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 ..read more

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 ..read more

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 ..read more

Do you have a cat? Guess what- they are aging. As their biggest advocate, there are things that you need to know to help them age gracefully. Find out about aging for cats and what makes it different. Did you know that aging affects a cat's brain too? Find out how to manage cognitive dysfunction. A large percent of senior cats suffer from mobility issues and their caregivers don't realize it. Learn how to recognize the signs and what to do. This book has checklists and videos! Do you have a Bucket List for your cat? See what Dr. Mary Gardner suggests to help your cat's life be meow-valous. Yo ..read more

I love to share with my listeners things that they may not know but could benefit from. Today, I speak with Dr. Jessica Vogelsang who is the chief medical officer of AAHA about what they do and why we, as pet lovers, should care. Did you know that there isn't an enforced standard of care in veterinary hospitals like there is for human hospitals? So how do you know if the care that is provided there complies with the latest medical recommendations? AAHA accreditation is how! AAHA Accreditation is a trusted way for a practice to be voluntarily evaluated by a neutral third party and prove that t ..read more

On today's episode, I chat with Dr. Joe Bartges, a veterinary nutritional and internal medicine specialist about cats and their diet preferences. Why do they like what they like and how can we affect it? Sometimes we need cats to eat specific diets and it can be hard. Find out how to make your kitten less picky about his/her foods. We explore safe home cooking for cats and some of the pitfalls of creating a balanced diet that way. Join us on this fabulously informative culinary adventure! EPISODE NOTES: Finicky Cats ..read more

Today I get to to talk with Arden Moore about all the cat related stuff that she is doing now. She has books, cat cocktails and cats making appearances in DogTV! Most importantly, she does Feline First Aid! We get to talk to her about it all. Tune in for today's show! EPISODE NOTES: All Things Cat ..read more

Cats claw. They naturally scratch and it tears up our stuff. Today I chat with Steve Dale about why cats scratch and what we can do to save our stuff! We have a lot of fun exploring why cats scratch, the ugly truth about declaw surgeries, and the things that you can do to redirect this behavior that will not hurt your cat. EPISODE NOTES: Talk To The Claw ..read more

I had a listener request that I cover feline hairballs and when I thought of having fun talking about a somewhat gross topic, I thought of my friend, Dr. Adam Christman. Dr. Christman is like a bright ray of sunshine. He is knowledgeable and fun so today, you can learn about feline hairballs and when you worry. Check out this informative and fast paced episode! EPISODE NOTES: Hairballs, Are They Ever A Cause For Concern ..read more

Have you ever met a cat loving comedian? I got to chat with two on today's show! Not only are they fun and feline friendly, they also have invented a great new product that will meet your needs and your cats' needs too. Things that make people and cats happy make me happy too. Find out more on this fun episode. EPISODE NOTES: Frame Your Feline ..read more