We chat with Tabitha Kucera, certified RVT, CCBC, and KPA-CTP, and she sheds some light on our cats' interactions with us as their humans. Purring, kneading, bunting....and so much more. Find out why she thinks they do these things and what they mean. She even gives us tips on what our cats are trying to tell us! Come along as we unravel the mysteries of cats!

EPISODE NOTES: Why Does My Cat Do That? Part 3: Interactions

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Do you feel overwhelmed by the number of choices of flea products today? Today I chat with Rita Katanjian, a veterinary professional with years of experience and a passion for client education, about the pros and cons of flea product choices. She tells us how to let our cats and our veterinary team help us decide which ones will be best for each individual cat. We had fun talking about bugs!

EPISODE NOTES: Flea Control: How Do You Pick One?

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Does your cat bite? Scratch? How about urinating outside the box? Howling? There are behaviors that we humans see as negative and I get to chat with Mikkel Becker, lead trainer for Fear Free Pets about why they do these things and what we can do to help. Check out Mikkel's amazing wisdom on our series, Why Does My Cat Do That.

EPISODE NOTES: Why Does My Cat Do That? Part 2: Negative Behaviors

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The opening episode to our series, Why Does My Cat Do That? Lisa Radosta, the veterinary behaviorist, joins me today to talk about cats and objects. Why do cats knock things off counter tops? Why do cats like boxes? And so much more. This is a super fun episode! Check it meow-t!

EPISODE NOTES: Why Does My Cat Do That? Part 1

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Wouldn't you love to see what a kitten sees and hear his thoughts on everyday life? I would! And a new book, Oliver Kitten's Diary does just that. I get to chat with Gareth Thomas, a celebrated writer and publisher about all of his cat-a-log of books that discuss cats. Learn about Oliver kitten's life, what it is like to be a cat loving publisher and about other feline best sellers. Gareth joins me all the way from New Zealand to help me explore more cat-tastic facts and fun. Check it out!

EPISODE NOTES: A Kitten's Diary?

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What does a talented harpist have in common with a grieving pet owner? You will be surprised. Erica Messer is both of these and so much more! She took time today to talk with me about her grief and share some of unique and interesting ways that she learned to deal with it...and to help others deal with their own. Listen to find out more about Wolfie's Wish and Erica's tools and resources to help you or a loved one deal with their own pet loss grief.

EPISODE NOTES: Resources to Cope with Pet Loss Grief: Wolfie’s Wish

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Today’s fun episode gives me the chance to chat with Michelle Fern of Cattitude podcast about cats, what they are up to and why we humans care. It turns out, cats are very complex and interesting and could even be capable of more than we think… Listen in while we chat about cats and how they create curiosity in us, learn our ways and influence us. Why do cats lurk in the shadows? Why do they like the dark? Are they plotting together? We have a little fun exploring theories and learning quirky cat facts!

EPISODE NOTES: Why Are Cats So Mysterious? What Are They Up To?

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Science has made a-meow-zing advances in identifying and managing pain in cats. We know that cats have special metabolism and cannot tolerate certain medications. We also know that medicating cats can be a challenge itself. Today, I have 2 pawsome guests that can help us know how to see if our cats have pain and what the options may be. Learn what to watch for and some tips to make sure your cats are happy and pain-free!

EPISODE NOTES: Does Your Cat Need Rehab?

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Today we talk with BrIan Jorgensen of MetLife pet insurance about how insurance works and what you should know about it. He tells about his journey toward the pet insurance industry and answers questions about types of plans and when and why you might want it. How old should your kitten be when you start? When is your pet too old to be eligible? How can pet insurance help you? Check out this episode to learn more!

EPISODE NOTES: Does Your Cat Need Pet Health Insurance?

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We all know that knowledge is power and the more you know about how your cat works, the better you can support their health. Did you know your gut health can impact your cat's mood and behavior? You can test for proteins in the gut to gauge inflammation and even find out if your cat's diet could be better. We talk with Dr. Betsy Redmond about Innovative Pet Lab's gut health testing. Check it out!

EPISODE NOTES: More Scoop On Poop?

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