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Cats Episodes

Whether you’re a first-time cat parent or a lifelong feline fan, these episodes help you understand and care for your cat at every stage of life. From solving litter box issues and decoding cat behavior to choosing the right food, toys, and vet care, you’ll find practical, science-based advice to make life with your cat calmer and more rewarding.

Topics included: cat care, cat behavior, litter box tips, cat health, cat grooming, cat enrichment, cat training, cat wellness, caring for cats.
Dec. 21, 2025

10 Rescue-Tested Pet Essentials We Can’t Live Without

Stop Buying Useless Pet Supplies. Here’s What You Actually Need. Most “must-have" pet supplies lists focus on gimmicks and generic basics and miss the pet essentials that actually make daily life easier and safer. You probably have the basics, like bowls and a bed, but in this episode, Amy Castro a…

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Sept. 21, 2025

Cat Won't Use the Litter Box? 6 Rules You’re Probably Breaking

Understanding cat litter box issues is one of the top problems cat owners face. You think your litter box setup is fine, yet your cat is still peeing on the bath mat or worse, on your bed! In this episode, I share expert pet ...

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Aug. 24, 2025

Bringing Home a New Cat? Build Trust Fast With the CATS Method

That friendly, purring shelter cat you fell in love with can sometimes turn into a ghost or even a hissy ball of nerves the moment you get them home. It’s not rejection. It’s survival mode. And how you handle those first few ...

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April 8, 2025

The Heartworm Mistakes Putting Your Pet at Risk

Heartworm Truths Every Pet Owner Needs to Hear with Dr. Zoo Think skipping heartworm prevention just this once is no big deal? It only takes one mosquito bite to change your pet’s life forever. Heartworm disease is slow, painful, and completely preventable—yet pets still die from it every year. In …

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March 18, 2025

Are Hairballs Normal? What Most Cat Parents Get Wrong

Think hairballs are just a normal part of life with cats? Think again. If your cat is coughing up hairballs weekly or even monthly, it’s not just gross—it’s a red flag. Frequent hairballs can point to stress, food allergies, ...

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March 11, 2025

Is Treating Your Pet Like a Baby Actually Hurting Them?

Is calling your pet your “fur baby” harmless fun or actually harmful to your pet’s well-being? If you’ve ever wondered whether treating your pet like a child is helping or hurting them, you’re not alone. The truth is, humaniz...

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Feb. 10, 2025

Pet Emergencies Happen Fast. Will You Know What to Do?

Would you know how to save your pet if they started choking or collapsed from heatstroke? Pet emergencies can happen in seconds, and knowing what to do could be the difference between life and death, especially before you can...

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Feb. 3, 2025

Road Trip With Cats? Pet Travel Tips To Prevent Mayhem

Worried your cat will freak out in the car? You’re not alone. Whether you’re planning a move or just need to get your cat to the vet without a meltdown, cat travel can feel overwhelming. But with the right preparation, it doe...

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Nov. 25, 2024

Pet Food Labels Are Lying: How To Feed Better Without Going Broke

Not sure what’s actually healthy for your pet to eat? You’re not alone. Pet food labels are confusing on purpose, marketing is loud, and even “prescription” diets can leave you feeling stuck and broke. In this episode, certif...

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Sept. 17, 2024

Are Plastics Harming Your Pet?

Could your pet’s toys, bowls, or containers be quietly harming their health? In this episode, I talk with Aidan Charron from EarthDay.org about the alarming findings in the Pets vs Plastics report—and what every pet parent ne...

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