In our weekly Please Explain feature, cat therapist Carole Wilbourn, "The Kitty Freud," tells us how to help our cats lead happier lives. She’s the author of a column called "Cats on the Couch."

On Wednesday, July 13, Carole Wilbourn will give a 92nd Street Y talk called "When Your Cat Talks, Do You Get It?" at Makor's westside facility. Call 212-601-1000 for more info.

Music: Soundtrack for Sonatine, Track 6 and Track 1