Nine Lives with Dr. Kat - Cat podcasts for cat lovers - Pet Life Radio Original

Today's episode is a fun joint effort. I teamed up with Michelle Fern, host of Catitude, right here on Pet Life Radio to get our cat loving listeners information about how to cope with cat allergies. We explain how the cat allergies work and even give tips to help you still get your "cat fix" even if you are allergic to cats!

EPISODE NOTES: Achoo! What You Need To Know About Cat Allergies

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Today's guest is a fun one, Leigh D'Angelo, CEO and co-founder of animal lovers dating apps shares with all we need to know to find love with Dig, dog lovers app and Tabby, the cat lovers app. Find out how to get the app and all the special features that allow you to find a special someone who shares your love for fur friends. Find out why these apps are the best place to live happily FURever after!

EPISODE NOTES: Finding a PURRfect Match: A Dating App For Cat Lovers

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Have you ever needed a pet sitter? It's a little scary to have someone else care for your fur baby. I get to chat with Collin Funkhouser, pet-sitting expert about the state of pet sitting industry and what you need to know to find a great pet sitter.

What is reasonable to expect a pet sitter to do? What should their credentials be? Collin explains all of this and so much more in this fun and informative episode!

EPISODE NOTES: Pet Sitter Basics

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Dr. Lisa Radosta loves poop and is going to tell us why. Learn about studies to find out if scientists can identify a stressed cat using chemical characteristics of the feces. We talk about what normal poop looks like and what you need to check ft make sure all is well with your own cat. Find out how to provide the best litter and keep kitty’s litter habits exactly where you want them. Dr. Radosta shares with us her own cat’s quirks and how she manages them. She ever answers the age old question, “Why Doesn’t My Cat Cover His poop? Listen now for free!

EPISODE NOTES: Let’s Talk Cat Poop!

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Join me today with Steve Appelbaum, CEO and president of Animal Behavior College as we talk about training cats. People think cats are imPAWSible to train, but Steve disagrees and shares with us how and why we should all train our cats. He tells what he thinks every cat should know and learn plus how to find someone to consult with about your cat. Listen today’s episode to find out his ideas about whether or not cats can learn. The more you know about your cat and what makes him/her tick, the happier your relationship is!

EPISODE NOTES: What Does The Animal Behavior College Know About Training Cats? A Lot!

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Today I get to talk to Chris Koski about a promising new product to help keep cats' dental health top notch. You will learn about some common sense tips to keep cats happy and healthy, but also you may be inspired to try this new product that could be an easy and safe way to help.

EPISODE NOTES: Putting the Bite on Good Dental Health for your Cat

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Dr. Chad Dodd tells us some secrets about helping pets age gracefully. Dr. Dodd has dedicated his life to extending life and quality of life for pets. We talk about the science of aging and what we know to manage the issues that develop as pets age.

Dr. Dodd "busts the myth" about how old your dog (cat) really is. It isn't a straight one to seven years comparison and you need to know where your cat really falls in the journey of his/her life. Knowledge gives you power to help your best friend. Listen to what we learn!

EPISODE NOTES: Growing Old Gracefully: The Truth About Pet Aging

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We talk with Virginia Morell. NY Times best selling author of Animal Wise, a book that explores animal intelligence. Learn how amazing animals really are and find out about new studies that suggest that cats have emotional attachment to their humans (we already knew that, right?) We talk about animals from ants and bees to elephants and parrots. You will learn things you did not know. You will be astounded and humbled by what Virginia shares!

EPISODE NOTES: How Smart Is My Cat?

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I chat with Jennifer Styrsky, DVM who is an expert on stress in cats. We talk about the causes of stress in cats some of the surprising consequences of stress for cats. She shares with us what a cat parent can do to help cats have stress outlets and also to recognize signs of stress early before they have permanent effects.

What kind of home contributes to stress? Is yours one of the stressful kind? Would you know? How does short term stress affect cats versus long term stress? Find out how to recognize subtle signs of stress and what to do. Find out ways to help and when to call the vet and what you can do at home even before you take your cat in. You might not know what to look for, so check out this episode!

EPISODE NOTES: Decreasing Stress In Our Feline Friends

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Did you know a high percent of my feline patients have at some point in their lives soiled outside their litter box? This behavior breaks your bond with your cat and is a frequent reason for a cat to be surrendered to a shelter.

Dr. Lisa Radosta, boarded behaviorist and Fear Free Certified Professional shares what you can do to prevent this undesirable behavior and even what you can do once it has begun. Do you know how many litter boxes a cat should have? What size it should be? Well, you will once you tune in!

EPISODE NOTES: Inside Your Cat's Brain Part 2

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