Have you ever noticed your cat hiding more than usual, seeming tense, startled, or unable to fully relax? In this episode of the Diary of a Cat Mom podcast, I share my personal journey of helping anxious cats feel safer and more comfortable. From singing bowls and healing frequencies to practical ways of creating a calm environment, this episode explores what helped my cats and what research suggests may help anxious cats feel more secure.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

•  Common signs of anxiety and stress in cats 
•  Why a safe environment can help anxious cats 
•  How predictable routines create confidence 
•  My experience using singing bowls and healing frequencies 
•  Why gentle reassurance may help fearful cats 
•  When it may be time to seek veterinary guidance

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 Introduction
 00:18 When my cats' anxiety made me anxious too
 00:49 Trying singing bowls and healing frequencies
 01:28 What I noticed in my cats afterward
 01:57 Creating a safe environment for anxious cats
 02:41 Why elevated spaces help cats feel secure
 03:03 Why predictable routines matter
 03:32 How reassurance helped one of my cats
 04:19 When to talk with your veterinarian
 04:44 The gift of helping a cat feel safe
 05:09 The End

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

Have you ever noticed how calm and peaceful you feel when your cat curls up beside you? In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share the comforting moments I experience when my cats cuddle with me and the surprising research behind why those moments may reduce stress for both cats and humans. We explore the science of cortisol, oxytocin, and why letting cats choose affection may be the key to helping them feel safe and relaxed.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

•  Why petting a cat can reduce stress in humans 
•  How cats may benefit emotionally from trusted human interaction 
•  The role of cortisol and oxytocin in bonding 
•  Why consent matters when interacting with cats 
•  How to recognize when your cat wants affection 
•  The special comfort shared between cats and cat moms

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 Introduction
 00:23 Why I Started Wondering About This
 01:08 What the Research Says About Stress Relief
 02:08 How Cats Benefit Too
 02:52 Why Cats Need to Choose the Interaction
 03:25 The Gift of Quiet Moments Together
 03:52 The End

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

Have you ever noticed that when your cat gets sick after regular vet hours, it feels like your whole body goes into panic mode? In this podcast episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share my fears around emergency vet visits, the difficult decisions cat parents sometimes face in the middle of the night, and why I was surprised to learn about a new emergency veterinary model that cares for both the pet and the person who loves them.

What You'll Learn

• Why emergency vet visits can feel overwhelming for cat parents
• Common fears many pet parents experience during emergencies
• Why clear communication matters during stressful veterinary situations
• How some emergency hospitals are changing the pet parent experience
• Why caring for the cat mom can be part of caring for the cat

Takeaways

• Emergency vet visits can be emotionally overwhelming for pet parents.
• Clear communication helps reduce fear and confusion during emergencies.
• Many cat parents worry about making the right decisions under pressure.
• Some emergency hospitals are creating more family-centered experiences.
• Caring for pet parents can help them better support their pets.

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 – When your cat gets sick after hours
00:20 – My fears about emergency vet visits
01:02 – Making difficult decisions alone at night
01:35 – Discovering a different emergency vet experience
02:02 – Why this emergency hospital feels different
02:25 – Two patients during a pet emergency
02:40 – Caring for the cat mom too

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

Have you ever felt like your vet only sees your cat and not you?

As cat parents, we spend countless hours worrying, researching, medicating, cleaning, transporting, and doing everything we can to help our cats live healthier lives. In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode, I share a recent experience with Snow White that reminded me how much it means when a veterinarian sees not only the patient but also the human who loves and cares for them every day.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

• Why feeling supported by your veterinarian matters
• How trust grows between pet parents and veterinary teams
• Why medication challenges are more common than many cat parents realize
• The difference compassion can make during stressful vet visits
• Why caring for the human is part of caring for the cat

Takeaways

• Great veterinarians care about both the pet and the caregiver.
• Medication challenges can affect treatment plans.
• Compassion builds trust during difficult situations.
• Being seen and understood as a cat parent matters.
• Small acts of kindness can have a lasting impact.

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:19 Why I Love Eau Gallie Veterinary Hospital
01:01 Waiting While Snow White Has Blood Drawn
01:38 The Blood Test Didn't Work Out
02:11 Snow White's Medication Challenges
02:52 An Unexpected Act of Kindness
03:23 When a Vet Sees the Cat Mom Too
03:48 Gentle Takeaway & Question

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

Have you ever given your cat an extra treat because they looked at you with those irresistible eyes?

For many cat parents, food becomes one of the easiest ways to show love. I did it too. Growing up, I watched my mom feed outdoor cats whenever they showed up hungry, so when I had cats of my own, I kept their bowls full and refilled them whenever they were empty.

It wasn't until a veterinarian suggested controlled feeding that I realized I might be confusing food with affection. In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode, I share how changing my cats' feeding routine helped them stay healthier and taught me that love comes in many forms beyond treats and food bowls.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

•  What controlled feeding means for cats 
•  Why free-feeding can sometimes lead to weight gain 
•  How portion control helped my cats stay healthier 
•  The health benefits of scheduled feeding 
•  Why affection and food are not always the same thing 
•  Alternative ways to show your cat love besides treats 

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 Have you ever given your cat an extra treat because they looked adorable?

00:24 Growing up with outdoor cats and free-feeding

00:52 The vet visit that introduced me to controlled feeding

01:25 Moving from free-feeding to scheduled meals

01:55 Learning portion control

02:18 Realizing I was using food as affection

02:48 Why cats need connection, not just calories

03:08 Health benefits of controlled feeding

03:25 Other ways to show cats love

03:38 Not every expression of love comes from a food bowl

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

Have you ever loved a cat but not liked them very much?

Many cat parents feel guilty admitting it, but some cats come with behaviors that test our patience every day. In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share the story of a cat who was passed from one home to another and struggled to feel secure.

Over time, I learned that what looked like frustrating behavior wasn't really his personality at all. It was a survival strategy from a cat who didn't feel safe.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

🐾 Why difficult cat behaviors are not always personality traits
🐾 How insecurity and fear can affect a cat's actions
🐾 Why patience can help anxious cats relax
🐾 How compassion changed my relationship with a challenging cat
🐾 The lesson this cat taught me about unconditional love

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 – Have you ever loved a cat but not liked them?
 00:44 – Meeting the "divorce cat"
 01:31 – Why his behaviors drove me crazy
 02:26 – What changed over time
 03:09 – Behavior versus personality
 04:00 – The lesson he taught me about compassion

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

When one of my rescue cats started suckling on blankets, my ears, and even my nose, I thought it was simply a cute kitten habit. Later I learned that this common feline behavior often has deeper emotional roots connected to comfort, security, and early life experiences. In this Diary of a Cat Mom podcast episode, I share his rescue story and what he taught me about understanding unusual cat behaviors with compassion.

What You'll Learn In This Cat Podcast Episode

• Why some cats suckle on blankets and soft object
• How early separation from their mother may influence this behavior
• Why suckling and kneading often happen together
• When blanket suckling is usually harmless
• What one rescue cat taught me about comfort and security

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:04 Does Your Cat Suckle on Blankets Too?
00:32 My Cat's Rescue Story
01:24 Why He Suckled on Blankets
02:02 Why Cats Suckle and Knead
02:36 What My Rescue Cat Taught Me
02:55 Gentle Takeaway
03:07 Closing Thoughts

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

I love dancing. My cats make me happy. Naturally, I thought combining the two would be a wonderful idea.

So every now and then, I would pick up one of my cats, hold them close, and dance around the room. In my mind, it was a beautiful bonding moment.

My cats disagreed.

In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share what happened when I tried dancing with my cats, what I learned from researching the topic, and why respecting our cats' individual preferences may be one of the greatest acts of love we can offer.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

🐾 Whether cats actually enjoy being danced with

🐾 Signs your cat may be uncomfortable while being held

🐾 Why every cat has different boundaries and preferences

🐾 How to create positive bonding moments with your cat

🐾 A gentle reminder that love means listening to our cats too

Timestamps & Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:15 Why I Started Dancing With My Cats
00:55 My Cats Had Other Opinions
01:40 What The Research Says
02:20 The Cat Gets A Vote
02:55 Respecting Your Cat's Preferences
03:15 Gentle Takeaway & Closing

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

Have you ever been petting your cat and everything seems perfectly fine... until suddenly his ears go back?

In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share what I discovered after noticing one of my senior cats pinning his ears back during cuddle sessions. At first, I worried something was wrong. But after researching cat body language, I learned that pinned-back ears can be an important sign that a cat is feeling overstimulated.

Join me as we explore what your cat may be trying to tell you when those ears suddenly change position and how recognizing the signal can strengthen the bond between you and your feline companion.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

🐾 What pinned-back ears can mean in cats
🐾 How to recognize petting overstimulation
🐾 The difference between fear, pain, and overstimulation signals
🐾 Why ear position should never be interpreted by itself
🐾 How respecting your cat's boundaries builds trust

Timestamp & Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:32 My little weaky and his pinned-back ears
01:22 When petting starts to change
02:08 Could I be overstimulating him?
02:49 What pinned-back ears actually mean
03:35 Signs your cat has had enough
04:13 When ear pinning may signal illness or pain
04:42 Learning to respect my cat's boundaries

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.

Have you ever felt your cat gently touch your cheek with his paw?

Not a scratch. Not a swat. Just a soft little tap that feels incredibly intentional.

In this episode of Diary of a Cat Mom, I share the heartwarming story of one of my cats who gently pets my face whenever I'm standing near his cat tree. Curious about what this behavior meant, I researched it and discovered it may be one of the sweetest signs of affection cats can show.

We explore scent marking, trust, bonding, kittenhood memories, and why your cat may be telling you, "You're my person."

If your cat has ever touched your face, forehead-butted you, or gently reached out just to be close, this episode is for you.

What You'll Learn in this Cat Podcast Episode

🐾 Why cats gently touch human faces with their paws

🐾 The surprising role scent glands play in feline bonding

🐾 How kittenhood influences affectionate adult cat behavior

🐾 What your cat may be communicating through gentle paw touches

🐾 Why this behavior is often a sign of trust and emotional connection

Timestamps & YouTube Chapters

00:00 Introduction
00:18 The gentle paw on my cheek
01:12 Why I became curious
01:49 What the research revealed
02:25 "You're my person"
03:03 The connection to kittenhood
03:37 Why cats choose our faces
04:02 A beautiful reminder of trust and love

This is where I’ve gathered everything that supports me and my cats:
https://diaryofacatmom.com/cat-care-resources/

About the Diary of a Cat Mom Podcast

Diary of a Cat Mom is a quiet, personal cat podcast created by Dagmar Gatell, sharing real moments, emotions, and experiences from life with cats.

This space is meant for connection, comfort, and companionship. Everything shared comes from lived experience as a cat mom and is not intended as professional veterinary advice. Every cat is unique, and for health concerns, it’s always best to consult your trusted veterinarian.

Most of all, please remember:
 You’re not alone on this journey. We’re learning, loving, and growing together — one paw print at a time.