Episodes
May 27, 2020
Separation Anxiety in Cats
Separation anxiety is rare in cats, but can happen, and can be the cause of behavioral issues. A recent study gave insight into some of the things that can help cats to feel secure while you’re away. In this episode, Molly an...
May 20, 2020
Finicky Eaters
Several of you have asked how to deal with cats who are finicky eaters. This episode talks about some of the reasons why cats suddenly go cold on food and what you can do about it.
May 13, 2020
Prey Play - What, Why & How
Prey play might be the single most important things you do for your cat. Yet many of you say, My cat's not interested. Molly and Dewey talk about techniques for engaging your cat in prey play, why it's so vitally important, h...
May 6, 2020
Cat Resources. Do you have enough?
One of the routine things I do in a behavior consult is evaluate the cats' resources. Especially in a multi-cat household, if there aren't enough resources, often intercat aggression will break out. In this episode, Dewey and...
April 29, 2020
The Biters
You know them; the cats who bite people. It might be fun and cute when they are tiny kittens but when they grow up, it can be very dangerous. Molly and Dewey talk about three biting cases - two from listeners and their own cu...
April 22, 2020
Living With a Deaf Cat
One of our listeners, Alina, emailed with questions she has about living with her deaf cat. She asks, How do I communicate with my deaf cat? How is his behavior different from a hearing cat? Does his excessive purring and voc...
April 15, 2020
12 Ways to Reduce Stress for Shelter Cats
A listener from Italy emailed us saying she'd listened to our podcast on reducing stress for your cats and asked that we address how to reduce stress for shelter cats. She thought this topic would be beneficial for other volu...
April 8, 2020
Introducing Cats
Cat-to-cat aggression is one of the most common behavior calls I get. It is also one of the most common reasons cats are returned or surrendered to shelters.There is definitely a right and a wrong way to introduce a new cat t...
April 1, 2020
What Stresses Out Your Cat?
Cats rarely show pain or stress to avoid appearing vulnerable to potential predators. So how do you know if your cats is feeling stress? Molly and Dewey talk about what causes stress in cats, signs that your cat is feeling st...
March 25, 2020
15 Games to Play With Your Cat
Bored? Playing games with your cat is great fun and mental stimulation for you both! In this episode, Molly and Dewey give you 15 game ideas you can play with your cat.
March 18, 2020
Cat Spraying? Help is Here
Have a cat that is spraying in your home? Nothing can be more challenging than cohabitating with an actively spraying cat. Molly and Dewey talk about the differences between cats urinating out of the litter box and spraying, ...
March 11, 2020
Dangerous Scents for Cats
I had no idea what the effects of burning candles and incense, wax burners, and air fresheners had on my cat until Tabasco was diagnosed with “severe lung disease”. I used plug in scent diffusers, timer sprayed air fresheners...
March 4, 2020
Fostering Aggressive, Shy & Shut Down Cats
Fostering a terrified cat is not for the faint of heart, but it can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience if you know the right method to work with them. In this episode Molly and Dewey talk about the types of approach and...
Feb. 26, 2020
Traveling With Your Cat
Traveling with your cat can be a hair-raising experience - for both of you! Molly & Dewey talk about ways to condition your cat to be more calm and trusting of travel.
Feb. 19, 2020
The Surviving Cat - Does He Need a New Buddy?
Many people think the surviving cat is grieving and missing the companion of their beloved cat friend. And while this may be true, Molly explains what may really be going on and healthy ways to help a surviving cat to move on...
Feb. 12, 2020
Dysfunctional Beliefs About Cats - How to reframe them
People have dysfunctional thoughts about cats that can become dangerous to them - the cats, not the people. This episode explores some of those thoughts and talks about how to reframe them.
Feb. 5, 2020
Young Cats Who Bite
Biting was cute when your cat was a kitten, but now that he is getting bigger it's not funny any more. How do you stop a young, high energy cat from biting? This episode talks about training methods and techniques to keep you...
Jan. 29, 2020
Outside Cats and Intercat Aggression
Outside cats can cause turmoil between your indoor cats. Why are they such a source of aggression for your cats? How do you keep them out of your yard and away from your doors and windows? This episode talks all about issues ...
Jan. 22, 2020
12 Ways to Boost Confidence in Your Cat
Got a shy or jumpy cat? Want to know how to boost the confidence in your cat? Molly and Dewey talk about 12 different ways to help you cat feel more self-confident!
Jan. 15, 2020
Scratching Behavior - Declawing & Non-Surgical Alternatives
Have a cat that is tearing up your stuff? Getting a cat and worried about it scratching you and your things? This episode talks about the most common scratching fears, the realities of declawing, and ways to keep kitty from d...
Jan. 8, 2020
Counter Surfing - How to Stop It
It seems natural for cats to counter surf - you know, when they jump up on the kitchen counters or dining room table? You cringe at the amount of bacteria they're tracking all over the surfaces you eat from. So how do you sto...
Jan. 2, 2020
How to Bond With Your Cat
Do you want to improve your relationship with your cat? This episode talks about ways to increase the bond you share with your very special feline family member. Learn what to do that your cat will appreciate and how to know ...
Dec. 25, 2019
All About Cat Behavior Consultations
Everything you need to know about hiring Molly for a Cat Behavior Consultation. This podcast talks about when you should consider hiring a behavior specialist, how consults are done, what to do in preparation for your appoint...
Dec. 18, 2019
Why is my cat peeing outside the litter box?
Do you have cat urination happening outside your litter box? Or is this something you're worried might develop over time? If yes to either of these questions, this is a must-listen episode. Molly talks about the 4 reasons cat...