is “how do I get my cats to get along?” Enter Dr. Sally Foote! Although Rita is quite experienced at multi cat integration, Dr. Sally is an expert, offering video step-by-step guides on how to go about those sometimes scary cat-meet-cat introductions. Join Rita, Linda, and Dr. Sally Foote as they talk about introducing cats and getting them to peacefully co-exist.

EPISODE NOTES: Dr. Sally Foote – Veterinarian and Animal Behaviorist

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FIP is a horrible feline disease that once was 100% fatal. But not anymore! Peter Cohen was lucky enough to partner with a wonderful veterinarian who has discovered the cure! However, the medication is currently cost prohibitive for most cat parents.Enter Peter, and his wonderful organization, Zen By Cat! Peter and his “Zen Warriors” are dedicated to making this treatment affordable for all cat parents who need it. How? Tune in, and find out how you canbecome a Zen Warrier, just like Rita and Linda! Then visit zenbycat.org for more information.

EPISODE NOTES: Meet Peter Cohen, Founder of Zen By Cat

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