Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Cat Talk Radio
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| The Cat Who Cried "Litterbox": When Elimination Is a Message | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:23:19 | |
When your cat pees outside the litterbox, it's easy to assume bad behavior — but what if your cat is trying to tell you something? In this episode, Molly and Dewey explore a fresh way to look at litterbox issues: as communication. From emotional stress and social tension to medical discomfort and environmental triggers, they decode what your cat's "messages" really mean — and how to respond with empathy instead of frustration. If you've ever wondered "Why is my cat peeing on my stuff?", this one's for you. Tune in to learn how to turn those messy moments into breakthroughs in understanding your cat's emotional world. | |||
| Social Media Cats vs. Real Cats: The Behavior Gap | 29 Oct 2025 | 00:19:39 | |
Behind the Purrfect Posts: What Social Media Gets Wrong About Cats Why does your cat hiss when you try to put on a costume — but that Instagram cat seems to love it? In this myth-busting episode, Certified Feline Training and Behavior Specialist Molly DeVoss and co-host Dewey Vaughn pull back the curtain on viral cat videos to reveal what's really going on behind the scenes. From cats "snuggling" dogs to "hugging" their owners, Molly explains how to spot stress signals, understand feline body language, and reset your expectations for what's normal cat behavior. 🎧 Tune in to learn how to appreciate your cat's authentic self — no filters required. | |||
| Street Cats & Where They Steal Your Heart | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:41:00 | |
In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, I had the absolute joy of interviewing Jeff Bogle, the brilliant and big-hearted author of Street Cats & Where to Find Them. We wander through Jeff's globe-trotting adventures, talking about some of the most memorable street cats he's encountered, and diving into the fascinating differences in how cultures care for their feline neighbors. Of course, I had to hear all about the cats of Greece—a country that's been on my travel bucket list for decades. And here's a fun twist: during our conversation, Jeff revealed he's putting together a cat-themed cruise that includes the Greek Islands and Athens (October 2026). Dewey and I are already packing our bags (and cat treats – namely Lick 'n Lap) to join him! If you love cats, travel, and stories told with heart and humor, you'll love this episode. | |||
| Traveling Cats! | 31 May 2023 | 00:30:09 | |
Meet an amazing woman who has co-founded a company with a mission to help your cat get the enrichment it craves, and go safely beyond their great indoors. Travel Cat is the #1 cat travel brand in the world. In 2017 Emily, and her co-founder, and husband Ian, were adopted by an abandoned cat, Andie. As new cat parents, they go on to build the American dream of following their passions through learning what their new cat really needs. | |||
| What's the best cat litter? | 24 May 2023 | 00:37:25 | |
A great question asked by Kristen and her cats Sunny and Dill! I think every cat owner has tried multiple cat litter brands, looking for the perfect solution that is environmentally friendly from a renewable source, clumping, non-toxic and healthy for you and your cat, with great odor control, low tracking, and affordable. We tackle this topic by reviewing the different materials used for cat litter, and come up with a solution of... | |||
| Does spoiling your cat make him a brat? | 17 May 2023 | 00:33:49 | |
We have a bratty. I often wonder if he's a brat because we spoil him. I propose that question to Dewey and we talk about the differences between indulging a cat, leniency, and attention-seeking behaviors. | |||
| Feline Heart Disease with Dr. Brian Hurley | 10 May 2023 | 00:31:52 | |
Molly and Dr. Hurley talk about the risks of your cat getting Heart Disease, symptoms, and things you can do to help prevent it. | |||
| Molly Answers Your Questions | 03 May 2023 | 00:24:41 | |
Listeners send in great questions! In this episode Molly answers how to redirect scratching, the importance of clean water, how to reduce shedding, and more! | |||
| Mistakes I've Made | 26 Apr 2023 | 00:37:17 | |
I haven't always been the purrfect cat mom, and I'm sure I've still got a lot to learn. Over the many decades of cat ownership, I've made grave errors in the way I cared for my cats - because I didn't know better. I wanted to take this opportunity to share my past oversights, in hopes others can learn from them the easy way. Molly DeVoss | |||
| Communicating with Animals - with Joan Ranquet | 19 Apr 2023 | 00:38:57 | |
Ever wonder if you could communicate with animals? Well, you can. Joan Ranquet talks with Molly about how animals tell you what's going on with them and what you can do to travel on a journey of deeper connection with all the living beings in your life. | |||
| Skin Issues - with Dr. Brian Hurley | 12 Apr 2023 | 00:37:18 | |
Skin disease is a broad topic; ranging from wounds and abscesses, to allergies. 6-15% of feline patients have at least one dermatological issue and some suffer multiple issues. Dr. Hurley and Molly talk about the common types of skin issues your cat might face in its lifetime and when it's time to visit your veterinarian. | |||
| Cat Settlements | 05 Apr 2023 | 00:28:20 | |
You think of your cat as a member of the family, right? Although we may think of our pets as children, legislation doesn't. You might be surprised to learn that in a divorce or estate settlement, pets are considered property. Decisions are made based upon property awards, no necessarily what's in the best interest of the pet. In this episode, Molly talks with Robert Greene, co-founder of LifePet.Care about the current laws and your options for perpetual care. Go to https://payhip.com/LifePetCare and enter the code CATTALK at checkout for a 33% discount on the Pet Estate Will Addendums kit. | |||
| Cats and Seniors | 29 Mar 2023 | 00:31:55 | |
As we age, we begin to deal with a barrage of medical issues. How so we mitigate cat ownership and aging at the same time? If you are a senior, or have aging parents with pets, this episode will spur good thought processes about day to day living and succession plans for pets. | |||
| Traveling with Cats Just Got Easier: Lauren Anders Brown & the Power of PadsPass | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:36:18 | |
Over 4 million animals fly each year—2 million from the U.S. alone. But traveling with a cat can be a logistical nightmare, thanks to confusing international regulations, medical paperwork, and the looming threat of quarantine or denied entry. In this episode, Molly DeVoss is joined by Lauren Anders Brown, filmmaker turned pet-tech entrepreneur and founder of PadsPass—a revolutionary digital pet passport platform that's making it easier and safer to travel with your furry family members. Lauren shares the personal story that inspired the platform, the challenges cat parents face when traveling, and how PadsPass simplifies it all with secure, centralized digital records. Whether you travel often or just want peace of mind for vet visits, this conversation is full of insight, innovation, and inspiration. If you've ever hesitated to travel with your cat—or just want a smarter way to manage their info—you won't want to miss this episode. | |||
| Listener Questions | 22 Mar 2023 | 00:26:31 | |
Great questions in this episode! Should you leave a light on in the dark for your cat? Do thunder shirts work? and more! Thank you to everyone who sends in these great questions. | |||
| Why Is My Cat Always Hungry? | 15 Mar 2023 | 00:24:03 | |
Do cats get food obsessions? What types of behaviors do cats exhibit when obsessed with food? What can I do to get my cat to stop pestering me for food?? | |||
| Feline Wellness | 08 Mar 2023 | 00:47:01 | |
Dr. Brian Hurley and Molly talk about general feline wellness. What vaccinations should you give your cat and how frequently? How often should you do bloodwork? Should you test for FeLV and FIV? What are the pros and cons of spay/neuter? And much more! | |||
| Resource Insecurities | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:24:32 | |
What do cats consider resources and why do they become insecure about them? What happens when a cat feels insecurity? How do we make sure our cats are feeling confident and secure? | |||
| Peeing On Personal Things | 22 Feb 2023 | 00:23:10 | |
When peeing gets personal! Why do cats choose your personal items, like the bed, to pee on? Molly and Dewey talk about why this happens and what you can do to deter them. | |||
| Your Cat's Teeth - with Dr. Brian Hurley | 15 Feb 2023 | 00:47:58 | |
How important is it to have an annual feline dental cleaning? Why is it SO expensive? Do cats get cavities? Does feline dental disease lead to other medical issues? What are the signs your cat is having dental issues? What are things you can do today to prevent problems with your cats teeth? Brian Hurley, DVM and Molly talk about all things cat dental in this episode. | |||
| Why is my cat unpredictable? | 08 Feb 2023 | 00:25:54 | |
Things are going along smoothly, then all of a sudden your cat displays behaviors that aren't normal. Why is that? Should you be concerned? Molly and Dewey talk about what's going on with our cats when they just aren't acting themselves. | |||
| What do I do? | 01 Feb 2023 | 00:25:00 | |
What do I do about....various cat things! Listeners from all over the world have sent in great questions about caring for their cats. Tune in to discover something you might not have known before! Even Dewey has a question for Molly.... | |||
| The Unhappy Cat | 25 Jan 2023 | 00:24:55 | |
What makes your cat unhappy? Do you care how your cat feels? What are signs of feline unhappiness? What should you do if you think your cat is unhappy? Molly & Dewey talk through all of this and more! | |||
| Rescuing the Rescuers | 18 Jan 2023 | 00:33:27 | |
This podcast is for everyone who has a passion for animal welfare. If you're a cat foster, trapper, shelter volunteer or worker, cat rescue volunteer, or in the non-profit community, you've undoubtedly found yourself out of energy at one time or another. It's common for all of us to get discouraged and question our effectiveness. Burnout, compassion fatigue, exhaustion and depression are real problems and very common when working/volunteering in those areas. There is a place where you can come and share your challenges, heartbreaks, the good days and the bad ones with others in the community who understand. The Rescuing The Rescuers Facebook team is made up of people from the cat community. We have counselors, coaches and those with shared experiences ready to help. We recognize the need for a group like this is long overdue. | |||
| Intentional Ignorance: How We Accidentally Teach Cats to Misbehave | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:16:36 | |
Ever wonder why your cat keeps waking you up at 4 a.m., knocking things off the counter, or biting your hand during play? The truth might surprise you—you may have taught them to do it! In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, Molly and Dewey uncover the subtle, often unintentional ways we reinforce unwanted cat behaviors. From bad timing to well-meaning but misguided reactions, learn how to break the cycle and set your cat up for better habits. If you've ever said, "I've tried everything, but my cat still does it," this episode is for you. | |||
| Kidney Disease - with Dr. Brian Hurley | 11 Jan 2023 | 00:49:48 | |
Learn about Kidney Disease and Renal Failure with Dr. Brian Hurley. Kidney Disease is one of the leading medical causes of death in cats. We discuss early warning signs, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. | |||
| Cats & Grandkids | 04 Jan 2023 | 00:24:44 | |
The grandkids were visiting so we thought we'd test their knowledge of cats and hear a little about their cat experiences. | |||
| Listener Questions | 28 Dec 2022 | 00:21:38 | |
Great questions from our listeners in this episode! You've asked everything from a cat getting E.coli from sitting in the litter pan while eliminating, to cats' nose color changing, to anesthesia-free dental cleanings and more! | |||
| Post Adoption Depression | 21 Dec 2022 | 00:30:48 | |
A listener shared her very personal experiences with feelings of remorse and guilt after adopting her new cat. Post adoption depression can encompass a large array of feelings, from remorse to panic. Molly and Dewey talk through some of the things you can do to help ease this very common phase of adoption. | |||
| Urination Issues - with Dr. Brian Hurley | 14 Dec 2022 | 00:39:26 | |
Medical issues play a huge role in what causes cats to urinate outside the litter box. Listen as Molly and Dr. Hurley talk about what some of the challenges are in diagnosing these problems in cats. They talk about the different types of conditions seen in felines and why some cases are recurring and very difficult to figure out. If your cat has ever had a litter box problem, or you want to know more in case problems arise, be sure to tune in! | |||
| Mis-Matched Play Styles | 07 Dec 2022 | 00:31:33 | |
When cats have mis-matched play styles, it often leads to fighting. Once fighting starts, it can become challenging to stop. This episode talks about what mis-matched play styles look like, how it happens, and what you can do to prevent and manage it in your home. | |||
| Cats & Dogs | 30 Nov 2022 | 00:25:00 | |
Bringing a cat into your home with a dog (or vice versa) should not be a daunting task. And it can result in a lifelong friendship between them...IF you do the introduction correctly. Listener, LeAnna, sends in a story about her dog and kitten she adopted that inspired this episode. If you're thinking about adopting a cat into your dog home, tune in! | |||
| Meet Our New Veterinarian Guest, Brian C. Hurley, DVM | 23 Nov 2022 | 00:40:42 | |
Dr. Hurley is the National Medical Director for AmeriVet Veterinary Partners. He will be a guest on Cat Talk Radio monthly to answer your medical questions about cats! We're very excited to welcome him to the show and look forward to many engaging episodes as he shares his knowledge. | |||
| Cooking With Cats! | 16 Nov 2022 | 00:41:56 | |
If you love cats, love to cook and love fun, you'll enjoy this podcast with Sheri Lynch, author of Cooking With Cats - favorite recipes of crazy cat people and the felines we feast with. It's a cookbook with delicious recipes from Sheri Lynch, an acknowledged crazy cat lady and some great crazy cat people who love to cook. Molly and Sheri talk about secret Italian family recipes, cooking with cats in your kitchen, cat behavior, big foot, aliens and much more! | |||
| Listener Questions | 09 Nov 2022 | 00:18:04 | |
In this episode Molly answers listener questions about kittens, litter box issues, suckling and more! | |||
| You're Not the Boss of Me: Understanding Cat Autonomy | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:17:11 | |
Cats aren't being difficult—they're being independent. In this solo episode, Certified Feline Behavior Specialist Molly DeVoss explores what autonomy means for your cat and why respecting their need for control is the secret to a better relationship. From common mistakes that erode trust—like forced handling or overtraining—to practical strategies like choice-based training, consent-based petting, and environment shaping, Molly shares how to stop the control battles and start collaborating with your cat. Learn why your cat resists control, how to recognize subtle signs of stress, and what happens when you empower instead of overpower. If you want more affection, cooperation, and trust from your feline friend—this episode is for you. | |||
| CATching Up With Jackson Galaxy | 02 Nov 2022 | 00:41:38 | |
Molly and Jackson cat chat! | |||
| Stray Cats? | 26 Oct 2022 | 00:35:15 | |
Molly is joined by Christi Metropole, the founder and CEO of Stray Cat Alliance. Do you know how your shelter is handling stray cats that come in? Do you know what you should do if you have stray cats outside your home? Join Molly and Christi as they answer these questions and much more! | |||
| Emily & Molly Talk NAKED! | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:46:34 | |
Emily Stolz from Prairie Creek Cats, and Molly DeVoss talk NAKED!! No, the gals aren't naked but they talked all about the hairless cats, called Sphynx - who are also affectionately called the nakeds. Learn about this fascinating breed; their purrsonalities and care. And see NAKED KITTENS!! This show is also on YouTube - so you can see the NAKED KITTENS!! https://youtu.be/gVZuysOPC_8 | |||
| Bonding With Your Cat | 12 Oct 2022 | 00:24:25 | |
This is not the episode that will give you specific bonding tips - Molly does that weekly; this is more about the psychological strategies you use when you want more cat love. | |||
| Is your cat smart? | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:29:49 | |
Ever wonder how intelligent your cat is? Are dogs smarter? How does cat intelligence compare to our own? How do their brains function? How are whiskers and intelligence linked? Do cats have procedural memory? Can cats get Alzheimer's? Answers to these questions and more in this episode of Cat Talk Radio! | |||
| Your Cat's Teeth | 28 Sep 2022 | 00:30:42 | |
A listener asks, I would love any tips you have on how I may be able to keep my little one's teeth cleaned - or if it is something that naturally takes care of itself? | |||
| Is Your Cat Secretly In Pain? Tably App | 21 Sep 2022 | 00:46:34 | |
Is your cat secretly in pain? There's an app for that! Seriously. Tably app from Sylvester.ai has created an artificial intelligence app for your iPhone that predicts your cats pain level with over 90% accuracy. Molly talks with Dr. Liz Bales, Chief Medical Officer and primary Veterinarian consultant for Tably, about how this app really works. We all know that pain can lead to various behavior issues, so it's important to get your cat medical care when it's needed. The challenge is, most cats disguise their pain, so it's very difficult to diagnose pain levels - even if we've lived with the cat for many years, and think we can read it well. Tune in to find out how to take the mystery out of determining cat pain! | |||
| Therapy Cats! | 14 Sep 2022 | 00:40:46 | |
Ever wondered what it would be like to use your cat as a therapy animal? Pet Partners works to improve human health and wellness through animal assisted therapy. There are thousands of registered teams, making more than 3 million visits annually. The pets visit patients in recovery, people with intellectual disabilities, seniors living with Alzheimer's, veterans with PTSD, people approaching end of life, and more. Tune in to learn how to get certified with your outgoing cat. | |||
| Dander & Dandruff | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:30:51 | |
Does your cat have dandruff? What is worse, dander or dandruff? What causes it and how can you help your cat to have a healthy, dandruff-free coat? | |||
| Your Cat Stories | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:42:53 | |
Listeners often send in interesting questions, framed around their own cats' behavior. I find these fascinating and entertaining and thought it would be fun to share them with you. This episode is sort of a compilation of short stories. We read you their situation and talk about solutions and the interesting behaviors of our feline companions, including: The Wild Child, Steve, Organic cat food & Treats, and Post Trauma Behavior. | |||
| Caring for Cats on a Budget | 30 Jul 2025 | 00:19:46 | |
Rising costs have many cat parents wondering how to provide quality care without breaking the bank. In this episode, Molly and Dewey tackle the tough topic of financial stress and how it can impact our ability to care for our feline companions. From budget-friendly food tips and affordable medical care options to creative DIY hacks and emergency planning, they share practical ways to stretch your dollars while still meeting your cat's essential needs. | |||
| Community Cats Podcast + Cat Talk Radio | 24 Aug 2022 | 00:42:29 | |
Stacy LaBaron, host of the Community Cats Podcast and I did a thing...we did a mutual podcast that will air on both channels. In it we talk about what each of us are doing in the cat world, colony cats, cats living outside and how it effects your indoor cats, how to constructively interact with outdoor cats, and much, much more. | |||
| The Complete Book of Cat Names | 17 Aug 2022 | 00:41:47 | |
Join me as I chat with Bob Eckstein, internationally-known cat cartoonist and author of the recently published book, The Complete Book of Cat Names (Your Cat Won't Answer To, Anyway). Bob shares with us his motivation behind drawing cat cartoons and how he started on his career path. I think you'll find this interview fascinating, funny at times, and all over the place! | |||
| Listener Questions | 10 Aug 2022 | 00:29:05 | |
It's that time again.....Molly answers questions you've sent in. Tune in, yours might be one of them! This is a good hodge-podge of of useful information. | |||