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You have heard all the cat myths. Do cats have nine lives? You have watched your cat do quirky things. Why does your cat follow you to the bathroom? We live with these tiny predators, yet we do not truly know them. What do they really need to eat? How do their minds work? Cats are still an enigma. How do you keep your cat fit and healthy? If it is related to cats, I will relate it to you! Together we will explore all aspects of the “cat-o-sphere” and learn everything we can about cats from a ...
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Nine conversations about Beethoven's nine symphonies. Bramwell Tovey - Music Director of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra - and CBC Radio 2's Bill Richardson consider these mighty works and talk about what makes them so powerful. Tovey illustrates passages on the piano. CBC Radio 2 will broadcast performances by Tovey and the VSO daily starting March 31 2008. The concerts are available for streaming at Concerts on Demand.
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It is that time again and here at Nine Lives with Dr. Kat, we want your kitties to stay safe and healthy through the upcoming holiday season This week I am joined by Dr. Jill Lopez to talk with me about some of the hidden (and not to hidden) dangers around the festivities. Did you know that a snow globe could be toxic? What is the truth about poins…
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Did your cat miss the memo about using the litter box? Are they using the floor… the rug… your bed? Today board-certified veterinary behaviorist, Dr. Maggie O’Brian joins us to discuss reasons they might not be using the box, cat litter preference, and options for your cat to make using the litter box more desirable for them. EPISODE NOTES: Thinkin…
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In today's show, we are lucky to have 2 special guests, a regular contributor, Steve Dale and Dr. Gail Golab from the American Veterinary Medical Association here to explain the role of telemedicine for our own pets. Did you know there are legal issues that may limit its use? If you want to take the supurr best care of your cats, you need to check …
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It’s October! Halloween is already everywhere, and cats (or at least their images) seem to be a natural part of the spooky festivities. But there are things that pose a risk to cats during this time. Make sure you are aware. From glow sticks to festive bouquets, we find out the Do's and Don'ts from Dr. Jill Lopez. See if your cat is safe on this ep…
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Today, we get to learn from Mikkel Becker, Fear Free's lead Animal trainer about all the ways we can make our cats environment better in so many ways! How can you use your cat's own desire to hide to make a fun game? What if your cat does not like catnip? Mikkel tells us creative ways to make life as fun as possible for you and your cat! EPISODE NO…
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Could your cat be in pain? How can you tell? We chat with Dr. Tracey Deiss, a feline veterinarian whose favorite areas are pain control and anxiety in cats. She gives us some useful resources to help you find out if your own cat suffers and then shares about a new treatment that has proven safe and effective. We even talk about things you can do as…
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Today we talk with Deborah Cribbs about her a-meow-zing Cat Culture Shift, Give Them Ten. Her organization is saving healthy cats by promoting spay neuter programs and educating cat lovers everywhere because when we work together, we make a difference. Find out about this exciting initiative and what you can do to help! EPISODE NOTES: Save Cats! Fi…
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Today, we have Dr. Lisa Radosta who is a recurring guest that we love to talk with us about vacations if you have cats. There are options for cats during a vacation and they include petsitters, boarding, and bringing cats along. We are going straight to the source of a cat's mind to find out about each of these options and what your cat might prefe…
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Dr. Mary Gardner joins me today to talk about "crunchy cats". These are the aging cats that seem to be getting frail. Did you know that there are tons of things you can do to make it better? There are products to try, books to read and people to ask to help you as your cats age. What type of food bowl do you have? What about litter boxes? Should yo…
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Today, we have a su-purr fun chat with Francesco Marciuliano, the author of many delightful cat (and the one dog) books! He has cats, loves cats, and sees their unique purr-sonalities as an opportunity to voice their thoughts. I Could Pee on This and Other Poems by Cats is the fur-st in a line of humorous books that make fabulous gifts for the cat …
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We had the pleasure of chatting with Steve Dale about the brand-new advances in the treatment of FIP (feline infectious peritonitis) which has always been considered 100% fatal. Find out what has changed since our last episode discussing it. Could your cat be at risk? Make sure you know the latest info and be sure your vet does too! EPISODE NOTES: …
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Well, maybe not the most interesting cat in the world, but certainly an interesting episode! We got to spend some time with Teresa Keiger of the Cat Fanciers Association and explore the most popular breeds of cat (and the rarest ones too!) Could your cat be on the list? Find out about each of the breeds- their appearance, size, temperament, as well…
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Today's show is a su-purr fun chat with Mikel Delgado, who is a certified cat behavior consultant and author of the upcoming book, Play With Your Cat! She explains why play is important, what kind of interaction constitutes play, and which cats need it (hint- all of them!). She gives us her favorite toys and even talks about how to make your own. T…
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You know that cats entertain us at home, but what about on TV? Cats have been making debuts on the small screen for decades and Wendy Miller, self-proclaimed TV Nerd is here to give us a rundown. From Friends to Cat Woman, cats have left their mark on entertainment, and it is so much fun. Join us as we explore cats on TV! EPISODE NOTES: TV Cats!…
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Today, we talk to Dr. Angela Briggs who is a veterinarian and even more...a veterinary dentist! We know that cats try to hide anything pain from the world and she tells us about some common issues she sees in kittens and cats. She gives us her insights on what to do and what to watch for to keep your cat happy, healthy, and pain free. EPISODE NOTES…
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Did you know that cats have 276 distinct facial expressions? And even more interesting and complex, cats use their expressions differently depending on if they are interacting with their friends or not. Today's guest, Dr. Britt Florkiewicz, is a comparative and evolutionary psychologist who designed a study that uncovered facts like these. She went…
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Today, I chatted with Arden Moore, a lifelong cat-vocate and pet first aid expert about what you need to know if you want to adopt a kitten, cat or senior feline. You probably haven't thought of all the things she alerts you to, from the truth about cat cafes (in 15 cities) to how to best plan for your cat's life and wellness. Find out what you nee…
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The holidays are coming, and all cat lovers want to gift their cats and their fellow cat lovers with fun and useful gifts. Why not choose things that help homeless cats and benefit animals? My guest today is Wendy Miller. She is the inventor of a neat and fun card deck that will amuse you (and also benefits cat charities). She shares with me some o…
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Today's episode delves into the pathology of animal hoarding. Dr Art Markman and I talk about what it is, why it happens, and what you can do if you think you may be experiencing it or love someone who is. Animal Hoarding becomes an issue when the number of animals in a home is above and beyond the number of resources available to give them a good …
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Did you know that you could turn your love of cats into a successful film career? Today's guest, Dr. Ross Hewitt is here to tell you that you can! Dr. Hewitt is a cat lover that grew up with 13 cats. He is also an actor, playwright, director, producer, and retired physician who received many awards for his work with the HIV and AIDS communities. He…
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Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) has been the absolute worst nightmare of veterinarians for a long time. It is a Coronavirus, and it is present in most cats, but for an unknown reason, it mutates in certain cats and becomes an aggressive, life-threatening infection. Today, we talk with Dr. Elizabeth Colleran, a feline veterinarian who researches…
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Join us today as we chat with Dr. Renee Schmid, a veterinary toxicologist with the pet poison helpline. She explains what the top ten calls for toxicity in cats are and you may be surprised. Which things do you think made the list? I know a lot and I'm excited for you to listen to this interesting episode. EPISODE NOTES: Toxic!…
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Ever been to the vet clinic and left thinking of all the things you forgot to ask and mention? Today we chat with Dr. Ryane Englar about tips to make sure you advocate for your cat and get the most out of your veterinary experience. From jotting down your questions and concerns ahead of time to even drawing am image of your cat to diagram concerns,…
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Today we talk with Dr. Jan Bellows, the veterinary dentist, and he gives us advice about what we all should be doing each day to keep our cats' teeth healthy. He shares some resources like vohc.org to find products that are certified to help with dental health and he gives us a step by step list that all cat lovers should follow to be sure they are…
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