Episodes

Oct. 23, 2019

About Host Molly

In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, Dewey interviews Molly about what fuels her cat passion, her personal cat(s), how she got into cat behavior work and more. Dewey asks What's the one best piece of cat advice you could give s...
Oct. 16, 2019

Molly Answers Behavior Questions

I often receive little questions from cat owners - the kinds of things that don't require full consults. I figure if some of you are asking these things, there's likely to be more of you thinking them. In this episode Molly a...
Oct. 9, 2019

Cat Body Language

You might think you understand what your cat is trying to communicate to you, but you might be surprised! Cat communication is subtle and utilizes every part of the cat - from tip of the nose to end of the tail. Learn some of...
Oct. 2, 2019

Feline Obesity

Feline obesity is a complex and sensitive topic. In this episode we talk about a cat's healthy weight, and how to determine if your cat is overweight or obese. We also provide a calories per day formula and give you a long li...
Sept. 25, 2019

34 Things You Do Your Cat Hates

Since cats are not so obvious about communicating, (unless they're hungry) it's good to know what things you might be doing that your cat hates. Molly's mom, Toby, joins her again to talk about some of the not-so-obvious anno...
Sept. 18, 2019

Intercat Aggression

Cats fighting? This episode talks about the (very complex) issue of intercat aggression; the different types of intercat aggression, why it happens, and some solutions you can try.
Sept. 11, 2019

Most Googled Cat Questions of 2018

Dewey has mined the most Googled cat questions for 2018 and tests Mollys cat knowledge with them Interesting and funny cat facts are revealed.
Sept. 4, 2019

ABCs of Cat - an Alphabet of Cat Info

This episode covers the ABCs of cats - everything from acne and balls to yawns and urination Lots of funny and interesting cat facts that will amaze your friends, as well as important behavior advice.
Aug. 28, 2019

Caring for a Geriatric Cat

Aging is inevitable for all of us. I thought it important to do a podcast dedicated to our senior feline companions. In this episode, we talk about the age your cat becomes geriatric and many of the physical ailments common i...
Aug. 21, 2019

Does Your Cat Really Love You?

If you own a cat, you have probably often wondered, Does my cat really love me? I certainly hear that question a lot in my travels. In this episode, with my mom, Toby as co-host, we explore the answers to what cats feel. We a...
Aug. 14, 2019

The New Dog/Puppy - Integrating canines in a feline household

Quincy Sweeney, Director of Behavior and Training at the Santa Fe Humane Society and Animal Shelter joins us with advice from the dog side. Introducing a new dog or puppy into your home can be a challenging task, AND can lead...
Aug. 7, 2019

Interview with Hannah, Shaw, The Kitten Lady

Hannah Shaw, known as the Kitten Lady, joins Molly to talk about her new book Tiny but Mighty Kitten Ladies Guide to Saving the Most Vulnerable Felines. Molly and Hannah talk about the books heart warming stories, amazing pho...
July 31, 2019

10 Things You Need Before Bringing Home A Cat

This episode covers 10 things you need before you bring a new cat home. It is a good list of essentials that will benefit every cat owner. This episode does not promote any product endorsements; no fees were paid for mention ...
July 24, 2019

Feeding Your Cat Raw Food

Have you ever thought about feeding your cat raw food? I'm sure you have a lot of questions about it, and maybe have heard contradicting advice about feeding raw. This episode explores what raw cat food is, the pros and cons ...
July 17, 2019

Things That Stress Your Cat Out and Why You Should Care

Stress plays an important role in the health of your cat - just as it does with humans. In this episode learn the types of stress your cat struggles with, the impact of stress, things that you might inadvertently be doing to ...
July 10, 2019

Interview: Dr. Sara Pizano Best Practice Playbook for Animals

Molly interviews Sara Pizano, DVM, MA and author of The Best Practice Playbook for Animals. Learn what challenges your local shelters are facing and what you can do to really help. Understand why it's better NOT to take found...
July 3, 2019

Subtle Signs of Illness in Your Cat

Molly describes this as her favorite episode to date. This enlightening show educates you of a myriad of subtle signs your cat may be getting sick, or dealing with an ailment that is causing discomfort. Cats rarely show signs...
June 26, 2019

Kitten Play - Are you doing it right?

Yes, there are right and wrong ways to play with a kitten. I say this because a number of the adult cat aggression cases I see are a result of incorrect play with a kitten during their developmental stage. In this episode, we...
June 19, 2019

Cat 101 - Understand your cat and their basic needs

We could've called this episode Cats for Dummies, but people who own cats are not dummies! You're smart if you choose to cohabitant with a feline. However, our choices in caring for them aren't always what they need. This is ...
June 12, 2019

6 Nutrients Your Cat Needs

Learn what nutrients your cat needs, what supplements you should be giving, and which you should only give under the care of a veterinarian. Learn about the pet food regulatory body, what standards they put on pet food, and t...
June 5, 2019

Disaster Preparedness for Cats - Advance to dos for emergencies

Are you ready to get your cat out of your home in a hurry? What if you have a house fire; how would you get you and your cats evacuated quickly? What if you were under threat of tornado, hurricane or flooding? Cats panic in u...
May 29, 2019

10 Essential Needs for Cats - Help Stop and Prevent Behavior Issues

In this episode we talk about everything your cat needs to stop and prevent unwanted behaviors. This is the bird's eye view of creating a healthy life and environment for your cat. You'll be able to determine what you're lack...
May 22, 2019

Catio Spaces - A Safe Way for Your Cat to Enjoy the Outdoors

Catios are patios for cats! In this episode I interview Cynthia Chomos, Catio Designer and Founder of Catio Spaces, a Seattle-based firm that creates amazing catios. Catio Spaces makes it easy for you to create your own space...
May 15, 2019

Animals and the Key to Our Health - Interview with Dr. Akhtar

Molly interviews Dr. Aysha Akhtar, author of the new book Our Symphony with Animals. In the book Dr. Akhtar tells the stories a former mobster, an industrial chicken farmer, a Marine veteran, and even comes face to face with ...