Cattitude - The #1 Cat Podcast
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In these cat podcasts, learn everything there is to know about cats on Cattitude with your hosts Michelle Fern & Tom Dock.. In this cat podcast, each week we’ll spotlight a cool cat breed, give up-to-date advice on cat health, and check out new cat products! So curl up on the couch every week for a purrr-fectly enjoyable time on Cattitude... on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cattitude-the-1-cat-podcast--6666768/support.
Episodes
- Cattitude - Episode 303 Purrfectly Smart Spending: Saving Money at the Vet
On this informative episode of Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes Amy Castro of the Pet Parent Hotline to tackle one of the biggest concerns for cat parents: how to save money at the vet without compromising care. From understanding es…
- Cattitude - Episode 302 Style Meets Whiskers: Smart Living for Cat People
This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes Ashley OBryan, founder and CEO of Fluff & Boots, for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about creating a home that’s both cat-friendly and human-friendly. From stylish litter boxes a…
- Cattitude - Episode 301 The Breed Explorer: What Breed Is Best for You?
In Cattitude Episode 301, Michelle Fern and Dr. Heather Berst discuss the Zoetis Breed Explorer, a tool to help find the best cat or dog breed for a person's lifestyle by considering traits such as energy level and grooming needs. They emp…
- Cattitude - Episode 300 - Valerie Bertinelli Talks Cats, Chaos & Cat Mom Life
Valerie Bertinelli discusses her experiences as a cat mom on the 300th episode of Cattitude, sharing anecdotes about her cats, Batman, Henry, Tigger, Bubba, and Beau, and the realities of living with multiple pets.
- Cattitude - Episode 299 A Cat’s Tail: The Love, Life & Legacy of Onkyo
Author Josephine Spence discusses her book "A Cat's Tail," sharing the 19-year story of her cat Onkyo with host Michelle Fern. The episode explores the human-cat bond, life lessons, and the grief of losing a pet.
- Cattitude - Episode 298 When Spring Brings More Than Flowers – Kitten Season!
This episode of Cattitude discusses kitten season, explaining how unaltered female cats can quickly multiply and the importance of spay/neuter and TNR efforts. It offers advice on helping community cats and kittens, and highlights the impa…
- Cattitude - Episode 297 The 30-Breath Test That Could Save Your Cat’s Life
On Cattitude Episode 297, veterinarian Dr. Heather Davis discusses hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a common heart disease in cats. She explains causes, breed risks, diagnosis, management, and a home breath test for early detection, alon…
- Cattitude - Episode 296 From New York to Athens: A Global Mission to Rescue Cats
On Cattitude, guest Julie Kelly of Let’s Be SMART shares her extensive experience in feline rescue, spanning from New York to Greece. The episode highlights global differences in cat welfare, challenges with resources, and the impact of ed…
- Cattitude - Episode 295 You Only Live Nine Times - Crime, Claws & Coconut Oil (Okay… Wesson Oil)
Cattitude interviews author Gwen Cooper about her new book, You Only Live Nine Times, a mystery where cats solve a murder. Cooper discusses the inspiration, feline accuracy in the novel, and how her book sales support animal rescue.
- Cattitude - Episode 294 National Cat Health Month: Monitoring Health from the Litter Box
This Cattitude episode features Jennifer Cookson of PrettyLitter discussing their color-changing litter designed to help cat owners monitor their cat's health at home by indicating changes in urine pH and the presence of blood. The discuss…
- Cattitude - Episode 293 From Meow to Millions: Inside the World of Cat Influencers
Host Michelle Fern talks with Ashley, CEO of Pet Influencer Secrets, about the business of cat influencers. They discuss building an audience, brand collaborations, the realities of creating content, the role of AI, avoiding scams, and the…
- Cattitude - Episode 292 Do Cats Mirror Their Humans? The Hidden Messages in Feline Behavior
In Cattitude Episode 292, host Michelle Fern talks with holistic animal healer Lisa Tully about how cats can mirror their humans' conditions. They discuss how imbalances in people's lives might appear in cats, touching on anxiety, stress,…
- Cattitude - Episode 291 WhiskerCon Savannah 2026: The Ultimate Valentine’s Weekend for Cat Lovers!
Cattitude Episode 291 discusses WhiskerCon Savannah 2026, a cat convention planned for Valentine’s weekend. Host Michelle Fern talks with organizer Katy Cohen and veterinary behaviorist Dr. Lisa Rodosta about the event's focus on feline we…
- Cattitude - Episode 290 Cats About Town: NYC’s Secret Feline History
In this episode, Michelle Fern talks with Peggy Gavan and Daniel Rimada about their Cats About Town Tours, focusing on NYC’s feline history and famous cats. They also discuss the role and care of bodega cats in the city.
- Cattitude - Episode 289 Bodega Bosses & Bookstore Cats: Inside Shop Cats of New York
On Cattitude, Michelle Fern interviews Tamar Arslanian and Andrew Marttila about their book "Shop Cats of New York." They discuss the stories and photography of cats living and working in NYC businesses, highlighting their role in the comm…
- Cattitude - Episode 288 Heroes in the Hardest Hours: Rancher Navy & Wings of Rescue Step Up
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes two remarkable heroes of animal disaster relief: Amy Houston, Founder/Director of Rancher Navy, and Ric Browde, CEO & Co-President of Wings of Rescue. Fresh off being honored by NAVC Gives, th…
- Cattitude - Episode 287 PAWS, Laws & Claws: The Legal Side of Saving Cats
On this episode of Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Sherrie Hines, professor at the University of Georgia School of Law and the new director of the groundbreaking PAWS (Practicum in Animal Welfare Skills) program. With over a decade of ex…
- Cattitude - Episode 286 Quantum Cats: The New Frontier in Feline Wellness
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern dives into a fascinating new frontier in pet wellness with guest Todd Shipman, Educational Manager for Leela Quantum Tech. Cat lovers are always searching for safe and innovative ways to support their…
- Cattitude - Episode 285 Phantoms, Cadillacs & Claws — Crime Solving Through a Cat’s Eyes
On this episode of Cattitude, Michelle Fern sits down with author G. David Stirling, creator of the wildly imaginative Cat Detective Series, including The Cat That Chased Cadillacs and The Cat That Followed Phantoms. His feline hero, Buck,…
- Cattitude - Episode 284 Stay Inside, Stay Alive: Why Cats Belong Indoors
On this episode of Cattitude, host Michelle Fern tackles one of the most important—and sometimes misunderstood—topics in cat care: why every cat should be an indoor cat. PETA spokesperson Sarah McFarlane joins the show to uncover the shock…
- Cattitude - Episode 283 The Magic of Mister Mishkins: Cats, Courage & Moonlight Dreams
It’s a magical, moonlit edition of Cattitude! Host Michelle Fern chats with author Samantha Mattocks about her spellbinding new book, The Magic of Mister Mishkins — the latest in her whimsical middle-grade series. Meet Mister Mishkins, a g…
- Cattitude - Episode 282 9Cats2Lives: Tim Carthon’s Cute and Crazy Feline Universe
This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes multi-talented creator Tim Carthon for a deep dive into his cute and crazy catworld, including his web series, #9Cats2Lives! From hilarious cat antics to heartfelt moments of feline inspi…
- Cattitude - Episode 281 Toby, Gus & Me: Choosing a Life Plus Cats with Rebecca van Laer
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern chats with writer and critic Rebecca van Laer about her debut memoir, Cat. Van Laer explores how our lives with cats reshape the wild we’ve tried to domesticate—what “tame,” “neuter,” and “indoors” say…
- Cattitude - Episode 280 Life Advice from Mr. Dill Pickles
Move over, self-help gurus—this week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes veteran writer John Riddle and his grandsons Alex and Gavin Podgorski to introduce their whiskered life coach, Mr. Dill Pickles. We’re celebrating Life Advice from M…
- Cattitude - Episode 279 Living in Harmony with Wildlife: Simple Steps You Can Take
On this episode of Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes Jakob Shaw, Manager of Strategic Initiatives at PETA, to talk about how small everyday actions can help protect wildlife. From raccoons and squirrels to cats and dogs, animals can e…
- Cattitude - Episode 278 Swipe Right on Cats: Nick Lachey on Dating with Allergies
Dating a cat person but sneezing through the sparks? On this episode of Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Nick Lachey (98 Degrees; host of Love Is Blind, The Ultimatum, Perfect Match) and Dr. Michelle Moyal, veterinarian with Purina, for a…
- Cattitude - Episode 277 The Ghost Whiskerers: Cats, Comics & the Supernatural!
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes cartoonist and writer Thom Zahler, best known for his work on My Little Pony comics and the hit series Love and Capes. Thom introduces his brand-new comic, The Ghost Whiskerers, published by J…
- Cattitude - Episode 276 And Just Like Cat… Manhattan Gets Meow-nificent
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern chats with Georgette Blau from On Location Tours about their latest purr-fect creation — And Just Like Cat! Inspired by Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw, this hilarious parody series reimagines the M…
- Cattitude - Episode 275 Traveling Cats & Spooky Chats with Vanessa Morgan
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern chats cats with the purr-fectly fascinating Vanessa Morgan — feline photographer, horror author, and founder of the wildly popular blog, Traveling Cats. For over 20 years, Vanessa has documented cats f…
- Cattitude - Episode 274 Kitten Tsunami: Why Kitten Season Floods Shelters with Felines
This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes Tori Fugate, Director of Communications for Shelter Animals Count, to talk about the peak of kitten season and what new national data is revealing about the influx of feline intakes acros…
- Cattitude - Episode 273 Megacolon in Cats: What Every Cat Parent Needs to Know
In this informative episode of Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes veterinarian and fellow Pet Life Radio host Dr. Jeff Werber to tackle a condition many cat parents have never heard of—megacolon. Inspired by listener Erin and her belov…
- Cattitude - Episode 272 Fur-tography 101: How to Snap Your Cat Like a Pro
This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes professional cat photographer Karen Hoglund, who shares her expert tips on how to capture the purr-fect feline photo. From understanding what sets cat photography apart from snapping pics…
- Cattitude - Episode 271 Arthritis & the Aging Cat: What Every Cat Parent Should Know
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes feline health expert Dr. Kelly Fishman to uncover the hidden truths about aging cats. Inspired by a recent New York Times article exposing the gap in feline versus canine medicine, Dr. Fishman…
- Cattitude - Episode 270 From Hiss to Harmony: Solving Cat Aggression
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Lisa Radosta, a board-certified veterinary behaviorist and president of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. Dr. Radosta shares her deep expertise on feline aggression, explain…
- Cattitude - Episode 269 One Kitten, One Soldier, One Extraordinary Journey: Silopi - A True Story of Love and Resilience
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Brad Beyer, author of the touching new memoir SILOPI: A TRUE STORY OF LOVE AND RESILIENCE. Brad shares the remarkable journey of how, in the aftermath of the first Gulf War, he rescued a tiny…
- Cattitude - Episode 268 Meow! Cats in Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy Movies
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Chris Robinson, contributor to the thrilling new book Meow! Cats in Horror, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy Movies. If you’ve ever gasped at a feline jump scare, swooned over a mystical cat in a fantasy e…
- Cattitude - Episode 267 Not Just Any Cat Sitter: How to Choose the Purr-fessional One!
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Beth Stultz-Hairston, President of Pet Sitters International (PSI), to talk all about finding the right pet sitter for your cat (or cats!). Whether you’re heading out of town or just want peac…
- Cattitude - Episode 266 Why Can’t My Brother Be More Like My Cat?
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes back bestselling author Allia Zobel Nolan to talk about her delightful new children’s book, Why Can’t My Brother Be More Like My Cat? With charming illustrations by New York Times bestselling…
- Cattitude - Episode 265 Disaster-Proof Your Pets: Emergency Prep with Dr. Deborah Mandell
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Deborah Mandell, member of the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council and pet medical expert to talk about disaster preparedness for your pets. With more intense and frequent disas…
- Cattitude - Episode 264 From Sneezes to Snuggles: The Future of Cat Allergy Relief
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Evan Zhao, Co-Founder of Pacagen, the groundbreaking biotech pet care brand tackling human allergies to cats! Inspired by his wife’s severe cat allergies after adopting their beloved Briti…
- Cattitude - Episode 263 Life Is A Catbaret!
What good is sitting alone in your room, when you can join the fun as Michelle Fern welcomes Gemma Smith, producer of Catbaret! This one-of-a-kind show, held in NYC for over six years, brings cat lovers together for a night of comedy, musi…
- Cattitude - Episode 262 Pawsitive Changes: Resolutions for a Happier, Healthier Cat
On this episode of Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes nationally recognized feline behavior expert Stephen Quandt for an insightful and engaging discussion. In the first half, they explore what cat parents can expect from a behaviorist…
- Cattitude - Episode 261 Paws and Reflect: Why 54% of Cat Owners Are Losing Sleep Over Litter Box Woes!
This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern chats with Dr. Elizabeth Flickinger, senior manager of insights and innovation at World’s Best Cat Litter, about a groundbreaking new study that sheds light on cat owners’ concerns. According to t…
- Cattitude - Episode 260 Cat Behavior Unlocked: Virtual Visits & Feline Fixes with Dr. Maggie O'Brian
This week on Cattitude, Michelle Fern chats with board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. Maggie O’Brian about the latest in virtual veterinary visits and their growing role in pet care. Dr. O’Brian shares insights into common feline beh…
- Cattitude - Episode 259 Purr-fect Presents: Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Feline Friends
This week on the annual Cattitude holiday show, host Michelle Fern is joined by Pet Life Radio’s Executive Producer, Mark Winter, to share some purr-fect gift ideas for your feline friends. They cover everything from keeping your cats ente…
- Cattitude - Episode 258 Tinsel, Treats, and Trouble: Keeping Cats Safe for the Holidays
Which common household items could be harmful to your cats? Are your holiday decorations or treats putting your feline friends at risk of an emergency vet visit? This week, Michelle Fern chats with Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT—a board-ce…
- Cattitude - Episode 257 Feline Food For Thought: The Raw Food Debate Explained
This week Michelle Fern chats with expert in pet food safety in New Zealand, Dr. Josie Gollan about how to keep pets safe when it comes to a pet parent's selection of food for their furry friend. There has been so much confusion lately on…
- Cattitude - Episode 256 American Cats – The Good, The Bad, The Cuddly
This week Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Jennifer Conrad, veterinarian and founder and director of The Paw Project, and Todd Bieber, the directory of the documentary, American Cats – The Good, The Bad, The Cuddly. American Cats: The Good, The…
- Cattitude - Episode 255 Two Kittens Are Better Than One!
This week Michelle Fern chat cats… or kittens with Laurie Melo, founder of the nonprofit, all-volunteer kitten rescue in Silicon Valley, California called Itty Bitty Orphan Kitty Rescue. IBOK is dedicated to rescuing orphaned kittens from…
- Cattitude - Episode 254 Happy Meowloween!
We're ready to stir up some purr-anormal fun this Halloween! This week Michelle Fern welcomes, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT, board-certified emergency critical care veterinary specialist and toxicologist, and host of ER Vet on Pet Life R…