In this year’s Super Bowl, Hellmann's debuted its Big Game commercial and revealing two of its stars: Kate McKinnon and her furry friend, Mayo Cat (known as cat actor Chipmunk off camera)! This week Michelle Fern chats with Chipmunk’s cat mom, Molly O'Neill about Chipmunk as a cat star, what it’s like to train a cat, how did ‘Mayo Cat’ talk in the Super Bowl commercial and more! A super fun interview… tune in!

EPISODE NOTES: Meet ‘Mayo Cat’, the Adorable Cat Who Starred in Hellmann’s Super Bowl Ad!

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Ever wonder what your indoor cat dreams about while gazing out the window? The answer might just be the great outdoors! This week Michelle Fern welcomes back Dr. Amy Shirley and Pam Johnson-Bennett to talk about creating a cat wonderland in your home! If you've got a curious furball, why not spice things up and let them enjoy the best of both worlds – the safe and comfortable indoors and the thrill of the natural realm! Picture this: your kitty adventurer, capturing their “prey” in a treat puzzle, basking on strategically placed perches, and having a blast with indoor cat grass and catnip gardens. Discover easy ways to provide your cat with a connection to nature, while boosting their physical and mental wellbeing.

EPISODE NOTES: Bringing the Outdoors In: How to Create a Cat Wonderland in the Safety of Your Home

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A new law in California law allows for more telehealth options with licensed veterinarians when your pet doesn't require an in-person examination for minor ailments or routine prescriptions. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Mondrian Contreras from Pumpkin Insurance’s Pet Advisory Board to share more on how this type of technology is helping deliver a positive vet experience to pet owners and their pets, as well as the benefits of pet insurance.

EPISODE NOTES: New Telehealth Law Is Changing the Way Vets And Cat Parents Interact with Their Furry Friends

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Whether you're a seasoned cat parent or a first timer, navigating the world of hairballs is a sticky reality in most feline companionships. Unravel the mysteries of hairballs, exploring their causes, sharing practical tips, and ultimately finding humor in the unique quirks that make life with our feline friends both charming and, at times, a tad hairy. This week Michelle Fern welcomes back best-selling author and cat behavior expert, Pam Johnson-Bennett, along with Fear-Free certified veterinarian Dr. Amy Shirley to talk about what are the causes and symptoms of hairballs in cats, what you can do about them, and much more!

EPISODE NOTES: The Real Scoop on Hairballs: What Every Cat Parent Should Know

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With periodontal disease being one of the most common medical conditions seen by vets, it’s essential for pet parents to be on the lookout for signs & symptoms so they can take the necessary steps to prevent potentially life-threatening conditions down the line. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Holistic Veterinarian, Dr. Ambika Vaid, to talk about putting the bite on pet dental disease with proper prevention.

EPISODE NOTES: Brushing Up on Pet Dental Health Month!

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Why is playing with your cat just as important as food, water, and a clean litter box? Find out as Michelle Fern chats cats with noted cat expert Dr. Mikel Maria Delgado, author of the new book, Play With Your Cat! Dr. Delgado explains the key to cat well-being: interactive play! In this comprehensive, illustrated guide she shares the wide-reaching benefits of play and how to develop play habits that work for your schedule and your cat’s.

EPISODE NOTES: Play With Your Cat!!

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When Michelle Fern received an email from a listener asking her if she would like to receive a Sphynx kitten, she was overjoyed and apprehensive. What are Sphynx cats really like, and will they integrate into her multi-cat household? This week Michelle talks to that listener, small Sphynx cat breeder, Cristina Kean about those questions and many others on this unusual breed. Tune in to find out everything!

Also check out Cattitude Episode 139 – Cats Without Coats Part 1.

EPISODE NOTES: Cats Without Coats Part 2 – More About Sphynx Cats!

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Michelle Fern chats with Robert Kovler, founder of Therapetixx. Therapetixx is an innovative pet care brand that offers natural solutions for canine, feline, equine, and exotic companion animals formulated by veterinary holistic specialists. Created by Animal Nutritional Products, Therapetixx leads the way in holistic pet care, promoting the well-being of animals and the planet. A portion of every sale is donated to rescue groups worldwide.

EPISODE NOTES: Therapetixx – Leading the Industry in Natural & Holistic Pet Care

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This week Michelle Fern welcomes back Julie-Anne Thorne, author of the book, Cat chakras. A complete guide to clearing, cleansing and balancing your cats' core energy centres. Step into the fascinating world of cat chakras, the energy centres within your feline companion. Julie-Anne Thorne, an expert in holistic healing, teaches ways to unlock the secrets to your cat's well-being by balancing and harmonising its chakras, promoting improved health, vitality and emotional balance. Julie-Anne guides you through a variety of approaches to influence and align your cat's energy, leading to a happy, healthy cat.

EPISODE NOTES: Cat Chakras

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So many of us share our lives with cats, yet there remains such mystery surrounding this remarkable species that has long been underrepresented in research about the human-animal bond. This gap in our appreciation of the cat-human bond is now being addressed. This week Michelle Fern chats with Taylor Griffin, chief researcher of this study. Tune in to hear how cats are now becoming therapy animals!

EPISODE NOTES: Can Your Cat Be a Therapy Cat?

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